Position Summary The Data Senior Specialist, Newborn Screening Technical assistance and Evaluation Program is responsible for data related activities pertaining to the Newborn Screening Technical assistance and Evaluation Program (NewSTEPs). NewSTEPs is a national newborn screening project designed to provide data, technical assistance, and training to newborn screening programs across the country and assist states with quality improvement initiatives. The Data Senior Specialist will provide technical assistance and support, facilitate data collection efforts and database administration, ensure security and confidentiality of the NewSTEPs data repository, develop reports, perform data analysis and interact with state newborn screening programs and newborn screening laboratory information management system vendors. The Data Senior Specialist, Newborn Screening Technical assistance and Evaluation Program reports to the Data Manager, NewSTEPs. Duties & Responsibilities Database Administration and Maintenance Facilitates database administration, security and maintenance of the NewSTEPs data repository in conjunction with the NewSTEPs data repository vendor and NewSTEPs Manager. Supports database users with their user accounts and responds to user inquiries about access and user roles, passwords. Supports the NewSTEPs Manager to identify and monitor the needs of state newborn screening programs and stakeholders and prioritize requested data repository changes. Works with NewSTEPs data repository vendor to coordinate software updates and changes; reviews and tests each new release.   Health Information Technology   Works with Laboratory information management systems (LIMS) and follow-up data systems within health departments and information management system vendors to design automated tools and SQL queries for the extraction of data, transformation of data and necessary calculations to generate national newborn screening data. Utilizes the automated tools and queries to populate the NewSTEPs data repository data import files. Supports newborn screening programs with data transfers/ data entry into the NewSTEPs data repository. Assists with a monitoring and tracking system to capture challenges and barriers to data collection, as well as solutions. Supports state NBS programs in identifying information technology tools and resources to enhance work flows and other technical issues to improve quality e.g., use of guidelines for electronic messaging for reporting NBS results in a timely manner. Participates in the NBS Health Information Technology (HIT) workgroup and HIT User groups.     Data Visualization and Data Sharing/Utilization Utilizes Tableau software or similar visualization tools to develop dashboards, improve existing dashboards, manage users, embed dashboards to websites, etc. Performs data queries to support the NewSTEPs Data Review Workgroup to respond to requests for information by NBS programs, public health partners and stakeholders pertaining to the data repository system. Supports NewSTEPs data team with quality improvement projects and data-driven outcome assessments as they relate to newborn screening. Data Analysis and Report Writing Assesses the quality of data through data cleaning and analysis, user feedback, and input from key stakeholders. Summarizes data, identifies trends, and produces reports for newborn screening programs, including descriptive statistics, and performance measures at the state, regional and national level as they relate to quality improvement Supports team members in preparing data related sections of annual, committee and cooperative agreement reports.   Team Collaboration and Administrative Support   Provides assistance in administrative and organizational support for various workgroups as needed. Participates in and/or presents at relevant national meetings to showcase NewSTEPs activities and further strengthen relationships with relevant federal, state and other key partners. Employment Standards- Education and Experience This position requires a responsive, committed individual who recognizes the impact of the work on the organization as a whole.   The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Master’s degree preferred in Computer Science, statistics, health informatics, mathematics with a minimum of 2 years’ experience or related area or Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, statistics, health informatics, mathematics or related area with 4-5 years’ experience. Required skills: 2-3 years of hands on experience with SQL, statistical software packages, database management, working in a Windows operating system and programming in excel. Desired skills: knowledge of ORACLE, MS SQL, postgreSQL, laboratory or clinical information management systems, Tableau Software or R. Demonstrated excellent interpersonal, written and oral communication and organizational skills. Ability to be highly organized. Team Player with a positive attitude! Keen sense of confidentiality. Capable of working under deadlines. Work Environment Work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee could be exposed to outdoor weather conditions prevalent at the time. The noise level in the work environment may vary from light to moderate depending on the location. Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by a colleague to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the colleague is required to sit for long periods at a time; type using a computer keyboard; visually read information off of a computer monitor; talk, hear, and orally communicate information over the telephone. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision and color vision and the ability to adjust focus. Criteria for Evaluation Performance evaluation will be based on the abilities in meeting the criteria outlined herein. Reports To Data Manager, NewSTEPs Position Description Status The duties and responsibilities listed in this job description are illustrative ones anticipated for this position. Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned as required. Association of Public Health Laboratories (APHL) reserves the right to amend or change this job description to meet the needs of its programs. This job description and any attachments do not constitute or represent a contract. Association of Public Health Laboratories is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Telamon Corporation is seeking a Deputy Executive Director to oversee the operations of our Workforce and Career Services line of business. Within this line of business, Telamon operates a variety of Department of Labor programs including the National Farmworker Jobs Program, WIOA Youth Services, Homeless Veterans Reintegration Program and other community based programming. This position will lead all aspects of this line of business for the corporation, overseeing operations, participating with the corporate leadership team in strategic planning, ensuring sound financial and management practices, interacting with the Governing Board and directly supervising Directors. The Deputy Executive Director will be expected to: Analyze operations to evaluate performance of assigned line of business (LOB) and staffs to determine areas of potential improvement, growth, and necessary policy or structural change to meet corporate objectives. Direct, plan and implement policies, objectives, or activities by LOB to ensure continuing operations, to maximize return on investment and increase