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Harris County

2mo ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Expert Level
  • Business, Operations & Strategy
  • Houston

AI generated summary

  • You need a master’s degree, 10 years of relevant experience, strong communication skills, and the ability to manage budgets and projects. A valid Texas Driver's License is required.
  • You will manage Department divisions, oversee projects and contracts, negotiate with vendors, liaise with county agencies, and assist in drafting RFPs and service agreements for Department needs.

Requirements

  • Education:
  • Master’s degree in Business, Public or Healthcare Administration, Forensic Science, or related field
  • Certifications/ License Requirements:
  • Maintain a valid Texas Driver’s License and ability to safely operate a motor vehicle
  • Experience:
  • Ten (10) years’ experience managing personnel and projects in a forensic or healthcare setting, government agency, or related office
  • Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
  • Objective, with a high degree of independent judgment, problem solving ability, and considerable construction, information technology, and budget management knowledge
  • Ability to balance strategic thinking with tactical action to drive results
  • Ability to negotiate and draft agreements to benefit the Department / County
  • Strong written and oral communication skills, and ability to multi-task and adjust priorities as needed
  • Additional Requirements:
  • Must pass criminal background check and drug / alcohol screening (prior to and randomly during employment)

Responsibilities

  • Provide day-to-day management of internal Department Divisions including, Budget & Finance, Information Technology, and Facility Maintenance
  • Implement, administer, monitor, and guide Department projects and contracts to completion / renewal, allowing Department scientific staff to focus on their primary role of examining decedents and testing evidence
  • Advocate and negotiate on behalf of the Department with outside vendors and other county departments to ensure Department needs are met in a timely and cost-effective manner
  • Serve as the Department’s primary liaison with other county agencies including County Attorney’s Office, Engineering, Universal Services, and Purchasing, to maximize Department operations and efficiencies
  • Assist in the drafting of RFP requirements, agreements, and service contracts to ensure Department protection

FAQs

What is the mission of the Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences?

The mission is to provide medical examiner and crime laboratory services of the highest quality in an unbiased manner with uncompromised integrity.

What is the vision for the Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences?

The vision is to provide consistent, quality death investigation and laboratory analysis for the benefit of the entire community, create a technological strongpoint for legal agencies to facilitate justice, and establish an academic environment for training in the field of Forensic Science.

What are the main responsibilities of the Operations Director?

The main responsibilities include managing internal Department divisions, guiding Department projects and contracts to completion, advocating for the Department with external vendors, serving as a liaison with other county agencies, and assisting in drafting RFP requirements and service contracts.

What type of education is required for this position?

A Master’s degree in Business, Public or Healthcare Administration, Forensic Science, or a related field is required.

What are the experience requirements for the Operations Director role?

Candidates should have ten (10) years of experience managing personnel and projects in a forensic or healthcare setting, government agency, or related office.

What skills are essential for the Operations Director?

Essential skills include independent judgment, problem-solving ability, knowledge in construction, information technology, and budget management, as well as strong written and oral communication skills.

Is there a certification or license requirement for the Operations Director position?

Yes, the candidate must maintain a valid Texas Driver’s License and have the ability to safely operate a motor vehicle.

What additional requirements must candidates meet for this position?

Candidates must pass a criminal background check and drug/alcohol screening prior to and randomly during employment.

How does the Operations Director contribute to the Department’s efficiency?

The Operations Director maximizes Department operations and efficiencies by advocating for timely and cost-effective negotiations with external vendors and facilitating collaboration with other county agencies.

What kind of projects and contracts will the Operations Director oversee?

The Operations Director will oversee projects and contracts related to facility construction/reconstruction, land usage, information technology, laboratory instrument purchasing, and other Department contractual relationships and responsibilities.

Harris County

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Mission & Purpose

Harris County is a county located in the U.S. state of Texas within the Houston–Sugar Land–Baytown metropolitan area. As of 2000 U.S. Census, the county had a population of 3,400,578 (though a 2007 estimate placed the population at 4,011,475), making it the most populous county in Texas and the third most populous county in the United States. Its county seat is Houston.