Rabies Prevention Team Lead - 61008092

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Under general supervision, this position directs, supervises and trains rabies program team members.

The successful candidate will also perform animal bite investigations and evaluate staff performance for the Rabies Prevention Program.

The candidate will possess adequate knowledge and understanding of the Rabies Prevention Program and participate with rabies on-call responsibilities.

Direct and supervise staff of the Midlands Rabies Prevention Program.

Support management in planning, monitoring, scheduling, and auditing staff performance, accuracy, workload distribution, and program needs.

Complete Employee Performance and Management System documents and other administrative requirements in a timely manner.

Completes all necessary administrative tasks and documentation as required and requested to include fulfilling Freedom of Information requests.

Conducts animal bite investigations in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures and enforcement requirements per the Rabies Control Act.

Submit detailed, factual, and complete investigation reports in a timely manner as outlined in the rabies Standard Operating Procedures for the agency.

Develops advanced knowledge and understanding of the Rabies Program. In coordination with external and internal stakeholders, submits prepared specimens to Public Health Laboratory for rabies testing.

Provides training of these functions to staff. Assist in the coordination and promotion of rabies low-cost vaccine clinics and educational outreach events.

Assists with conducting outreach as required when rabies positive cases have been identified.

Provides technical assistance and proper documentation of investigations/activities; subject to twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week on-call and call back duties on a rotational basis.

Performs other duties as assigned, which include, but is not limited to attending periodic staff meetings and training.

Requirements

State Minimum Requirements: A high school diploma and experience in environmental health programs or radiological health.

A bachelor's degree in the natural or physical sciences, mathematics, public health, engineering or a related technical field may be substituted for the required work experience.

Institutions of Higher Learning must be recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation.

Agency Additional Requirements: You must have a valid state driver's license and ability to operate personal and state-owned vehicles.

General knowledge of functions and interdependence of the public health laws, sanitation principles and practices. Must be capable of dealing effectively with the public and regulated community.

Ability to access non-traditional work environments. Able to lift up to 50 pounds on occasion, if needed. Able and willing to work in all weather conditions.

Overnight travel, weekend, after hours, and holiday work may be required on occasion. Subject to 24/7 on-call or call back service per local rotation.

Must be a self-starter with the ability to take the initiative with limited supervision. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, both verbally and in writing.

Proficient in the Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Outlook, Teams, Word), with the ability to learn new technological programs.

**Any equivalent combination of education and/or experience that demonstrates the required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered in meeting the minimum qualifications, subject to approval by the DPH Chief Human Resources Officer, or their delegate.**

Applicants indicating college credit or degree(s) on the application may upload an unofficial copy of the transcript as an attachment to the application. Please note that the agency will require an official, certified copy of the transcript or diploma prior to hiring.

Qualifications

Additional Information

EEO: The Department of Public Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions including, but not limited, to lactation), national origin, age (40 or older), disability, or genetic information.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION: Applicants needing accommodation for medical reasons or a sincerely held religious belief may submit a request for accommodation. A reasonable accommodation may be granted if it doesn't impose an undue hardship or pose a direct threat to the health and safety of others.

STATE DISASTER PLAN: In accordance with the State's Disaster Plan, which includes hazardous weather, Department of Public Health employees may be required to work in times of an emergency or disaster.

DRIVING RECORD: If this position requires the applicant to possess a valid driver's license to operate a state vehicle or personal vehicle, any applicant being considered in the final stages of selection for the position will be required to provide a certified copy of a 10-year driving record.

The South Carolina Department of Public Health offers an exceptional benefits package for FTE positions that includes:

• 15 days Annual (Vacation) Leave per year
• 15 days Sick Leave per year
• 13 Paid Holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• Health, dental, vision, long-term disability, and life insurance for employees, spouse, and children. Click here for additional information.
• S.C. Deferred Compensation Program available (S.C. Deferred Compensation)
• Retirement benefit choices *
  • State Retirement Plan (SCRS)
  • State Optional Retirement Program (State ORP)

*Enrollment in one of the listed plans is required for all FTE employees; please refer to the contribution section of hyperlinked retirement sites for the current contribution rate of gross pay.

HYBRID WORK: The option to work partially remote or adjusted work hours may be available after 12 months of employment for approved positions.