The Department of Health Services (DHS) Division of Public Health (DPH) is recruiting for an Education and Training Coordinator for the Wisconsin Cancer Reporting System (WCRS) within the Office of Health Informatics (OHI).

DPH works with our local and tribal public health partners, and community groups statewide, on a wide variety of programs and services that protect the health of Wisconsin residents.

This position offers the option to work remotely up to 5 days per week and can be headquartered at one of the DPH central or regional offices. You must have access to both a private workspace and high-speed internet if working remotely. A greater in-office presence may be required periodically for meetings, events, training, onboarding, or other operational needs. This position will work Monday through Friday, daytime hours.

Our diversity, equity, and inclusion team strive to hire, develop, and retain a talented workforce representative of the people of Wisconsin we serve. We are searching for people with diverse backgrounds to join our dynamic and team-oriented environment. We promote professional growth and create a healthy work/life balance and inclusive culture.

As an employee of the State of Wisconsin, you'll also have access to an amazing benefits package, including:

• 3.5 weeks of vacation, 9 paid holidays and ample sick time.
• Top rated health plan options starting at $39/month for single plans and $97/month for family plans, after 2 months of state service.
• Premium pension plan with at least a 6.9% employer match in 2024. Plus, a tax advantaged supplemental retirement savings plan which allows you to save money directly from your paycheck for retirement. Use Use this Total Rewards Calculator to see the total value of our competitive benefits package!
• Several flex spending accounts: medical, dependent care, commuter, parking and High Deductible Health Savings.
• Well Wisconsin Wellness Program
• A free and confidential employee assistance program that offers employees and their immediate family dependents a variety of tools, resources, and professional consultation services to support their health, goals, and overall well-being.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program employer.

• Evaluating cancer data quality and implementation of cancer data quality improvements (implementing cancer case data collection, performing cancer case abstracting, consolidating, case finding, and coding, and coordinating the data editing process.).
• Functioning as the WCRS medical data expert for the cancer incidence data collected from hospitals, clinics, laboratories and physicians per WI State Statute 255.04 and for cancer mortality information from death certificate files.
• Conducting both one-on-one and statewide trainings and conduct and record web-based trainings for reporting facilities on RegistryPlus information systems, cancer case finding and abstracting to ensure high quality data meets all state and federal guidelines.
• Managing and updating WCRS training processes,
• Researching and reviewing cancer literature to ensure the most relevant information is used in trainings and announcements,
• Creating and managing all training materials, including WCRS reporter page website and web-based trainings.
• Training WCRS staff on evolving abstracting software updates, coding and staging requirements.

The starting pay for this position is between $35.21 and $36.80 per hour (approximately between $73,200 and $76,500 per year) depending on qualifications, plus excellent benefits. A 12-month probationary period is required.

Pay for current or former employees is set based on the rules that apply to compensation for the applicable transaction. This position is classified as a Research Analyst Senior and is in pay schedule and range 08/03.

All applicants who may be appointed to this position will be required to allow DHS to conduct a background check to determine whether the circumstances of any conviction may be related to the job being filled.

For positions that do allow remote working flexibility, although residency in the State of WI is not required for permanent positions, it is not anticipated that working outside of WI or bordering cities will be allowed as positions may at times need to report to office locations in WI on short notice.

Employees must have access to both a private workspace and secure high-speed internet for remote work option. Mileage reimbursement to the employee’s headquarter location is not provided. Remote work flexibility will be discussed in more detail during the interview process.

DHS does not sponsor work visas for this position, thus, in compliance with federal law, selected candidates will be required to verify eligibility to work in the United States by completing the required I-9 form upon hire.

Minimally qualified applicants will have all of the following:

• Current Oncology Data Specialist (ODS) credential or ability to complete the Cancer Registry Management program. Selected candidate must obtain this credential within one year of hire.
• Experience reviewing completeness, accuracy and quality of a database or registry.
• Experience providing technical assistance to internal and external partners including integrating equity and accessibility principles.
• Experience developing and facilitating group presentations.

Well-qualified applicants will have one or more of the following:

• Experience providing technical assistance and training to end-users in a hospital or healthcare setting with diverse user audiences.
• Experience with program evaluation techniques in healthcare settings (e.g., quality improvement, compliance, etc.).
• Experience with a cancer program including working as Oncology Data Specialist (ODS) or in a hospital or clinic setting.
• Experience interpreting federal laws, reporting requirements and standards, or State Administrative Rules.

Your letter of qualifications is limited to two (2) pages. For a guide on developing your resume and letter of qualifications and what should be included in these materials, click here.

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Submitted materials will be evaluated by a panel of job experts according to the qualifications above. Please monitor your email for communications related this position. Current or former permanent, classified, state employees must complete the online application process to be considered.

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DHS is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer seeking a diverse and talented workforce.

Veterans are encouraged to apply. For complete information on veterans’ hiring programs with the WI Department of Veteran’s affairs, click here.

For technical assistance and general information, please see Frequently Asked Questions. For questions about the position, to request a copy of the full position description, or for other employment inquiries, please contact Human Resources at [email protected].

The deadline to apply is May 7, 2024 at 11:59 pm.