HIV / STD / Hepatitis Program Director

Agency
Dept of Health and Human Services
Division
Public Health
Job Classification Title
Program Manager II (NS)
Position Number
60039875
Grade
NC21
About Us
The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is one of the largest, most complex agencies in the state, and has approximately 17,000 employees. It is responsible for ensuring the health, safety, and well-being of all North Carolinians, providing human service needs for special populations including individuals who are deaf, blind, developmentally disabled, and mentally ill, and helping poor North Carolinians achieve economic independence.
Description of Work
The HIV/STI/Hepatitis Program Director leads a 47‑person unit responsible for administering statewide HIV Care, HIV/STI Prevention, HIV Medication Assistance, Hepatitis, and Data‑to‑Action programs. The position directs development, implementation, and evaluation of program goals and service delivery systems while ensuring oversight of contracted agencies, local health departments, universities, clinics, and hospitals funded by the unit.
Work includes managing extensive federal and state program requirements, coordinating activities with public and private partners, and supporting emerging program initiatives. The role operates within a public health environment that requires effective communication of mission and standards while engaging diverse stakeholders at national, state, regional, and local levels.
Key Duties Include:
– Direct program planning, implementation, and evaluation for the HIV Care, HIV/STI Prevention, HIV Medication Assistance, Hepatitis, and Data‑to‑Action programs.
– Oversee operational activities for a 47‑person unit, ensuring coordinated performance across multiple program areas.
– Manage and evaluate contracted services delivered by community‑based agencies, local health departments, universities, clinics, and hospitals.
– Monitor and ensure compliance with federal grant requirements and state program standards tied to unit initiatives.
– Guide development of emerging program activities and improvements to service delivery systems.
– Coordinate program operations with public and private organizations, including national, state, regional, and local partners.
– Communicate public health mission, program goals, and operational standards to diverse internal and external stakeholders.
– Evaluate epidemiologic and service data to inform program effectiveness and operational decision‑making.
– Support federal funding processes through grant‑related coordination and ongoing program monitoring.
– Address complex and sensitive issues with diplomacy while maintaining alignment with public health goals.
Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences
Salary Grade Range: $70,627.00 - $137,724.00
Recruitment Range: $70,627.00 - $122,527.00
Candidates now meet the minimum qualifications of a position if they meet the minimum education and experience listed on the vacancy announcement.
The Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)/ Management Preferences are not required. Applicants who possess the following skills are preferred:
Demonstrated expert‑level experience directing large‑scale public health program operations, including managing multiple statewide HIV, STI, Hepatitis, medication assistance, and data‑driven initiatives.
Proven success overseeing contracted service delivery across community‑based agencies, local health departments, universities, clinics, and hospitals, with measurable outcomes tied to program objectives.
Documented proficiency managing federal grant requirements and state program compliance processes, including monitoring funding mechanisms and evaluating program activities.
Experience coordinating statewide partnerships with public and private organizations and collaborating with national, state, regional, and local stakeholders to support public health initiatives.
Strong record interpreting epidemiologic and service data to assess program effectiveness and guide operational improvements across diverse public health programs.
The Posting Will Close At 11:59 P.M. The Night Before The End Date
This Position Is Funded In Part Through Federal Funds
This Position Is Eligible For A Hybrid Work Option
Physical Requirements:
Ability to work independently in non-handicapped accessible areas.
About the NC Division of Public Health (DPH):
The NC Division of Public Health works to promote and contribute to the highest possible level of health for the people of North Carolina. Our entire statewide system of public health has dedicated professionals who carry out our mission every day through a wide range of essential and activities touching the lives of everyone in our state.
About the Communicable Disease Branch:
The Communicable Disease Branch strives to protect and improve the health of people in North Carolina through disease detection, tracking, investigation, control, education, prevention and care activities to reduce morbidity and mortality resulting from communicable diseases that are a significant threat to the public. The Communicable Disease Branch works with the public, local health departments and other public health agencies, healthcare professionals, educators, businesses, communities and healthcare facilities to ensure that North Carolina is prepared to respond to any communicable disease situation that affects the people who live, work and visit here.
Compensation and Benefits:
The State of North Carolina offers excellent comprehensive benefits. Employees can participate in health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, and the NCFlex program (numerous high-quality, low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis). Employees also receive paid vacation, sick, and community service leave. In addition, paid parental leave is available to eligible employees.
Visit the website for State Benefits.
Supplemental Contact Information:
The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is an Equal Opportunity Employer that embraces an Employment First philosophy, which consists of complying with all federal laws, state laws, and Executive Orders. We are committed to reviewing requests for reasonable accommodation at any time during the hiring process or while on the job. For more information about DHHS: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/.
DHHS uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions subject to the State Human Resources Act with the most qualified individuals. Hiring salary will be based on relevant qualifications, internal equity, and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position.
In accordance with the Governor’s Executive Order 303, our agency supports second-chance employment for individuals who were previously incarcerated or justice-involved. We invite all potential applicants to apply for positions for which they may be qualified.
Application Process
Be sure to complete the application in its entirety. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing this application.
Information should be provided in the appropriate areas, to include the following: Education, including high school and all degrees obtained, Work Experience, and Certificates & Licenses. It is critical to our screening and salary determination process that applic