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Job Description
ABOUT US
At the County of Marin, our employees overwhelmingly report feeling their work is meaningful, they like the work they do, and they are proud to tell people “I work for the County of Marin.” Discover more about us, our values and our organizational culture on the Department of Human Resources website . Read on to find out more about this opportunity.
DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES :
At Health & Human Services, we serve our community through the values of support, unity, trust and excellence with one common goal: to promote and protect the health, well-being, safety and self-sufficiency of all in Marin. Join our team of bright, committed, and energetic people who also want to make an impact through public service.
ABOUT THE POSITION
This Senior Public Health Nurse (Sr. PHN) specializes in tuberculosis (TB) and is a key member of the Communicable Disease, Prevention, and Control (CDPC) Unit within the Division of Public Health in the Health and Human Services Department (HHS). This position plays a pivotal role in overseeing clinical operations and service delivery related to the prevention, treatment, and control of TB. Reporting to the Supervising Public Health Nurse, this role serves as the lead clinical authority within the TB program, ensuring the highest standards of care and operational efficiency.
The Sr. PHN assumes responsibility for organizing, coordinating, scheduling, assigning, directing, and reviewing the work of the CDPC program staff. This position leads efforts in TB disease investigation, surveillance, case management, consultation, nursing, health education, and training, ensuring that individuals and communities are protected from the spread of tuberculosis.
The Sr. PHN works as co-lead for this program and works collaboratively with local healthcare providers, medical facilities, and other county departments to support community health and TB prevention. They ensure that all local practices align with state and federal guidelines, including adherence to the California Department of Public Health Tuberculosis Control Branch and CDC protocols.
This position also contributes to policy development, quality improvement initiatives, and program evaluation to enhance public health outcomes related to TB and broader communicable disease efforts.
This fixed term position is initially funded up to June 30, 2026 . This position is budgeted for 18 months. However, there may be opportunities for the hired individual during this time-period to move to a regular, ongoing position as other vacancies or promotional opportunities occur, or the position may be funded and convert to an ongoing position. Fixed-term employment ends when the position’s funding finishes, or the work is completed. Employees in these positions are exempt from the County’s policies regarding lay-off order and reduction-in-force rights.
ABOUT YOU
Our Highly Qualified Candidate:
Our ideal candidate is a highly experienced Public Health Registered Nurse with at least two years of direct experience managing TB cases, conducting case investigations, and performing comprehensive case management. This individual brings expertise in tuberculosis prevention and control, coupled with a strong ability to apply evidence-based practices to public health nursing.
The successful candidate has experience working in a county public health system and is familiar with state-mandated programs, including California’s Title 17 reporting guidelines. They are adept at using electronic medical record systems and public health databases to document and track cases accurately. The candidate is also skilled in interpreting and explaining TB-related disease control and laboratory testing guidelines to diverse audiences, including healthcare providers, community partners, and the public.
As a co-lead for the TB program, the ideal candidate assists in developing the program and contributing to creating and refining policies and procedures to enhance service delivery. They possess strong organizational and problem-solving skills, enabling them to prioritize tasks, respond effectively to urgent situations, and support the program’s operational goals.
The ideal candidate thrives in a collaborative environment, building effective working relationships with team members, community partners, and other stakeholders. They provide quality assurance and oversight to staff, nursing students, and interns while demonstrating exceptional customer service, leadership, and a commitment to public health excellence.
Qualifications
Knowledge of:- Principles and practices of work supervision, including work planning, assignment and review.
- Principles and processes of personnel supervision, including training and performance review.
- Principles, practices, methods and procedures of public health nursing, health promotion and disease prevention and control.
- General nursing principles, practices and techniques, including assessment, patient care planning and delivery, patient education and evaluation of outcomes.
- Medical terminology and equipment.
- Nursing routines and protocols specific to area of assignment.
- Principles and techniques of drug administration and uses and effects of medications.
- Principles, practices and techniques of safety and infection control.
- Laws, rules and regulations governing the practice of public health nursing.
- Community medical and social agencies and resources.
- Environmental, sociological and psychological problems affecting public health nursing.
- Child and elder abuse and neglect and domestic violence reporting laws.
- Plan, assign, direct, and review the work of others.
- Provide lead direction, training and guidance to professional staff.
- Assure quality of care and coordinate nursing services with other providers and programs.
- Independently plan, organize and implement public health nursing activities.
- Assess community, individual and family health needs and problems.
- Develop and implement patient care plans and/or referrals.
- Administer medications, perform skilled nursing treatments and procedures and adapt nursing skills to various environments and situations.
- Apply teaching principles and provide education and counseling.
- Exercise sound independent judgment within scope of authority and practice.
- Prepare and maintain organized, detailed and accurate medical records.
- Collaborate with other members of the health care team on an ongoing basis.
- Demonstrate sensitivity to the effects of culture and ethnic background on health issues.
