Guilford County Government
Public Health Director
Guilford County Government, Greensboro, North Carolina, us, 27497
Salary
$130,064.00 - $232,659.00 Annually
Location
1100 East Wendover Avenue Greensboro, NC
Job Type
Full Time
Job Number
03443
Department
County Administration
Opening Date
08/12/2024
Closing Date
Continuous
GUILFORD COUNTY GOVERNMENT
Empower Successful People to thrive in a Strong Community supported by Quality Government
Transparency & Communication | Equity & Inclusion | Accountability
Service & Outcomes Excellence | Our People Matter
DescriptionGuilford 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 ProcessApplications 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.
Salary placement will depend on directly related qualifications, with an excellent benefits package.
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.
Some of the programs include vital records, family planning, maternity care, primary care, refugee health, school health, dental, child health, communicable disease, immunizations, environmental health, laboratory and home visitation care coordination and management.
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.
Examples of DutiesEssential Duties and Responsibilities
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.
Recommend and develop new regulations and ordinances.
Lead initiatives to educate the public on health issues.
Promote healthy lifestyles through targeted programs and campaigns.
Collaborate with community organizations to enhance health education efforts.
Coordinate community assessment and data collection.
Oversee the systematic collection, analysis, and dissemination of community health data.
Interpret data for other agencies, organizations, and local policymakers.
Identify key health needs and priorities based on assessment findings.
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.
Organize and lead mass vaccination clinics, emergency shelters, and other response activities.
Participate in the Emergency Operations Center (EOC) during emergencies.
Ensure the health department meets and maintains accreditation standards.
Develop and manage the department’s budget.
Seek and secure funding opportunities to support public health programs and county priorities.
Foster partnerships with community organizations, healthcare providers, and other stakeholders.
Engage with advocacy groups, K-12 schools, and the public to promote public health initiatives.
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.
Typical QualificationsMinimum 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.
Supplemental InformationThe Community
Founded in 1771, Guilford County is the third-most populous County in North Carolina. It includes the cities of Greensboro and High Point and several towns and smaller communities.
Guilford County residents benefit from strong educational programs and a low cost of living, with friendly neighborhoods and vibrant social scenes.
Physical Demands and Work Conditions
Work is typically performed while sitting at a desk or table. The employee may be exposed to contagious or infectious diseases and occasionally cold or inclement weather.
May Require Driving
This position may require driving for county business. Motor Vehicle Reports may be verified for valid driver’s license and that the driving record is compatible with the county’s driving criteria.
Special Note : This generic class description gives an overview of the job class, its essential job functions, and recommended job requirements.
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$130,064.00 - $232,659.00 Annually
Location
1100 East Wendover Avenue Greensboro, NC
Job Type
Full Time
Job Number
03443
Department
County Administration
Opening Date
08/12/2024
Closing Date
Continuous
GUILFORD COUNTY GOVERNMENT
Empower Successful People to thrive in a Strong Community supported by Quality Government
Transparency & Communication | Equity & Inclusion | Accountability
Service & Outcomes Excellence | Our People Matter
DescriptionGuilford 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 ProcessApplications 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.
Salary placement will depend on directly related qualifications, with an excellent benefits package.
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.
Some of the programs include vital records, family planning, maternity care, primary care, refugee health, school health, dental, child health, communicable disease, immunizations, environmental health, laboratory and home visitation care coordination and management.
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.
Examples of DutiesEssential Duties and Responsibilities
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.
Recommend and develop new regulations and ordinances.
Lead initiatives to educate the public on health issues.
Promote healthy lifestyles through targeted programs and campaigns.
Collaborate with community organizations to enhance health education efforts.
Coordinate community assessment and data collection.
Oversee the systematic collection, analysis, and dissemination of community health data.
Interpret data for other agencies, organizations, and local policymakers.
Identify key health needs and priorities based on assessment findings.
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.
Organize and lead mass vaccination clinics, emergency shelters, and other response activities.
Participate in the Emergency Operations Center (EOC) during emergencies.
Ensure the health department meets and maintains accreditation standards.
Develop and manage the department’s budget.
Seek and secure funding opportunities to support public health programs and county priorities.
Foster partnerships with community organizations, healthcare providers, and other stakeholders.
Engage with advocacy groups, K-12 schools, and the public to promote public health initiatives.
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.
Typical QualificationsMinimum 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.
Supplemental InformationThe Community
Founded in 1771, Guilford County is the third-most populous County in North Carolina. It includes the cities of Greensboro and High Point and several towns and smaller communities.
Guilford County residents benefit from strong educational programs and a low cost of living, with friendly neighborhoods and vibrant social scenes.
Physical Demands and Work Conditions
Work is typically performed while sitting at a desk or table. The employee may be exposed to contagious or infectious diseases and occasionally cold or inclement weather.
May Require Driving
This position may require driving for county business. Motor Vehicle Reports may be verified for valid driver’s license and that the driving record is compatible with the county’s driving criteria.
Special Note : This generic class description gives an overview of the job class, its essential job functions, and recommended job requirements.
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