Position InformationThe Department of Health Services seeks a community-minded health professional to lead the County of Sonoma's Public Health Division!Starting salary up to $102.46/hour ($213,846/year) and a competitive total compensation package!* About the Position Reporting to the Director of Health Services, the Public Health Division Director will be responsible for the day-to-day operations of the Public Health Division, and operations and outcomes of the Public Health Division under policies and guidelines established by the Director of Health Services, as well as local, state and federal statutes. They direct, organize, implement, and coordinate the division's activities, programs, and functions.
As the ideal candidate to join this team, you appreciate the importance of the services that the division you will oversee provides this community and have a deep understanding of public health needs and services. You recognize the importance of collaboration and partnership with internal divisions and external community agencies and stakeholders. The ideal candidate will possess the following:
- Previous experience in a community health setting in a management position
- Thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of management
- Thorough knowledge of laws, rules, and regulations that affect the public health programs and services that the County of Sonoma offers
- Significant experience with developing public health programs, services, and practices
- Adeptness at communicating processes and expectations to staff, colleagues, and the executive team
- A thoughtful, flexible, and decisive mindset
- Previous experience working alongside underserved populations to help bridge the gap in health equity
- Passion for serving the public and working to find the best solution despite constraints
The Department of Health Services (DHS) DHS is one of the County's largest and most complex departments. DHS consists of the Administration, Behavioral Health, Public Health, and Homelessness Services Divisions and is driven by its mission to promote, protect, and ensure access to services that support the health, recovery, and well-being of all in Sonoma County. These ideas are the basis for how DHS operates and delivers services:
- Excellence - Strive to create a culture of learning, innovation, and data-driven practices to guide internal operations, improve performance, and build staff expertise
- Collaboration - Engage and work collaboratively with partners, communities, and staff to maximize its impact across the County
- Equity - Work to reduce disparities and ensure fairness, compassion, and social justice
For more information regarding the department, its programs, services, and partnerships, visit the DHS website .
The Public Health Division The Public Health Division promotes optimal health and quality of life for the people of Sonoma County through service, science, leadership, and community action. We monitor the health of the population, track infectious diseases, provide health care services, educate about disease and injury prevention, assure environmental health and safety, and advance personal and population-based health programs and policies. The Division prioritizes and centers its work around the achievement of health equity and eliminating disparities that result from systemic racism and structural injustices. We envision a future in which every resident of the county, regardless of who they are or where they come from, has the opportunity to thrive.
The County of Sonoma The County of Sonoma is the place to live, grow, and build your career legacy. When you join the County of Sonoma, you'll have the freedom to explore the beauty of our county - its picturesque coastline, majestic redwoods, historic towns, fine dining, award-winning wineries, and a wide variety of entertainment and cultural activities.
For additional information about the beauty of our community and the valuable services and support that the County provides our communities, please visit sonomacounty.ca.gov and sonomacountyconnections.org .
What We Offer Working at the County of Sonoma offers expansive opportunities for growth and development, the ability to be a part of a challenging and rewarding work environment, and the satisfaction of knowing you're working to better our communities. You can also look forward to flexible work arrangements and excellent benefits* including:
- Hybrid Telework - A schedule that meets the needs of our staff, department operations, and the communities we serve may be available depending on the assignment
- Salary Advancement - A salary increase after 1,040 hours (6 months when working full-time) for good work performance; eligibility for a salary increase for good performance every year thereafter, until reaching the top of the salary range
- Paid Time Off - Competitive vacation and sick leave accruals, 12 paid holidays, and an additional 8 floating holiday hours per year
- County Paid Health Premium Contributions - 100% premium contribution for the majority of employee-only and employee + family health plan options
- Staff Development/Wellness Pay - Annual benefit allowances of up to $2,000 and ongoing education/training opportunities
- Post-Retirement Health Reimbursement Arrangement - County contributions to help fund post-retirement employee health insurance/benefits
- Retirement - A pension fully integrated with Social Security
- Paid Parental Leave - May be eligible for up to 8 weeks (320 hours) after 12 months of County employment
- Student Loan Debt Relief - County employees may be eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness through the U.S. Department of Education
*Salary is negotiable within the established range. Benefits described herein do not represent a contract and may be changed without notice. Additional information can be found in the Salary Resolution (SalRes) and our Employee Benefits Directory .
This recruitment is being conducted to fill the Public Health Division Director position in the Department of Health Services. This employment list may also be used to fill future full-time, part-time, or extra-help (temporary) positions as they occur during the active status of the list.
Qualified County employees who wish to be considered for future positions should consider applying to this recruitment. The Civil Service title for this position is Health Services Division Director.
APPLICATION SUBMISSIONS REQUIRE THE SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE BE COMPLETED.Minimum QualificationsAny combination of education, experience, and training that would likely provide the knowledge and abilities listed herein. (Note: some assignments may have legally mandated requirements.)
Public Health Division Director: Education and Experience: Normally, a Master’s degree in public health, public health nursing, community health, environmental health, public administration, business administration or related field from an accredited college or university and four years of administrative or management experience at the division director, program and/or center or facility manager in a public health, community health, or environmental health program involving the evaluation, administration and program direction of varied types of public health services and programs requiring large expenditures of funds would provide such opportunity.
License: Possession of a valid driver’s license at the appropriate level including special endorsements, as required by the State of California, may be required depending upon assignment to perform the essential job functions of the position.
Knowledge, Skills, and AbilitiesThorough knowledge of: the principles, methods and protocols of the assigned division’s functional area such as public health or behavioral health; legislation and laws that regulate the assigned division and that regulate health services departments in general; principles of public policy, planning, and health services administration; health services department operations; principles and practices of providing community health services; community social, economic, and health related issues that call for the use of public and private county services.
