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Health Science Specialist

Under the direction of the executive director or higher-level supervisor, the Childhood Lead Program Coordinator will provide and set the course for effective program supervision for the Childhood Lead Program (CLP) in the Division of Local Public Health (DLPH). The coordinator will conduct program and administrative oversight for the Childhood Lead Program programs supported by federal and state fiscal budget(s) to develop effective program progress and evaluation reports for communicating and describing how the program was monitored and the impact it had.

Monitors activity goals and milestones to ensure timely submission of work plans, budgets and reporting on implementation of grant activities to NJDOH leadership and the CDC. Creates evaluation tools and reviews objectives and milestones and provides fiscal oversight with grant disposition status.  Performs supervisory, as well as advanced, analytical work in the administration of other assigned programs and projects. Recommends clear and effective strategies for addressing issues and problems related to the Childhood Lead programs, grants, and functions. Supervision of professional staff supporting the assigned programs, grants, and initiatives of this program.

This position may be eligible to participate in the Department's pilot telework program, which offers eligible employees the opportunity to work remotely for up to two (2) days per week, as approved by management.
 

EDUCATION: A Doctorate from an accredited college or university in a discipline appropriate to the position.

EXPERIENCE: Four (4) years of experience in an area appropriate to the position.

NOTE: A Master's degree in a discipline appropriate to the position plus an additional two (2) years of experience as specified
above may be substituted for the Doctorate.

LICENSE: Appointee will be required to possess a driver's license valid in New Jersey only if the operation of a vehicle, rather then employee mobility is necessary to perform the essential duties of the position.