productivity/efficiency. Confer with organization and LOB leaders to discuss issues, coordinate activities or resolve problems impacting departments and the greater organization. Review reports or requests by LOB leaders to recommend approval or suggest changes for improvement and implementation. Research, interpret and explain policies, rules, regulations or laws to promote or support interests of the corporation, its employees, customers and other interested parties. Foster and promote positive business relationships with funding sources and community partners. Contribute to improved morale and employee engagement by serving as a role model, mentor, coach and motivator to all members of assigned LOB and the greater organization. Contribute unique ideas and perspectives to process and systems improvement and thus impact the organization and its contributions to the greater good of our communities. Assumes assigned duties in the absence of the Executive Director. Signs and executes official documents as designated. Serves as staff liaison to assigned Governing Board Committees. Represents the Executive Director and the Corporation at official functions and meetings as required. Prepare for and present information as industry leader at community meetings or industry conferences. May oversee operations in the absence of LOB Leader. This position directly supervises others. This may include participation in the recruitment/selection process for new hires, employee training, onboarding, conducting performance coaching/evaluation, compensation administration, delegation of duties and conflict resolution. Promotes an environment of teamwork and cooperation and is accessible to employees. Qualifications: A Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration or a related field of Social Science is required. Ongoing professional development in technical, administrative and management topics. Minimum of ten years of experience in a senior management position, to include supervision, with community, social service, education or employment programs. Must have own transportation, a valid driver’s license, and vehicle insurance. Skills and Abilities: Microsoft Office products and on-line client management systems Sustained concentration and ability to handle multiple tasks, often simultaneously. Ability to work independently and maintain professional boundaries and confidentiality. Ability to interpret complex policies and regulations. Ability to exercise tact and discretion in all employee and customer interactions. Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action. Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems. The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing. Bringing others together and trying to reconcile differences. The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences. The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand. The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense. To apply, please visit our website at www.telamon.org  and click on "jobs" to submit an online employment application.

DIVISION MANAGER – NETWORK SERVICES Salary:  $ 9,252.53 - $12,630.80 Monthly Application Filing deadline:  March 16, 2018 The County of Monterey Information Technology Department ( ITD), Network Services Division seeks a Division Manager to lead technical projects and activities for the County's voice, data, video, radio, microwave, and broadband infrastructure. This position is a key member of ITD's senior management team, overseeing services and operations being performed by approximately 22 full-time staff members, and will be instrumental in driving both organization and technology transformational change to provide state-of-the-art technology solutions that support our customers' needs today and in the future. The ideal candidate is a seasoned IT professional with strong customer service experience that has worked in a highly diversified and complex technology environment. In addition, the ideal candidate will possess a strong technical background and experience that includes internal standalone systems, virtual environments, and Software as a service (SaaS) / Infrastructure as a service (IaaS) providers.  ITD's network team is tasked to architect, engineer, operate, and maintain a secure, reliable, and scalable County network, and to offer a unified Internet Protocol (IP) foundation on which emerging applications can be based upon. The team is responsible for providing network services to approximately 85 sites, including County departments and public safety agencies. A major network redesign and refresh is underway in order to build a next generation network utilizing state-of-the-art technologies such as Palo Alto Networks, Cisco Application Centric Infrastructure, Cisco iWAN, and Multiprotocol Label Switching (MPLS). For more information regarding this opportunity including requirements, benefits, and information on how to apply online go to:  https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/montereycounty  EOE

The Organization Founded in Portland, Oregon, in 1993, Friends of the Children uses a bold, proven, and replicable model to accelerate change and break the cycle of generational poverty. Friends of the Children-Seattle is a chapter of a national network of fifteen sites throughout the United States and England. A pair of friends who were retiring from Microsoft were impressed by Friends of the Children’s use of data and the profound impact of using professional mentors (called Friends) to support youth facing the highest risks of school dropout, involvement in the juvenile justice system, and early parenthood. In 2000, they founded Friends of the Children-Seattle (Friends-Seattle) , which is leading the movement and is serving as a model for other organizations across the country. Friends-Seattle identifies kindergarten children in Seattle Public Schools who face the greatest challenges and connects them with salaried, full-time, professional mentors for 12½ years. No matter what.   The Opportunity As they enter their next phase of growth, Friends-Seattle seeks a dynamic Executive Director (ED) who is driven by a passion to break the cycle of generational poverty by supporting the youth who are the most vulnerable at the most at risk. The new ED will lead the organization as Friends-Seattle is on track to double the number of youth it serves by 2020. The ideal candidate will be an entrepreneurial, collaborative leader who has the ability to inspire a team to be agile and creative and surpass ambitious goals. She or he will have the experience successfully leading a staff and organization through a period of rapid change and growth. Leading with an attitude of unwavering positivity, the new ED will have a cultural sensitivity and the emotional IQ to engage and mobilize the Board, staff, and stakeholders from a variety of background and cultures. To read more about Friends of the Children’s organizational priorities, the characteristics of the ideal candidate, minimum qualifications and how to apply, please view the full profile here . To Be Considered Friends of the Children is committed to our community, to equal employment opportunity, and to diversity in our workplace. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply. Cover letters expressing your passion for the mission and fit for the role should be addressed to Mikkell Jackson Roeland. Please submit your cover letter and resume to the Waldron candidate portal no later than March 2nd, 2018.