Salary: $85,508.41 - $113,824.07 Annually
Location : Decatur, GA
Job Type: Full Time Salaried
Job Number: 2025-DDLAB
Division/Section: Medical-Clinical Svcs/Lab
Opening Date: 01/15/2025
Closing Date: 2/2/2025 11:59 PM Eastern
Description
Pay Grade: Q
Who we are. We protect lives.The Georgia Department of Public Health is the lead agency entrusted by the people of Georgia to proudly protect lives and promote healthy lifestyles in diverse communities statewide. We are committed to preventing disease, injury, and disability; promoting health and well-being; and preparing the State of Georgia for responding to disasters.
What we offer. As a member of the Georgia Department of Public Health team, you will join a passionate group of individuals who are dedicated to making an impact. No matter your role, you will individually contribute to protecting the lives of all Georgians while receiving a wide range of benefits, so you can:

• Make a Professional Impact - Build your career where it matters and protect lives in the community where you live, work, and play
• Enjoy Workplace Flexibility - Experience flexibility in how you work so you can be your best self for you and Georgia Residents
• Work with a Dynamic and Diverse Team - Collaborative and inclusive way of working where employees share ideas and leverage collective strengths
• Achieve Career Longevity - Countless opportunities for continuous learning/development that support a long-term career
• Take Part in a Hands-on Working Culture - Unique culture of active engagement and problem-solving, no matter your role
• Feel Pride in Where you Work - Be part of making an impact in public health alongside dedicated people just like you

Job Responsibilities
This leadership position is responsible for regulatory, and operational logistics to support the Georgia Public Health Laboratory mission to provide accurate and timely diagnostic and surveillance testing.
This position will assist the Deputy Director with management of day-to-day operational tasks, including, strategic and programmatic planning, management of legal and contractual issues fiscal responsibility, , security, maintenance, quality assurance, and information systems to include direct management of Emergency Response, Administrative Operations and Quality and Assurance.
Essential Job Duties:

• Supervises day to day laboratory operational and activities ensuring that processes meet organizational requirements.
• Assists with development, review, revision, interpretation, and/or implementation for policies, procedures, standards, and guidelines.
• Coordinates interaction between department, agency, and facility operating units, other programs, and/or external customers as appropriate
• Provides Direct Supervision of staff. Approves or denies requests for leave and overtime. Completes all aspects of employee evaluations for merit employees
• Assists with laboratory initiatives including accreditation, safety, workforce development, quality improvement and readiness.
• Assists with development, implements, and monitors federal grant budgets and workplans including development and monitoring of contractual agreements.
• Collaborates with leadership and senior managers to develop and implement the program's strategic goals in accordance with the mission of the agency.
• Assists with development of change management and workforce development initiatives.
• Analyzes data and prepares technical and administrative reports for the laboratory director, and for grants, publications and regulatory requirements.
• Maintains and fosters communication among staff and with public health partners and customers.
• Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, reviewing professional publications, establishing personal networks, and participating in professional societies
• Serves as integral member of the lab leadership team.
• Other Duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in operations management, business administration, or a related field which includes six (6) years in a managerial or supervisory role;
or
Ten (10) years of related professional experience which includes six (6) years in a managerial or supervisory role;
or
Six (6) years of experience required at the lower level Sr Mgr 2, Business Ops (GSM013) or position equivalent.
Note: An equivalent combination of knowledge, education, job or intern experience, training, or certifications that provides the necessary knowledge and skills to successfully perform the job at the level listed may be substituted year-over-year.
Preferred Qualifications:

• A bachelor's degree from an accredited college in biological, health, or behavioral science; health practice; education; public, healthcare, or business administration; or a closely related field.
• Laboratory Regulations: Knowledge of the guidelines, regulations, including the application of compliance rules and criteria and the ability to make appropriate decisions.
• Program and policy management: Plans, coordinates, and monitors program initiatives.
• Equivalent combinations of directly related education and experience may be considered on a case-by-case basis
• Special consideration will be given to applicants with demonstrated experience directly related to the job duties

Additional Information
Georgia Department of Public Health Commissioner and leaders encourages all employees to engage in regular activities and to make lifestyle choices that promote health and well-being.
The use of breaks during the workday is authorized to support this philosophy and assist employees in meeting their goals. A maximum of 30 minutes in a given workday may be used to engage in physical activities, generally in the form of two 15-minute breaks or one 30-minute break.
Employment Information
Current State employees are subject to State Personnel Board rules regarding salary.
DPH accepts educational credential recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) and/or the US Department of Education (DOE) will be considered. DPH will contact educational institutions to verify degree, diploma, licensure, etc.
The candidate selected for this position may be subject to pre-employment drug screening and a criminal background check.
As an employee of DPH, in the event of an identified emergency you may be required, as a term and condition of employment, to assist in meeting the emergency responsibilities of the department.
DPH is an Equal Opportunity Employer
ADA Statement
The Georgia Department of Public Health is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, and employment for individuals with disabilities. If you require accommodations under the American Disability Act (ADA), email request by the closing date of this announcement to:
Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information on application status by phone or e-mail. All qualified applicants will be considered, but may not necessarily receive an interview. Selected applicants will be contacted by the hiring agency for next steps in the selection process. Applicants who are not selected will not receive notification.
This position is subject to close at any time once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified.
Standard Benefits for FULL Time Salaried Employees
In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a generous benefits package that includes a flexible schedule, training opportunities, health insurance, employee retirement plan, deferred compensation, 13 paid holidays, vacation & sick leave, dental, vision, long term care, and life insurance.
No benefits are offered for part time employees.
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The answers you provide to the supplemental questions will be used to determine if you meet the minimum qualifications for this position. Your responses pertaining to specific work experience and education must be clearly shown in the areas for work history and education on your application. Your application must be completed in full before it is submitted. We do not accept additional information after your application has been received by the Personnel Department. Do you accept these conditions?

• Yes
• No

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What is your highest level of education completed?

• Doctorate's Degree
• Master's Degree
• Bachelor's Degree
• Associate's Degree
• High School Diploma
• GED

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Are you a current employee of the Georgia Department of Public Health?

• No
• Full Time Employee
• Part Time Employee
• Temp or Contractor
• Intern
• Volunteer

04
How many years experience do you have with program/project management to include developing processes, keeping departments on task with assigned projects, policies and procedures?

• None
• Less than 1 Year
• 1+ Years
• 2+ Years
• 3+ Years
• More than 4 Years

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How many years of experience do you have in the development and implementation of program initiatives?

• None
• Less than 1 Year
• 1+ Years
• 2+ Years
• 3+ Years
• More than 4 Years

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Do you have knowledge of laboratory regulations and guidelines?

• Yes
• No

Required Question