WHO WE ARE

Wayne County is located along the Detroit River and is the 13th most populous county in the United States. Wayne County is rich in history, culture, arts, and world-class amenities, it is home to the Detroit Symphony Orchestra, Michigan Opera Theater, Detroit Institute of Arts, the Henry Ford, and dozens of theaters, art galleries and concert halls. We are also home to major universities including Wayne State, the University of Michigan-Dearborn, and the University of Detroit. We have several award-winning secondary and primary schools, as well as numerous community colleges and vocational schools.

We take pride in being one of the most diverse counties in the United States; a place where different cultures come together in harmony for the betterment of all.

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JOB SUMMARY

The Quality Improvement Specialist I is responsible for supporting the coordination, implementation, and evaluation of quality improvement efforts within the Department of Health, Human, and Veteran Services. They collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to identify areas for improvement, collect and analyze data, and facilitate evidence-based practices to ensure the delivery of high-quality public health services. This role is crucial in ensuring that programs and services are efficient, effective, and meet or exceed established state and national accreditation standards and meet the needs of the community. This position requires a combination of analytical skills, healthcare quality improvement expertise, and a commitment to improving public health outcomes.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION

• Master in Public Health, Healthcare Administration, or a related field.
• Lean six sigma certification.

EXPERIENCE

• At least one (1) year of experience in public health quality management or healthcare quality improvement.
• Knowledge of public health principles, quality standards, regulations, and state and national accreditation standards.
• Strong knowledge of regulations, and best practices relevant to the industry.
• Proficiency in data analysis, statistical tools, and quality improvement methodologies (e.g., Six Sigma, Lean).
• Problem-solving and critical-thinking abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Commitment to promoting and improving public health outcomes.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

Wayne County provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including but not limited to: recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

For information regarding the Department of Justice - EEO Utilization Report, please visit https://www.waynecounty.com/departments/phr/legal-postings.aspx.

Accommodations: If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact the Wayne County Department of Personnel/Human Resources at 313-224-5901 or via email at hrexam@waynecounty.com. Hearing or speech impaired persons using TDD's or similar devices may contact the Michigan Relay Center, toll free at (800) 649-3777 or 711 to communicate directly with the Department of Personnel/Human Resources during regular working hours