Medical Monitoring Project Coordinator

• Under general supervision, manage all aspects of the Medical Monitoring Project (MMP), including project planning, team assembly, task assignment, and resource identification.
• Oversee day-to-day operations; develop and manage project schedules to ensure timely completion of benchmarks and deliverables.
  
• Collect, analyze, and use operational data to monitor progress, evaluate quality, and implement corrective actions when performance metrics are not met.
  
• Supervise, guide, and instruct the work assignments of subordinate staff; ensure appropriate training and ongoing staff support.
  
• Ensure compliance with CDC protocols, data security, confidentiality requirements, and maintain updated local SOPs and training materials.
  
• Develop, monitor, and manage the project budget.
  
• Draft, submit, and manage grant applications, interim reports, annual progress reports, and annual/interim workplans.
  
• Communicate regularly with the Principal Investigator (PI), Project Officer (PO), and other managerial staff; provide weekly progress updates to the PI and PO.
  
• Meet routinely with the CDC MMP Project Officer and attend all required CDC virtual and in-person MMP meetings.
  
• Establish, support, and collaborate with the Community Advisory Board (CAB) and Participant Advisory Board (PAB).
  
• Build and maintain partnerships with healthcare facilities and providers.
  
• Support and participate in the dissemination of MMP data to internal and external stakeholders.
  
  
  

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in a related field from an accredited college or university. 
• Experience in HIV or STD surveillance activities. 
• Experience overseeing and managing projects. 
• Experience with grant management. 
• Knowledge and understanding of STDs/HIV/AIDS situations and trends, including social, economic, and gender challenges. 
• Knowledge of and experience with Microsoft Office products (Excel, Word, Teams).  
• Ability to work independently, prioritize, and exercise good judgment with minimal supervision. 
• Ability to work with diverse populations. 
• Ability to communicate ideas and information effectively, both orally and in writing.

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.