*The Recruitment Range For This Position Is $67,852 - $99,631*This position serves as the Operations Manager for the North Carolina State Laboratory of Public Health (NCSLPH) and directs the non-technical programmatic activities, including administrative, financial, logistical, and facility management functions of the NCSLPH to ensure the laboratory operates in an effective and efficient manner and complies with applicable federal, state, and Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) requirements. The Operations Manager is responsible for directing, planning, and evaluating NCSLPH programmatic needs based on assessments of administrative requirements, legislative mandates, NC Administrative Code, technological advances, and areas emphasized by NCSLPH clients related to the delivery of testing, training, and consultant services.The Operations Manager, working with the Laboratory Director and Assistant Directors, will monitor the execution of programmatic goals and objectives for the State Laboratory and ensure that resource allocation and operational priorities are supportive of and consistent with the NCSLPH mission. Duties include, but are not limited to:
- Act as the NCSLPH liaison to the Division of Public Health (DPH) for fiscal and logistical activities.
- Oversee NCSLPH budget including billing and collection of laboratory-generated receipts, test fees, specimen kit sales, Medicaid, appropriations, assorted grants, and other sources of revenue.
- Supervise all accounting activities for the laboratory.
- Provide efficient coordination of all laboratory purchasing related to facility operations, administrative tasks, and clinical and environmental testing.
- Direct logistical warehouse and mailroom operations.
- Provide oversight for fixed asset management including equipment repair, maintenance servicing, and replacement.
- Serve as Facility and Security Manager for the District Drive facility.
- Coordinate SLPH, OCME, and DPH IT issues with the Department of Administration Facility Management and the DHHS Property and Construction for all facility use and maintenance issues.
About the North Carolina State Laboratory of Public Health(NCSLPH):The North Carolina State Laboratory of Public Health (NCSLPH) provides a multifaceted array of services including Laboratory Testing, Training/Consultation and Certification. The NCSLPH provides more than 125 clinical laboratory tests and more than 65 environmental laboratory tests to the public and private medical health care system in North Carolina. Additionally, NCSLPH provides training and consultation for local health departments, hospitals, commercial laboratories, private health care professionals, community-based organizations and State and regional staff from the Division of Public Health and other state and regional agencies; provides laboratory consultation and training courses; and provides proficiency testing programs. Finally, NCSLPH certifies laboratories that analyze water subject to the North Carolina Drinking Act and milk under the Grade A Pasteurized Milk Ordinance. This array of services benefit the general population of North Carolina by enhancing both human and environmental health along with effective disease control and prevention efforts.Campus Amenities and Benefits at the State Laboratory of Public HealthLocated in Raleigh, NC, the State Laboratory of Public Health offers:
- 275,000 square feet state-of-the-art facility
- Plentiful Free Parking
- Easy access to highways (70, 40 and 440), NC Museum of Art, Umstead State Park, healthcare providers, and shopping centers
- Proximity to globally and nationally ranked universities (NC State, UNC-Chapel Hill, Duke)
- Fitness center with exercise equipment, classes, and wellness activities
- Workforce development classes, including opportunities for traveling
- Employee Engagement and Staff Development Activities
- NCSLPH Employee Recognition Programs
- State Health Plan and State of NC Employee Benefits
About the Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS):The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services manages the delivery of health and human-related services for all North Carolinians, especially our most vulnerable people – children, elderly, disabled and low-income families. The Department works closely with health care professionals, community leaders, advocacy groups, local, state and federal entities and many other stakeholders to make this happen.Compensation and Benefits:The State of North Carolina offers excellent comprehensive benefits. Employees can participate in health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, and the NCFlex program (numerous high-quality, low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis). Employees also receive paid vacation, sick, and community service leave. In addition, paid parental leave is available to eligible employees. Visit website for benefits:For more information about DHHS: Listed below are the knowledge, skills and abilities (KSAs) associated with the position. These KSAs, along with the minimum education and experience listed, are required in order to be deemed eligible for the position therefore you must provide supporting information, within the body of your application, to demonstrate your possession of each KSA listed. Any information listed under the text resume section or on an attachment will not be considered for qualifying credit. Qualified applicants must document on the application that they possess all of the following:
- Proven knowledge of local/state/federal laws, policies, and best practices for operations of a public health laboratory.
- Demonstrated knowledge of the technical operations of laboratory sciences that are practiced by a public health laboratory.
- Working knowledge of public health administration principles such as governmental contracting, purchasing, financial, human resources, information technology practices, and/or business operations.
- Experience analyzing service and/or business data in order to assess the effectiveness and efficiency of program operations.
- Experience with complex facility needs to support routine and emergency clinical and environmental laboratory testing.
Management Preferences:
- Demonstrated skills to collaborate, problem solve, and effectively communicate with other agency personnel, officials, and the general public via verbal and written correspondence.
Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See for details.Qualified applicants must possess, and application must clearly reflect work experience that demonstrates the following:Bachelor's degree from an appropriately accredited institution and three (3) years of program experience related to the area of assignment, including one year of supervisory program experience;ORAn equivalent combination of training and experience.The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is an Equal Opportunity Employer who embraces an Employment First philosophy which consists of complying with all federal laws, state laws and Executive Orders. We are committed to reviewing requests for reasonable accommodation at any time during the hiring process or while on the job. For more information about DHHS: DHHS uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions subject to the State Human Resources Act with the most qualified individuals. Hiring salary will be based on relevant qualifications, internal equity, and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position.It is critical to our screening and salary determination process that applications contain comprehensive information. Information should be provided in the appropriate areas to include the beginning and ending dates of jobs worked, education with the date graduated, all work experience, and certificates / licenses. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing this application. Answers to Supplemental Questions must refer to education or work experience listed on this application to receive credit. Degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.
- Applicants seeking Veteran's Preference must attach a DD-214 Member-4 Form (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to their applications.
- Applicants seeking National Guard Preference must attach a NGB 23A (RPAS) if they are a current member of the NC National Guard in good standing. If a former member of the NC National Guard, who served for at least 6 years and was discharged under honorable conditions, they must attach either a DD256 or NGB 22.
- If applicants earned college credit hours but did not complete a degree program, they must attach an unofficial transcript to each application to receive credit for this education.
- Applicants may be subject to a criminal background check. All candidates selected for positions considered Positions of Trust will be subject to a criminal background check.
Applications for positions requiring specific coursework must be accompanied by a copy of the applicant's transcript. Applicants with degrees not conferred at a United States college or university must attach verification that their degree is equivalent to a similar degree from a U.S. institution. The Office of State Human Resources uses the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) as a referral resource for applicants who need to have their credentials certified as equivalent. For a list of organizations that perform this specialized service, please visit the NACES membership website at degree evaluations and cover letters may be uploaded with your application.NOTE: Applicants will receive communication via email only for updates on the status of their application or any questions on their application. If there are any questions about this posting other than your application status, please contact HR at 919-###-####.To check the status of an application, please log in to your NC Government Job Opportunities account and click Application Status .For technical issues with your application, please call the NeoGov Help Line at 877-###-####. If you have a technical issue with your Government Jobs account, please call their Help Line at 1-855-###-####.#J-18808-Ljbffr
