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DEPARTMENT: City of Philadelphia Department of Public Health (PDPH) DIVISION: Division of HIV Health (DHH) PROGRAM: National HIV Behavioral Surveillance (NHBS) JOB OVERVIEW: The NHBS Field Coordinator is responsible for coordinating a CDC-funded behavioral surveillance research project and anonymous HIV testing among populations at increased risk for HIV exposure. RESPONSIBILITIES: * Assist in developing and conducting formative research in the form of a series of focus groups and other formal interviews. * Develop and maintain relationships with community-based organizations. * Participate in CDC site visits, trainings, biweekly project officer meetings, and monthly conference calls. * Supervise field staff and assist with related matters, such as hiring, training and development, scheduling, and team building. * Manage operations and data collection; review, tabulate, and reconcile forms and logs used in the field. * Coordinate HIV and other STD testing operations; ensure proper documentation of HIV testing activities; ensure adherence to HIV testing procedures; ensure adherence to procedures for making referrals to care. * Ensure adequate preparations, including supplies, materials, and equipment. * Coordinate ongoing formative assessment efforts and implement changes based upon findings. * Manage multiple databases, utilizing CDC software and Excel to track relevant metrics. * Report to the Project Coordinator and Principal Investigator. * Provide overall field site management. SKILLS: * Ability to communicate clearly in writing and verbally * Ability to work independently, as well as with others * Willingness to ask questions and keep others informed * Ability to meet deadlines and complete work with minimal supervision * Strong organizational skills * Familiarity with spreadsheet applications * Working knowledge of case definitions for HIV and AIDS QUALIFICATIONS: * High school diploma or equivalent required * Prior interviewing experience * Prior experience with HIV terminology * Preferred: Certification in PA as an HIV test counselor SALARY: $50,000 CONTACT INFORMATION: Forward resume to: Lyric Kleber 1101 Market St., 8th Floor AACO, Philadelphia, PA 19107 Email: CC: PHMC is an Equal Opportunity and E-Verify Employer. #LI-DNI