MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS SPECIALIST

Position Overview

The Illinois Department of Public Health is seeking a highly motivated individual to perform the duties of Management System Specialist. Under general direction, assists in the development, implementation, and modification of the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS). Also assists in the development and implementation of electronic data transfers of clinical and environmental laboratory test results utilizing SQL query extracts and Health Level 7 message standards. Provides user training and assistance for LIMS testing to laboratory staff.

Benefit Statement

As a State of Illinois Employee, you will receive a robust benefit package that includes the following:

• Flexible and hybrid work schedules are available in many program areas (when available and dependent upon position)
• Competitive Group Insurance benefits including health, life, dental and vision plans.
• Pension plan through the State Employees Retirement System
• Deferred Compensation Program – voluntary supplemental retirement plan
• Optional pre-tax programs -Medical Care Assistance Plan (MCAP) & Dependent Care Assistant Plan (DCAP)
• 10-25 days of paid vacation time annually (10 days for first year of state employment)
• 12 paid sick days annually which carryover year to year
• 3 paid personal business days per calendar year (pro-rated dependent on start date)
• 13-14 paid holidays per year
• 12 weeks of paid parental leave
• Employee Assistance Program and/or mental health resources

These are just a few of the many perks available to all State employees. For more information about our benefits please follow this link: https://www2.illinois.gov/cms/benefits/Pages/default.aspx

Essential Functions

• Works with laboratory personnel to map laboratory workflow in preparation for development of Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) testing modules.
• Works with agency and external customers to develop electronic submission of specimen/sample demographic data and the electronic receipt of laboratory reports.
• Develops and presents training to laboratory, clerical, and administrative personnel in the capabilities and usage of LIMS to ensure laboratory data management processes are standardized and uniform for all users.
• Develops data queries and summary reports as requested by Agency and Division Management.
• Participates in administrative meetings with Agency and Division Management to provide technical assistance in development of data management policies and procedures.
• Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.

Minimum Qualifications

• Requires a master’s degree in business or public administration or a closely related field, and preferably including coursework in systems analysis, accounting, computer science, and statistics; Requires two years of professional experience in public or business administration.

OR

           Requires a Bachelor’s degree in business or public administration or a closely related field and preferably including coursework in systems analysis, computer science and statistics; Requires four years of experience directly related to the development, maintenance, and coordination of a computer-based management information system.

Preferred Qualifications

• College coursework in system analysis, accounting, computer science and statistics.
• Two (2) years’ experience working with Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS).
• One (1) year experience using SAP Crystal Reports reporting tools.
• One (1) year work experience creating Ad Hoc reports utilizing MS SQL queries and tools.
• One (1) year experience with data exchange between large data systems containing health data.

About the Agency

The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) is tasked with the oversight of communities within Illinois to achieve and maintain optimal health and safety. With an annual budget of over $2 billion in state and federal funds, 6 regional offices, 3 laboratories and over 1,200 employees, IDPH is equipped to fulfill its mission of protecting the health and wellness of the people of Illinois through the prevention, health promotion, regulation and control of disease and injury.