Job Responsibilities
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LEADERSHIP and MANAGEMENT - Manages all aspects of the Informatics Section within the Division of Acute Disease Epidemiology (DADE), including supervision of section staff. Provides expertise in translating program needs into IT systems business processes. Provides leadership regarding information exchange, interoperable information systems, & innovation projects. Leads promoting interoperability and meaningful use activities across the agency. Uses Informatics to facilitate disease surveillance and reporting and dissemination and use of data for decision making to improve population health. Works with DADE epidemiologists, Data Management, Analytics and Support (DMAS) and other program staff to integrate and transform disparate data sources. Leads Informatics practices such as data automation, and dynamic reporting. Actively ensure safeguarding the PII & PHI when using surveillance data.
INNOVATION - Determines the feasibility and viability of innovation concepts (research, ideation, design, piloting and developing business case). Manages requirements from disease reporting partners to create the most efficient and streamlined reporting solutions in coordination with IT/Systems Integration. Provides expertise for quality improvement activities. Works closely with the DADE director, the DMAS section lead and the IT/Systems Integration team to develop a framework for the Informatics infrastructure in DADE, the Bureau of Communicable Disease Prevention and Control, and in the PH Deputy area in collaboration with other internal & external partners.
ADMINISTRATION - Writes grants and other funding proposals with respect to informatics, data systems, interoperability, and data governance to modernize and improve data systems. Leads and reviews related contract work. In coordination with the DADE director and other DADE Section Leads, actively participates in the development and implementation of division and bureau level strategies, initiatives, and processes.
Minimum And Additional Requirements
State Minimum Requirements: A bachelor's degree and relevant program management experience.
Institutions of Higher Learning must be recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation.
Agency Additional Requirements
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.
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree or higher in Public Health, Technology Management, Business Administration, or related fields. Expertise in managing innovation tools, data/IT system interfaces, and interoperability. Extensive experience with technology management, data governance, project management tools, and data visualization technology. PMP, proficiency with tools such as PowerBI, Tableau, SAS, R, Python, and SQL.
Additional Comments
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.
SC DHEC is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employing agency. We are committed to a diverse workforce. SC DHEC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information.
The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control offers an exceptional
Benefits Package For Temporary Grant Positions That Includes
- State Retirement Plan and Deferred Compensation Programs
- Health, Dental, Vision, Long Term Disability, and Life Insurance for Employee, Spouse, and Children
- 13 paid holidays
- REMOTE WORK: The option to work partially remote is available after six (6) months of employment if it applies to the position
- 15 days sick leave per year
- 15 days annual (vacation) leave per year
