Public Health Program Specialist - Senior

DRT Strategies, Inc.Silver Spring, MD, US

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Job Description

Overview

DRT Strategies delivers expert management consulting and information technology (IT) solutions to large federal agencies, the U.S. Navy, state and local government and commercial clients in health care, technology, and financial services industries.

The three letters of our name, DRT, stand for Driving Resolution Together, which is the core philosophy on which the company was founded. That is, we collaborate with our clients to solve their most pressing challenges - together.

We are problem solvers dedicated to your success, combining Fortune 500 experience with small business responsiveness. We have established a reputation with our clients as a forward-thinking consulting firm with demonstrated success in implementing solutions that lead to meaningful results. Our world-class consultants unite people to work collaboratively to achieve project goals and make vision a reality.

Project Description :

The Office of the Commissioner (OC) oversees the efficient and effective implementation of FDA's mission, supported by Super Offices and administrative units. The Office of the Executive Secretariat (OES) requires Support Services from Correspondence Analysts, Public Health Program Specialists, and Management and Program Analysts to support OC's operational excellence. The project objective is to provide professional and program support services to the Office of the Commissioner (OC) that strengthen the Food and Drug Administration's (FDA) ability to manage correspondence, oversight activities, tasking, and acquisition needs.

Job Summary :

The Public Health Program Specialist monitors and evaluates various information sources from a public health perspective, prepares analytical materials and briefing documents for FDA leadership, and coordinates between FDA components on policy development and decisions. The Specialist determines requestor authority for sensitive information considering public health disclosure implications, identifies privacy concerns under FOIA requirements, and prepares background materials on agency programs for stakeholder meetings and briefings.

Responsibilities :

Serve as a liaison, managing external stakeholder correspondence, coordinating briefings, partnering with Office of Policy, Legislation, and International Affairs to manage oversight inquiries from HHS, Congress, GAO, OIG, and others.
Perform and / or integrates highly complex professional services in several operational, functional, or organizational areas.
Design and conducts studies, analyses, research; provide expert professional and consulting services; and prepare presentations and recommendations.
Provide expert guidance on precedent-setting oversight issues, recommending involvement of OCC or others.
Participate in pre-hearing meetings for congressional hearings to ensure consistent messaging.
Initiate meetings / teleconferences for unified positions on complex issues.
Guide staff on procedures and policies affecting health outcomes.
Assess emerging mission issues and advise on trends and program responses.
Apply knowledge of public health statutes and stakeholder engagement.
Manage interactions with FDA, HHS, other agencies, and stakeholders.
Analyze and improve processes for public health outcomes.
Lead process reviews, recommending evidence-based changes.
Facilitate consensus and implementation plans for initiatives.
Support any other activities and tasks as directed by Portfolio Manager.

Require Experience :

Minimum of 7 years of demonstrated experience in a health care organization, public health agency or community program performing administrative or program management duties.

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills and attention to detail.

Ability to work independently and collaboratively with diverse stakeholders.

Must be able to multitask efficiently and effectively.

Must have or be able to obtain a Public Trust.

Knowledge of public health regulations and standards.

Preferred Experience :

Previous experience working with or for Federal Agencies

Knowledge of a specialized public health program.

Proficiency in data analysis and statistical software.

Ability to analyze and interpret health data.

Education & Training :

Possession of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with a major in Health Care Administration, Public Health, Health Education, Social Welfare or a closely related field.

Salary Range :

$125,000-$137,000 / yr

Salary commensurate with experience.

DRT Strategies, Inc. (DRT) follows the guidelines outlined by the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) to provide all employees and qualified applicants employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related conditions, transgender status, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under federal, state, or local law.

Reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities will be provided. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and / or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Human Resources by emailing HR@drtstrategies.com, or by dialing 571-482-2517.

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