Project/Program Manager II - Tuberculosis Program

• Experience with project management for a medical or public health project or related
• Eperience coordinating with external partners and stakeholders, such as healthcare providers, medical associations, or community-based organizations
• Demonstrated ability to provide consultation and technical assistance to providers and community partners
• Demonstrated ability to work under pressure and carry out assignments and responsibilities reliably in a thorough, accurate, and timely manner
• Demonstrated ability to clearly and effectively communicate orally and in writing with supervisor, co-workers, partners, and stakeholders
• Experience creating and delivering public health messaging to a variety of audiences.
• Demonstrated experience and ability in building internal and external partnerships with providers and community organizations
• Experience and skill in working with diverse populations and cultures, and supporting anti-racist principles of equity and social justice
• Experience using process metrics to inform the success of the program and make adaptations as needed
• Good judgement and comfort in making independent decisions, while understanding limitations and elevating as needed in the absence of information
• Effectively manage multiple competing priorities and projects under a rapidly changing environment, with the ability to plan and prioritize effectively in this environment
• Experience with office automation (MS Office 365), other web-enabled tools, and multiple large databases. 
• Candidates must be proficient and comfortable with computer use to perform essential functions of the position

• Experience with or knowledge of latent tuberculosis infection (LTBI), particularly how to communicate orally and in writing about it to a variety of audiences.
• Knowledge of barriers to LTBI care and experience addressing those barriers.
• Background in public health, health education, health services, or related field
• Experience in a local or state public health setting
• Two (2) or more year of TB experience
• Knowledge of project management principles
• Demonstrated ability to learn and comprehend new and complex bodies of knowledge efficiently
• Skill in working effectively as a team member to coordinate accomplishment of specific tasks

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To Apply

If you are interested in pursuing this position, please follow the application instructions carefully. If you need this announcement in an alternate language or format, would like to request accommodation or assistance in the application or assessment process or if you have questions please contact the recruiter listed on this job announcement.

• NEOGOV Job Application (The responses on your job application should be thorough and complete and will be used in the screening process)
• Supplemental Questions (The responses to the supplemental questions should be thorough and complete and will be used in the screening process)

Please note: Cover letters, resumes, and additional attachments will not be reviewed as part of the evaluation process if not outlined as a required application material as outlined above.

Your application may be rejected as incomplete if you do not include the relevant information in the application. Cover letters and/or resumes are not accepted in lieu of a completed application. Applications and/or Supplemental Questionnaires that state "see my resume" or "see my personnel file" are considered incomplete and will not be accepted.

Necessary Special Requirements

• The selection process may include evaluation of application materials and supplemental questions, interviewing, and testing. You must completely fill out the application with your relevant education and work experience.
• The selected candidate must be able to pass a thorough background investigation, but findings may not necessarily disqualify an applicant for employment. 
• For more information on our selection process, please refer to www.kingcounty.gov/depts/health/jobs/hiring. For tips on interviewing, please visit https://www.kingcounty.gov/~/media/audience/employees/learning-and-development/Interview_Tips.ashx?la=en. 
• Employees are required to protect the privacy and security of protected health information as defined in State and Federal Law.
• Public Health relies on office automation (Microsoft Office) and web-based enabled tools, therefore candidates must be proficient and comfortable with computer use to perform functions associated with on-going work.
• Employees are required to adhere to OSHA/WISHA guidelines including but not limited to completing their mandatory trainings on time and obtaining required immunizations.
• Regular and reliable attendance, effective communication skills, and development of effective working relationships are requirements of all Public Health positions.
• When Public Health responds to an emergency, and in accordance with relevant CBA language and/or KC policy and procedures, we may assign duties outside your regular job description. This may involve responding at any time, including nights and weekends, with possible deployment to locations other than the department. 
• If you need this announcement in an alternate language or format, would like to request accommodation or assistance in the application or assessment process or if you have questions please contact your recruiter listed on this job announcement.

Work Schedule

This position is Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm with occasional evenings and weekends. This position is non-exempt and eligible for overtime. 

Work Location

This position is based out of Harborview Medical Center, 325 9th Ave, Seattle, WA 98104.

Employees must reside in Washington state and within a reasonable distance to their King County worksite to respond to workplace reporting requirements. 

Remote and Onsite Work

The TB team works in a hybrid model, with 2-3 days in the office as well as telecommuting. The ratio of remote to onsite work will be dependent on business needs and is subject to change. 

King County has a robust collection of tools and resources to support working remotely. The individual selected for this opportunity will join an innovative and progressive team that is redefining how we work as we transition to the department's hybrid environment. Employees will be provided with a County-issued laptop and must maintain a home workspace with an internet connection where they can reliably perform work and remain available and responsive during scheduled work hours.

Union Membership

This position is not represented by a Labor Union. 

Contact

Please contact Sarah Dunkinson, sdunkinson@kingcounty.gov for questions about this recruitment.