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Vaccine Program Manager

Maricopa County
parental leave, sick time, tuition reimbursement
United States, Arizona, Phoenix
4041 North Central Avenue (Show on map)
Aug 29, 2025
Posting Date 08/28/25 Application Deadline 09/02/25 Pay Range Anticipated Hiring Range: $85,500 - $113,000 annually Full Pay Range: $85,500 - $140,500 annually Salary offers are based on the candidate's equivalent experience and internal equity with other employees within the same job classification. This position is not eligible for overtime compensation. Job Type Unclassified Department Public Health About the Position Are you passionate about protecting community health through strong immunization efforts? Maricopa County Department of Public Health (MCDPH) is hiring an experienced public health professional to manage our CDC-funded Strengthening Vaccine-Preventable Disease Prevention & Response Grant and Programs therein. In this leadership role, you'll oversee the MCDPH multiple vaccine programs and activities across Phoenix-based providers and help ensure the community receives lifesaving vaccines. You'll manage all aspects of these programs and team leadership. You'll work collaboratively with MCDPH leadership, the Arizona Department of Health Services, the Centers for Disease Control & Prevention, tribal and school-based clinics, the City of Phoenix, and other MCDPH partners to improve vaccine access across Maricopa County. About Us Come work for the Maricopa County Department of Public Health, the 3rd largest health jurisdiction in the U.S.! MCDPH's mission is to increase the quality of life for our residents by collaborating with the community to develop and implement strategies, programs, and services addressing the emerging and changing needs of public health. We aim to serve Maricopa County residents with a focus on impact and a data-driven approach to our work. We value our staff's unique skills and differences, as well as the varied experiences and disciplines we represent. Together, we are working towards our vision of creating a healthy, thriving Maricopa County for all. Proud to Offer Work with a greater purpose Tuition reimbursement Exceptional work-life balance with consistent work schedule options Opportunities for growth and development within Maricopa County Low-cost, high-value healthcare for you and your qualifying dependents Child care benefits, including access to our on-site center Maricopa County Kids Club, dedicated to serving Maricopa County families exclusively Paid vacation, sick time, and parental leave Extensive wellness program, including healthcare premium discounts Maricopa County participates in the Arizona State Retirement System. This defined retirement benefit requires a 12% monthly contribution rate and includes a 100% employer match on Day 1 Learn more at Work With Us \| Maricopa County, AZ We Require 5 years' experience in an immunization program or related field 2+ years of supervisory experience in a program management or compliance role Bachelor's degree in public health, healthcare administration, or related field An equivalent combination of post-secondary education and/or job-related experience may substitute for the required experience on a year-for-year basis Employee must have reliable transportation, may have to travel to another location if coverage is needed. We Also Value Master's degree in public health or related field Familiarity with CDC's VFC, VFA, IQIP requirements and ASIIS or similar state immunization registry Experience with federal grants, CDC cooperative agreements, and/or immunization management Bilingual (Spanish/English) skills are a plus Job Contributions Direct, develop, coordinate and implement all strengthening vaccine-preventable disease prevention and response programs and activities-Vaccine for Children Program, Vaccine for Adults Program, Information Immunizations System, Provider Vaccine Ordering Program, CDC Vaccine Tracking System, Immunization Quality Improvement for Providers Program, Perinatal Hepatitis B Prevention Programand the Policy Evidence Assessment Reports. Establish operational goals, objectives and timelines.Assess program capacity and needs. Manage resource allocation and use. Ensure staff capacity and training. Oversee budgetary funding and expenditures Identify populations at riskfor vaccine-preventable diseases. Analyze vaccine coverage for local populations and identify vaccine deserts and conduct outreach. Plan for emergency preparedness and pandemics, and participate in federal and state vaccine programs to ensure necessary resource allocation. Manage vaccine purchase and distribution according to CDC guidelines. Participate and contribute to CDC-led immunization-related meetings, ensure readiness for technical site visits, surveys, and trainings Oversee and manage all regulatory requirements related to healthcare, patient information, vaccine management, and fiscal guidelines. Lead annual provider compliance site visits. Investigate any vaccine misuse, fraud, or documentation issues. Maintain documentation and reports required by the CDC, Arizona Department of Health Services and Maricopa County to ensure continuous audit readiness. Ensure the integrity and application of the National Centers of Immunization and Respiratory Diseases policy for the viability of the millions of dollars of federal vaccine inventory Oversee the recruitment and maintenance a network of public and privatehealthcarefacilitiesandproviders to administer vaccine to eligible adults and pediatric populations. Ensure the expansion of prenatal/maternal providers and birthing hospitals. Manage tribal community engagement and other hard-to-reach populations. Direct the enrollment of the new providers and ensure the establishment of a robust infrastructure to support these healthcare providers' onboarding and training. Manger and ensure quality controls are in place so that providers follow proper vaccine handling, documentation and storage protocols. Offer technical assistance and continued program development for optimal quality assurance to MCDPH providers. Oversee the multi-million-dollar vaccine orders systems, their operation, shipments, and storage in collaboration with CDC and McKesson. Monitor cold chain logistics and ensure vaccine viability across the City of Phoenix.Support emergency planning for temperature excursions or supply issues Oversee the use of the Arizona State Immunization Information System (ASIIS) for data monitoring as well as the multiple vaccine management systems and their data to evaluate program effectiveness and develop strategies to ensure requirements and goals are met. Oversee the submission of required data to CDC and share results with internal and external partners. Improve vaccine access and coverage through targeted outreach and evaluation. Use qualitative and quantitative data to identify the population of focus to improve vaccine equity Oversee the maintenance and preparation of the multi-million dollar program budget. Research and administer funding and service expansion opportunities. Administer and direct sub-contracts and intergovernmental agreements with other agencies. Establish program budget priorities and ensure allocations are consistent with program needs Working Conditions Must secure and maintain an Arizona Department of Public Safety Level 1 Fingerprint Clearance Card and complete a background check Must possess, or have the ability to obtain by the time of hire, a valid Arizona driver's license Within one month of hire, all employees will be required to provide evidence of immunity or receive immunizations for vaccine-preventable illnesses for any position within the Maricopa County Department of Public Health; required immunizations include MMR (measles, mumps, rubella), Tdap (whooping cough and diphtheria), Varicella (chickenpox), and annual Influenza; some positions require a Hepatitis B vaccine and/or a Tuberculosis test Must be able to participate in emergency response training as scheduled and be available to respond as directed in the event of a public health emergency Exerting up to 20 lbs. occasionally, 10 lbs. frequently, or negligible amounts constantly OR requires walking or standing to a significant degree Position is typically office or administrative work and is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions Selection Procedure Only the most qualified candidates will be considered Consideration will only be given to candidates who submit online applications Candidates will be contacted primarily through email and their Workday online application profile Must pass a pre-employment background and/or fingerprint investigation as required by statute or policy, including drug and alcohol testing requirements for positions designated as safety-sensitive Maricopa County is an equal opportunity employer. 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