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Deputy Director Of Public Health

The Deputy Director of Public Health serves as a member of the Health Services department's executive management team and is responsible for the oversight of a wide variety of public health programs. This position plans, organizes, directs, and controls the day-to-day operations of the department's Public Health service area.

Key Responsibilities:

• Providing overall strategic direction and planning, developing, and implementing public health programs to meet the needs of the community.
• Defining the concepts, methodology, and administrative procedures to conduct and evaluate various public health programs.
• Overseeing and managing the activities of all service area personnel to ensure that public health services are delivered professionally, effectively, timely, and in accordance with policies, budgets, goals, and regulations.
• Participating in a leadership role in quality improvement systems and processes; providing technical or professional assistance and direction, particularly in disease outbreak or emergency.
• Initiating or approving selection, evaluation, transfer, promotion, and performance management of employees.
• Maintaining key partnerships with state and local officials, community-based organizations, and health care providers.
• Developing, balancing, and monitoring program budgets and cost centers in collaboration with service area managers, the department director and business manager.
• Preparing work plan objectives, long-range goals, and annual reports; and assuring continued development and training of staff members.

What You Will Bring:

• Knowledge of or experience with: Oregon Administrative Rules and standards.
• Federal, state and county laws, codes, rules, and regulations governing public health services.
• Techniques and practices for efficient and cost-effective management of resources.
• Regional health protocols and compliance standards for health issues.
• Research and statistical evaluation principles and methods.
• Techniques for investigating and resolving public health issues.
• Healthcare transformation and vision development.
• Skill in: Interpreting and applying county, state, and federal statutes, codes, rules, and regulations.
• Providing oversight, supervision, and recommendations to public health professionals.
• Applying public health or public administration principles and practices in a regulatory environment.
• Working effectively with others to develop solutions.
• Managing complex budget from multiple revenue streams.
• Solving complex public health issues and managing legal issues for staff.
• Leading creative, innovative, and progressive thinking in a fast-paced environment.
• Operating a personal computer utilizing standard and specialized software.
• Assessing and prioritizing multiple tasks, projects, and demands.

Compensation: $11,564.04 to $15,496.93 per month for a 172.67 hour work month. Excellent County benefit package when eligible.

Benefits: Our robust healthcare package covers medical, prescription, dental, and vision coverage at a minimal cost of $100 for employee only and $121 per month for employee plus dependents, which includes an innovative on-site clinic, pharmacy, and wellness and wellbeing services. Additionally, we include life insurance, retirement (PERS), generous paid time-off (14-18 hours/month to start, pro-rated for part-time), holidays, and professional development opportunities.

Minimum Qualifications: Master's degree in Public Health, Human Services, Behavioral Health, Public Administration, or related field; AND five (5) years of related experience, including leadership experience; OR equivalent combination of training, education, and experience that provides the required skills, knowledge and abilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

Necessary Special Requirements: Driving is a requirement for this position. Possession of or ability to obtain a valid Oregon driver's license within 30 days of hire date. The employment offer will be contingent upon presentation of an acceptable and verifiable driver's license, pre-employment screening for criminal history, driving history, and controlled substances (NOTE: Positive test results for marijuana use may result in rescission of a contingent offer of employment). This screening must be completed with satisfactory findings in order for a formal offer of employment to be extended. Must have dependable transportation and be able and willing to drive throughout Deschutes County in sometimes adverse weather conditions.