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Job ID: 20887
Agency: Department of Health - Division of Licensure and Safety
Location: Pierre
Salary: $26.53 - $31.21 per hour, depending on experience
Pay Grade: GJ
Closing Date: 11/29/2022

The South Dakota Department of Health’s programs and services help prevent illness and injury, promote healthy places to live, work and play; provide education to help people make good health decisions; prepare for, respond to, and prevent public health threats; and support efforts to enhance quality and accessibility of healthcare. Our services touch the lives of every person in the state of South Dakota.

We recognize that employees are our most valuable resource and we are committed to promoting a culture of excellence in DOH. We trust our employees to be innovative, challenge existing processes, and make the best decisions. We are interested in employing a diverse and skilled workforce that exhibits the values of leadership, accountability, communication, integrity, and teamwork. Public health is a diverse and growing field that offers many career options for people from a variety of educational backgrounds. Imagine yourself as part of a winning team that is making the lives of South Dakotans healthier and safer.

Please visit our website at http://doh.sd.gov/ for further information about the Department of Health.

The Senior Health Facilities Surveyor plans, develops, implements, and evaluates processes behind the medical cannabis establishment inspection process to ensure the safe and effective operation of the Department of Health Medical Cannabis Program. Duties include inspection of establishments and working with certified medical cannabis cultivation, manufacturing, dispensary, and testing establishments to ensure regulatory compliance, handling public complaints, training establishment inspectors, and other duties as assigned.

The position will work in an office environment with time spent across the state at inspection locations and field offices for training purposes.

Licenses and Certifications:
Previous inspection experience is preferred.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:
Experience working in or with government entities, working as part of a team, and having the ability to successfully navigate multiple complex projects simultaneously.

Knowledge of:

• applicable state and federal laws, rules, and regulations;


• inspection procedures;


• fundamental data principles;
• procedures and techniques used in program analysis and planning.

Skill to:

• effective time management principles to plan, schedule, and manage multiple tasks;


• communicate effectively to establish and maintain effective working relationships with the cannabis industry and law enforcement to meet the needs of the program set forth by the State Law and Administrative Rules;


• conduct and participate in meetings with DOH program managers to assess program data needs;
• compile and analyze data to provide documentation and make recommendations.

Ability to:

• develop and implement program policies and procedures to ensure compliance and enforcement of the laws and regulations;


• analyze and evaluate program plans and make recommendations for program improvement;


• train inspectors on regulatory requirements for cannabis establishments;


• read and comprehend technical narrative material, including operating procedures, site maps, and instructional memoranda, to ensure compliance;
• handle conflict arising from regulatory inspections while maintaining positive customer service.

This position is eligible for Veterans’ Preference per ARSD 55:10:02:08.

Successful applicant(s) will be required to undergo a background investigation. An arrest/conviction record will not necessarily bar employment.

The State of South Dakota does not sponsor work visas for new or existing employees. All persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete an Employment Eligibility Verification, Form I-9. The State of South Dakota as an employer will be using E-Verify to complete employment eligibility verification upon hire.

The State of South Dakota offers employer paid health insurance plus eleven paid holidays, generous vacation and sick leave accrual, dental, vision, and other insurance options, and retirement benefits. You can view our benefits information at https://bhr.sd.gov/job-seekers/work-for-state-government/. This position is a member of Class A retirement under SDRS.

Must apply online: https://sodakprod-lm01.cloud.infor.com:1443/lmghr/xmlhttp/shorturl.do?key=K7S
You must apply online, emailed resumes or submissions will not be accepted.
South Dakota Bureau of Human Resources
Telephone: 605.773.3148 Email: [email protected]
http://bhr.sd.gov/workforus
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Job ID: 20727
Agency: Department of Health - Public Health Laboratory
Location: Pierre
Salary: $26.53 - $28.09 per hour, depending on experience
Pay Grade: GJ
Closing Date: 11/22/2022

The South Dakota Department of Health’s programs and services help prevent illness and injury, promote healthy places to live, work and play; provide education to help people make good health decisions; prepare for, respond to, and prevent public health threats; and support efforts to enhance quality and accessibility of healthcare. Our services touch the lives of every person in the state of South Dakota.

We recognize that employees are our most valuable resource and we are committed to promoting a culture of excellence in DOH. We trust our employees to be innovative, challenge existing processes, and make the best decisions. We are interested in employing a diverse and skilled workforce that exhibits the values of leadership, accountability, communication, integrity, and teamwork. Public health is a diverse and growing field that offers many career options for people from a variety of educational backgrounds. Imagine yourself as part of a winning team that is making the lives of South Dakotans healthier and safer.

Please visit our website at http://doh.sd.gov/ for further information about the Department of Health.

