GHBS Project Coordinator

Public Health, Department of; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 62,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of Georgia seeks a GHBS Project Coordinator within the Department of Public Health to oversee HIV Behavioral Surveillance projects, coordinate staff, and manage data and reporting processes. You will liaison with CDC, support regulatory activities, supervise team members, and ensure security and compliance while delivering program improvements and community health impact.

This role offers a robust benefits package and opportunities for professional growth within a large state

Qualifications

• High school diploma/GED required with 10+ years of relevant professional experience or an equivalent mix of knowledge, education and training.

Responsibilities

• Provide overall project management and coordination for program operations.
• Oversee monitoring, data management, reporting and quality improvement activities.
• Coordinate staff access, operational systems, and daily project reporting requirements.
• Coordinate HIV testing logistics, laboratory processes, and linkage-to-care procedures.
• Supervise and support project staff through hiring, training, scheduling, and performance evaluations.
• Serve as primary liaison with CDC and participate in project-related calls and site visits.
• Assist with administrative and regulatory activities, including contracts, IRB functions, and cooperative agreement reporting.
• Provide backup support for field supervision and data management functions.
• Ensure compliance with HIV data security, confidentiality, testing, and incident reporting procedures.

Skills

HIV surveillance

Independent work

Effective communication

Diversity awareness

Education

High school diploma/GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Explore a World of Opportunity with the State of Georgia! We are the force that drives Georgia! Georgia State Government is a large enterprise, composed of various agencies and entities with a common goal to improve the lives of Georgia's more than 10 million citizens! Join Team Georgia and impact lives everyday while receiving a robust benefits package designed for every stage of your career!

Job Title: GHBS Project Coordinator

Agency: Department of Public Health

Job Requisition ID: JR0000007515

Shift: Day (United States of America)

Compensation Details: PAY GRADE: N SALARY: $62,331.12-$81,955.29

Job Description: Click HERE for Video Who We Are. We protect lives. The Georgia Department of Public Health (DPH) is the lead agency entrusted by the people of Georgia to protect lives and promote healthy lifestyles in communities throughout the state. We are committed to preventing disease, injury, and disability; promoting health and well-being; and preparing for and responding to disasters.

What We Offer

As a member of the DPH team, you will join a group of passionate individuals dedicated to serving Georgians. Regardless of your role, you will contribute to protecting lives while enjoying a wide range of benefits.

• Make a Professional Impact – Build your career where it matters and protect lives in the community where you live, work, and play.
• Enjoy Workplace Flexibility – Experience flexibility in how you work so you can be your best self for you and the people of Georgia.
• Work with a Dynamic and Diverse Team – Collaborate with employees who share ideas and leverage collective strengths.
• Achieve Career Longevity – Take advantage of opportunities for learning and development that support a long-term career.
• Take Part in a Hands-on Working Culture – Work in a unique culture of active engagement and problem-solving, no matter your role.
• Feel Pride in Where you Work – Be part of making an impact in public health alongside dedicated people just like yourself.

As the Georgia HIV Behavioral Surveillance Project Coordinator within the Division of Epidemiology at the Georgia Department of Public Health, you will join a dedicated group of public health professionals that help support the overall mission and vision of protecting lives of Georgian residents in a variety of ways.

Job Duties and Responsibilities (overall tasks and expectations of the position)

• Provide overall project management and coordination for program operations.
• Oversee formative assessment activities and implement operational improvements as needed.
• Oversee recruitment planning, event scheduling, and maintenance of project supplies and equipment.
• Coordinate staff access, operational systems, and daily project reporting requirements.
• Oversee program monitoring, data management, reporting, and quality improvement activities.
• Coordinate HIV testing logistics, laboratory processes, and linkage-to-care procedures.
• Supervise and support project staff through hiring, training, scheduling, and performance evaluations.
• Coordinate data analysis, dissemination, and development of local data collection procedures.
• Serve as the primary liaison with CDC and participate in project-related calls, trainings, and site visits.
• Assist with administrative and regulatory activities, including contracts, IRB functions, and cooperative agreement reporting.
• Provide backup support for field supervision and data management functions.
• Ensure compliance with HIV data security, confidentiality, testing, and incident reporting procedures.

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma/GED and ten (10) years of professional level experience OR an equivalent combination of knowledge, education, job experience or training that provides the necessary knowledge and skills to successfully perform the job at the level listed may be substituted year over year.

Preferred Qualifications (based on the needs of the position)

• Experience in HIV or STD surveillance activities.
• Knowledge and understanding of STDs/HIV/AIDS situations and trends, including social, economic, and gender challenges.
• Knowledge of and experience with Microsoft Office products (Excel, Word, Teams).
• Ability to work independently, prioritize, and exercise good judgment with minimal supervision.
• Ability to work with diverse populations.
• Ability to communicate ideas and information effectively, both orally and in writing.

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma/GED and ten (10) years of professional level experience OR an equivalent combination of knowledge, education, job experience or training that provides the necessary knowledge and skills to successfully perform the job at the level listed may be substituted year over year.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

The State of Georgia does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or other protected categories in employment or the provision of services. Qualified applicants may request reasonable accommodation when needed during the application and/or screening process by contacting the appropriate agency Human Resources department.

Georgia State Government is a large enterprise, composed of various entities with a common goal to improve the lives of Georgia's 10 million citizens. With nearly 62,000 employees, we are one of the single largest employer in the state. Public service opportunities stretch across the state as employees live and work in all 159 counties. From traditional fields such as accounting, nursing, and engineering to unique fields like forestry and natural resources management, Georgia state government provides a world of opportunity.