Comm of Health and Human Services

Commissioner Of Health And Human Services

The City of Worcester is seeking qualified applicants for a Commissioner of Health and Human Services for the Division of Public Health within the Department of Health and Human Services. The Commissioner of Health and Human Services is a Cabinet level position responsible for providing strategic leadership, oversight, and coordination of all divisions within the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). The Commissioner serves as the chief administrator of the department, managing programs and services that promote public health and improve the well-being of Worcester residents. The Commissioner plays a critical role in aligning departmental operations with the City Manager's strategic goals and community priorities while ensuring compliance with all legal and regulatory requirements. The position oversees the following divisions : Administration, Elder Affairs, Public Health, Veterans' Services, Homeless Services, and Youth Opportunities. The Commissioner directly supervises the Division Directors and provides support to multiple boards and commissions, including the Board of Health, Commission on Elder Affairs, Commission on Homelessness, Commission for the Preservation of Historic Artifacts, Relics and Military Memorials, and the Advisory Commission on Youth. Bilingual applicants are encouraged to apply. Minimum requirements include a Master's degree in public health, business / public administration, or a related field, five (5) years of related work experience in local public administration / public health or a related field, experience with oversight, administration, and supervision of staff, five (5) years of experience with creating and maintaining an annual operating budget, proficiency with the use of computers; with experience using the Microsoft Office Suite and other office productivity software and equipment, valid Driver's license and access to reliable transportation, and experience with public speaking, presenting initiatives clearly to diverse audiences. Preferred qualifications include ten (10) years of related work experience in local public administration / public health or a related field, five (5) years of experience with oversight, administration, and supervision of staff, ten (10) years of experience with creating and maintaining an annual operating budget, five (5) years of experience with community development and relationship building with community organizations and partners in an urban environment, three (3) years of oversight of multi-divisional operations and interagency coordination in an urban setting, experience with the Workday platform, and demonstrated knowledge of municipal government operations and cross-sector collaboration.