Assistant Director of Infectious Diseases(Hybrid)

4 weeks ago

Hartford, Connecticut, United States State of Connecticut Full time

Introduction
Are you a Physician with a passion for combating infectious diseases through surveillance, prevention, and response? Ready to make a tangible impact on the health and well-being of Connecticut residents while advancing your career in Public Health?

THE POSITION

The State of Connecticut, Department of Public Health (DPH), is currently seeking a physician as the Assistant Director of Infectious Diseases, who will oversee major areas of the Infectious Disease Section. This role is also designated as the Deputy State Epidemiologist and will assist the Director of Infectious Diseases and State Epidemiologist in the control of communicable diseases in the state. The programs this position oversees are busy and high profile within the Infectious Disease Section with major Public Health Emergency Preparedness responsibilities and routine responsibilities to conduct surveillance for and investigate outbreaks of illness for approximately 70 reportable infectious diseases and conditions. These programs are more than 80% federally funded, primarily through two cooperative agreements with an annual budget of more than $14 million. This position will work collaboratively with the other parts of the Infectious Diseases Section including the HIV/STD/ TB &HCV Programs.

HIGHLIGHTS

SECTION: Infectious Disease SectionLOCATION: Hartford, CT SCHEDULE: Monday - Friday, 40 hours per week. There may be opportunities for flex schedule, alternate work schedule, or teleworking, in accordance with State policies.

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU

Visit our newState Employee Benefits Overview pageThe opportunity to work for a Forbes top company: 'Forbes' State of Connecticut Ranked One of the Best Employers of State of CT Receives National Recognition for Offering Job Growth, Competitive Benefits, and Flexible ScheduleProfessional growth and development opportunitiesA healthy work/life balance to all employees

ABOUT US

The Mission of the Department of Public Health (DPH) is to protect and improve the health and safety of the people of Connecticut by assuring the conditions in which people can be healthy, preventing disease, injury, and disability, and promoting the equal enjoyment of the highest attainable standard of health, which is a human right and a priority of the state.

DPH accomplishes this through the implementation of its Strategic Plan which outlines the actions that DPH is taking to accomplish its Mission.

You Will Discover The Opportunity To:

Engage in a rewarding career;Showcase your talents in a meaningful role;Thrive in an exciting environment;Provide support to an agency that is passionate about the work we do;Work together in a collaborative team environment.

If you're a dedicated physician eager to tackle infectious diseases head-on and play a pivotal role in safeguarding public health, we encourage you to seize this opportunity. Join us in making a significant difference in Connecticut's health landscape.

Apply today and be a part of our committed team
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To Apply:

In order to be considered for this job opening, you must meet the Minimum Qualifications as listed on the job opening. The minimum experience and training requirements must be met by the close date on the job opening, unless otherwise specified.You must specify your qualifications on your application. You will be unable to make revisions once you submit your application for this posting to the JobAps system.In order to comply with Public Act 21-69, the State of Connecticut is no longer asking for resumes during the initial application process.All application materials must be received by the recruiting agency by the time specified on the job opening for the position for which you are applying. Late applications may not be submitted and will not be considered. Exceptions are rare and limited to documented events that incapacitate a candidate during the entire duration of the job posting time period. It is the candidate's obligation and responsibility to request an exception and provide a legally recognized justification to accommodate such exception. Requests should be made to This position will be filled in accordance with contractual language, reemployment, SEBAC, transfer, promotion and merit employment rules.

Important Next Step Information for After You Apply:

Although applicants will receive correspondence via email, as a backup they are also encouraged to sign on to their Personal Status Board on a daily basis to monitor their status, view all emailed notices and complete tasks required in the recruitment process.This posting may require completion of additional referral questions (RQs). You can access these RQs via an email that will be sent to you after the posting's closing date or by visiting your JobAps Personal Status Board (Certification Questionnaires section). Your responses to these RQs must be submitted by the question's expiration date. Please regularly check your email and JobAps Personal Status Board for notifications. Please check your SPAM and/or Junk folders on a daily basis in the event an email provider places auto-notification emails in a user's spam.Note: At any point during the recruitment process, applicants may be required to submit additional documentation which support their qualification(s) for this position. These documents may include: a cover letter, resume, transcripts, diplomas, performance reviews, attendance records, supervisory references, licensure, etc., at the discretion of the hiring agency.The immediate vacancy is listed above, however, applications to this recruitment may be used for future vacancies in this job class.Interviews will be limited to candidates whose experience and training most closely meet the requirements of the position. Read through this helpful link to prepare for your interview.Candidates who are offered and accept a position with the State of Connecticut are bound by the State Code of Ethics for Public Officials and State Employees which is available at

