Early Hearing Detection and Intervention Program Manger

The Early Hearing Detection and Intervention (EHDI) Program Manager provides statewide leadership and oversight for Georgia’s system supporting infants and young children who are deaf or hard of hearing. This position ensures effective newborn hearing screening follow-up, high-quality data reporting, strong interagency partnerships, and compliance with state and federal requirements.

Job Duties and Responsibilities (overall tasks and expectations of the position):

• Provide leadership, management, and strategic direction for the statewide EHDI Program.
• Oversee EHDI operations, including newborn hearing screening follow-up, diagnostic coordination, and early intervention referrals.
• Oversee audiology components of the statewide congenital cytomegalovirus (cCMV) testing and follow-up process, in collaboration with the Newborn Screening Program Manager.
• Work collaboratively with the Child Health Audiologist on loss-to-documentation follow-up, provider technical assistance, and training for public health staff.
• Ensure high-quality data collection, reporting, and analysis, including required federal grant submissions.
• Lead quality assurance/quality improvement initiatives across hospitals, audiology providers, and public health districts.
• Manage program grants, contracts, and funding allocations and ensure compliance with state and federal guidelines.
• Lead cross-agency collaboration on early language and literacy outcomes and coordinate the annual report required under O.C.G.A. § 30-1-5.
• Develop and update EHDI policies, procedures, and communication materials.
• Build and maintain partnerships with hospitals, pediatric providers, early intervention programs, education agencies, and family support organizations.
• Represent the program at state and national meetings, workgroups, and collaborations as deemed necessary.

• Responsible for supervision of staff. 

Bachelor's degree in operations management, business administration, or a related field which includes five (5) years in a managerial or supervisory role; 
or 
Nine (9) years of related professional experience which includes five (5) years in a managerial or supervisory role; 
or 
Five (5) years of experience required at the lower level Sr Mgr, Business Ops (GSM012) or position equivalent. 

Note: An equivalent combination of knowledge, education, job or intern experience, training, or certifications that provides the necessary knowledge and skills to successfully perform the job at the level listed may be substituted year-over-year.

Preferred Qualifications

• Doctorate of Audiology (AuD)

• Experience with newborn hearing screening and pediatric audiology

• Public health or program management experience, including data reporting and quality improvement

• Experience collaborating with hospitals, audiology providers, and child-serving agencies, with strong skills in data analysis, stakeholder engagement, and interagency coordination.

The DPH Commissioner and agency leaders encourage all employees to engage in regular wellness activities and to make lifestyle choices that promote health and well-being. 

The use of physical activity breaks during the workday is authorized to support this philosophy and help employees meet their wellness goals. A maximum of 30 minutes of physical activity may be allocated per workday, typically in the form of two 15-minute breaks or one 30-minute break.

Employment Information

State of Georgia employees are subject to the rules of the State Personnel Board regarding salary.

DPH accepts educational credentials recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) and/or the US Department of Education (DOE) as valid. DPH will contact educational institutions to verify degrees, diplomas, licensures, and other relevant credentials.

The candidate selected for this position may be subject to pre-employment drug screening and a criminal background check.

Relocation assistance is not provided.

In the event of an identified emergency, you may be required, as a term and condition of DPH employment, to assist in meeting the emergency responsibilities of the department. 

ADA Statement

DPH is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request a reasonable accommodation for the application or interview process, email 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 receive an interview.  DPH will contact selected applicants to proceed with the application 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.

BENEFITS

Standard Benefits for Full-Time Salaried Employees
 In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a generous benefits package that includes a flexible schedule, training opportunities, health insurance, employee retirement plan (ERS GSEPS), deferred compensation, 13 paid holidays, vacation and sick leave, paid parental leave, dental, vision, long-term care, and life insurance.

 Standard Benefits for Part-Time Employees

Part-time employees are eligible to participate in the Georgia Defined Contribution Plan and receive paid parental leave.