Public Health Division Administrator
Posting Begin Date: 2024/03/11
Posting End Date: 2024/03/25
Category: Environmental Services
Sub Category: Public Health
Work Type: Full Time
Location: Caldwell, ID, United States
Minimum Salary: 47.07
Maximum Salary: 55.38
Pay Rate Type: Hourly
Description
- Vision: A Healthier Southwest Idaho.
- Mission: To promote the health and wellness of those who live, work and play in Southwest Idaho.
- Values: Accountability, customer-focused, and teamwork influence the work we do and the difference we hope to make.
Are you looking for an opportunity to serve the communities of Adams, Washington, Payette, Gem, Canyon, and Owyhee counties? Do you crave a job where you can make a difference and serve the public?Southwest District Health (SWDH) is recruiting aPublic Health Division Administratorto join the dedicated group of public health professionals in theirEnvironmental and Community Health Services (ECHS) Division.
If you crave team-oriented work, purpose, and work/life balance, perhaps it's time you considered a career with SWDH. We're all about shaking up the stereotype that working in government is dull. We're disruptors and innovators, all passionately sharing the same vision of making Southwest Idaho the best place to live, work, and play. We believe in fostering a positive and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.
As theECHS Division Administratorand public health employee, you will serve an active role enforcing state laws, working with state and local partners, and navigating the political landscape to improve the health of your community. As the leader of a diverse and self-motivated team, you will establish delivery of essential public health services including environmental health and facilities inspections, licensing and permitting; community policy, systems, and environmental changes; health promotion, education, community outreach, and engagement; communicable disease control, and public health preparedness. This position oversees operations, administration, customer/client relations, and fiscal management of the division.
Excellent Benefits
This budgeted, regular full-time position offers a competitive benefits package includingPERSI (one of the BEST RETIREMENT system available in the Nation) (https://www.persi.idaho.gov/docs/members/PERSI-Benefits-at-a-Glance.pdf) with a lifetime benefit!
- Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits (https://ogi.idaho.gov/benefits-plans/) (Plan options offer employee only coverage for full-time/30+hours per weekPPO $65/monthfor medical and vision and $11.80/month for dental, with a low premium cost for adding additional family members. Or aFreeHigh Deductible Health Planfor employees only and low cost for additional members.)
- Life Insurance (https://ogi.idaho.gov/life-disability/) (FREE basic and paid for supplemental options for both the employee and eligible dependents.)
- 11 paid holidays per yearand generous vacation and sick leave accrual beginning as soon as you start (Holiday pay and accruals are calculated on a prorated basis depending on how many hours worked.)
- Optional 401K (https://www.persi.idaho.gov/choice-401k-plan/active-members/) and 457 (https://www.idahodc.com/rsc-web-preauth/index.html) Saving Plans
- Wellness Programs (https://ogi.idaho.gov/be-healthy/)
- Bring your canine friend to work on Fridays
- In-house gym and walking path
- Ongoing internal and external training opportunities
- Opportunity for Student Loan Forgiveness (https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service) and Tuition Reimbursement!
Our generous benefits package elevates the total compensation for a full-time Division Administrator. Our offering transforms the hourly pay range from $47.07 - $55.38/hour to an estimated $64.17 - $74.33/hour, showcasing the value we invest in your well-being and professional growth.
Typical Duties:
Candidates must be able to complete the essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation and meet all the mandatory qualifications of the position.
- Lead strategic initiatives to enhance SWDH's public health position.
- Collaborate on strategy development and problem-solving within the Leadership Team.
- Translate strategy into actionable goals and manage performance effectively.
- Ensure responsible stewardship of resources and uphold organizational values.
- Cultivate an inclusive culture and promote teamwork.
- Improve operational efficiency of Environmental and Community Health Services.
- Direct environmental and community health programs effectively.
- Manage continuous improvement and innovation efforts.
- Coordinate work assignments and facilitate communication.
- Resolve complex inquiries and implement change management.
- Serve as a representative on internal and external committees.
- Prepare analyses, audit responses, and special projects.
- Contribute to continuity and facility expansion planning.
- Recruit, train, and evaluate staff; provide guidance.
- Develop and monitor the budget.
Minimum Qualifications:
You must possess all the minimum qualifications listed below to qualify for this position. All required experience and/or education must be listed under the work history section of this application OR on your resume and must include a detailed explanation of your roles and responsibilities at each relevant employer.
Minimum Qualifications (MQ):
- Considerable knowledge ofpublic, business, or public health/healthcare administration, typically gained through either a closely related master's degree, a bachelor's degree with 1 year of relevant experience, 4-5 years of high-level directly related work experience, or a combination of coursework and experience that represents the knowledge level above.
- Good knowledge of emotional intelligence and political acumen, typically gained through either a closely related bachelor's degree, 2-4 upper division college courses related to the subject and 2-4 years of mid-level work experience closely related to the subject, or a combination of coursework and experience that represents the knowledge level above.
- Approximately (4-5) years of related work experience in the following areas:
- + Leadership
- Management of multiple teams
- Approximately (2-4) years of related work experience in the following areas:
- + Developing a team
- Interpreting and applying laws and regulations
- Public speaking
- Conflict resolution
MQ Specialty:
- Valid Driver's License
- Approximately (2-4) years of related work experience in the following areas:
- + Budget monitoring
- Strategic development
- Operations Management including environmental or public health service delivery
Ideal Knowledge, Skill, and Abilities:
- Bachelor's degree or higher in public administration, business, public health, environmental science, anthropology, sociology, urban planning and design, or related field.
- Excellent leadership skills, with steadfast resolve and personal integrity.
- Knowledge of advanced business planning and regulatory issues.
- Knowledge of data analysis and performance metrics or understands financial and quantitative information and has ability to manage operations within budgets.
- Knowledge of compliance best practices, including HIPAA and protected health information (PHI).
- Problem-solving skills.
- Ability to implement an organization's strategy and vision.
- Ability to diagnose problems quickly and foresee potential issues.
Supplemental Information:
Who May Apply
Individuals who meet all the "MQ's" and "MQ Specialties" listed above. Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview. The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding reasonable accommodation may be directed to the contact listed on this job posting.
How to Apply
Log in to yourhttps://statecareers.idaho.gov/account, find this job announcement and select the Apply Now button. Attach your most current resume and follow the promptings to complete the exam. Hit submit. Applications will be accepted through 4:59 PM MST on the posting end date.
The successful candidate will have a history and background supportive of the department's mission goal and be required to complete a pre-employment drug test and a criminal history background check to include fingerprints.
SWDH is an equal opportunity employer and hiring is done without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, marital status, sex, age, or disability, exercising the right to family care and medical leave. In addition, preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations. Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodation to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodation or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Human Resource Office at 208.455.5318.
NOTICE: Idaho's Public Health Districts are agencies that are authorized by the State of Idaho as independent bodies. District employees are not State of Idaho employees, rather District employees who receive benefits through the Office of Group Insurance.
To learn more about Southwest District Health, please visit SWDH.id.gov.
If you would like to become a part of our team, we encourage you to apply.
If you have questions about this position, please contact us at:
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 208.455.5318