Provides leadership and direction as well as oversight of the planning and implementation of the Infection Prevention and Control Program, and Employee Health Services. Coaches and supervises staff in support of the manager or director, assists with staffing, coordinates assignments and delegates work to achieve desired results. Acts as a resource to staff on technical or functional issues. Provides on-the-job training and oversees orientation of new staff members. Provides input to the manager/director or conducts performance appraisals of supervised staff. May act as a liaison between the manager/director and staff, and provides input into employment decisions, performance appraisals and correct action with responsibility resting with the manager/director. Understands departmental budget and decision impacts. Maintains open communication with all staff to promote improvement in performance. Requires a sound knowledge of Infection Prevention and exceptional leadership abilities.