Training Coordinator

Overview

Training Coordinator position (Posting #18881) within the Dept of State Health Services, Emergency Preparedness. Grade and salary details are included in the posting, with a typical monthly pay range. This role is not eligible for telework and involves coordinating training initiatives related to public health laboratory preparedness and response.

• Under the direction of the Laboratory Emergency Preparedness Branch Manager, plan, develop, and implement agency public health preparedness and response initiatives.
• Create systems, mechanisms, procedures, feedback loops, and tools to coordinate state, regional, and local public health laboratory preparedness and response planning; align with the Texas Laboratory Response Network (TxLRN) and CDC LRN sentinel and Level III laboratories.
• Coordinate training efforts for Biothreat (BT) and Chemical Threat (CT) Teams; market training programs to community and professional groups; prepare reports and presentations.
• Interact with law enforcement to identify laboratory preparedness needs and provide information to submit BT/CT samples to TxLRN laboratories.
• Develop, implement, and critique TxLRN member training for LRN facilities; represent DSHS training initiatives through collaboration with NLTN and APHL.
• Assist with development and administration of training opportunities; work with staff to host one training event annually; serve as a liaison to safety and other offices to promote a safe workplace.
• Perform duties with minimal supervision and apply professional judgment; perform other duties as assigned.

• Attend work regularly and on a predictable schedule; fulfill assigned duties in accordance with agency policy.
• Act as the Laboratory COOP coordinator: manage and revise the Laboratory’s COOP plan, coordinate amendments to relevant annexes, and prepare progress reports and briefings using standard office tools.
• Attend 90% of scheduled teleconferences; develop training opportunities for the Austin DSHS laboratory and host at least one training event per year.
• Provide technical assistance to regions and local health departments; engage with state, federal, regional, and local authorities; maintain relationships with emergency responders and law enforcement.
• Coordinate development of an integrated response plan across public health, hospital-based, food, veterinary, and environmental laboratories; assist with MOAs/MOUs between Texas LRNs and other jurisdictions.
• Represent the laboratory on external committees; develop assessment and evaluation tools for laboratory training.

• Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Doctoral degree in Biology, Microbiology, Molecular Biology, or Clinical Laboratory Sciences.
• Ability to work hours outside the normal schedule in emergencies; experience developing laboratory-related policies and reports.
• Preferred experience in emergency response activities and in laboratory training techniques.

• Must possess a valid Class C Texas driver’s license or equivalent license from another state; drive state vehicles if required. Driving record checks will be conducted by the Department of Public Safety.

• Knowledge of microbiology, including bacteriology and virology related to disease transmission; knowledge of laboratory training techniques and the State of Texas Emergency Response Plan.
• Knowledge of COOP, CQI/TQM principles, grant writing, and relevant laws/regulations; proficiency in word processing, databases, spreadsheets, and graphic presentation software.
• Strong data analysis, policy development, reporting, and communication skills; ability to present complex information to diverse audiences and to organize large interdisciplinary meetings.

• Active Duty, Military, Reservists, Guardsmen, and Veterans are encouraged to apply; see the Texas State Auditor’s Military Crosswalk for more information.
• ADA Accommodations:
  Reasonable accommodation available during the hiring process; contact the appropriate office for assistance.
• Salary information and pre-employment checks:
  Offers follow starting salary guidelines; background checks may be required; E-Verify used; bring I-9 documents on first day.

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