Public Health Nurse Manager

Salary : $139,526.71 - $169,595.59 Annually
Location : Fairfield, CA
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 25-336010-01
Department: Health & Social Services Dept
Division: H&SS-Public Health Svcs Div
Opening Date: 10/17/2025
Closing Date: Continuous

The Public Health Services Division believes that health is all about people; where they live, learn, work, and play. From our staff to our clients, we provide people with the tools they need to maintain and improve their health. The services we provide are incredibly diverse and include such activities as conducting public health nurse home visits for moms and babies, providing medical care in our clinics, and much more. You will not find a more committed group of people than public health workers. It takes a special kind of dedication to enter the public health field. Our passion is promoting health, livable communities and healthy lifestyles. As a result, we care for individuals and the community with compassion and respect.
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THE POSITION
The Public Health Nurse (PHN) Manager serves a vital leadership role within the Solano County Health & Social Services Department. This position is responsible for planning, organizing, and directing the work of professional and support staff engaged in one or more public health programs, while serving as a clinical and administrative resource for a multidisciplinary team that provides comprehensive health, social, and behavioral health services to the community.

The PHN Manager assists in the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies, and procedures, and assumes significant responsibility for the preparation, oversight, and administration of assigned budgets and contracts. The position ensures that all program activities are completed efficiently and in compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and County policies.

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan, organize, and oversee the work of licensed and non-licensed staff within assigned programs.
• Develop, monitor, and manage program budgets and service contracts.
• Ensure compliance with state, federal, and County public health laws, regulations, and standards.
• Participate in staff recruitment, selection, training, and performance management.
• Develop and maintain program policies, procedures, and quality assurance measures.
• Represent the department and Public Health Nursing in agency and community partnerships, serving as a resource and advocate for community health initiatives.

The PHN Manager also serves as:

• Nurse-Family Partnership (NFP) Administrator.
• A member of the Department, Division, Maternal, Child, and Adolescent Health (MCAH) Bureau, and Nursing Leadership Teams.
• The Public Health Nursing representative on the Solano County Committee for Sexually Exploited Children (CSEC), providing leadership and advocacy for the healthcare needs of the MCAH population.

This position offers an exciting opportunity for an experienced public health nursing professional to lead innovative programs that advance maternal, child, and adolescent health outcomes and strengthen community wellness across Solano County.
The eligible list established from this recruitment will be used to fill full-time regular, part-time, limited-term or extra-help positions as vacancies occur or the need arises.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Experience: Three (3) years of general public health or mental health nursing experience, depending on area of assignment, which includes one year of supervisory and/or program coordinator responsibility.

Education/Training: Bachelor's degree is required from an accredited college or university in Public Health, or Nursing administration. A Master's degree is desirable.
LICENSING, CERTIFICATION AND REGISTRATION REQUIREMENTS

• Possession of a valid Registered Nurse license issued by California Board of Registered Nursing.
• Possession of a California State Public Health nursing certificate is required for positions allocated to the Public Health section of the nursing Division.
• Possession of or ability to obtain a valid Class C California driver's license may be required.
• Must possess a current CPR card.

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SELECTION PROCESS

11/7/2025 - First application review deadline to submit application and required documents.12/1/2025 - Second application review deadline to submit application and required documents.

Applications will be reviewed biweekly thereafter

Based on the information provided in the application documents, the qualified applicants may be invited for further examination and will either be pre-scheduled by the Department of Human Resources or be invited to self-schedule. All applicants meeting the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the examination. Depending upon the number of applications received, the selection process may consist of an initial application screening, a mandatory information meeting, a supplemental questionnaire assessment, a written and/or practical exam, an oral board exam, or any combination listed. Responses to supplemental questions may be used as screening and testing mechanisms and will be used to assess an applicant's ability to advance in the process; as such, responses to supplemental questions should be treated as test examination responses. Information contained herein does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract.

A minimum score of 70% is required to continue in the selection process, unless otherwise announced.

All potential new hires and employees considered for promotion to management, confidential positions or unrepresented positions will be subject to a background and reference check after contingent job offer is accepted. These provisions are subject to change.

RETIREES - Solano County invites all to apply for positions; however pursuant to Government Code Section 21221(h) and 21224, hiring restrictions may apply to California Public Sector Pension Plan Retirees.
HOW TO APPLY

Applications must be submitted through the NEOGOV system. Paper copies of applications are not accepted. All additional application materials as requested in the job announcement (degree/transcripts, certificates, DD-214 if applicable, ADA Accommodation Request) must be submitted by the application review deadline.

