Data Modernization Initiative Manager

Oakland, CA | CAN036
Oakland, CA 94607, USA

Description

The California Emerging Infections Program (CEIP) is a program administered by Heluna Health. CEIP functions under a cooperative agreement with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and is a collaborative effort involving the California Department of Public Health (CDPH), the University of California, Berkeley, School of Public Health, and several local health departments.
Under general direction from Health Program Manager in the Oakland CEIP office, the DMI Manager will oversee the DMI project which has the goal to modernize CEIP’s data systems and pipelines.
Applicant

must

submit a resume

and

cover letter for consideration.
Job Function Summary:
Oversight of the development and implementation of CEIP’s data modernization initiative, including supervision Will oversee that work being implemented by CEIP, CDPH and CDC to optimize effective use of systems.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Work with CEIP staff, Clinical Informatics Specialists, and California Department of Public Health (CDPH), and other IT staff to oversee the contributions to the development, implementation, and maintenance of CEIP’s data modernization initiative.
Improve interoperability of CEIP data systems and integrating these solutions with CDPH and CDC for the infectious diseases that are a part of CEIP’s active surveillance systems.
Organize daily activities based on the goals for the data modernization.
Facilitate activities that support the data modernization’s objectives.
Work with CDPH branches as needed, to develop data modernization plans.
Evaluate and assess the CEIP’s data strengths and weaknesses to prepare periodic reports.
Monitor and oversee projects to ensure that data modernization goals are met.
Arrange meetings with stakeholders to discuss program status and goals.
JOB QUALIFICATIONS
Education/Experience
Master’s degree in computer science, informatics, public health, biostatistics, epidemiology, or epidemiology and biostatistics and / or equivalent combination of experience / training PLUS minimum of 1 year supervising data management group, OR 1 year working in public health is required
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Ability to schedule and manage tasks effectively.
High-level management and leadership skills.
Strong problem-resolution skills, with the ability to quickly diagnose problems, and develop, test, and implement appropriate and effective solutions in a timely manner.
Ability to work with senior staff and managers in clinical information technology, health care management, and business analytics, providing advice and counsel on issues of functionality, efficiency, cost-effectiveness, policy, and performance.
Strong ability to communicate complex information in a clear and concise manner both verbally and in writing.
Detail oriented, with proven ability to effectively manage time, see projects through to completion, organize competing priorities, and effectively address complex, urgent issues as they arise.
Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate productively, work in a team environment.
Strong ability to think creatively to recommend action steps or strategize solutions relative to public health surveillance, epidemiology, informatics, program evaluation, or research.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Stand Frequently
Walk Frequently
Sit Frequently
Handling / Fingering Occasionally
Reach Outward Occasionally
Reach Above Shoulder Occasionally
Climb, Crawl, Kneel, Bend Occasionally
Lift / Carry Occasionally - Up to 50 lbs
Push/Pull Occasionally - Up to 50 lbs
See Constantly
Taste/ Smell Not Applicable
KEY
Not Applicable

Not required for essential functions
Occasionally

(0 - 2 hrs/day)
Frequently

(2 - 5 hrs/day)
Constantly

(5+ hrs/day)
WORK ENVIRONMENT
*Applicant

must

submit a resume and cover letter for consideration.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

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