This position will support testing efforts in the South Dakota Public Health Laboratory Environmental Section. The main focus will be testing water from various sources and cannabis products using a range of simple and complex Microbiological test methods such as PCR, Multiple Tube Fermentation (MPN), and culture media. Depending on experience, this position may be required to become certified by the EPA to be a Laboratory Auditor specializing in microbiology. Additional duties may include being a backup in the Inorganic area of the chemistry section and working with wastewater and cannabis plants and products.

This position works in the State Public Health Laboratory. It may work with various types of water, such as drinking and wastewater, plants and plant products, acids, bases, and corrosives. A working knowledge of universal precautions, biological, chemical, and occupational safety is also required since the position may require the use of personal protective equipment, including gloves, gown, face shield, respirator, and other equipment. It requires standing for several hours a day. The incumbent must have a valid driver's license and be capable of traveling within the State of South Dakota.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:
A minimum of a Bachelor's degree in biological or chemical sciences with microbiology coursework.

Knowledge of:

• microbiology and basic microbiology testing methods;


• proper aseptic technique.

Skill to:

• perform general laboratory skills, including analytical balances, pipetting, serial dilutions, and microscopes;


• must have excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

Ability to:

• communicate effectively;


• be organized; and


• multitask.

Additional Requirements: Transcript at time of interview.

This position is eligible for Veterans’ Preference per ARSD 55:10:02:08.

Successful applicant(s) will be required to undergo a background investigation. An arrest/conviction record will not necessarily bar employment.

The State of South Dakota does not sponsor work visas for new or existing employees. All persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete an Employment Eligibility Verification, Form I-9. The State of South Dakota as an employer will be using E-Verify to complete employment eligibility verification upon hire.

The State of South Dakota offers employer paid health insurance plus eleven paid holidays, generous vacation and sick leave accrual, dental, vision, and other insurance options, and retirement benefits. You can view our benefits information at https://bhr.sd.gov/job-seekers/work-for-state-government/. This position is a member of Class A retirement under SDRS.

Must apply online: https://sodakprod-lm01.cloud.infor.com:1443/lmghr/xmlhttp/shorturl.do?key=K04
You must apply online, emailed resumes or submissions will not be accepted.
South Dakota Bureau of Human Resources
Telephone: 605.773.3148 Email: [email protected]
http://bhr.sd.gov/workforus
"An Equal Opportunity Employer"

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Job ID: 20612
Agency: Department of Health - Division of Licensure and Accreditation.
Location: Pierre, Sioux Falls, or Rapid City
Salary: $61,857.82 - $65,496.51 annually, depending on experience
Pay Grade: GK
Closing Date: 10/28/2022

The South Dakota Department of Health’s programs and services help prevent illness and injury, promote healthy places to live, work and play; provide education to help people make good health decisions; prepare for, respond to, and prevent public health threats; and support efforts to enhance quality and accessibility of healthcare. Our services touch the lives of every person in the state of South Dakota.

We recognize that employees are our most valuable resource and we are committed to promoting a culture of excellence in DOH. We trust our employees to be innovative, challenge existing processes, and make the best decisions. We are interested in employing a diverse and skilled workforce that exhibits the values of leadership, accountability, communication, integrity, and teamwork. Public health is a diverse and growing field that offers many career options for people from a variety of educational backgrounds. Imagine yourself as part of a winning team that is making the lives of South Dakotans healthier and safer.

Please visit our website at http://doh.sd.gov/ for further information about the Department of Health.

Join our Team at the Department of Health! The Program Specialist II will be an Assistant to the Medical Cannabis Program Administrator and will:

• act as the Project Manager for the development, evaluation, and planning of necessary systems including, but not limited to, seed to sale, business licensing, and patient licensing, ensuring that staff implement and carry out program activities;
• oversee activities associated with medical cannabis software systems and the processes involved with these systems;
• provide technical guidance to all levels of the medical cannabis industry ensuring compliance and verifying procedures and processes needed for compliance;
• monitor and provide recommendations to improve program, organizational, information technology systems, and operational processes;
• act as a liaison and interact with multiple vendors and the Bureau of Information Technology.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

• experience working in or with government entities, working as part of a team, and the ability to successfully navigate multiple complex projects simultaneously.

Knowledge of:

• principles of project management;
• applicable state and federal laws, rules, and regulations;
• technical knowledge of assigned programs;
• computer software applications
• agency rules, regulations, policies, and procedures;
• request for proposal (RFP) process.

Ability to:

• assist in the planning and organization of the activities of a program;
• analyze situations accurately and formulate and suggest effective courses of action;
• gather, interpret, report, and use information concerning programs managing/directing;
• ability to express ideas effectively, both orally and in writing;
• present information to large groups of people;
• train and provide guidance to staff.

Additional Requirements: Please attach a resume with your application.

This position is eligible for Veterans’ Preference per ARSD 55:10:02:08.

Successful applicant(s) will be required to undergo a background investigation. An arrest/conviction record will not necessarily bar employment.

