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The list includes opportunities with governmental public health agencies, nonprofits organizations, global health initiatives, and more. Opportunities include, but are not limited to, national programs affiliated with the Centers of Disease Control and Preventions (CDC).
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APHL-CDC Bioinformatics Fellowship
Fellowship focusing on bioinformatics for public health professionals with the APHL and CDC.
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APHL-CDC Biorisk Management Fellowship
Fellowship focusing on biorisk management with the APHL and CDC
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APHL-CDC Environmental Health Laboratory Fellowship
Fellowship focusing on environmental health and laboratory sciences with the APHL and CDC.
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APHL-CDC Food Safety Laboratory Fellowship
Fellowship focusing on food safety for laboratory professionals with the APHL and CDC.
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APHL-CDC Infectious Diseases Laboratory Fellowship
Fellowship focusing on infectious diseases and laboratory diagnostics with the APHL and CDC.
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APHL-CDC Informatics Fellowship
Informatics fellowship with an emphasis on public health data systems with the APHL and CDC.
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APHL-CDC Quality Management Fellowship
Fellowship focusing on quality management for public health laboratories with the APHL and CDC.
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APHL-CDC Ronald H. Laessig Newborn Screening Fellowship
Fellowship focusing on newborn screening systems in public health with the APHL and CDC.
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Applied Public Health Informatics Fellowship (APHIF)
Fellowship in informatics focusing on addressing public health issues through data systems.
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ASPPH/CDC Public Health Fellowship Program
Collaborative fellowship program between ASPPH and the CDC for public health students.
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CDC/CSTE Applied Epidemiology Fellowship Program
Fellowship that places fellows in state or local health departments to address applied epidemiology.
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Emory/CDC Medical Toxicology Fellowship
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Laboratory Animal Medicine Residency Program (LAMRP)
Residency in laboratory animal medicine that blends veterinary science with public health concerns.
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ORISE CDC Research Opportunities
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Public Health for All
An inclusive program focusing on increasing public health opportunities for diverse populations.
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Public Health Institute/CDC Global Public Health Fellowship Program
Fellowship focusing on global public health issues with an emphasis on international collaboration.
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SOPHE/CDC Student Fellowship in Injury Prevention and Control
Fellowship for students focusing on injury prevention with the SOPHE and CDC.
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The Pacific Public Health Fellowship Program
Fellowship program targeting public health issues in the Pacific region.
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Uganda Public Health Fellowship Program - Laboratory Leadership Program (UPHFP-LLP)
Fellowship focusing on laboratory leadership in Uganda for public health students and professionals.
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ASA/NCHS Research Fellowship Program
Fellowship focusing on statistical analysis in public health, through the CDC's National Center for Health Statistics.
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CDC Dental Public Health Residency Program
Residency program for students interested in public health dentistry.
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CDC Evaluation Fellowship
Fellowship for students in public health evaluation and measurement methods.
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CDC Knowledge Translation and Implementation Science
Fellowship focusing on translating research into public health practice.
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CDC Steven M. Teutsch Prevention Effectiveness Fellowship and Public Health Analytics and Modeling Track
Fellowship focusing on public health modeling, data analysis, and prevention effectiveness.
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Epidemic Intelligence Service (EIS)
Prestigious program that places fellows in epidemiology positions to investigate public health threats.
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Future Leaders in Infections and Global Health Threats (FLIGHT)
Fellowship for emerging leaders in global infectious disease and public health.
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Laboratory Leadership Service
Leadership development program focusing on laboratory sciences in public health.
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Molecular Epidemiology Fellowship
Fellowship for advanced training in molecular epidemiology and public health research.
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National Center for Health Statistics (NCHS) Academy Health Policy Fellowship
Fellowship combining public health and health policy through the NCHS.
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National Center for Health Statistics (NCHS) Postdoctoral Research Program
Postdoctoral fellowship focusing on health statistics and data analysis.
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Post-Doctoral Fellowship in Global HIV & TB
Fellowship focusing on post-doctoral research in global HIV and TB control.
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Postdoctoral Research Fellowship in HIV Prevention for Communities of Color
Fellowship focusing on post-doctoral research in HIV prevention in marginalized communities.
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Postdoctoral Research Fellowship in HIV Prevention for Communities of Color
Fellowship focusing on post-doctoral research in HIV prevention in marginalized communities.
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Presidential Management Fellows (PMF) Program
Highly competitive government-wide program for recent graduates to work in public health and other sectors.
