Planner Iii-iv - Smyrna, United States - State of Delaware

State of Delaware

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Smyrna, United States

1 week ago

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Mark Lane

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Description

Introduction:

Make a Difference with DHSS

Our mission at the Department of Health and Social Services (DHSS) is to improve the quality of life of Delaware citizens by promoting health and well-being, fostering self-sufficiency, and protecting vulnerable populations.

We prioritize personal and family independence by assisting individuals and families in a variety of life areas.

We offer numerous career opportunities and are dedicated to attracting and retaining highly talented individuals who are ready to make a difference in their community today.

DHSS is a great place to kick-start your profession.

Summary Statement:

This position is responsible for the support of the Hospital Preparedness Program (HPP).

Duties include working with partners and stakeholders in the development of statewide patient surge plans, planning and review of federally mandated exercises, surveillance of the states healthcare system to ensure adequate resources are available during times of crisis, day to day management of the states HPP grant etc.

This position involves working with partners and stakeholders both within the hospitals and other portions of the acute care system.

Essential Functions:

Essential functions are fundamental, core functions common to all positions in the class series and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties for any one position in the class.

Since class specifications are descriptive and not restrictive, incumbents can complete job duties of similar kind not specifically listed here.

Analyze and assess data, problems, and issues and their impact on programs, plans or the current environment.
Define and evaluate alternative uses of resources, viable options/approaches and anticipated costs and benefits, consequences and outcomes using present and projected information.
Develop recommended course of action for public and private decisions in formal plans and policies including policy statements, budget allocations, regulations and/or legislation to affect and facilitate change and reach objectives.
Formulate plans and policies to meet the social, economic, and physical needs of communities.
Develop, promote and market strategies for the implementation of plans, policies and programs.
Build consensus with community leaders, customers, advocates, and other affected parties via negotiations, mediation and facilitation.
Involve and educate special interest groups, customers, and public officials via variety of forums, e.g., seminars, workshops, conferences, newsletters, assessments, and analytical reports.
Coordinate planning activities and policies across state, regional, county and local levels; integrate with other entities outside the state.
Provide technical assistance, training and education for understanding and managing change.
Design and manage the planning process.
Systematically evaluate the impact of plan implementation and incorporate findings with the ongoing planning process.

Job Requirement Series:

JOB REQUIREMENTS for Planner III**Applicants must have education, training and/or experience demonstrating competence in each of the following areas:

At least two years experience as a planner OR at least two years experience in a planning function.
Experience in designing, collecting data, analyzing and presenting results of a most complex planning project (complexity is to be determined based on variables such as discipline, population, fiscal impact, geographic area, social impact, planning horizon, public involvement, research and analysis, and the nature of the project team).
Experience as a project manager/leader on a complex project (complexity is to be determined based on variables such as discipline, population, fiscal impact, geographic area, social impact, planning horizon, public involvement, research and analysis, and the nature of the project team).

JOB REQUIREMENTS for Planner IV
Applicants must have education, training and/or experience demonstrating competence in each of the following areas:

At least three years experience as a planner OR at least three years experience in a planning function.
Experience in having responsibility for a most complex planning project (complexity is to be determined based on variables such as discipline, population, fiscal impact, geographic area, social impact, planning horizon, public involvement, research and analysis, and the nature of the project team).

Conditions of Hire:

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

The State of Delaware participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

For more information refer to our Job Seeker Resources.

DHSS does not provide employment-based sponsorship.

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The State of Delaware is an Equal Opportunity employer and values a diverse workfo