location_onWashington, USA
watch_later Posted: Jan 29, 2025
Job Description
Description
Join the Department of Health’s Office of Immunization as a Senior Health Services Consultant in the Vaccine Management Section. This critical role ensures Washington’s children have timely access to viable vaccines by supporting the Childhood Vaccine Program through accountability, quality assurance, and infrastructure development activities.
You will provide expert consultation and training on vaccine accountability, returns/wastage, inventory management, develop policies and procedures, contribute to quality improvement initiatives and lead communication efforts with providers and stakeholders. Additionally, you will provide technical assistance to providers using the Washington State Immunization Information System.
Key Responsibilities Include
We prioritize work-life balance and offer a primarily remote work environment, complemented by occasional opportunities for in-person collaboration. Any required in-office work or event attendance will be scheduled in advance to ensure convenience. This position is fully remote and open to applicants residing anywhere in Washington State, as well as those living near the Oregon/Washington or Idaho/Washington borders.
Required Qualifications
Experience may have been gained through paid or unpaid activities. Please ensure any relevant experience defined below is outlined in your cover letter, resume, and/or applicant profile.
Option 1: Six (6) years of professional management or consultative experience in a health services program, which includes providing education, consultation, and technical support to health care providers, public health staff, or other professional staff; and demonstrated experience conducting training and creating materials.
Option 2: Bachelor’s degree or higher in Public Health, Health Care Administration, Public/Business Administration, or a related field; AND two (2) years of professional management or consultative experience in a health services program, which includes providing education, consultation, and technical support to health care providers, public health staff, or other professional staff; and demonstrated experience conducting training and creating materials.
Preferred/Desired Qualifications
We prioritize your work-life balance and offer one of the most competitive benefits packages nationwide, tailored to support your lifestyle. Discover more about "Why DOH" by visiting Work@Health .
We are the Washington State Department of Health (DOH)
At DOH, we safeguard public health in an ever-evolving world. Through collaboration with local health jurisdictions and state, federal, and private partners, our programs, and services impact every Washingtonian and visitor daily. We're driven by Equity, Innovation, and Engagement, as outlined in our Transformational Plan for the future of Washington health.
Conditions Of Employment
This position is covered by a bargaining unit for which the Washington Federation of State Employees (WFSE).
I am prepared, with or without accommodation, to do the following:
To apply, click "Apply" and complete the application. Attach your resume, and cover letter. In your Applicant Profile, include at least three professional references (including a supervisor, a peer, and someone you’ve supervised or led, if applicable). Please do not include private information such as social security number or year of birth.
Make sure to document your years of experience, skills, and abilities as listed in the qualifications section of this job posting.
Attach Only The Following
Do not include or attach the following – these documents will not be reviewed:
DOH is an equal-opportunity employer. We prohibit discrimination based on race/ethnicity/color, creed, sex, pregnancy, age, religion, national origin, marital status, the presence or perception of a disability, veteran’s status, military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender expression, or gender identity.
Questions and Accommodations: If you have questions, need accommodation in the application or selection process, or need information in an alternative format, contact Zach Covington at . For general DOH recruitment questions, email the Talent Acquisition Team at . Deaf or hard of hearing contact Washington Relay Service at 7-1-1; individuals outside of Washington State contact Washington Relay Service at 1-800-833-6874.
Technical Support: Reach out to NEOGOV directly at 1-855-524-5627 for technical support and login issues.
SUBSCRIBE to DOH Job Alerts
Supplemental Information
This recruitment may be used to fill positions of the same job classification across the agency. Once all the position(s) from the recruitment are filled, the candidate pool may be used to fill additional open positions for the next sixty (60) days.
Only applicants who follow the directions and complete the Application Process in full will have their responses reviewed for consideration.
Experience and education selected, listed, or detailed in the Supplemental Questions must be verifiable on the submitted applicant profile.
Join the Department of Health’s Office of Immunization as a Senior Health Services Consultant in the Vaccine Management Section. This critical role ensures Washington’s children have timely access to viable vaccines by supporting the Childhood Vaccine Program through accountability, quality assurance, and infrastructure development activities.
You will provide expert consultation and training on vaccine accountability, returns/wastage, inventory management, develop policies and procedures, contribute to quality improvement initiatives and lead communication efforts with providers and stakeholders. Additionally, you will provide technical assistance to providers using the Washington State Immunization Information System.
Key Responsibilities Include
- Vaccine Accountability and Quality Assurance: Provide expert consultation, training, and support on vaccine accountability, returns/wastage, and inventory management. Conduct assessments of provider offices to ensure compliance and respond to public inquiries on vaccine management.
- Infrastructure Support for Program Providers: Develop and deliver in-person and online training on vaccine management and the Immunization Information System (IIS).Support tools, policies, and procedures for vaccine ordering and quality assurance.
- Business Processes and Communication Development: Create and implement vaccine management policies and procedures. Develop and distribute communication materials, including web updates and newsletters. Collaborate with vaccine manufacturers and stakeholders.