Considerable knowledge of: modern personnel, financial administration and management practices and procedures.
Ability to: develop, organize, and coordinate health services, programs, and activities; understand interpret, and apply procedures, laws, rules and regulations as they apply to the assigned area; ensure proper compliances with federal, state and local guidelines, policies, goals, rules and regulations; plan, organize, direct, and supervise professional and other personnel engaged in providing health; exercise responsibility, initiative, ingenuity, independent analysis, and judgment in solving highly specialized health, administrative and managerial problems; establish and maintain effective working relationships; work closely with community groups, advisory boards and advocacy organizations; develop and update divisional rules, regulations and policies; direct the establishment and maintenance of a variety of records and reports pertaining to medical and non-medical services and personnel; effectively assemble, organize and present in written and/or oral form, reports containing alternative solutions and recommendations regarding plans, policies and programs; understand and appreciate differing views on the responsibility of the assigned division in the management of sensitive health issues.
Selection Procedure & Some Helpful Tips When Applying- Your application information and your responses to the supplemental questions are evaluated and taken into consideration throughout the entire selection process.
- You should list all employers and positions held within the last ten years in the work history section of your application. Be as thorough as possible when responding to the supplemental questions.
- You may include history beyond ten years if related to the position for which you are applying. If you held multiple positions with one employer, list out each position separately.
- Failure to follow these instructions may impact your competitiveness in this process or may result in disqualification.
Please visit Getting a Job with the County of Sonoma to review more detailed information about the hiring process, including the application process, examination steps, and department selection process.
APPLICATION SUBMISSIONS REQUIRE THE SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE BE COMPLETED.Responses to supplemental questions may be scored using position-specific criteria. Please provide specific and detailed responses of a reasonable length to allow for a thorough assessment of your qualifications. Responses that state, "See Resume" or "See Application" may be considered insufficient and therefore may not be scored.The selection procedure will consist of the following examination:
An
Application & Supplemental Questionnaire Appraisal Examination (weight 100%) will be conducted to evaluate each applicant's application and supplemental questionnaire for satisfaction of minimum qualifications (pass/not pass); and for educational coursework, training, experience, knowledge, and abilities which relate to this position. Each applicant will be evaluated based on the following criteria:
- Relevance of work history, related experience, and achieved level of education and/or training as described in the application and responses to the supplemental questions.
Candidates demonstrating possession of the minimum qualifications will be placed on an employment list in order of most qualified to least qualified based on the achieved score received in the Application & Supplemental Questionnaire Appraisal Examination. Scores may be adjusted based on such factors as the number of candidates, anticipated vacancies, past practice, and natural breaks in the scores achieved by this group of candidates.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION A background investigation is required prior to employment. Candidates referred to departments for a selection interview are typically required to sign authorization and release forms enabling such an investigation. Failure to sign prescribed forms will result in the candidate not being considered further for that vacancy. Reference information will not be made available to applicants.
Additional requirements, such as successful completion of a physical exam, drug screen, etc., may apply, depending on the duties and responsibilities of the position. If you receive a conditional job offer for the position, the requirements upon which the offer is contingent will be outlined in the conditional job letter. You may also review the Job Classification Screening Schedule to determine the requirements for this position.
HOW TO APPLY Applications are accepted online at www.yourpath2sonomacounty.org . Paper applications may be submitted by person, fax (707-565-3770), email, or through the mail. All applications and appropriate supplemental information as outlined in the job bulletin must be RECEIVED by the time and date specified on the first page of this job announcement. Applications received after the recruitment closes will not be accepted.
The County of Sonoma values diversity and is dedicated to creating a workplace environment that provides individuals with a sense of belonging. We are committed to having a diverse workforce that is representative of the communities we serve. The County is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer where all aspects of employment are based on merit, competence, performance, and business need.
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IMPORTANT NOTE: Benefits described herein do not apply to Extra Help positions.
COUNTY OF SONOMA BENEFITS: MANAGEMENT*These are some of the excellent benefits the County offers:
Paid Time Off :Competitive vacation accrual and sick leave accruals; additional management leave annually; 12 paid holidays, and an additional 8 floating holiday hours per year; and may be eligible for up to 8 weeks (320 hours) of Paid Parental Leave after 12 months of County employment.
Health Plan :Choose from nine health plans (three HMOs, three deductible HMOs, and three HSA-qualifying plans) with a generousCounty contribution to the premium (the contribution amount varies by bargaining unit). For more information, please see the appropriate MOU.
Retirement :Fully integrated with Social Security.For more information regarding eligibility, retirement contributions, and reciprocity with prior public service, please visit https://scretire.org/active-/-deferred/when-you-are-hired .
IRS 457 Plan :Pre-tax employee contribution up to the IRS annual maximum.
Retiree Medical :County contribution to a Health Reimbursement Arrangement to help fund post-retirement employee health insurance/benefits.
Student Loan Debt Relief :County employees may be eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness through the U.S. Department of Education.
Plus excellent dental, vision, disability, life insurance, professional development, and more.
For answers to specific questions regarding the employment process and more details about benefits or retirement, please contact Human Resources at (707) 565-2331.Additional details about benefit and compensation packages can be found in the MOUs located at https://sonomacounty.ca.gov/administrative-support-and-fiscal-services/human-resources/divisions-and-units/employee-relations/labor-agreements-and-salary-resolution . For specific information about health and welfare benefits including plan options, coverage, and premium amounts go to https://sonomacounty.ca.gov/administrative-support-and-fiscal-services/human-resources or, contact the Human Resources' Risk Management-Benefits Office at benefits@sonoma-county.org or (707) 565-2900.
*IMPORTANT NOTES: Benefits described herein do not represent a contract and may be changed without notice.
Closing Date/Time: 7/18/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
