BFH NVDRS Data Abstraction - Coordinator 1

Thank you for your interest in The University of 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 Family Health## ## **Job Summary**## ## **Job Description****DESIRED:****Required Attachments**Please upload the following documents in the Resume/Cover Letter section.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.As part of the hiring process, applicants for positions at the University of New Orleans may be required to demonstrate the ability to perform job-related tasks.The University of New Orleans seeks to recruit a highly productive workforce and will provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and prospective employees. Employment decisions shall be based strictly on merit and without regard to religious or political beliefs, sex, race, or any other non-merit factor.* Responsible for Louisiana Violent Death Reporting System (LA-VDRS) data collection for the National Violent Death Reporting System (NVDRS).* Ensures relevant law enforcement and coroner records data are collected and entered into the NVDRS electronic system in accordance with CDC standards for the NVDRS* Performs or oversees data entry.* Maintains current data collection protocols for the NVDRS surveillance system.* Serves as the data collection liaison for the Bureau of Family Health (BFH) LA-VDRS initiative with law enforcement agencies and coroner offices.* Serves as lead LA-VDRS abstractor and provides support to part-time LA-VDRS abstractor(s).* Assists the LA-VDRS Epidemiologist with case tracking and completion.* Conducts outreach to coroners and law enforcement agencies statewide to maintain access to records and open communication.* Participates in annual data closeout activities required by CDC.* Participates on national TA and project calls with federal funders and required meetings and site visits.* Participates in internal staff, project, and professional development meetings and trainings as requested or assigned.* Assists with special projects as necessary.* Supports the coordination and management of Emergency Operations during activation and as needed between events.* 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 Zoom, Teams, and Microsoft Office, including but not limited to Outlook, Word, and Excel.* Advanced degree.* Minimum 1 year professional experience performing administrative functions within an office environment or health care field.* Minimum 1 year professional experience in data abstraction, data entry, or similar role.* Minimum 1 year professional experience using data analysis software and tools.* Relevant industry certifications.* Detailed resume listing relevant qualifications and experience;* Cover Letter indicating why you are a good fit for the position and University of Louisiana Systems;* Names and contact information of three references;* Located on the southern shore of Lake Pontchartrain, only 15 minutes from the French Quarter, the University of New Orleans occupies a 195-acre campus in one of the finest residential areas of the city.* Founded in 1958, the University of New Orleans was the first integrated university to open in the South.* UNO has graduated more than 80,000 alumni - more than half of whom live and work in the greater New Orleans metropolitan area.* Ranked Top 50 in the Nation for Social Mobility by U.S. News & World Report.* ranked UNO third in the nation for providing equal access to higher education for students from all income levels.* The University of New Orleans is the most ethnically diverse college in Louisiana according to College Factual, a data analytics company that focuses on higher education outcomes.* For years, UNO has appeared on U.S. News & World Report’s least debt list (schools whose graduates have the least amount of debt) among national universities.* The University has been classified by the Carnegie Foundation as a Research University (high research activity), one of fewer than 100 public universities that holds this prestigious designator.* The University of New Orleans is also a major business driver in metro New Orleans, generating a total economic impact of $470.5 million for metropolitan New Orleans in the 2014-15 fiscal year.**UNO Welcomes Job Applicants from Varied Backgrounds**The University of New Orleans seeks to recruit a highly productive workforce and will provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and prospective employees. Employment decisions shall be based strictly on merit and without regard to religious or political beliefs, sex, race, or any other non-merit factor. #J-18808-Ljbffr University of New Orleans