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Opioid Substance Misuse and Response Project Coordinator
Pay Grade: L
This is a GRANT FUNDED POSITION subject to available grant funds.
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
As a Opioid Substance Misuse and Response Project Coordinator within the Division of Health Protection at the Georgia Department of Public Health, you will join a dedicated group of public health professionals that help support the overall mission and vision of protecting lives of Georgian residents in a variety of ways.
Requirements
- Assists the Opioid Deputy Director, and Opioid Prevention & Response Coordinator with program and statewide strategic planning and implementation.
- Responsible for the implementation and coordination of select projects and strategies within the Opioid & Substance Misuse Response Program.
- Serves as the primary contact for direction and management of assigned projects.
- Collaborates with both internal (program staff, other DPH staff, evaluator) and external partners (providers, partners, vendors, etc.) to ensure grant deliverables are accomplished and projects completed.
- Works with the Drug Surveillance Unit to review and interpret data to inform prevention planning.
- Coordinates and assists with development, management, and evaluation of contracts.
- Prepares, analyzes and distributes program reports, graphs, charts, and other program data.
- Assists with preparation of grant related reports and applications.
- Attends various meetings and assists with administrative and/or programmatic guidance.
- Develops and/or administers presentations to various workgroups/committees/coalitions.
- Contributes to the overall vision and direction of the Opioid & Substance Misuse Response Program and represents the program as a subject matter expert on substance use prevention – specifically opioid overdose prevention.
Qualifications
High school diploma/GED and one (1) year of professional level experience related to the area of assignment
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS (BASED ON THE NEEDS OF THE POSITION):
- Bachelors of Public Health degree or other applicable field of study.
- Demonstrated knowledge of evidence-based strategies in the area of substance misuse prevention, overdose prevention, treatment, and/or recovery.
- Strong organizational skills and ability to manage related contracts.
- A strong orientation toward team work and collaboration.
- Exceptional written, oral, interpersonal, and presentation skills with a wide range of audiences.
The use of wellness breaks during the workday is authorized to support this philosophy and assist employees in meeting their wellness goals. A maximum of 30 minutes in a given workday may be used to engage in wellness 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.
If you require accommodations under the American Disability Act (ADA), email request by the closing date of this announcement to: DPH-HR@dph.ga.gov.
DPH is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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.
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