Previously submitted application materials (i.e. copies of diploma and/or transcripts, etc.) for prior recruitments will not be applied for this recruitment but must be re-submitted for this recruitment.

Any further questions can be directed to the Department of Human Resources at (707) 784-6170, business hours are Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. EOE/AA

Please note that all dates/times listed in the job announcement are Pacific Time.
DOCUMENT SUBMITTAL REQUIREMENTS
All candidates must submit a copy of the following required documents by the application review date:

• Bachelor's Degree: Diploma (verifying the degree, date earned and area of specialization) or official/unofficial transcripts (verifying the degree awarded, courses and units completed)
• Current CPR certification
• Valid certification in Public Health Nursing.
• Valid Registered Nurse license issued by the California State Board of Registered Nursing

Candidates who fail to submit their diploma/transcripts, license/certifications and/or CPR certifications by the application review date will be disqualified from the recruitment.

PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING: Candidates who attended a college or university that is accredited by a foreign or non-U.S. accrediting agency must have their educational units evaluated by an educational evaluation service. The result must be submitted to the Human Resources Department no later than the close of the recruitment. Please contact the local college or university to learn where this service can be obtained.

How to Submit Your Documents

In addition to uploading attachments when applying online, candidates may submit documents by fax to (707) 784-3424, or by email to recruitment@solanocounty.gov. Be sure to include (Public Health Nurse Manager) and the recruitment number (25-336010-01) in your email or fax.
Americans with Disabilities Act

It is the policy of Solano County that all employment decisions and personnel policies will be applied equally to all County employees and applicants and be based upon the needs of County service, job related merit, and ability to perform the job.

APPLICANTS WITH DISABILITIES:Qualified individuals with a disability, who are able to perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, and need an accommodation during any phase of the recruitment/testing/examination process (as detailed in the "Selection Process"), must complete the following Request for Testing Accommodation by Applicants with Disabilities Form.

This form must be received in the Human Resources Department by the application review deadline. Applicants will be contacted to discuss the specifics of the request.
We offer a benefits package to employees which includes health care, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, holidays, vacation, and sick leave

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This Supplemental Questionnaire will be used to determine applicants' qualifications for this position and assess an applicant's ability to advance in the recruitment process; therefore, applicants are encouraged to answer all questions thoroughly and completely. Omitted information will not be considered or assumed. Applicants who have no experience in a specific area are recommended to state "no experience in this area" instead of leaving the space blank.Please note that the experience in your answers must be reflected in your employment history.I understand the above information

• Yes
• No

02

Please indicate which statement best describe your Public Health nursing experience:

• I have three or more years of Public Health Nursing experience.
• I have less than three years of Public Health Nursing experience.
• I have no relevant Public Health Nursing experience.

03

Please indicate which statement best describe your Mental Health nursing experience:

• I have three or more years of Mental Health Nursing experience
• I have less than three years of Mental Health Nursing experience
• I have no relevant Mental Health Nursing experience

04

Please indicate which statement best describe your supervisory experience:

• I have one year of more of supervisory experience.
• I have less than one year of supervisory experience.
• I have no supervisory experience.

05

Please indicate which statement best describes your program coordinator responsibility experience:

• I have one year or more of program coordinator responsibility experience.
• I have less than one year of program coordinator responsibility experience.
• I have no program coordinator responsibility experience.

06

I currently possess a valid Registered Nurse license issued by the California Board of Registered Nursing, and proof is attached to my application.

• Yes
• No

07

I currently possess a California State Public Health Nursing certificate, and proof is attached to my application.

• Yes
• No

08

I currently possess a valid CPR certificate, and proof is attached to my application.

• Yes
• No

09

I understand that this recruitment requires me to submit verification of the following:1. Copy of Bachelor's degree in Public Health or Nursing administration2. Copy of Master's degree, if applicable3. Current Registered Nurse license issued by the California Board of Registering Nursing4. Current California State Public Health nursing certificate5. CPR certificationI further understand that failure to submit the required documents by the application review deadline will result in my disqualification from this recruitment. I will upload them with my application or email them to recruitment@solanocounty.gov or fax them at (707) 784-3424.

• Yes
• No

10

Positions in this classification may be required to drive depending on assignment. If assigned to a position that requires driving, do you possess a valid Driver's License?

• Yes
• No

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If you have a valid Driver's License, please provide the State and Driver's License number. If you do not have a valid Driver's License, please write "n/a."
Required Question