Investigation And Response Program Director -Public Health

Job Summary

Clark County Public Health's (CCPH) mission is to work with others to protect and improve the health of all people in Clark County. The Investigation and Response Director provides supervision to program managers as well as day-to-day leadership support for the department in collaboration with the Leadership Team. This position plans, organizes and determines program organization, mission, and core services; allocates human and capital resources; develops, manages and supports implementation of short- and long-term program goals and priorities; ensures that programs meet applicable local, state and federal guidelines and contract requirements; provides training and support to program managers in implementing recruitment processes and managing assigned workforce; and remains prepared to serve in a command position under emergency incident command structure.

This is an exempt senior management position, reporting to the Deputy Director, with executive level responsibility for the administration of Public Health. The position has a broad portfolio in directing and managing the Investigation and Response division, which includes the following programs: Infectious Disease Infection Prevention and Outbreak Response, STI HIV Prevention, and Emergency Preparedness & Response.

Organizational responsibilities include understanding and promoting the department's public health mission, providing courteous, respectful, efficient customer service to all department clients, honoring diversity of all department employees and constituents, participating in department training, implementing accreditation standards, and striving for personal excellence in public health work.

Job function:

• Serves as a member of the Leadership Team for the Department and models professionalism to department staff.
• Advises the Public Health Director and Deputy Director in matters concerning program objectives, program concerns, emerging issues, and public health trends.
• Develops, coordinates, implements, and evaluates strategic planning initiatives and the necessary resources to accomplish those plans in accordance with the Department's mission, vision, and values.
• Directs program operations within the Investigation and Response division, including implementation and oversight of policies, procedures, and objectives; and evaluation of each program area to assess program effectiveness, quality of service, and cost justification.
• Ensures compliance with all applicable health laws, rules, and regulations of the Washington State Department of Health, the Clark County Board of Health, and the Clark County Public Health Department.
• Ensures proper implementation of the methods, techniques, and procedures utilized in investigation, response, analysis, and evaluation of best practices and standards of care.
• Ensures that programs within the Investigation and Response division work collaboratively to serve and protect the public's health, including the health and well-being of disproportionately affected and underserved populations as well as the entire community.
• Supervises, mentors, and evaluates team managers.
• Participates in hiring and disciplinary processes.
• Works collaboratively with team managers and leadership to identify current and future staff development needs and training opportunities.
• Responsible for proactive and timely responses to emerging issues and public health topics by establishing clear priorities and mobilizing necessary staff and resources.
• Collaborates with the Communications team to inform and educate the community.
• Oversees and participates in the preparation of reports and statistical information; presents to County and state leadership, and other outside agencies.
• Manages and monitors the division's operating budget, monthly grant, revenue and expense reports ensuring compliance with department and County policies and procedures. Provides mentoring to program managers in areas of grant and budgeting management.
• Develops and maintains strong community partnerships to address health issues and respond to emergencies.
• Represents CCPH on community and state advisory boards, committees or special projects, and promotes public health within the community.
• Provides quality assurance consultation for efforts related to programmatic objectives to evaluate effectiveness of response efforts, investigational tools, educational resources developed, trainings and outreach activities provided by CCPH.
• Demonstrates proficiency in using various computer applications (e.g. MS Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint) as applicable to design or complete forms, correspondence, spreadsheets, data entry, etc.
• Provides courteous and culturally competent customer service to providers, clients, and the public. Responds to routine inquires by phone or face to face; listens to questions and explains procedures, rules or functions according to relevant program guidelines; fulfills requests for information or directs clients to appropriate person or section.
• Completes any mandatory or relevant trainings as determined by CCPH.
• Participates in departmental emergency planning and response activities.
• Must be able to respond to public health emergencies or exercises at any time, except while on scheduled vacation or other leave. In addition, leaves may be cancelled under public health emergencies.
• Other duties as assigned.

Our department values our community's diversity and seeks ways to promote equity and inclusion within the organization and with the public. Our department also encourages applications from candidates with knowledge, ability and experience working with a broad range of individuals and communities with diverse racial, ethnic, and socio-economic backgrounds.

This is a full-time exempt position.

This position has the option of a remote/hybrid work schedule possibility. However, the candidate selected must reside in OR or WA. No Exceptions.

Qualifications

Education and Experience:

• Requires a bachelor's degree in public health, nursing, public administration, business administration, management, liberal arts or other related discipline. The degree must have been conferred by an institution of higher education and have National Recognition of Accrediting Agencies by the U.S. Secretary of Education, and official transcripts will be required at the time of hire
• Six (6) or more years of increasingly responsible supervisory experience in administration and related areas including strong management experience with demonstrated success in leading organizational change and demonstrated practices of teamwork, respect, integrity, innovation, and ongoing commitment to personal and professional development.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree in Public Health (MPH), Public Administration, Nursing (MSN) or a related field is preferred.
• Research and basic statistical knowledge.

