Hiv/Std Quality Management Coordinator (Public Health Professional I)

The City of Long Beach, Department of Health and Human Services is recruiting for one (1) unclassified, at-will, full-time Public Health Professional I to serve as the HIV/STD Quality Management Coordinator in the Physician Services Bureau. Reporting to the HIV Care/Prevention Director (Community Program Specialist V), this position will function as the HIV/STD Quality Management Coordinator to provide guidance, strategic planning, and QUALITY MANAGEMENT oversight of all HIV/AIDS/STD care prevention and clinical services. This position is located at the main health department office located at 2525 Grand Ave, Long Beach CA 90815.

• Supervises the HIV/AIDS Data Entry Clerk (Public Health Associate II);
• Develops and reviews QUALITY MANAGEMENT metrics across multiple HIV/STD delivery and surveillance-based activities;
• Enters, analyzes and interprets PUBLIC HEALTH data using the AIDS Regional Information and Evaluation System (ARIES), Casewatch, Nextgen and other data systems;
• Assists in preparation of research proposals and grant applications;
• Monitors established quality metrics to ensure HIV Care Program Grant compliance through the tracking, monitoring, and evaluation of program-related data;
• Prepares program progress reports and other HIV data;
• Identifies gaps in services and/or program operations and makes recommendations for improvement;
• Monitors program compliance to all applicable HIV laws and regulations; and
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor's Degree in Public Health, Social Work, Education, Business Administration, Public Policy, or a closely related field (*proof required).
  • Program management experience in a public agency beyond the minimum requirements may be substituted for education on a year-for-year basis.
• One (1) year of professional experience in PUBLIC HEALTH, public policy and administration or human services related programs serving vulnerable populations.
• Valid motor vehicle operator license.
  • Required to obtain a California motor vehicle operator license within 6 months of employment if license is out of state. DMV K4 driver license information report printout required during onboarding if selected for position.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master's Degree in Public Health, Epidemiology, Public Administration , or a closely related field.
• Experience providing QUALITY MANAGEMENT in an HIV/AIDS program.
• Ability to work evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Bilingual skills (Khmer, Spanish, Tagalog, and/or Vietnamese)

SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE WILL DEMONSTRATE:

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, be flexible, and manage multiple assignments in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work effectively with a wide variety of people and populations by consistently exercising tact, good judgement, and a proactive, problem-solving focused style.
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to de-escalate and resolve conflicts independently and effectively.
• Proficiency in the use of computers, including email, internet, and office productivity software (e.g. Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint).

This recruitment will close at 11:59PM PST, on Tuesday, December 26, 2023. To be considered, applicants must submit a resume, cover letter, and and proof of education (if qualifying with degree) in PDF format. Applications will be reviewed for depth and breadth of experience, and for level and relatedness of education. The most qualified candidates will be invited to participate in further selection procedures. The selected candidate may be required to go through a background check and a physical examination prior to appointment.Applicants who do not meet the minimum requirements, including submission of all required attachments, will not be considered. For questions regarding this recruitment, please contact (562) 570-6927.
The City of Long Beach is anEqual Opportunity Employer. We value and encourage diversity in our workforce. The City of Long Beach is committed to creating a workplace where every employee is valued for who they are. Having our workforce reflect the diversity of our community at various levels of the organization is a continuous goal embraced by our departments, management staff, and policymakers. To support efforts of fairness and diversity, City Leadership is committed to incorporating equity and inclusion into our work by supporting staff and community partners. We are committed to promoting transparency by publishing updated demographic information for employees, including workforce diversity data and pay by race and gender.
The City of Long Beach will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act. You are not required to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until you receive a conditional job offer. If the City of Long Beach has concerns about a conviction that is directly related to the job after making a conditional job offer and conducting a background check, you will have the opportunity to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide evidence to mitigate concerns, or challenge the accuracy of the background report. Find out more about the Fair Chance Act by visitinghttps://calcivilrights.ca.gov/fair-chance-act
The City of Long Beach intends to provide reasonable accommodations in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. If a special accommodation is desired, or if you would like to request this information in an alternative format, please call (562) 570-4250.

Employment Type: Unclassified - Full-Time, Permanent