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Under the supervision of the Quality Assurance and Administration Section Director, this position is responsible for Title X grant management. This position provides planning, management, and evaluation of grant activities to assure compliance and reporting within state and federal guidelines.. Additionally, this position will coordinate the successful maintenance of the program within and outside of the agency and be responsible for managing agency program staff.
Program Administration:
Assures Title X work plan progress, action and evaluation through collaboration with staff across the Bureau. Ensures compliance with Title X regulations and requirements through internal and external audits/evaluations, communicating updates, and meeting regularly with the grant project officer. Identify, implement, and monitor grant activities for process improvement. Attend trainings and program meetings as required, in and out of state.
Grant/Reporting Management and Evaluation:
Work collaboratively with other DPH staff to complete non-competitive and competitive Title X applications and narratives timely. Compile, complete, and submit reports and updates as requested internally and externally. Responsible for accurate completion of Family Planning Annual Report. Provide updates and reports on behalf of Title X grant for internal and external stakeholders as requested.
Section Support and Representation:
Supervises program staff to ensure grant needs are met. Responsible for direct staff supervision to include progress reviews, planning stages, position descriptions, succession planning, time reports, and progressive discipline. Ensure communication of goals, objectives, policies, and procedures both up and down the chain of command through 1:1 or Team meetings, huddles and other verbal or written forms of communication. Monitor CPR/AED/First Aid certification renewal.
Public Health Preparedness:
Available to assist during times of public health emergency and outbreak response efforts: participates in agency/ division preparedness efforts and responds to response operations as outlined in DPH Emergency Plans, which may include staffing of Medical Equipment Power Shelters, and/or subject to be on call 24/7.Participate in disaster planning and response training; maintain CPR certification.
Other duties as assigned.
State Minimum Requirements: A bachelor's degree and relevant program experience.
Agency Additional Requirements: Ability to interpret and apply rules and regulations. Ability to manage work and provide guidance to internal and external stakeholders. Ability to make presentations and prepare reports. Must be able to collect and analyze data in order to establish and evaluate work plans. Ability to manage work and provide guidance to employees.
Employee works under limited supervision accomplished by meetings and consultation with various experts and review of reports. Employee can function independently within established policies, procedures, and work plans. Requires minimal overnight travel to conferences, meetings or trainings, in state and out of state, as required by grants and agency. Ability to work extended hours as needed. Valid driver's license is required. Successful completion of the Defensive Driving Course is required if use of a state vehicle is necessary. This position involves work with Personally Identifiable Health Information (PHI) and requires employee to maintain an up-to-date HIPAA and data security and confidentiality training at all times. Available to assist during times of public health emergency and outbreak response efforts participates in agency/ division preparedness efforts and responds to response operations as outlined in the DHEC Emergency Plans, which may include staffing of shelters, triage and/or subject to be on call 24/7.
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.
EQUIVALENCY: 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.
A bachelor's degree and experience managing federal grant programs, grant writing, and budget management. Knowledge of current Medicaid and SC DHHS guidelines and program requirements. Knowledge of Title X program.
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 Temporary Grant positions that includes:
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15 days Annual (Vacation) Leave per year
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15 days Sick Leave per year
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13 Paid Holidays
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Health, dental, vision, long-term disability, and life insurance for employees, spouse, and children. Click here for additional information.
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S.C. Deferred Compensation Program available (S.C. Deferred Compensation)
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Retirement benefit choices *
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State Retirement Plan (SCRS)
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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.