The State of South Dakota does not sponsor work visas for new or existing employees. All persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete an Employment Eligibility Verification, Form I-9. The State of South Dakota as an employer will be using E-Verify to complete employment eligibility verification upon hire.

The State of South Dakota offers employer paid health insurance plus eleven paid holidays, generous vacation and sick leave accrual, dental, vision, and other insurance options, and retirement benefits. You can view our benefits information at https://bhr.sd.gov/job-seekers/work-for-state-government/. This position is a member of Class A retirement under SDRS.

Must apply online: https://sodakprod-lm01.cloud.infor.com:1443/lmghr/xmlhttp/shorturl.do?key=JUP
You must apply online, emailed resumes or submissions will not be accepted.
South Dakota Bureau of Human Resources
Telephone: 605.773.3148 Email: [email protected]
http://bhr.sd.gov/workforus
"An Equal Opportunity Employer"

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Job ID: 20370
Agency: Department of Health - Division of Licensure and Accreditation
Location: Pierre, Sioux Falls, or Rapid City
Salary: $69,300.72 - $77,012.12 annually, depending on experience
Closing Date: 10/10/2022

The South Dakota Department of Health’s programs and services help prevent illness and injury, promote healthy places to live, work and play; provide education to help people make good health decisions; prepare for, respond to, and prevent public health threats; and support efforts to enhance quality and accessibility of healthcare. Our services touch the lives of every person in the state of South Dakota.

We recognize that employees are our most valuable resource and we are committed to promoting a culture of excellence in DOH. We trust our employees to be innovative, challenge existing processes, and make the best decisions. We are interested in employing a diverse and skilled workforce that exhibits the values of leadership, accountability, communication, integrity, and teamwork. Public health is a diverse and growing field that offers many career options for people from a variety of educational backgrounds. Imagine yourself as part of a winning team that is making the lives of South Dakotans healthier and safer.

Please visit our website at http://doh.sd.gov/ for further information about the Department of Health.

This position provides legal support for the Medical Cannabis program in the Department of Health. Medical Cannabis was passed by South Dakota voters in November 2020 and codified at SDCL 34-20G. The Department has worked tirelessly to bring up the program over the last year and a half. The incumbent also serves as a Special Assistant Attorney General. Duties include providing legal opinions and advice to program and department staff; drafting legislation and administrative rules; lobbying; drafting policies and procedures; assisting with the Request for Proposals process; ensuring the Department is in compliance with federal and state statutes and administrative rules; participating in administrative and court hearings associated with regulatory actions involving patient registration and registration/regulation of medical cannabis establishments; providing assistance in drafting contracts and joint powers agreements; and other duties as assigned. This s a unique opportunity to provide legal assistance and support to a developing industry and body of law. The position will provide technical assistance and guidance to staff regarding the administrative rules, promulgation process, and legislative matters.

Travel is required as necessary.

Preferred location is Pierre. If the position is located in Sioux Falls or Rapid City, regular travel to Pierre is required.

Licenses and Certifications:
Graduation from an accredited school of law and a member of the South Dakota Bar or eligibility to sit for the exam is required.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:
Experience in administrative law and knowledge of medical marijuana programs/legal issues are preferred.

Knowledge of:

• criminal and civil practices and procedures;
• evidence and constitutional law and the current national and state trends;
• state administrative practices and procedures;
• legal research techniques, including the use of technology;
• basic computer operations and applications;
• state and federal statutes related to health care and medical marijuana programs.

Ability to:

• communicate clearly and concisely;
• prepare clear and concise documentation, reports, and correspondence;
• analyze facts, evidence, and precedents and arrive at a logical interpretation;
• work in harmony with program staff, private attorneys, and circuit court officials;
• work independently while following instructions and accepting guidance;
• deal tactfully with others;
• effectively manage a large caseload.

Additional Requirements: Please attach a resume with your application.

This position is exempt from the Civil Service Act.

This position is eligible for Veterans’ Preference per ARSD 55:10:02:08.

Successful applicant(s) will be required to undergo a background investigation. An arrest/conviction record will not necessarily bar employment.

The State of South Dakota does not sponsor work visas for new or existing employees. All persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete an Employment Eligibility Verification, Form I-9. The State of South Dakota as an employer will be using E-Verify to complete employment eligibility verification upon hire.

The State of South Dakota offers employer paid health insurance plus eleven paid holidays, generous vacation and sick leave accrual, dental, vision, and other insurance options, and retirement benefits. You can view our benefits information at https://bhr.sd.gov/job-seekers/work-for-state-government/. This position is a member of Class A retirement under SDRS.

