Title: Human Services Program Supervisor #EP131

State Role Title: Program Administration Specialist II

Hiring Range: $84,820 - $90,906

Pay Band: 5

Agency: Virginia Department of Health

Location:Dept of Health

Agency Website:www.vdh.virginia.gov

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

The HIV Counseling, Testing & Referral (CTR) Program Coordinator is responsible for managing and supervising statewide activities and associated staff for HIV testing in health department, clinical, non-clinical and pharmacy settings. Serves as a subject matter expert and performs work requiring considerable technical knowledge of HIV and sexually transmitted infection (STI) testing technology, algorithms, and service delivery models. Develops, implements, and interprets CTR program policies and procedures, and ensures implementation of and adherence to quality assurance standards. Acts as a liaison between the Division of Disease Prevention and health districts to provide technical consultation and program assessments for both HIV and STIs. Provides technical consultation to the STD Prevention and Surveillance unit in the management of investigations conducted by disease intervention specialists and to ensure continuity of services across disease conditions. Coordinates the integration of testing for HIV, STIs and viral hepatitis. Develops program goals and objectives to reach benchmarks established in the National HIV/AIDS Strategy and in the Virginia Integrated HIV Services Plan. Ensures delivery of HIV/STI related training through the Regional HIV/AIDS Resource and Consultation Centers. Assists with planning activities for outbreak response. Manages procurement activities and approves and monitors program expenditures including contractor invoices.

Supports the delivery of program services agency wide by formal supervision of staff. Characteristic duties: setting priorities and performance standards for staff, trainingsubordinates and monitoring overall program performance for quality based on goals and objectives, managing grants, analyzing legislative or other regulatory impact on service delivery. May serve as liaison for the program to outside interests and may perform some direct technical service functions as necessary to meet customer demand. A comprehensive knowledge of the program, considerable understanding of supervisory principles and project management and clear communication skills are necessary.

***This position is a restricted position, which is primarily funded by the CDC HIV Prevention and Surveillance cooperative agreement for health departments for a 5-year period ending May 31, 2029. The availability of funding is scheduled for review before the grant expiration date and periodically thereafter. Continued employment is contingent on the continued availability of funds.

Minimum Qualifications

- Experience in HIV/STD or viral hepatitis prevention.
- Knowledge of HIV, STI, or viral hepatitis testing algorithms and technology.
- Experience supervising two or more people and evaluating their work.
- Ability to demonstrate strong written communication.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office suite to include Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- Knowledge of federal grant guidelines.
- Experience collecting, analyzing and interpreting data.
- Proficient with managing/negotiating contracts and preparing reports.
- Ability to adhere to confidentiality expectations.

Additional Considerations

- Extensive knowledge in Human Services or related field.
- May have to travel overnight.
- Knowledge of Ryan White Part B grant program requirements are preferred.
- Experience implementing state procurement practices preferred.

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to "Your Application" in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

VDH accepts only on-line applications. Faxed, mailed, or e-mailed applications will not be considered. Applications are accepted until 11:55 p.m. on the job closing date. Applications and/or resumes should include relevant work history which indicates your qualifications for this position.

It is the policy of the Commonwealth and VDH that all aspects of human resource management be conducted without regard to race (or traits historically associated with race including hair texture, hair type, and protective hairstyles such as braids, locks, and twists); sex; color; national origin; religion; sexual orientation; gender identity or expression; age; veteran status; political affiliation; disability; genetic information; and pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions. VDH employees have a shared Code of Ethics, which can be found in the bottom banner of our website: www.vdh.virginia.gov.

Employment is contingent upon satisfactory results of a state and federal criminal history background check and the Department of Social Service's Child Abuse and Neglect Central Registry check, U.S. HHS IG Exclusion List check, employment reference check and E-Verify. Other financial, credit, driving, or other background checks prior to employment may be required for certain positions. Completion of Statement of Economic Interests will/may be required upon employment.

As a V3 (Virginia Values Veterans) employer VDH Welcomes Veterans to apply.

If you have been affected by DHRM Policy 1.30 layoff and possess a valid Interagency Placement Screening Form (Yellow Card) or a Preferential Hiring Form (Blue Card), you must submit the card before the closing date for this position. The Card may be submitted with the state application as an attachment.

Supplemental Questions: You may be required to respond to position-specific questions at the end of this application. This information will help us evaluate your credentials and qualifications for the job. Failure to respond to any questions may disqualify you from further consideration.

Contact Information

Name: Teresa Savedge

Phone: NO PHONE CALLS/INQUIRIES ON APPLICATION STATUS

Email: teresa.savedge@vdh.virginia.gov

In support of the Commonwealth's commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.