CVRS Program Support - Coordinator 1

University of New Orleans; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

LSU New Orleans is seeking a CVRS Program Support - Coordinator 1 to handle incoming correspondence related to vital records and assist the public at the office. You will screen applications, verify identifications, route requests, and maintain LEERS records for timely processing.

Responsibilities include processing payments, updating records, handling mail, and providing accurate information about services and fees in compliance with state statutes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination with professional experience; required.
• Excellent analytical and organizational abilities with attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel).
• Experience in administrative/data entry within a health/office setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Review incoming correspondence and assess access to confidential vital records.
• Assist walk-in customers and route requests to the appropriate unit.
• Verify payments and process mail and electronic submissions.
• Maintain files and update LEERS data for vital records processing.
• Respond to public inquiries with information on services, fees and disclosure, per Louisiana statutes.

Skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Microsoft Office

Customer service

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Associate degree plus 3 years

6 years professional experience

Tools

LEERS System

Job description

## CVRS Program Support - Coordinator 1Applylocations: New Orleans, Latime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Yesterdayjob requisition id: R-002112Thank you for your interest in LSU New Orleans. Once you start the application process, you will not be able to save your work, so you should collect all required information before you begin. The required information is listed below in the job posting. You must complete all required portions of the application and attach the required documents in order to be considered for employment.**Department**OPH-Bureau of Vital Records and Statistics## ## **Job Summary**## ## **Job Description*** Reviews incoming correspondence for the Office of Public Health’s (OPH) Center for Vital Records and Statistics (CVRS) and applies an in-depth knowledge of Vital Statistics Laws as they relate to access to highly confidential records.* Assists walk in customers requesting vital records.* Screens all applications for proper identification to determine whether they have legal authority to obtain copies of requested documents. Routes to proper unit for further processing. Returns request with incomplete information or fees with explanation for the return.* Verifies checks or money orders for completeness and attaches to request for processing.* Maintain files on all certified and express mail received daily from couriers for all departments within Vital Records and Health Statistics.* Provides accurate information to the public and answers questions about services, fees and disclosure of vital records in compliance with Louisiana Statutes.* Completes reconciliation of all bank note used by staff at the Vital Records Central Office, Parish Health Units and Clerk of Courts.* Ensures voided documents are boxed and labeled for destruction per retention schedule.* Complete updates of vital records in the Louisiana Electronic Event Registration System (LEERS).* Assists with inventory, surplus, and supports the call center.* Answers high volume of incoming telephone calls received through the primary telephone line for BVRS.* Provides accurate information to the public and answers questions about services, fees and disclosure of vital records.* Routes callers to the appropriate Vital Records unit and/or other programs to respond to specific questions.* Accesses the LEERS System to search, investigate and check status of inquiries and complaints and documents ordered.* Appropriately assesses call priority and routes calls requiring escalation to appropriate division manager.* Transcribes, records and logs all messages received from customers verbally requesting information/instructions for informational packets.* Types, prints and affixes labels to envelopes for same day mailing of requested.* Creates cases in LEERS to aid in the processing of all mail orders.* Assists with folding complimentary birth certificates.* Provides training to new employees in the unit regarding proper and professional telephone etiquette.* Process incoming vital event data via paper and electronic submission.* Ensures paper submissions of birth, death, fetal death, marriage, and divorce data is complete and accurate.* Ensures acknowledgments of paternity for birth and fetal death certificate registrations are complete and accurate.* Reviews electronic records submitted for review for any discrepancies and clearly communicates with funeral homes, physicians, hospital staff, parish health units, and others regarding necessary steps needed to resolve discrepancies and complete registration.* Files processed paper records according to existing organizational systems.* Compiles basic information on incoming data collected for analysis.* Assists with the compilation of reports for use by program managers.* Issues, accepts and records marriage licenses,* Serves as liaison between State Registrar, officiants, Clerks of Court, judges, clergy and the general public.* Other tasks as assigned.**QUALIFICATIONS** **REQUIRED:*** Bachelor’s degree, or Associate’s degree plus 3 years of professional experience, or 6 years of professional work experience.* Excellent analytical and critical thinking skills; effective organizational and time management skills.* Great attention to detail and follow up.* Ability to manage projects, assignments, and competing priorities.* Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office, including but not limited to Outlook, Word, and Excel.**DESIRED:*** Advanced degree.* Minimum 1 year professional experience performing administrative functions within an office environment or health care field.* Minimum 1 year professional experience working within the LEERS System or a comparable vital records or data management system.* Minimum 1 year professional customer service experience.* Minimum 1 year professional experience performing data entry and record maintenance.SALARY: 29-39k**Required Attachments** Please upload the following documents in the Resume/Cover Letter section.* Detailed resume listing relevant qualifications and experience;* Cover Letter indicating why you are a good fit for the position and LSU New Orleans;* Names and contact information of three references; Applications that do not include the required uploaded documents may not be considered.## Posting Close DateThis position will remain open until filled. Note to Applicant: Applicants should fully describe their qualifications and experience with specific reference to each of the minimum and preferred qualifications in their cover letter. The search committee will use this information during the initial review of application materials.References will be contacted at the appropriate phase of the recruitment process.This position may require a criminal background check to be conducted on the candidate(s) selected for hire.