Must apply online: https://sodakprod-lm01.cloud.infor.com:1443/lmghr/xmlhttp/shorturl.do?key=JJA
You must apply online, emailed resumes or submissions will not be accepted.
South Dakota Bureau of Human Resources
Telephone: 605.773.3148 Email: [email protected]
http://bhr.sd.gov/workforus
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Job ID: 19908
Agency: Department of Health - Division of Licensure & Accreditation
Location: Pierre is preferred. The location of this position is negotiable.
Salary: $92,325.10 - $97,755.98 annually, depending on experience
Pay Grade: GN
Closing Date: 08/19/2022

The South Dakota Department of Health’s programs and services help prevent illness and injury, promote healthy places to live, work and play; provide education to help people make good health decisions; prepare for, respond to, and prevent public health threats; and support efforts to enhance quality and accessibility of healthcare. Our services touch the lives of every person in the state of South Dakota.

We recognize that employees are our most valuable resource and we are committed to promoting a culture of excellence in DOH. We trust our employees to be innovative, challenge existing processes, and make the best decisions. We are interested in employing a diverse and skilled workforce that exhibits the values of leadership, accountability, communication, integrity, and teamwork. Public health is a diverse and growing field that offers many career options for people from a variety of educational backgrounds. Imagine yourself as part of a winning team that is making the lives of South Dakotans healthier and safer.

Please visit our website at http://doh.sd.gov/ for further information about the Department of Health.

The Division of Licensure and Accreditation is seeking an energetic and passionate individual to join the team as its Division Director of Licensure and Safety. The Division Director will be responsible for leading the Department of Health’s regulatory responsibilities in the areas of medical cannabis, healthcare facility licensure and certification, and health protection. This Division Director will report to the Deputy Secretary and oversee a combined 54 staff and an $8.3 M budget. The position represents the department in discussions with local governments, tribal governments, health care providers, health care facilities, medical cannabis establishments, associations, legislators, legislative and appropriations committees, other state agencies, and federal regulatory agencies.

Responsibilities will include involvement in legislative processes, including testifying at legislative and appropriations committees.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

A minimum of a Bachelor's degree in business, public administration, health sciences, or related fields of study. Consideration will be given to candidates with a combination of experience and education, which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• state budgeting and legislative processes;
• public health management practices and policy development;
• state and federal regulatory processes;
• analyze state and federal laws and regulations to ensure program compliance;
• foster a work environment of continuous quality improvement in service and practice;
• engage and educate staff in problem-solving, planning, and policy development;
• lead conversations with state and local stakeholders, funding and regulatory agencies, and national organizations;
• lead special projects and initiatives;
• provide technical assistance to staff on program/grant/division budgets and regulations;
• participate in strategic planning efforts;
• provide mentoring, supervision, and technical assistance to staff;
• supervise staff and support professional development.

Additional Requirements: Please attach a cover letter and resume with your application.

This position is exempt from the Civil Service Act.

The State of South Dakota does not sponsor work visas for new or existing employees. All persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete an Employment Eligibility Verification, Form I-9. The State of South Dakota as an employer will be using E-Verify to complete employment eligibility verification upon hire.

The State of South Dakota offers employer paid health insurance plus eleven paid holidays, generous vacation and sick leave accrual, dental, vision, and other insurance options, and retirement benefits. You can view our benefits information at https://bhr.sd.gov/job-seekers/work-for-state-government/. This position is a member of Class A retirement under SDRS.

Must apply online: https://sodakprod-lm01.cloud.infor.com:1443/lmghr/xmlhttp/shorturl.do?key=IYR
You must apply online, emailed resumes or submissions will not be accepted.
South Dakota Bureau of Human Resources
Telephone:
605.773.3148 Email: [email protected]
http://bhr.sd.gov/workforus
"An Equal Opportunity Employer"

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Job ID: 19879
Agency: Department of Health - Division of Licensure and Accreditation
Location: Pierre
Salary: $79,870.26 - $84,568.51 annually, depending on experience
Pay Grade: GM
Closing Date: 08/17/2022

The South Dakota Department of Health’s programs and services help prevent illness and injury, promote healthy places to live, work and play; provide education to help people make good health decisions; prepare for, respond to, and prevent public health threats; and support efforts to enhance quality and accessibility of healthcare. Our services touch the lives of every person in the state of South Dakota.

We recognize that employees are our most valuable resource and we are committed to promoting a culture of excellence in DOH. We trust our employees to be innovative, challenge existing processes, and make the best decisions. We are interested in employing a diverse and skilled workforce that exhibits the values of leadership, accountability, communication, integrity, and teamwork. Public health is a diverse and growing field that offers many career options for people from a variety of educational backgrounds. Imagine yourself as part of a winning team that is making the lives of South Dakotans healthier and safer.

Please visit our website at http://doh.sd.gov/ for further information about the Department of Health.