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
Minimum Qualifications and Certifications & Licenses
Equivalent to two years of public health nursing experience, plus verification of seven (7) hours of training in detection, prevention, intervention and reporting requirements and treatment of child abuse and neglect. Specified assignments in this classification may require a minimum residency or community involvement period in specified community districts and/or firsthand experience of health problems and successful rehabilitation for such problems in the targeted population.
Certificates and Licenses- Possession of a valid Registered Nurse License and a Public Health Certificate issued by the State of California.
- Possession of a current CPR certificate.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
All applicants will receive email notifications regarding their status in the recruitment process. Please be sure to check your spam settings to allow our emails to reach you. You may also log into your Governmentjobs.com account to view these emails.
Testing and Eligible List: Depending on the number of qualified applications received, the examination may consist of a highly qualified review, application screening, online assessment, written examination, oral examination, performance examination, or any combination to determine which candidates' names will be placed on the eligible list. The eligible list established from this recruitment may be used to fill the current vacancy, and any future vacancies for open, fixed-term, full-time or part-time positions which may occur while the list remains active.
LiveScan:
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTSCandidates selected are subject to fingerprinting by the Sheriff's Department and must pass a Department of Justice LiveScan background check prior to appointment.
Disaster Service Workers: All County of Marin employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law (California Government Code Section 3100-3109). Employment with the County requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to complete all Disaster Service Worker-related training as assigned, and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency.
Equal Employment Opportunity Employer: If you have questions regarding equal employment opportunities, please contact Roger Crawford, Equal Employment Opportunity Director, at 415-473-2095. If you have questions concerning this position announcement, please contact Sarah Githens at sarah.githens@marincounty.gov .
PLEASE NOTE: The benefits described herein do not apply to temporary (contingent) or to part-time employees that work less than 50%.
COUNTY OF MARIN BENEFITS: GENERAL
Below are some of the excellent benefits the County offers. More information about our benefits can be found on the Marin County's Benefits Homepage .
Paid Time Off : Competitive vacation accrual; 12 holidays per year; and generous sick leave accruals. Additional types of paid leaves are available for some bargaining units.
Health Plan : Choice of four health plans (two Kaiser HMOs, Western Health Advantage HMO, and an Anthem Blue Cross PPO) along with dental through Delta Dental PPO, and vision through Vision Service Plan (VSP). There is a County contribution toward the premiums (the contribution amount varies depending on coverage tier elected such as employee only, employee + 1, employee + family). Plus, the County offers excellent Life Insurance, Disability, Flexible Spending Plans, a Dependent Care Assistance Program, professional development and more.
Retirement : Defined benefit plan under the County Employees Retirement Act of 1937. More information can be found online at www.mcera.org.
IRS 457 Plan : Choice of pre-tax or post-tax (Roth) employee contribution up to the IRS annual maximum.
Retiree Medical : The County provides access to group health plan coverage to eligible retirees.
For specific questions regarding the employment process, please contact Human Resources at (415) 473-6104. For additional details about the benefits or retirement, please contact the Benefits Division at (415) 473-2197.
*IMPORTANT NOTE: Benefits described herein do not represent a contract and may be changed without notice.
Closing Date/Time: 2/13/2025 11:59 PM Pacific -
ABOUT THE COMPANY
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County of Marin
Show moreThe County of Marin is a vibrant and thriving organization comprised of 23 agencies and departments with a workforce of approximately 2,400 employees. The County’s array of public safety, community development, public works, health and human services, community services and administrative services is governed by the Board of Supervisors, which is made up of an elected representative from each of the five voting districts in this county.
This diverse organization strives to uphold a set of core values at work: respect, trust, integrity, diversity, equality, excellence, accountability, innovation, and collaboration. These values keep the organization and its individuals healthy, resulting in successful and sustainable quality service delivery. In addition, the County is committed to being a well-managed organization that relies on the talents of its workforce to succeed.
OUR MISSION AS A COUNTY:
To provide excellent services that support healthy, safe and sustainable communities; preserve Marin’s unique environmental heritage; and encourage meaningful participation in the governance of the County by all.
When you’re employed in local government the effects of your work are visible all around you. Your work is an integral part of the day-to-day lives of Marin County residents and visitors. From the roads we drive on, to the parks and libraries we visit, to the services we rely on to keep us healthy and safe, County employees contribute directly to the sustained well-being of Marin County’s communities.
We are motivated to preserve the importance of Equity, Economy, Environment and Education that make our County unique. With over 3000 employees, volunteers and interns across 22 departments, we are a part of the communities we serve. We work with our core values in mind: Integrity, Respect, Diversity, Innovation, Collaboration, and Excellence. These values are not only part of our organization’s strategic initiatives and goals[PDF], but they are what unify us in our work across a variety of perspectives and skillsets.
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