Job Summary This position is located in the Department of Health (DOH). DOH promotes health, wellness, and equity across the district, and protects the safety of residents, visitors, and those doing business in the nation's capital. DOH believes 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.
This position is located at the Department of Health, HIV/AIDS, Hepatitis, STD and TB administration (HAHSTA), Strategic Information Division (SID). The incumbent supervises several epidemiologists, program assistants, disease investigators, doctors, nurses and health analysts. The incumbent is responsible for the planning, directing, coordinating, and administering of the comprehensive disease surveillance and investigation programs which include Federal, state, and local functions.
Major Duties and Responsibilities Incumbents will develop and implement major programs and policies related to independent surveillance and investigation of infectious disease. Providing supervision and professional guidance to managers and coordinating staff by defining objectives and advising on the broader aspects of methods to be employed to reduce the risk and occurrence of negative health outcomes. Other additional duties include evaluating the function and overall operation of the Division to detect deficiencies and promote improvements to achieve desired results. Conducting epidemiological investigations and institutes actions to identify or prevent diseases in the community, investigating and assessing situational problems and risks associated with incidences of disease.
The incumbent is responsible for providing consultation and advice to other health programs, hospitals, and institutions where uncertainty exists as to the evaluation of disease from a public health standpoint. Managing the preparation and completion of grant applications for programs and projects related to epidemiology and disease surveillance. As well as evaluating and providing assessment of employee performance, develops employee training needs, and ensures training requirements are met.
Qualifications and Education This position requires one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level. Specialized experience is the experience that is directly related to the position which has equipped the individual with the knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position.
Preferred skills, experience: At least seven (7) years of progressively responsible professional experience in public health, healthcare administration, or a related field, including a minimum of five (5) years supervising program managers or senior-level staff within a healthcare or public health setting. Demonstrated executive leadership experience overseeing multiple programs simultaneously, including setting strategic direction, ensuring performance accountability, and aligning initiatives under a unified framework. Strong experience overseeing federally funded programs, including compliance monitoring, performance management, and reporting requirements. Experience working with clinical systems, hospitals, or healthcare partners and translating public health goals into operational healthcare environments.
Licenses and Certifications None required.
Working Conditions / Environment 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.
Other Significant Facts Employment Sponsorship: 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 currently. Agency Wide Consideration: Qualified individuals that submit applications for this vacancy may be considered for other current open vacancies for which they qualify within DC Health.
Tour of Duty: Monday - Friday 8:15am - 4:45pm
Area of Consideration: Open to the Public
Promotion Potential: No Known Promotion Potential
Duration of Appointment: MSS At-Will - This is a Management Supervisory Service (MSS) appointment. Persons appointed to MSS positions do not acquire permanent status, but serve at the pleasure of the appointing personnel authority and may be terminated at any time.
Pay Plan, Series and Grade: MS-685-14
Collective Bargaining Unit: This position is not covered under a Collective Bargaining Agreement
Position Designation: This position has been designated as
Security Sensitive. Pursuant to section 410 of Chapter 4 of the D.C. Personnel Regulations; in addition to the general suitability screening, individuals applying for or occupying security sensitive positions are subject to the following checks and tests:
- (a) Criminal background check;
- (b) Traffic record check (as applicable);
- (c) Consumer credit check (as applicable);
- (d) Reasonable suspicion drug and alcohol test; and
- (e) Post-accident or incident drug and alcohol test.
