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    Coordinator, Wastewater Surveillance Program - Houston, United States - Harris County

    Harris County
    Harris County Houston, United States

    6 days ago

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    Description

    This is a Grant-Funded position with an anticipated end date of May 30, 2026

    Harris County Public Health has earned the 2023 Best Place for Working Parents Business Designation.

    About Harris County Public Health:


    Harris County Public Health (HCPH) includes a network of more than 700 public health professionals working together to improve health outcomes for the third most populous county in the United States.

    HCPH provides a multitude of services such as medical and dental services, community programming, and health education for the approximately 2.3 million people in unincorporated Harris County.

    Through its core values of innovation, engagement, and health equity, HCPH strives to bring meaningful solutions to public health issues while keeping Harris County healthy and vibrant.


    Position Overview:


    Under the supervision of the Wastewater Surveillance Program Supervisor, the Wastewater Surveillance Program Coordinator is responsible for the planning, development, and implementation of the wastewater surveillance program for Harris County.

    This position will streamline partnership development, coordinate day-to-day activities of the wastewater surveillance team, and conduct the analysis and dissemination of wastewater data to determine disease and health patterns within the population.

    This position supports OESED and reports to the Wastewater Program Surveillance Supervisor.


    Duties & Responsibilities:


    Coordinates daily operations of wastewater surveillance program projects, including the development and maintenance of strong relationships with external prospective and current partners.

    Plans, develops, and implements wastewater surveillance projects with direction from the Program Supervisor.

    Tracks project progress to ensure deliverable deadlines are met; identify challenges, unmet needs and work collaboratively with Surveillance Program Supervisor to develop solutions to advance the goals of the project.


    Oversee all wastewater surveillance data received, conduct analysis, management, interpretation and use information to develop and implement operational plans with direction from the Surveillance Program Supervisor.

    Guide the development of HCPH wastewater dashboard.


    Develop or contribute to the development of documents such as standard operating guides, workflows, program updates, or other special reports.

    Maintain a process for evaluation and improvement of projects.

    Performs other assigned duties, including special tasks related to responding to emergency events.
    Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer

    If you need special services or accommodations, please call or email

    .

    This position is subject to a criminal history check. Only relevant convictions will be considered and, even when considered, may not automatically disqualify the candidate.


    Education:
    Bachelor's Degree in Public Health, Health Administration, or related field.

    Experience:
    At least two (2) years of extensive Public Health or related field experience.

    Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
    Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite software including 365 programs, and epidemiology software (such as Maven).
    Knowledge of infectious disease surveillance systems in Texas and Texas infectious disease law
    Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
    Extremely organized and meticulous with details.
    Excellent interpersonal and team management skills

    Knowledge of the standard principles and methods of epidemiology and related biostatistics necessary for epidemiological investigations, public health surveillance, investigations, and studies.

    Ability to work discretely and maintain confidentiality.
    Ability to organize and prioritize workload and meet deadlines.

    Core Competencies:
    Organizational Leadership

    Understands the organizational mission
    Understands ethics and public good; is concerned with public trust
    Demonstrates respect for the opinions and beliefs of others

    Collaboration

    Contributes to an inclusive workplace where equity, diversity, inclusion, and individual differences are valued and leveraged to achieve the vision and mission
    Demonstrates a sense of responsibility for the success of the group
    Collaborates with others to improve quality and address needs

    Innovation

    Ability to adapt to change

    Interpersonal Abilities/Personal Characteristics

    Treats others with courtesy, sensitivity, and respect
    Behaves in an honest, fair, and ethical manner
    Assesses and recognizes own strengths and weaknesses
    Uses sound judgment
    Self-motivated
    Organizes and maintains work environment to allow for maximum productivity

    Communication

    Communicates clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing


    NOTE :
    Qualifying education, experience, knowledge, and skills must be documented on your job application. You may attach a resume to the application as supporting documentation

    but

    ONLY information stated on the application will be used for consideration. "See Resume"

    will not be accepted for qualifications

    .

    Position Type and Typical Hours of Work:

    This is A Grant-Funded | Full-Time position
    Days and hours of work are typically Monday through Friday, from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm.
    Other days and hours as necessary.
    Telework option available after 90 days of consecutive employment.


    Work Environment:
    This job operates in a professional office environment.
    This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines. This job may require off-site visits to locations inside of Harris County.

    Physical Demands:


    This is a largely sedentary role; however, some duties would require the ability to lift up to 50 pounds and bending & standing for periods at a time.


    Work Location:

    Harris County Public Health:
    Office of Epidemiology, Surveillance, and Emerging Diseases Fannin St. Houston, Texas

    Employment may be contingent on passing a drug screen and meeting other standards.


    Due to a high volume of applications positions may close prior to the advertised closing date or at the discretion of the Hiring Department.

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