This position will serve as program administrator for the Medical Cannabis Program in the Department of Health. Medical Cannabis was passed by South Dakota voters in November of 2020 and is codified at SDCL 34-20G. This position leads and oversees this program. Specific program duties include managing the program budget; supervision of program staff; developing program policies and procedures as needed; assisting with the rulemaking process; overseeing and directing the implementation of an inventory and verification systems needed for program administration; application and registration of patients, eligible providers, establishments (cultivators, manufacturers, dispensaries and laboratories); regulation and inspection of establishments; fee collection; providing general information; and working with a broad group of stakeholders, including the legislature.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:
The combination of experience and ability to professionally and effectively direct and oversee the planning, implementation, and evaluation of the medical cannabis program; manage budgetary activities within the program; coordinate, collaborate and facilitate communication of program initiatives, goals, objectives, and needs to outside entities/stakeholders to ensure successful program development and implementation, including that program goals and objectives are consistently met.

Knowledge of

• medical cannabis issues;
• applicable federal and state laws and regulations;
• principles, practices, and methods of program administration.

Ability to

• establish and implement programmatic and department goals and objectives;
• develop and manage a budget;
• develop and implement program policies and procedures;
• write contracts;
• oversee the inventory and business management IT systems development to ensure successful implementation;
• communicate information clearly and concisely to a variety of stakeholders;
• work effectively with individuals and groups;
• facilitate and prioritize meetings and discussions;
• effectively lead workgroups as directed;
• multi-task with a variety of projects/assignments;
• interpret laws, rules, and regulations.

Additional Requirements: Please attach a resume with your application.

This position is exempt from the Civil Service Act.

Successful applicant(s) will be required to undergo a background investigation. An arrest/conviction record will not necessarily bar employment.

The State of South Dakota does not sponsor work visas for new or existing employees. All persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete an Employment Eligibility Verification, Form I-9. The State of South Dakota as an employer will be using E-Verify to complete employment eligibility verification upon hire.

The State of South Dakota offers employer paid health insurance plus eleven paid holidays, generous vacation and sick leave accrual, dental, vision, and other insurance options, and retirement benefits. You can view our benefits information at https://bhr.sd.gov/job-seekers/work-for-state-government/. This position is a member of Class A retirement under SDRS.

Must apply online: https://sodakprod-lm01.cloud.infor.com:1443/lmghr/xmlhttp/shorturl.do?key=IX7
You must apply online, emailed resumes or submissions will not be accepted.
South Dakota Bureau of Human Resources
Telephone: 605.773.3148 Email: [email protected]
http://bhr.sd.gov/workforus
"An Equal Opportunity Employer"

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Job ID: 19802
Agency: Department of Health - Division of Licensure and Accreditation
Salary: $61,857.82 - $65,496.51 annually, depending on experience
Pay Grade: GK
Closing Date: 08/08/2022

The Department of Health Mission: Working together to promote, protect, and improve health.

The South Dakota Department of Health’s programs and services help prevent illness and injury, promote healthy places to live, work and play; provide education to help people make good health decisions; prepare for, respond to, and prevent public health threats; and support efforts to enhance quality and accessibility of healthcare. Our services touch the lives of every person in the state of South Dakota.

We recognize that employees are our most valuable resource and we are committed to promoting a culture of excellence in DOH. We trust our employees to be innovative, challenge existing processes, and make the best decisions. We are interested in employing a diverse and skilled workforce that exhibits the values of leadership, accountability, communication, integrity, and teamwork. Public health is a diverse and growing field that offers many career options for people from a variety of educational backgrounds. Imagine yourself as part of a winning team that is making the lives of South Dakotans healthier and safer.

Please visit our website at http://doh.sd.gov/ for further information about the Department of Health.

This position will act as the Medical Cannabis Program administrator's assistant administrator. The Program Specialist II will:

• administer activities associated with medical cannabis software systems and the processes involved with these systems;
• act as the project manager for the development, evaluation, and planning of necessary systems including, but not limited to, seed to sale, business licensing, and patient licensing, ensuring that staff implement and carry out program activities;
• provide technical guidance to all levels of the medical cannabis industry ensuring compliance and verifying procedures and processes needed for compliance;
• monitor and provide recommendations to improve program, organizational, information technology systems, and operational processes;
• act as a liaison and interact with multiple vendors and the Bureau of Information Technology.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:
Experience working in or with government entities, working as part of a team, and the ability to successfully navigate multiple complex projects simultaneously.

Knowledge of:

• principles of project management;
• applicable state and federal laws, rules, and regulations;
• technical knowledge of assigned programs;
• agency rules, regulations, policies, and procedures;
• request for proposal (RFP) process.

Ability to:

• assist in the planning and organization of the activities of a program;
• analyze situations accurately and formulate and suggest effective courses of action;
• gather, interpret, report, and use information concerning programs managing/directing;
• ability to express ideas effectively, both orally and in writing;
• present information to large groups of people;
• train and provide guidance to staff.

This position is eligible for Veterans’ Preference per ARSD 55:10:02:08.

Successful applicant(s) will be required to undergo a background investigation. An arrest/conviction record will not necessarily bar employment.

