Accreditation and Strategic Planning Coordinator

Job Posting Title

Accreditation and Strategic Planning Coordinator

Agency

340 OKLAHOMA STATE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH

Supervisory Organization

340 Strategy & Health Preparedness

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Full/Part-Time

Full time

Job Type

Regular

Compensation

The annual salary for this position is up to $74,000.00 based on education and experience.

Why you’ll love it here!

RESPECT. COLLABORATION. SERVICE. The Oklahoma State Department of Health (OSDH) is committed to leading Oklahoma to prosperity through health. Our mission is to protect and promote health, prevent disease and injury, and cultivate conditions by which Oklahomans can thrive. Check out why we are passionate about public health and believe it is the career for you!!!

Oh yeah, did we mention perks? We know that benefits matter and that is why we offer a competitive benefits package for all eligible employees.

• Generous state paid benefit allowance to help cover insurance premiums.
• A wide choice of insurance plans with no pre-existing condition exclusions or limitations.
• Flexible spending accounts for health care expenses and/or dependent care.
• Retirement Savings Plan with a generous match.
• 15 days of vacation and 15 days of sick leave the first year for full time employees.
• 11 paid holidays a year.
• Student Loan repayment options & tuition reimbursement.
• Employee discounts with a variety of companies and venders.
• Longevity Bonus for years of service

Job Description

Location: Central Office – 123 Robert S. Kerr

Salary: up to $74,000.00, based on education and experience

Full Time /Part Time: Full Time

Work Schedule: Monday – Friday

Primary Hours: 8-5

 

Position Description:

 

The Accreditation and Strategic Planning Coordinator will report to the Transformation Management Office (TMO) Director in support of the efforts of the Oklahoma State Department of Health (OSDH). The TMO serves as the strategic planning and continuous quality improvement (CQI) arm of the agency.

This position will be responsible for overseeing public health accreditation and facilitating strategic planning functions for OSDH. The successful candidate will provide support to ensure the appropriate tracking and reporting of PHAB measures are met for agency reaccreditation, will serve as a liaison to the Public Health Accreditation Board (PHAB) and county health departments in efforts related to accreditation, will facilitate teams, contribute to and manage reports for the OSDH strategic plan, state health assessment (SHA) process and the state health improvement plan (SHIP).

 

Position Responsibilities/Essential Functions:

 

• Serve as the subject matter expert on the PHAB accreditation process and serve as primary point of contact for PHAB on behalf of the agency.

• Oversee the collection, final vetting, and submission of all required documentation for public health national accreditation and reaccreditation as well as annual reporting through PHAB’s electronic information system, e-PHAB.

• Track agency progress and continually monitor and communicate PHAB and strategic plan needs with divisions across the agency to ensure strategies and activities are progressing.

• Support CHDs and divisions within the agency by coordinating efforts prior to PHAB deadlines to ensure communication and expectations are known.

• Manage a performance management process for tracking and reporting progress.

• Facilitate large meetings and coordinate with cross functional teams.

• Develop and deliver regular status updates to various internal and external groups.

• Serve as the administrator for the state health assessment (SHA) and state health improvement plan (SHIP) working with facilitators, stakeholders and partners on efforts related to improving health outcomes.

• Coordinate and interact with all levels of OSDH staff teams.

• Support OSDH performance improvement efforts through alignment of the 10 Essential Public Health Services, PHAB, and Transformation

• Participates in efforts to identify, evaluate and propose strategies aimed at improving agency operations and the OSDH’s influence on health outcomes in the state.

• The coordinator will be responsible for collaborating on and supporting Transformation Strategic Initiatives and the Agency Strategic Plan to ensure goals and objectives are effectively aligned, coordinated, and fully supported throughout implementation.

• Compile information leading to annual published plans for the SHA, SHIP and strategic plan and accompanying website and performance management system updates demonstrating progress of agency efforts.

• Being present in the office is an essential function of this job

• Other duties as assigned

 

Other Duties

• Demonstrates knowledge of and supports mission, vision, value statements, standards, policies and procedures, operating instructions, confidentiality standards, and the code of ethical behavior.

• Works effectively in team environment, participating and assisting their peers.

 

Minimum Qualifications:

 

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in administration, public health, project management, behavioral health, management, educational or organizational leadership with preference given for a master’s degree; AND

Experience: Five (5)+ years of professional experience managing or coordinating public health and/or quality of life initiatives; preference given to candidates demonstrating experience with facilitating large groups, conducting organizational or community assessments, strategic planning, program or project management, program or project development.  

 

Application Requirements:

 

• If education, certification or licensure is required to meet qualifications, applicants must provide documentation at the time of application.

• All applicants are subject to a background check and must be legally authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship.

 

Valued Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

 

• Demonstrated skills in written and oral communications, including large and small group presentations, group facilitation, training and writing clear, concise narrative reports and evaluations

• Ability and reliability to carry out assignments and meet deadlines

• Established collaborator who can quickly help facilitate the removal of any constraints

• Knowledge of public health practices

• Knowledge of quality improvement methods

• Experience with strategic planning methods and tools and project management approaches

• Ability to organize and prioritize multiple and complex projects in a dynamic environment

• Willingness to listen as well as share knowledge and expertise with others

• Supervisory Responsibilities: This position has no supervisory responsibility. 

 

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

 

Work is typically performed in an office setting with climate-controlled settings and exposure to moderate noise levels. While performing the duties of the job, employees are required to talk, stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms.  This position requires long periods of sitting and daily use of computers and phones.  Employees must be willing to complete all job-related travel associated with this position.

 

Being present at the office is an essential function of the job.

Equal Opportunity Employment

The State of Oklahoma is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of genetic information, race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, or disability.

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