Posting number: 190949
Department: Department of Public Health
Division: Health Quality
Job classification: Program Coordinator II
Posting type: Open
Categories: Public Health, Management, Investigative
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Responsible for conducting inspections/surveys/investigations and ensuring that the activities and services are in compliance with standards.
Performs fundamental supervisory and leadership functions in accordance with agency policies and procedures, best practices and Federal and State rules and regulations, especially with regard to Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) standards. Maintains an effective organizational team and motivates diverse staff to accomplish mission critical operations and objectives. Promotes workforce engagement and a safe, professional, and productive work environment for all employees. Evaluates State and Federal licensed activities and services as well as applicants for licensure to determine the degree to which standards are carried out effectively.
Primary link between field staff and Division Director. Provides summary reports to Division Director as needed, consults with support managers to obtain facility information, and represents the Division in the absence of the Division Director. Promotes implementation of DPH's strategic plan. Performs other duties as necessary, consults with resource professionals/administrators; prepares for and presents evidence in hearings/trials; participates in disaster preparedness response, and is designated an essential employee, subject to duty and/or call on a 24-hour basis during emergency. Examples of dutiesState Minimum Requirements: A bachelor's degree and relevant program experience.
Agency Additional Requirements: Must be able to accommodate roundtrip for up to four (4) hours and distances of up to 400 miles and to accommodate overnight travel 3-4 nights per week. Work flexible hours, including occasional weekends, holidays, and able to exceed eight (8) hours of work per day when needed. Ability to bend, stoop, lift and carry up to 20 pounds to a distance and/or height of up to 20 feet. Must pass and become SMQT (Surveyor Minimum Qualification Test) certified. This certification will provide a 5% salary increase.
**Any equivalent combination of education and/or experience that demonstrates the required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered in meeting the minimum qualifications, subject to approval by the DPH Chief Human Resources Officer, or their delegate.**
Applicants indicating college credit or degree(s) on the application may upload an unofficial copy of the transcript as an attachment to the application. Please note that the agency will require an official, certified copy of the transcript or diploma prior to hiring. Institutions of Higher Learning must be recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation.
QualificationsA bachelor's degree in Healthcare Administration, Business Administration, Public Health Administration, Physical Science, and Natural Science, or related field and four (4) years of relevant experience and two (2) years of supervisory/management experience.
Supplemental information
EEO: The Department of Public Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions including, but not limited, to lactation), national origin, age (40 or older), disability, or genetic information.
REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION: Applicants needing accommodation for medical reasons or a sincerely held religious belief may submit a request for accommodation. A reasonable accommodation may be granted if it doesn't impose an undue hardship or pose a direct threat to the health and safety of others.
STATE DISASTER PLAN: In accordance with the State's Disaster Plan, which includes hazardous weather, Department of Public Health employees may be required to work in times of an emergency or disaster.
DRIVING RECORD: If this position requires the applicant to possess a valid driver's license to operate a state vehicle or personal vehicle, any applicant being considered in the final stages of selection for the position will be required to provide a certified copy of a 10-year driving record.
The South Carolina Department of Public Health offers an exceptional benefits package for FTE positions that includes:
- 15 days Annual (Vacation) Leave per year
- 15 days Sick Leave per year
- 13 Paid Holidays
- Paid Parental Leave
- Health, dental, vision, long-term disability, and life insurance for employees, spouse, and children. Click here for additional information.
- S.C. Deferred Compensation Program available (S.C. Deferred Compensation)
- Retirement benefit choices *
*Enrollment in one of the listed plans is required for all FTE employees; please refer to the contribution section of hyperlinked retirement sites for the current contribution rate of gross pay.
HYBRID WORK: The option to work partially remote or adjusted work hours may be available after 12 months of employment for approved positions.