The State of South Dakota does not sponsor work visas for new or existing employees. All persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete an Employment Eligibility Verification, Form I-9. The State of South Dakota as an employer will be using E-Verify to complete employment eligibility verification upon hire.

The State of South Dakota offers employer paid health insurance plus eleven paid holidays, generous vacation and sick leave accrual, dental, vision, and other insurance options, and retirement benefits. You can view our benefits information at https://bhr.sd.gov/job-seekers/work-for-state-government/. This position is a member of Class A retirement under SDRS.

Must apply online: https://sodakprod-lm01.cloud.infor.com:1443/lmghr/xmlhttp/shorturl.do?key=ISS
You must apply online, emailed resumes or submissions will not be accepted.
South Dakota Bureau of Human Resources
Telephone: 605.773.3148 Email: [email protected]
http://bhr.sd.gov/workforus
"An Equal Opportunity Employer"

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Job ID: 19315
Agency: Department of Health - Division of Healthcare Access and Quality and Health Protection
Location: Pierre
Salary: $61,857.82 - $65,496.51 annually, depending on experience
Pay Grade: GK
Closing Date: 06/06/2022

The South Dakota Department of Health’s programs and services help prevent illness and injury, promote healthy places to live, work and play; provide education to help people make good health decisions; prepare for, respond to, and prevent public health threats; and support efforts to enhance quality and accessibility of healthcare. Our services touch the lives of every person in the state of South Dakota.

We recognize that employees are our most valuable resource and we are committed to promoting a culture of excellence in DOH. We trust our employees to be innovative, challenge existing processes, and make the best decisions. We are interested in employing a diverse and skilled workforce that exhibits the values of leadership, accountability, communication, integrity, and teamwork. Public health is a diverse and growing field that offers many career options for people from a variety of educational backgrounds. Imagine yourself as part of a winning team that is making the lives of South Dakotans healthier and safer.

Please visit our website at http://doh.sd.gov/ for further information about the Department of Health.

The Program Specialist II administers the activities associated with medical cannabis software systems and the processes involved with these systems. The position will act as the project manager for the development, evaluation, and planning of necessary systems, including, but not limited to, seed to sale, business licensing, and patient licensing ensuring that staff implement and carry out program activities. This position will also provide technical guidance to all levels of the medical cannabis industry ensuring compliance and verifying procedures and processes needed for compliance. The Program Specialist II will act as a liaison and interact with multiple vendors and the Bureau of Information Technology.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:
Experience working in or with government entities, working as part of a team, and the ability to successfully navigate multiple complex projects simultaneously.

Knowledge of:

• principles of project management;
• applicable state and federal laws, rules, and regulations;
• technical knowledge of assigned programs;
• agency rules, regulations, policies, and procedures;
• request for proposal (RFP) process.

Ability to:

• assist in the planning and organization of the activities of a program;
• analyze situations accurately and formulate and suggest effective courses of action;
• gather, interpret, report, and use information concerning programs managing/directing;
• train and provide guidance to staff.

VETERANS' PREFERENCE ELIGIBLE

Successful applicant(s) will be required to undergo a background investigation. An arrest/conviction record will not necessarily bar employment.

The State of South Dakota does not sponsor work visas for new or existing employees. All persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete an Employment Eligibility Verification, Form I-9. The State of South Dakota as an employer will be using E-Verify to complete employment eligibility verification upon hire.

The State of South Dakota offers employer paid health insurance plus eleven paid holidays, generous vacation and sick leave accrual, dental, vision, and other insurance options, and retirement benefits. You can view our benefits information at https://bhr.sd.gov/job-seekers/work-for-state-government/. This position is a member of Class A retirement under SDRS.

Must apply online: https://sodakprod-lm01.cloud.infor.com:1443/lmghr/xmlhttp/shorturl.do?key=I3Z
You must apply online, emailed resumes or submissions will not be accepted.
South Dakota Bureau of Human Resources
Telephone: 605.773.3148 Email: [email protected]
http://bhr.sd.gov/workforus
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Job ID: 19033
Agency: Department of Health - Division of Health Care Access and Quality and Health Protection
Salary: $26.01 - $30.60 per hour, depending on experience
Pay Grade: GJ
Closing Date: 04/28/2022

The South Dakota Department of Health’s programs and services help prevent illness and injury, promote healthy places to live, work and play; provide education to help people make good health decisions; prepare for, respond to, and prevent public health threats; and support efforts to enhance quality and accessibility of healthcare. Our services touch the lives of every person in the state of South Dakota.

We recognize that employees are our most valuable resource, and we are committed to promoting a culture of excellence in DOH. We trust our employees to be innovative, challenge existing processes, and make the best decisions. We are interested in employing a diverse and skilled workforce that exhibits the values of leadership, accountability, communication, integrity, and teamwork. Public health is a diverse and growing field that offers many career options for people from a variety of educational backgrounds. Imagine yourself as part of a winning team that is making the lives of South Dakotans healthier and safer.

