*Public Health Director* Job at Guilford County, Greensboro, NC

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  • Guilford County
  • Greensboro, NC

Job Description

The Opportunity Guilford County is a high-performing local government organization that maintains a culture of embracing diversity, striving for equality, and inspiring individual and organizational excellence. This position is the Administrative Head of the Guilford County Division of Public Health. This role functions to ensure the delivery of essential public health services per North Carolina G.S. 130A-41 and executes the Consolidated Agreement with North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services and Guilford County. The Public Health Director is responsible for planning, directing, and managing public health programs and services to promote and protect the health of the community. This role involves collaboration with local, state, and federal agencies, as well as community organizations, to address public health challenges and improve health outcomes for all residents. Application Process Applications will be accepted electronically by Guilford County. Applicants complete a brief online form and are encouraged to provide a cover letter. Open until filled with the first review of applications on September 3, 2024. Compensation The full salary range is $130,064 (minimum) – $181,361 (midpoint) – $232,659 (maximum). Salary placement will depend on directly related qualifications, with an excellent benefits package. Job Specifications The Public Health Director, under limited supervision, assures provision of public health services within Guilford County. Public Health and Social Services are part of the Consolidated Health and Human Services Agency and are an integral part of assuring and providing an array of services to a diverse community. Core duties of this position involve directing and administering Guilford County's public health programs, provision of sound fiscal oversight and human resource management to include directing over 450 team members who have varied education and job requirements. Core programs and functions of the department are divided amongst six divisions: Administration, Clinical Services, Community Health, Health Education and Promotion, Allied Health and Environmental Health. The Public Health Director in Guilford County plays a critical leadership role in advancing the health and well-being of the community. This position requires a collaborative approach, working closely with internal and external partners to effectively deliver public health services in key areas such as community health promotion and education, community health assessment (CHA), the Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) nutrition program, public health preparedness and response, and health department accreditation. The director must exercise initiative and independent judgment in all phases of work, displaying tact, courtesy, and confidence in frequent interactions with county, municipal, state, and federal officials, advocacy groups, K-12 schools, and the general public. This role demands strong leadership skills to build and maintain effective partnerships and to advocate for public health resources and policies that benefit the community. Additionally, the Public Health Director is responsible for engaging in emergency response activities alongside other county employees, demonstrating readiness and adaptability in crisis situations to protect public health and safety. This role is vital in ensuring the community's resilience against health emergencies through proactive planning and effective response measures. The selected candidate must have strong collaborative leadership skills and value innovation, performance management, staff engagement, community collaboration, human-centered design thinking and multi-disciplinary/integrated service delivery. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Examples below include, but are not limited to: Provide public health expertise and leadership to the organization and the broader community. Serve as a key advisor on public health issues to county officials, community organizations, and the public. In partnership with the Assistant Health Director, administer department operations by establishing goals and objectives for all divisions. Plan, organize, assign, and evaluate the work of all divisions. Oversee budgeting and fiscal controls, including contract negotiations. Develop and implement policies and procedures. Oversee human resource management within the department. Develop public health policies, regulations, and initiatives. Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal public health regulations. Enforce communicable disease laws, environmental health regulations, local ordinances, and state animal control laws. Lead initiatives to educate the public on health issues. Coordinate community assessment and data collection. Ensure the effectiveness and compliance of public health programs with federal guidelines. Coordinate preparedness activities for natural disasters, disease outbreaks, and other public health threats. Ensure the health department meets and maintains accreditation standards. Develop and manage the department’s budget. Foster partnerships with community organizations, healthcare providers, and other stakeholders. Use public health data and research to inform decision-making. Advocate for public health at local, state, and national levels. Promote ongoing professional development and training for public health staff. Respond to issues and concerns from the general public. Minimum Qualifications 3 years of supervisory experience and a combination of education and experience as listed below: Medical Doctor; OR , Master's degree in Public Health Administration and at least one year of experience in health programs or services; OR , Master's degree in a public health discipline other than public health administration and at least 3 years of experience in health programs or services; OR , Master's degree in public administration and at least 2 years of experience in health programs or services; OR , Master's degree in a field related to public health and at least 3 years of experience in health programs or services; OR , Bachelor's degree in a field related to public health and at least seven years of experience in health programs or services. #J-18808-Ljbffr Guilford County

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