Director of Laboratories, DOH

Full Job Description

Are you a laboratory professional who knows how to use scientific results to improve the lives of Pennsylvanians?

Do you have the ability to strategically lead and manage within a public health laboratory environment?

The Department of Health (DOH) is seeking a Director of Laboratories to provide strong leadership, strategic vision, and operational excellence within the Commonwealth's public health laboratory.

This opportunity allows you to showcase your leadership, management, and laboratory science expertise.

If you are a team-oriented leader ready to ensure our public health laboratory and scientists make a vital impact on the future of the Commonwealth, then we encourage you to apply today!

Requirements

As a Director of Laboratories, DOH, you will serve as the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) director providing professional scientific and administrative direction while overseeing the Bureau of Laboratories staff, functions, and operations.

You will strategically lead the laboratory and oversee safety, quality assurance, fiscal management, personnel management, current testing portfolios, and expansion of testing.

You will also lead the internal planning and development of the new joint laboratory including the movement of the facility, continuation of work, fiscal impact, personnel impact, and workflow changes.

This role requires the ability to develop positive and constructive relationships to work closely with internal and external partners.

In addition, you will partner with public health laboratories nationwide, as well as across bureaus including the Bureau of Epidemiology, the Bureau of Emergency Preparedness and Response, and the Bureau of Community Health Systems to collaborate on solutions, enhance services, and actively guide future priorities.

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment, 37.5 hours per week
• Work hours are 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 60-minute lunch.

Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time, during inclement weather or office closures.

In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania.

If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Lionville, PA. The ability to telework is subject to change at any time.

Additional details may be provided during the interview.

• Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS

Special Requirements:

• You must meet the qualifications under the provisions of the federal Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendment (CLIA) for Laboratory Director (§493.1443) at the time of hire.
• You must meet the Qualifications of Director under 28 Pa. Code §5.21.88 and the Pennsylvania Clinical Laboratory Act at the time of hire.

Additional Requirements:

• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

How to Apply:

You must attach a transcript and resume to your application for review by the hiring manager.

However, the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position.

Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).

If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.

Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.

Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.

All application materials and interview responses must reflect the applicant’s own experience, qualifications, and work. Applicants may use generative AI tools for preparation purposes only.

Use of AI to misrepresent or falsify information, or to assist during interviews, is not permitted. Review the Guidance for Generative AI Tools & Job Seekers for additional information.

Veterans:

• Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. §7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on Veterans.

Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):

• 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).

If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce.

The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania.

The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law.

All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.