Please visit our website at http://doh.sd.gov/ for further information about the Department of Health.

The Senior Health Facilities Surveyor plans, develops, implements, and evaluates processes behind the medical cannabis establishment inspection process to ensure the safe and effective operation of the Department of Health Medical Cannabis Program. Duties include working with certified medical cannabis cultivation, manufacturing, dispensary, and testing establishments to ensure regulatory compliance, handling public complaints, training of establishment inspectors, and other duties as assigned.

The position will work mainly in an office environment, with some time spent at inspection locations and in field offices for training purposes.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

• experience working in or with government entities, working as part of a team, and the ability to successfully navigate multiple complex projects simultaneously.

Knowledge of:

• applicable state and federal laws, rules, and regulations;
• inspection procedures;
• fundamental data principles;
• procedures and techniques used in program analysis and planning.

Skills to:

• effective time management principles to plan, schedule, and manage multiple tasks;
• communicate effectively to establish and maintain effective working relationships with the cannabis industry and law enforcement to meet the needs of the program set forth by the State Law and Administrative Rules;
• conduct and participate in meetings with DOH program managers to assess program data needs;
• compile and analyze data to provide documentation and make recommendations.

Ability to:

• develop and implement program policies and procedures to ensure compliance and enforcement of the laws and regulations;
• analyze and evaluate program plans and make recommendations for program improvement;
• train inspectors on regulatory requirements for cannabis establishments
• read and comprehend technical narrative material, including operating procedures, site map, and instructional memoranda to ensure compliance;
• handle conflict arising from regulatory inspections while maintaining positive customer service.

VETERANS' PREFERENCE ELIGIBLE

Successful applicant(s) will be required to undergo a background investigation. An arrest/conviction record will not necessarily bar employment.

The State of South Dakota does not sponsor work visas for new or existing employees. All persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete an Employment Eligibility Verification, Form I-9. The State of South Dakota as an employer will be using E-Verify to complete employment eligibility verification upon hire.

The State of South Dakota offers employer paid health insurance plus eleven paid holidays, generous vacation and sick leave accrual, dental, vision, and other insurance options, and retirement benefits. You can view our benefits information at https://bhr.sd.gov/job-seekers/work-for-state-government/. This position is a member of Class A retirement under SDRS.

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You must apply online, emailed resumes or submissions will not be accepted.
South Dakota Bureau of Human Resources
Telephone:
605.773.3148 Email: [email protected]
http://bhr.sd.gov/workforus
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Job ID: 18874
Agency: Department of Health - Division of Administration
Location: Pierre - South Dakota Public Health Laboratory
Salary: $26.01 - $27.54, depending on experience
Pay Grade: GJ
Closing Date: Open Until Filled

The South Dakota Department of Health’s programs and services help prevent illness and injury, promote healthy places to live, work and play; provide education to help people make good health decisions; prepare for, respond to, and prevent public health threats; and support efforts to enhance quality and accessibility of healthcare. Our services touch the lives of every person in the state of South Dakota.

We recognize that employees are our most valuable resource and we are committed to promoting a culture of excellence in DOH. We trust our employees to be innovative, challenge existing processes, and make the best decisions. We are interested in employing a diverse and skilled workforce that exhibits the values of leadership, accountability, communication, integrity, and teamwork. Public health is a diverse and growing field that offers many career options for people from a variety of educational backgrounds. Imagine yourself as part of a winning team that is making the lives of South Dakotans healthier and safer.

Please visit our website at http://doh.sd.gov/ for further information about the Department of Health.

This Senior Chemist/Senior Microbiologist position works in the State Public Health Laboratory and will work with drinking water, surface water, wastewater, plants and plant products, acids, bases, and corrosives. Working knowledge of universal precautions, biological, chemical, and occupational safety is also required since the position may require the use of personal protective equipment, including gloves, gown, face shield, respirator, and other equipment. It requires standing for several hours a day. The incumbent must have a valid driver's license and must be capable of traveling within the State of South Dakota.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

• a minimum of a Bachelor's degree in microbiology or medical technology;
• previous microbiology and chemistry testing experience are preferred, but recent graduates will be considered;
• PCR experience;
• valid driver's license.

This position will support testing efforts in the South Dakota Public Health Laboratory Environmental/Cannabis Section. This position's main focus will be in the Environmental Microbiology area, testing water and cannabis products using various methods such as PCR, plate methods, and EPA-approved methods for drinking water. This position will also become certified by EPA to be a Laboratory Microbiology Auditor. This position will become backup in the Inorganic area of the chemistry section working with wastewater and cannabis products.

Knowledge of:

• traditional and contemporary methods in microbiology testing;
• laboratory biosafety;
• quality management.

