Public Health Infrastructure Grant (PHIG) Project Manager - 61111334

Job Responsibilities

• Provides technical and professional services in Immunization Operations Section.
• Knowledge of laws, regulations, policies and procedures relevant to the Immunization Operations Section. Ability to exercise judgement and discretion. Ability to manage and direct the initiation, planning, execution, control, and closeout phases of the Public Health Infrastructure Grant (PHIG) under Immunization Operations Section.
• The ability to define and prioritize project requirements and implement work plan(s), scopes and schedule to ensure project deliverables, milestones and required tasks completed as planned.
• Strong communication (written and oral) and professional presentation skills. Ability to communicate effectively with internal and external partners.
• Communicating with organizational leaders and responsible for working collaboratively with internal program leads including IIS, data modernizing team, and relevant other stakeholders. - Ability to give, receive, and analyze information, formulate work plans, prepare written materials, and articulate goals and action plans. Does not supervise other staff.
• Data modernization, data quality improvement activities as assigned.
• Prepares necessary documentation (i.e., needs analysis,) to support project initiatives in the Immunization Operations Section.

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Minimum And Additional Requirements

• State Minimum Requirements: A bachelor's degree and relevant project management experience.
• Agency Additional Requirements: Must have experience in managing, planning and implementing project activities.
• 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.

Preferred Qualifications

Prefers a master’s degree in public health, law, public policy, epidemiology, or health promotion & education with three to five (3-5) years of experience in project implementation and management in the areas of health registry or health informatics including Certified in Project Management or Project Management Professional (PMP).

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.

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.

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.

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.

Benefits Package for Temporary Grant Positions

• 15 days Annual (Vacation) Leave per year
• 15 days Sick Leave per year
• 13 Paid Holidays
• 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 *
• State Retirement Plan (SCRS)
• State Optional Retirement Program (State ORP)
• 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.

Benefits For State Employees

The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.

Insurance Benefits

Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.

Retirement Benefits

State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.

Workplace Benefits

State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.

Note: The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.