The ideal candidate will have the following strengths:

Skills:

• Demonstrated experience in the administration and implementation of programs, including developing strategic plans, work plans, budgets and project management using science and data to make decisions and implement public health services.
• Ability to organize projects, communicate and delegate tasks, and engage and motivate among a broad spectrum of stakeholders, frequently under deadline pressure.
• Ability to identify emerging issues and potential impacts, then gather and distill information/data for presentation to decision makers that allows for an informed decision to be made.
• Demonstrated ability to establish, develop, and sustain cooperative, professional relationships with a variety of local, state, and regional organizations including governmental and community-based organizations.
• Skilled in employee management including supervision, training, team building, and conflict management.
• Demonstrated financial management skills; knowledge of practices and procedures for planning and formulating departmental budget and monitoring related expenses.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Skilled in various software packages and Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Demonstrated experience managing public health or related program and staff.
• Demonstrated working knowledge of Federal, State and Regional requirements.
• Demonstrated skills in public health principles, core function and essential services.
• Work in an environment with individuals who may have diverging opinions and viewpoints.
• Able to recognize and challenge discrimination and other myths in working across the department and throughout the county.

Knowledge of:

These are the observable and measurable attributes and skills required to successfully perform the essential functions of the job; they are generally demonstrated through qualifying experience, education, or licensure/certification.

• Principles, practices, and values of public health, including social justice, social determinants of health, and racial equity in public health practice.
• Epidemiology, health planning, health communications, and information technology.
• Concepts of institutional and structural racism and bias and their impact on the health of marginalized communities, including their impact on communicable disease and preparedness.
• Principles and practices of project management, including planning, scheduling, monitoring, and problem solving.
• Principles and practices of quality assurance and quality improvement.
• The impact of socioeconomic status, race, ethnicity, mental or physical ability, religion, gender, and gender expression, gender identity on behavior, attitudes and values related to health.
• The role of cultural, social and behavioral factors in determining the delivery of public health services.
• The Council on Linkages Public Health Competencies and incorporation into public health work.

Ability to:

• Foster effective working relationships and build consensus
• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive information
• Plan, organize, prioritize, work independently, and meet deadlines for multiple program functions.
• Use judgment and make sound decisions
• Work effectively with individuals at all levels of the organization
• Evaluate own knowledge, practice, and learning needs and take steps to improve.
• Express ideas effectively both orally and in writing and maintain accurate records.
• Effectively use a personal computer, Microsoft Office software, email, and internet to accomplish job functions.
• Work in sensitive and stressful situations.
• Effectively and respectfully work with persons from diverse backgrounds including; age, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, socioeconomic status, physical characteristics, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, veteran status, health status, genetic predisposition, political belief, mental, or physical ability.
• Accept feedback and make behavioral change.
• Seek consultation or collaboration when appropriate

Selection Process:

Resumes and other documents must be attached together in the 'Resume Upload' section of the application. Multiple files are allowed, but all applicant attachments must be uploaded simultaneously, as there is no way to edit or append uploaded materials after submitting the application.

Application Review (Pass/ Fail) - An online application is required. Attaching a resume does not substitute for a completed application; incomplete applications will not pass the application review. Candidates deemed most qualified will be invited to participate in the remainder of the selection process.

Practical Exam (Pass/Fail) - This recruitment may require a practical exam which will be job related and may include, but not limited to, the qualifications outlined in the job announcement. Candidates deemed most qualified will be invited to participate in the remainder of the selection process.

Oral Interview - The interview will be job related and may include, not limited to, the qualifications outlined in the job announcement. Top candidate(s) will continue in the process.

Employment references will be conducted for the final candidates and may include verification of education.

Examples of Duties

• Commitment to lifelong learning and practice development.
• Must be able to respond to public health emergencies or exercises at any time, except while on scheduled vacation or other leave. In addition, leaves may be cancelled under public health emergencies.
• Must protect the privacy and security of protected health information as defined in state and federal law.
• Must adhere to the Department's employee immunity policy and provide documents as requested.
• If applicable, pass respiratory mask fit-testing and be able to wear standard department-issued masks.
• Must successfully complete basic incident management courses and participate in emergency response trainings as requested.
• Must adhere to OSHA/WISHA guidelines, including but not limited to timely completion of mandatory trainings.
• Possess a valid driver's license and have access to reliable transportation

Salary Grade

M2.204

Salary Range

$8,134.00 - $11,388.00- per month

Close Date

Open Until Filled

Recruiter

Irene Catherine Chrest

Email:

Irene.Chrest@clark.wa.gov

Equal Opportunity Employer

Clark County is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing equal opportunity in employment, access, and delivery of all county services. Clark County's Equal Employment Opportunity Plan is available at http://www.clark.wa.gov/human-resources/documents.

Employee Benefits and additional compensation

Clark County provides regular full-time and part-time employees with a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, vision and dental insurance, paid leave, flexible spending accounts, life insurance and long-term disability, retirement, and deferred compensation. Some types of employees in some positions and bargaining units might have different benefits and additional compensation. More specific benefit information for the different bargaining units can be found at https://clark.wa.gov/human-resources/employee-benefits. Also please refer to the specific bargaining unit contract for additional compensation at https://clark.wa.gov/human-resources/documents.

Retirement Information

All Clark County employees must participate in a WASHINGTON STATE RETIREMENT SYSTEM PLAN (PERS, PSERS or LEOFF).Employee contributions begin the first day of work. Current contribution rates vary by plan but could range from 5% to 15% of gross pay, depending on the plan choice.

For additional information, check out the Department of Retirement Systems' web site here: http://www.drs.wa.gov/

If you are in need of ADA/Section 504 assistance for accommodations, please contact Human Resources at (564) 397-2456; Relay (800) 833-6388.