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Public Health AmeriCorps
AmeriCorps program that provides opportunities to serve in public health settings.
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Public Health Associate Program (PHAP)
A two-year paid fellowship that places associates in state, local, and tribal health departments.
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Public Health Informatics Fellowship Program (PHIFP)
Fellowship that trains public health professionals focusing on informatics systems used in governmental health agencies.
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The Gilstrap OBGYN Fellowship
Fellowship for students focusing on public health in maternal and reproductive health.
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Global Health Corps Fellowship
Fellowship program focusing on global health work.
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CDC Lewis/Ferguson Fellows
Fellowship named after distinguished public health leaders, focusing on mentorship and professional development.
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CDC Public Health Associate Program for Recent Graduates (PHAP)
Similar to PHAP, this program is for recent graduates to work in public health agencies.
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Health Career Connection (HCC)
Internship program for students aiming to pursue careers in health services, with public health agency partnerships.
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New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene Public Health AmeriCorps (PHA)
Public Health AmeriCorps program focusing on service opportunities in NYC.
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Summer Health Professions Education Program (SHPEP)
A program focusing to enhance diversity in health professions, offering a summer internship experience.
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HUMAN RESOURCES SUPERVISOR
The Louisiana Department of Health is dedicated to fulfilling its mission through direct provision of quality services, the development and stimulation of services of others, and the utilization of available resources in the most effective manner.
LDH serves as a model employer for individuals with disabilities.
Requirements
Six years of full-time experience in any field plus three years of human resources experience; OR
A bachelor’s degree plus three years of human resources experience; OR
An advanced degree in human resources, business administration, public administration, industrial and organizational psychology, organizational behavior, or a Juris Doctorate plus two years of human resources experience.
EXPERIENCE SUBSTITUTION:
Every 30 semester hours earned from an accredited college or university will be credited as one year of experience towards the six years of full-time work experience in any field. The maximum substitution allowed is 120 semester hours which substitutes for a maximum of four years of experience in any field.
Designation as a Society for Human Resource Management Certified Professional (SHRM-CP) or Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP), Professional in Human Resources (PHR), or a Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) will substitute for a maximum of one year of the required experience.
Qualifications
The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.
Job Duties:
This position supervises a number of highly complex, technical statewide programs in the Employee Relations unit within the LDH/HR Division including: LDH Policy Issuance Process, Disciplinary, Investigations, Grievances, Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), Civil Service Appeals, LaGov Security/Help Desk, Affirmative Action Plan, Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Accommodations, and Continuous Performance Management (CPM) Reviews.
The Employee Relations unit serves as a statewide resource by counseling and recommending courses of action to LDH employees and management on applicable Civil Service rules, state and federal laws, and department policy. Meets, advises and/or consults with LDH management staff to resolve complex issues relative to assigned areas.
This position must have a comprehensive knowledge of Civil Service rules/regulations and policies/procedures, Federal and State Laws and agency policies/procedures applicable to the work unit. This position is directly supervised by a Human Resources Manager A and acts as back-up in his/her absence. This position supervises two (2) Human Resources Specialists.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES
40%: Supervision
Supervises and support for the day-to-day operations of the LDH Employee Relations Unit, which includes assigning and triaging the daily activities. Evaluates the effectiveness of assigned activities, makes recommendations, and execute changes as necessary. Manages and monitor work performance to conduct performance appraisals. Establish expectations while providing leadership to ensure services are successfully delivered. Determines training needs and work schedules; approves leave; investigates performance concerns; coaches and counsels staff. Assists in establishing procedures, workload priorities and standards in order to meet agency goals and objectives.
40% - ADA Accommodations
Facilitate ICPT/ADA meetings including compiling and disseminating Agenda. Document and maintain up-to-date case records and notes of appropriate and accurate information. Interpret policy, procedures, and laws pertaining to Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and determine eligibility. Counsel employees, supervisors, and department heads regarding possible accommodations. Communicate, both verbally and in writing, with physicians, rehabilitation counselors, etc. to gather information regarding the individual’s condition. Provide information, referral and support to employees with medical conditions or disabilities.
Disciplinary Actions
Reviews, investigates, and tracks disciplinary actions for the state's largest agency concluded at each stage in its entirety. Interprets policies and procedures for managers, supervisors, and employees. Schedules meetings with supervisors, top-level management, and Legal regarding disciplinary and/or non-disciplinary courses of action based on the employee’s conduct. Counsels employees and management on applicable Civil Service rules, state and federal laws, and department policy. Prepares disciplinary and non-disciplinary letters for Legal review then secures appointing authority signature. Tracks leave for employees who are placed on Suspension pending investigation with pay, and/or Enforced (compensatory or annual) leave.