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Due to the large volume of applications received, we are unable to provide confirmation of receipt or status during the recruitment process.Updates will be available through your JobAps portal account. If you have any questions pertaining to this recruitment please contact Pamela Rochette via email at
PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)
In the Department of Public Health, Infectious Disease Section, this class is accountable for directing the Epidemiology and Emerging Infections Program for the prevention and control of infectious and other diseases.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES
Directs staff and operations of Epidemiology and Emerging Infections Program;Coordinates, plans and manages program activities;Formulates program goals and objectives;Develops or assists in the development of related policy;Interprets and administers pertinent laws;Evaluates staff;Prepares or assists in preparation of program budget;Maintains contacts with individuals both within and outside of program who might impact program activities;Oversees grant preparation and monitoring;Oversees field investigations/surveillance of infectious disease and foodborne, waterborne and institutional outbreaks of illness throughout the state;Advises physicians, hospitals and local health departments on a variety of infectious disease issues;Designs and implements special epidemiological studies, writes strategic and operational plans regarding infectious disease;Drafts regulations and legislation and prepares written legislative testimony;Educates the public, students, medical and public health professionals on infectious disease;Precepts students in public health related fields;Prepares scientific papers and reviews scientific papers prepared by staff;Communicates with the media on public health issues;Represents the agency on federal and state advisory groups;Serves as a liaison regarding infectious disease surveillance and control to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention;Participates in the Incident Management Team;Acts in the absence of the Director of Epidemiology;Leads the recruitment and hiring of staff, including outreach, interview and selection;Performs related duties as required.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY
Considerable knowledge of and ability to apply management principles and practices;relevant state and federal laws, statutes and regulations;principles and practices of medicine and public health measures with special reference to prevention and control of infectious and other diseases;Knowledge of principles of vital statistics;Considerable interpersonal skills;oral and written communication skills;Ability in modern methods of investigation, study and control of diseases.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE
Two (2) years of experience in medical practice involving infectious diseases, preferably including public health work or in public health practice involving infectious diseases.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Experience with the microbiology and pathogenesis of reportable infectious diseases and conditions, including vector borne and zoonotic diseases, influenza and COVID-19, healthcare-associated infections, and antimicrobial resistance.Experience with public health programs or surveillance systems focused on prevention and monitoring of infectious diseases with an emphasis on developing and implementing new initiatives in a dynamic and resource-limited environment.Experience with staff oversight and supervision, including assigning and reviewing the work of staff; providing staff training; building and leading teams; conducting performance evaluations. Ability to foster a collaborative and innovative culture in a hybrid work environment.Experience and strong skills in engaging and collaborating with a wide range of stakeholders, including public health officials, community leaders and partners from the private sector.Experience in program administration and management including experience: (1) developing and managing federal cooperative agreements or grants, budgets, or contracts; (2) developing policy or legislation; (3) designing, implementing, and evaluating new programs and interventions; (4) adapting quickly to changing priorities and requirements.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Incumbents in this class must possess a license to practice medicine and surgery in Connecticut. A temporary permit may be granted for a period not to exceed one (1) year.Completion of medical residency must be in internal medicine, pediatrics, family practice or preventive medicine.Incumbents in this class must be willing to periodically undergo tests or immunizations for communicable or infectious diseases.Incumbents in this class may be required to travel.
Conclusion
AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
As defined by Sec. 5-196of the Connecticut General Statutes, a job class is a position or group ofpositions that share general characteristics and are categorized under a singletitle for administrative purposes. As such,a job class is not meant to be all-inclusive of every task and/orresponsibility.

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