Vaccine Access Coordinator - 20014311

Vaccine Access Coordinator (Health Services Policy Analyst)

About Us: 

Our mission at the Ohio Department of Health (ODH) is advancing the health and well-being of all Ohioans.  Our agency is committed to building a modern, vibrant public health system that creates the conditions where all Ohioans flourish.

The goal of the Bureau of Infectious Diseases (BID) is to prevent and control the spread of infectious diseases (e.g., foodborne outbreaks, general infectious diseases, healthcare-associated infections, influenza, meningitis, tuberculosis, vaccine-preventable diseases, waterborne outbreaks, zoonotic diseases and vector-borne diseases).

What You'll Do:

The Vaccine Access Coordinator will participate in developing & conducting analytic studies of health status, health behaviors, & health services utilization within Ohio populations. This position will also assist in design & execution of health
research projects related to vaccine coverage & quality assurance objectives. Additional duties may include:

• Develop evaluation & performance measurement plans related to immunization strategies & activities, in compliance with federal grant guidance.
• Assist in designing & carrying out health research projects (e.g., Immunization Quality Improvement Program for Providers [IQIP], School & Child Care Assessments, National Immunization Survey) related to program objectives.
• Write reports, develop presentations, & prepare correspondence regarding program purpose, functions, policies/procedures, data collection, data analysis, & results for various audiences (e.g., public, local health departments, legislators, health care organizations).
• Assist supervisor in preparing grant applications to federal funders (e.g., develops work plans, progress reports).
• Collaborate with the VFC & adult vaccine programs to analyze data & support the implementation of evidence based vaccine strategies & objectives aimed at increasing vaccination coverage
• Maintain resource library for program activities
• Provide information & guidance to hospitals, pharmacies, local health departments & offices/bureaus within ODH regarding immunization activities

Normal working hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 5:00pm. This is an hourly position, with a pay range of 13 on the Ohio Health Care SEIU/1199 Pay Range Schedule.

At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees*. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website! Our benefits package includes:

• Medical Coverage
• Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
• Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
• Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave
• Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)
• Public Retirement Systems (such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS) & Optional Deferred Compensation (Ohio Deferred Compensation)

*Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.

Option 1

• Completion of undergraduate core coursework; 

• 12 mos. exp. in one of following: health services administration, mathematics, statistics, actuarial science, public administration, allied health sciences, nursing, economics, public health, or comparable field;

• 12 mos. trg. or 12 mos. exp. in research methodology, measurement & testing, analysis of variance & survey sampling; 

• 6 mos. trg. or 6 mos. exp. in use of computer programs/applications used for spreadsheets, statistical analysis & graphics presentation & word processing;

• 1 course or 3 mos. exp. in multiple regression or multivariate analysis. 

OR

Option 2

• Completion of graduate core coursework in health services administration, mathematics, statistics, actuarial science, public administration, allied health sciences, nursing, economics or comparable field;

• 12 mos. trg. or 12 mos. exp. in research methodology, measurement & testing, analysis of variance & survey sampling; 

• 6 mos. trg. or 6 mos. exp. in use of computer programs/applications used for spreadsheets, statistical analysis & graphics presentation & word processing; 

• 1 course or 3 mos. exp. in multiple regression or multivariate analysis. 

OR

Equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications For Employment noted above. 

Applications of those who meet the minimum qualifications will be further evaluated against the following criteria:

• Graduate or advanced degree in public health, health behavior and promotion, heath services, epidemiology.
• Experience working with vaccinations or in the vaccine field. 
• Experience collecting health related data and information from studies, investigations, or reports.
• Experience with analytical software (e.g., Microsoft Power BI, Tableau, SAS). 
• Experience presenting, training, and/or public speaking.
• Experience in creating plans, writing reports, procedures, and/or tools.
• Experience working working with healthcare providers and local health departments. 
• Experience working with grants.

All eligible applications shall be reviewed considering the following criteria: qualifications, experience, education, active disciplinary record, and work record. 

Job Skills: Health Administration

Technical Skills: Data Analytics, Operational and Administrative Support, Grants Administration

Professional Skills: Collaboration, Written Communication, Interpreting Data

Educational Transcript Requirements: 
Official educational transcripts are required for all post-high school educational accomplishments, coursework or degrees claimed on the application. Applicants will be required to submit an official transcript prior to receiving a formal offer of employment. Failure to provide transcripts within five (5) working days of being requested will cause the applicant to be eliminated from further consideration.

Please note that a transcript is considered "official" only if it is an original copy from the educational institution and includes an institutional watermark, ink stamp or embossed stamp. Transcripts printed from the institution's website will not be accepted. ODH reserves the right to assess the academic credibility of an educational entity's award of a putative degree.

Supplemental Information

All answers to the supplemental questions must be supported by the work experience/education provided on your civil service application.

Unless required by legislation, the selected candidate will begin at Pay Grade 13, Step 1 of the 1199 Pay Range Schedule ($34.96 per hour), with an opportunity for pay increase after six months ($36.65) of satisfactory performance and then a yearly raise thereafter.

Application Procedures:
All applicants must submit a completed Ohio Civil Service Application using the TALEO System.  Paper applications will not be considered.  Applicants must clearly indicate how they meet the minimum qualifications and/or position specific minimum qualifications.  Applicants are also encouraged to document any experience, education and/or training related to the job duties above.  An assessment of these criteria may be conducted to determine the applicants who are interviewed.

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Background Check Information:

The final candidate selected for this position will be required to undergo a criminal background check. Criminal convictions do not necessarily preclude an applicant from consideration for a position. An individual assessment of an applicant's prior criminal convictions will be made before excluding an applicant from consideration.

Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.

The State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note, this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39), and as outlined in the posting.