DIRECTOR - PUBLIC HEALTH, COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR

2 weeks ago

TX United States Tarrant County, TX Full time
Salary: Negotiable

Location : Tarrant County, TX

Job Type: Regular Full-time

Job Number: 09596

Department: Public Health

Opening Date: 03/04/2024

Closing Date: Continuous

Summary

Under the direction of the County Administrator, the Director of Public Health designs and administers a variety of essential services to protect the health, safety, and environment of the citizens of Tarrant County.

This position is accountable for the operation and coordination of Tarrant County Public Health as well as grant funded health services programs to ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and all local laws and policy; proper budget preparation, forecast and analysis as well as the use and management of personnel consistent with the needs of Tarrant County Public Health's program components.

Additionally, this position is accountable for the interpretation of and execution of Tarrant County's health services policies.

Posting may close at any time.

BENEFITSTarrant County employees enjoy superior health, retirement, and insurance benefits &
13 County Holidays

For more information, please click on the link below:http://www.tarrantcounty.com/en/human-resources/employee-benefits.html

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

  1. Manages the day-to-day operations of the public health department of Tarrant County.
  2. Oversees the hiring, training, disciplinary action, conflict resolution, evaluation and development of Health Department personnel.
  3. Develops and/or maintains policies and procedures, with the approval of the County Administrator's Office, that are critical to the success of the department.
  4. Recommends appropriate services and staffing levels to meet the needs of the public.
  5. Serves as a liaison for the County in negotiations with local, state, and federal officials and community-based organizations over health-related issues.
  6. Coordinates outreach initiatives to promote programs and services of the department.
  7. Facilitates the response to requests for proposals, sets goals and objectives for the department, and evaluates the efficiency and effectiveness of goals and objectives.
  8. Develops budgets consistent with the needs of the department and directs the expenditure of departmental funds.
  9. Establishes and maintains close working relationships with cooperating agencies to avoid duplication of services.
  10. Reports to the Office of the County Administrator any public health issues or emergency situations that may need to be addressed to ensure and safeguard the well-being of the citizens of Tarrant County.
  11. Monitors and evaluates public health data in order to eliminate any possible crisis situation.
  12. Responsible for addressing the major public health issues of Tarrant County.
  13. Performs all other related duties involved in the operation of the Public Health Department as assigned or required.

Minimum Requirements

NOTE: YOU MUST FILL OUT THE WORK HISTORY and EDUCATION SECTIONS OF APPLICATION TO SHOW YOU HAVE YEARS OF EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION AS REQUIRED BY HIRING DEPARTMENT OR BE DISQUALIFIED.

TO APPLY, must possess a Master's degree or higher in Public Health or a related field. A Doctor of Medicine (MD) is preferred.

TO APPLY, must have Seven (7) full-time years of work experience in public health or a related field with Five (5) of those years in management.

If hired, must provide proof of educational attainment
at New Hire Processing or during the promotional process.

Tarrant County will conduct background checks on new hires that will include a criminal background check related to convictions and deferred adjudications in the past seven years and may include credit reports, motor vehicle records, employment records and educational attainment. A conviction or deferred adjudication is not an automatic bar to employment. Each case is considered individually.
Physical Demands and Work Environment & Other Requirements

While performing the duties of this position, the incumbent is regularly required to sit and walk.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
Regular attendance is essential. Incumbent must arrive at work on time, prepared to perform assigned duties and work assigned schedule. Incumbent must have the ability to work well with others. Incumbent must be able to perform the essential functions of the position without posing a direct threat to the health and safety of themselves and others. Requested accommodations to work hours and schedules are considered on an individual basis.

Tarrant County offers a full range of employee benefit programs for eligible employees, retirees, and their families. These programs include group health plans for medical, dental, and vision coverage; an Employee Assistance Program (EAP); life and long- term disability insurance; and flexible spending accounts for health care and dependent care reimbursements. The County also provides retirement benefits. Full time employees participate in the Texas County & District Retirement System (TCDRS), and employees may also participate in a retirement savings program (Deferred Compensation). In addition to these basic employee benefits and retirement services, employees benefit from a variety of other programs including 13 paid holidays, a Wellness Program, and more.

*Note: These benefits are for Tarrant County employees only. For benefit information regarding Community Supervision and Corrections Department (CSCD) employees, please contact Patrice Harrison at (817) 884-1227.

01

Do you possess a Master's degree or higher in Public Health or a related field?
  • Yes
  • No

02

Do you possess a Doctor of Medicine (MD) degree?Note: Preferred, but not required.
  • Yes
  • No

03

Do you have Seven (7) full-time years of work experience in public health or related field with Five (5) of those years in management?
  • Yes
  • No

04

Describe your experience with developing and implementing change management plans.

05

Describe how you deal with resistance to change.

06

Describe your process for developing new ideas and solutions to solve a problem.

07

If you saw a way to improve an organization, how would you implement the recommendations?

08

Describe your work style when managing multiple projects simultaneously. How do you prioritize tasks when faced with multiple demands on your time?

09

Explain your methodology for making data driven decisions.

10

What strategies do you use to keep employees motivated?

11

Describe for us how you work with others. What is your work philosophy? Management philosophy?

12

Have you ever used strategic thinking and your planning skills to bring about a change in the way your organization conducted business? If so, provide details. Was the outcome of your initiative successful?

13

Describe working with stakeholders at all different levels within an organization.

14

Do you have experience in working with the community and partnering with other groups to achieve goals? Please provide details.

15

Why do you want this position in Tarrant County Public Health?

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