- Future Planning and Quality Improvement: Evaluate technical assistance efforts and track project goals using data analysis. Lead customer satisfaction initiatives and support emergency response activities.
- Impactful Work: Make a meaningful difference in the lives of Washington’s children by ensuring access to lifesaving vaccines and reducing the burden of vaccine-preventable diseases.
- Collaborative Environment: Work alongside passionate public health professionals and stakeholders, fostering partnerships that drive impactful outcomes.
- Growth Opportunities: Enhance your skills through professional development opportunities, engage in cutting-edge public health practices, and take on leadership roles within a dynamic team.
- Work-Life Balance: We value our employees and prioritize a supportive work environment that allows you to thrive professionally while maintaining a fulfilling personal life.
We prioritize work-life balance and offer a primarily remote work environment, complemented by occasional opportunities for in-person collaboration. Any required in-office work or event attendance will be scheduled in advance to ensure convenience. This position is fully remote and open to applicants residing anywhere in Washington State, as well as those living near the Oregon/Washington or Idaho/Washington borders.
Required Qualifications
Experience may have been gained through paid or unpaid activities. Please ensure any relevant experience defined below is outlined in your cover letter, resume, and/or applicant profile.
Option 1: Six (6) years of professional management or consultative experience in a health services program, which includes providing education, consultation, and technical support to health care providers, public health staff, or other professional staff; and demonstrated experience conducting training and creating materials.
Option 2: Bachelor’s degree or higher in Public Health, Health Care Administration, Public/Business Administration, or a related field; AND two (2) years of professional management or consultative experience in a health services program, which includes providing education, consultation, and technical support to health care providers, public health staff, or other professional staff; and demonstrated experience conducting training and creating materials.
Preferred/Desired Qualifications
- Master’s degree in public health, social and behavioral science, public administration, health communication, health education or promotion, or closely allied field.
- One (1) year of professional experience working in a state or local immunization public health program.
- One (1) year of professional experience developing and implementing quality assurance strategies.
We prioritize your work-life balance and offer one of the most competitive benefits packages nationwide, tailored to support your lifestyle. Discover more about "Why DOH" by visiting Work@Health .
We are the Washington State Department of Health (DOH)
At DOH, we safeguard public health in an ever-evolving world. Through collaboration with local health jurisdictions and state, federal, and private partners, our programs, and services impact every Washingtonian and visitor daily. We're driven by Equity, Innovation, and Engagement, as outlined in our Transformational Plan for the future of Washington health.
Conditions Of Employment
This position is covered by a bargaining unit for which the Washington Federation of State Employees (WFSE).
I am prepared, with or without accommodation, to do the following:
- Commit to a full-time 40-hour workweek schedule (flexible work schedule requests must be approved by the supervisor and, if approved, reviewed periodically).
- Communicate through applications such as MS Teams and MS Outlook, and by phone while working remotely.
- Adjust my work schedule occasionally to align with business needs, which may entail working evenings and weekends.
- Perform my job duties either remotely from home or in person, on a drop-in basis, at the designated DOH site location.
- Occasional travel may be necessary, sometimes requiring overnight stays or trips out of state.
- Legally drive a vehicle or arrange alternative transportation for state business.
- Engage in emergency response exercises and high-priority assignments as assigned during emergency events.
To apply, click "Apply" and complete the application. Attach your resume, and cover letter. In your Applicant Profile, include at least three professional references (including a supervisor, a peer, and someone you’ve supervised or led, if applicable). Please do not include private information such as social security number or year of birth.
Make sure to document your years of experience, skills, and abilities as listed in the qualifications section of this job posting.
Attach Only The Following
- Resume
- Cover letter
- 3 or more professional references, if not included in your applicant profile
- DD-214 (if applicable)
Do not include or attach the following – these documents will not be reviewed:
- REMOVE personal photos – do not submit any documents containing personal photos.
- Transcripts (unless specifically requested in the Application Directions)
- Certifications or diplomas
- Projects or portfolios
- Letters of recommendation
DOH is an equal-opportunity employer. We prohibit discrimination based on race/ethnicity/color, creed, sex, pregnancy, age, religion, national origin, marital status, the presence or perception of a disability, veteran’s status, military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender expression, or gender identity.
Questions and Accommodations: If you have questions, need accommodation in the application or selection process, or need information in an alternative format, contact Zach Covington at . For general DOH recruitment questions, email the Talent Acquisition Team at . Deaf or hard of hearing contact Washington Relay Service at 7-1-1; individuals outside of Washington State contact Washington Relay Service at 1-800-833-6874.
Technical Support: Reach out to NEOGOV directly at 1-855-524-5627 for technical support and login issues.
SUBSCRIBE to DOH Job Alerts
Supplemental Information
This recruitment may be used to fill positions of the same job classification across the agency. Once all the position(s) from the recruitment are filled, the candidate pool may be used to fill additional open positions for the next sixty (60) days.
Only applicants who follow the directions and complete the Application Process in full will have their responses reviewed for consideration.
Experience and education selected, listed, or detailed in the Supplemental Questions must be verifiable on the submitted applicant profile.
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