The unit serves as a statewide resource by counseling and recommending courses of action to LDH employees and management on applicable Civil Service rules, state and federal laws, and department policy. Meets, advises and/or consults with LDH management staff to resolve complex issues relative to assigned areas.
Grievances, Appeals, and EEOC
Interprets policy and procedures and advises managers, supervisors, and employees assuring compliance. Counsel’s employees and supervisors in order to attempt to resolve problems before the formal grievance or disciplinary processes are used.
Conducts investigation of complaints at the Assistant Secretary and/or Secretary levels, prepares documentation of findings and written responses for the signature of the appropriate Assistant and/or Secretary while adhering to procedures and impending deadlines to ensure the successful operation of the grievance process. Advises top-level management of a suggested course of action. Counsel employees and management on applicable Civil Service rules, state and federal laws, and department policy. Review, prepare, and distribute employee subpoenas as requested by Civil Service or other agencies for appeals. Maintain employee records regarding appeals. Receive EEOC complaints, investigate and/or provide requested documentation.
20% - Policy Issuance System
Serves as the statewide alternate expert for Policy Issuance. Ensures the appropriate steps are followed according to the systems implementation process. Ensures the policy draft conforms to the required policy format. Reviews the policies to determine its impact on human resources policies/procedures to assure consistency in LDH operations. Upon final approval, policies are uploaded to LDH SharePoint for employees viewing. Assists top level management in creating, revising, and updating policies through the Policy Issuance System.
LaGov Security/Customer Service Help Desk
Serves as LaGov Alternate Security Administrator for all LDH 310 timekeepers including facilities. Interprets policies and procedures to ensure compliance in processing requests for HR security. Receives requests and determines the qualifications and requested security access to provide then process requests through Division of Administration online program.
Serves as the alternate for the Louisiana Employees Online (LEO) Customer Service Helpdesk. Provides support in fielding questions for areas including LEO, and other areas with HR.
Affirmative Action Plan
Serves as the statewide alternate expert for the Affirmative Action Plan. Assist with preparing and compiling statistical data required yearly to ensure equal employment opportunity reporting in accordance with Civil Service guidelines and the Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs {OFCCP). Knowledge of various LaGov reports required to generate statistical data plan. Advise the program area HR Director of the status of their Affirmative Action data.
Continuous Performance Management Reviews
Serves as Agency Reviewer for Continuous Performance Management (CPM) reviews within the higher volume region(s). Receive, review, and request information for CPM Request for Reviews. Compile data and submit it to the appropriate Reviewer. Conduct investigations, make recommendations as requested, and prepare responses. Track all requests and compile statistical data for annual reports by Civil Service guidelines and internal reports as required/requested.
Work on special projects, serve on committees, task forces. etc., as assigned. Represents agency and/or attend meetings, conferences, seminars, workshops, training, etc., to maintain knowledge and expertise in HR related program areas. Ensures agency is in compliance with State and Federal mandated employment posting requirements.
Performs other assigned duties for the smooth operation of the LDH Employee Relations Unit.
Position-Specific Details:
This position is located within the Louisiana Department of Health / Office of the Secretary / Human Resources / East Baton Rouge Parish
Announcement Number: OS/DRT/209997
Cost Center: 3071030800
Position Number(s): 50685868
This vacancy is being announced as a Classified position and may be filled as a Job appointment, Probationary or Promotional appointment.
(Job appointments are temporary appointments that may last up to 48 months)
This position comes with a Premium Pay Rate of up to $2.00 per hour for hours worked only and based on years of service at Louisiana Department of Health (LDH) within Human Resources:
0 months to less than 2 years - $1.00/hour
2 years to less than 4 years - $1.50/hour
4 years or greater - $2.00/hour
NOTE REGARDING THE ADVERTISED PAY
The actual starting salary depends on the education and experience of the selected applicant.
State Civil Service Job Information Finder
No Civil Service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy.
How To Apply:
To apply for this vacancy, click on the “Apply” link above and complete an electronic application, which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page.
*Resumes WILL NOT be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections on your application. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.*
A resume upload willNOTpopulate your information into your application. Work experience left off your electronic application or only included in an attached resume is not eligible to receive credit
For further information about this vacancy contact:
Deanda Thymes
LDH/HUMAN RESOURCES BATON ROUGE, LA 70821
225 342-6477
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