Skill to:

• operate high complexity instruments;
• utilize laboratory information management system (LIMS);
• maintain a clean and organized testing environment.

Ability to:

• be a critical thinker;
• be detailed oriented;
• become a subject matter expertise relevant to day-to-day duties;
• communicate effectively;
• be organized and multitask.

Additional Requirements: Please provide a transcript at the time of the interview.

VETERANS' PREFERENCE ELIGIBLE

Successful applicant(s) will be required to undergo a background investigation. An arrest/conviction record will not necessarily bar employment.

The State of South Dakota does not sponsor work visas for new or existing employees. All persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete an Employment Eligibility Verification, Form I-9. The State of South Dakota as an employer will be using E-Verify to complete employment eligibility verification upon hire.

The State of South Dakota offers employer paid health insurance plus eleven paid holidays, generous vacation and sick leave accrual, dental, vision, and other insurance options, and retirement benefits. You can view our benefits information at https://bhr.sd.gov/job-seekers/work-for-state-government/. This position is a member of Class A retirement under SDRS.

Must apply online: https://sodakprod-lm01.cloud.infor.com:1443/lmghr/xmlhttp/shorturl.do?key=HKI
You must apply online, emailed resumes or submissions will not be accepted.
South Dakota Bureau of Human Resources
Telephone: 605.773.3148 Email: [email protected]
http://bhr.sd.gov/workforus
"An Equal Opportunity Employer"

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Job ID: 16139
Agency: Department of Health - Division of Health Systems Development & Regulation
Location: Pierre, Sioux Falls, or Rapid City
Salary: $71,994.24 - $79,500 annually, depending on experience.
Pay Grade: GM
Closing Date: 05/13/2021

The South Dakota Department of Health’s programs and services help prevent illness and injury, promote healthy places to live, work and play; provide education to help people make good health decisions; prepare for, respond to, and prevent public health threats; and support efforts to enhance quality and accessibility of healthcare. Our services touch the lives of every person in the state of South Dakota.

We recognize that employees are our most valuable resource and we are committed to promoting a culture of excellence in DOH. We trust our employees to be innovative, challenge existing processes, and make the best decisions. We are interested in employing a diverse and skilled workforce that exhibits the values of leadership, accountability, communication, integrity, and teamwork. Public health is a diverse and growing field that offers many career options for people from a variety of educational backgrounds. Imagine yourself as part of a winning team that is making the lives of South Dakotans healthier and safer.

Please visit our website at http://doh.sd.gov/ for further information about the Department of Health.

This position will serve as program administrator for the Medical Marijuana Program in the Department of Health. Medical Marijuana was passed by South Dakota voters in November of 2020 and is codified at SDCL 34-20G. This position will implement and lead this new program. Specific program duties include managing the program budget; developing program policies and procedures; assisting with the rulemaking process; overseeing and directing the implementation of an inventory and verification system needed for program administration; application and registration for patients, cultivation facilities, and dispensaries; criminal background checks; fee collection; inspections; providing general information; and working with a broad group of stakeholders, including the legislature.

This position works in a typical office environment. Some travel is required.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:
The combination of experience and ability to professionally and effectively direct and oversee the planning, implementation, and evaluation of the medical marijuana program; manage budgetary activities within the program; coordinate, collaborate, and facilitate communication of program initiatives, goals, objectives, and needs to outside entities/stakeholders to ensure successful program development and implementation, including that program goals and objectives are consistently met.

Knowledge of:

• medical marijuana issues, applicable federal and state laws and regulations;
• principles, practices, and methods of program administration.

Ability to:

• establish and implement programmatic and department goals and objectives;
• develop a budget;
• develop and implement program policies and procedures;
• write contracts;
• oversee the inventory and management IT system development to ensure successful implementation;
• communicate information clearly and concisely to a variety of stakeholders;
• work effectively with individuals and groups;
• facilitate and prioritize meetings and discussions;
• effectively lead workgroups as directed;
• multitask with a variety of projects/assignments; and
• interpret laws, rules, and regulations.

Additional Requirements: Please attach a resume with your application.

Successful applicant(s) will be required to undergo a background investigation. An arrest/conviction record will not necessarily bar employment.

The State of South Dakota does not sponsor work visas for new or existing employees. All persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete an Employment Eligibility Verification, Form I-9.

The State of South Dakota offers employer paid health insurance plus ten paid holidays, generous vacation and sick leave accrual, dental, vision, and other insurance options, and retirement benefits. You can view our benefits information at https://bhr.sd.gov/job-seekers/work-for-state-government/. This position is a member of Class A retirement under SDRS.

Apply at: https://sodakprod-lm01.cloud.infor.com:1443/lmghr/xmlhttp/shorturl.do?key=DYJ
South Dakota Bureau of Human Resources
Telephone: 605.773.3148 Fax: 605.773.4344
http://bhr.sd.gov/workforus
"An Equal Opportunity Employer"

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