Public Health Consultant-A, PH Genomics Section

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This position serves as the recognized resource of the Michigan BioTrust for Health program, providing leadership for
restructuring, oversight, and modernization. This role will guide strategic planning, policy development, stakeholder
engagement, and implementation of program improvements, working closely with internal teams, external partners, and
community stakeholders to guide the BioTrust through a comprehensive transformation. The coordinator will facilitate
national and statewide participation in research studies and special projects involving public health genomics, birth defects,
newborn screening (NBS), and the Michigan BioTrust for Health. BioTrust program activities encompass administrative
oversight of the research use of residual NBS dried blood spot specimens (DBS). The role requires oversight of complex,
multi-institutional research projects and ensures compliance with regulatory requirements, department policies, ethical
standards, and scientific best practices. This includes managing research inquiries, facilitating review processes, and
supporting researchers through all phases of project approval, specimen access, and data coordination.

The position is based in the Lifecourse Epidemiology and Genomics Division at MDHHS in Lansing and works closely with
genomics, birth defects, NBS follow-up, epidemiology, vital records and laboratory personnel as well as external partners
such as the Scientific Advisory Board (SAB), Community Values Advisory Board (CVAB), contractors and researchers
nationwide working in academia, clinical settings or the private sector.

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To be considered for this position you must:

• Apply for this position online via NEOGOV; click on "Apply" in the job posting for instructions on submitting your electronic application. Hard copy applications are not accepted. See instructions for applying here: Instructions
• Relevant experience and/or education referred to in the supplemental questions must be documented in the resume, transcript and/or application to allow for accurate screening.
• Attach a resume identifying specific experience and dates of employment. Dates of employment should include month and year and hours per week.
• Attach a cover letter.
• If applicable, attach a copy of an official transcript(s). We accept scanned copies of official transcripts. We do not accept web-based, internet, or copies of unofficial transcripts. Official transcripts provide the name of the institution, confirmation that a degree was awarded and on what date, and the registrar's signature.

Failure to complete any of the above items may result in your application not being considered. See instructions for attaching transcripts here: Instructions

EducationPossession of a master's degree in public health, health communication, health policy or a public health-related field such as nursing, epidemiology, health education, health economics, dietetics/nutrition management, genetics, or speech and audiology; a master's degree in social work; master's degree in counseling; master's degree in special education with specialization in blind/visual disabilities; or a master's degree in public or business administration with a health care concentration. Experience

Three years of professional, post-master's experience as a consultant in a field of public health equivalent to a Public Health Consultant, including one year equivalent to a Public Health Consultant P11.

Position Location/Remote Office: The physical location of this position is 333 South Grand Avenue, Lansing, MI 48933. Based on operational needs and within established limits, remote work and alternate or hybrid work schedule requests for this position may be considered. Selected candidates who have been approved to work remotely or a hybrid schedule must complete that work within Michigan. Candidates should confirm work location and schedule at the time of interview. 

 

Employees will be provided computers to perform state work. Phones may also be provided for necessary communications. If working remotely, employees will be responsible for providing other components of a remote office at their own expense, including:

• A secure work location that allows privacy and prevents distractions.
• A high-speed internet connection of at least 25 Mbps download and 5 Mbps upload.
• Suitable lighting, furniture, and utilities.

 

Your application for any position does not guarantee you will be contacted by the Department/Agency for further consideration. Only those applicants interviewed will be notified of the results. 

The use of artificial intelligence (AI) software of any kind is prohibited in all areas of the selection process; including, but not limited to, responses to application questions, and responses to interview questions or exercises. 

 

As a Condition of Employment: this position requires successful completion of a background investigation and a criminal records check. If you previously held status in this classification and departed within the last three (3) years, please contact Human Resources regarding your interest in a potential reinstatement. Reinstatement is not guaranteed or required. 

 

The Department of Health & Human Services reserves the right to close this posting prior to its original end date once a sufficient number of applications have been received.

For information about this specific position, please email MDHHSVacancies@michigan.gov. Please reference the job posting number in subject line. 

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