Program Manager

We are excited in your interest to join DC Health (The District of Columbia Department of Health), a nationally accredited public health department ((Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).) Where our Vision is for Washington, D.C. to be the healthiest city in America. We believe that all people - no matter their race, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, education level, age, language, religion, ability, or geographic location - should have the opportunity to live healthy lives.

DC Health is focused on providing the essential public health services (10 Essential Public Health Services) necessary to protect and promote the health of all people in all communities and remove systemic and structural barriers that have resulted in health inequities through the Core Competencies for Public Health Professionals (PH Core Competencies.).

Bring your professional career to Washington, D.C., the most dynamic and diverse city in the country. Join us as you are appreciated, developed, and rewarded and play a vital role in DC Health achieving our Strategic Priorities and Values:

• Promote a culture of health and wellness
• Servant Leadership and Teamwork
• Address the social determinants of health
• Transparency, Integrity and Accountability
• Strengthen public-private partnerships
• Strategic Thinking, Creativity and Innovation
• Close the chasm between clinical medicine and public health
• Health Equity applied to all that we do
• Implement data driven and outcome-oriented approaches to program and policy development
• Know our brand and be informed ambassadors

This position is located in the District of Columbia Government (District), DC Health (DOH), Center for Policy, Planning and Evaluation, Vital Records Division. This is a senior level position where the incumbent works under the general directive of the Vital Records State Registrar and oversees all aspects of the registration of the vital events and compliance and enforcement of the D.C. Vital Records Law.

Advanced knowledge of the Vital Records Modernization Amendment Act of 2018 (D.C. Law Title 7 Chapter 2A) is highly desirable.

• Plans, organizes, and supervises the operation of a program(s) and its activities in accordance with the mission and goals of an agency; develop new programs to support the strategic direction of the agency; advises and consults with administration/division managers: meets with appropriate staff to identify and resolve problems or conflicts; makes or recommends final decisions regarding policy, operations, and administrative procedures of the program.
• Establishes and manages long-and short-term program goals; develops, analyzes, and evaluates new or modified program/management policies, regulations, goals, or objectives.
• Develops and analyzes program reports; directs the preparation of monthly and annual reports; directs the gathering and analysis of information and reports necessary to document and evaluate processes.
• Directs the work of, and monitors subordinates to improve performance; evaluates and advises on organization, methods, and procedures.

Individuals must possess at least one (1) year of specialized experience that is equivalent to at least the next lower grade (14) level in the normal line of progression for the occupation in the organization. Specialized experience is defined as experience that is typically in or related to the work of the position to be filled, and has equipped you with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position.

Bachelor’s degree in public administration, public policy, healthcare administration, or public health is required. Master’s degree in the relevant field is desired.

None required.

The incumbent must be able to carry out official duties in a variety of settings and conditions. Routine work will occur primarily in an office setting.

Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa…