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POSITION: Public Health Deputy Director

DUTIES:

> The Deputy Director performs assigned executive level duties under the direction of the Public Health Director and, in the absence of the Director, provides executive leadership for the Public Health Department. > The Deputy coordinates and supports work in all Public Health divisions and programs, and specifically supervises work in the department s prevention programming. > The Deputy assists the Director in the areas of administration, finance, budgeting, communication, grants management, training, policy and human resources, as assigned. > Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. This is not an all-inclusive list of all job duties that may be required; employees will be required to perform other related duties as assigned by the Public Health Director. > Provides oversight and directs the implementation of operations, programs and divisions, provides strategic planning, coordinating, administering and evaluation of programs, processes, systems, grants and servic > Oversees the planning, supervision and coordination of Departmental services as assigned by the Director. > Ensures compliance with applicable regulations and standards. > Oversees the establishment, review and revision of departmental policies and operating procedures and directs the optimization of resource utilization and program/service outcomes. > Represents the department to key community health and wellness partners, community organizations, and engages in collaborative efforts to promote organizational strategic goals and objectives. > Acts as an official representative of the Department in a professional manner with local, state, and national agencies and organizations. > Oversees communication efforts, including periodic reports, community assessments, press relations and marketing. > Develops short and long-term goals, objectives and plans. > Develops, administers and monitors budget in coordination with the Director. > Reviews financial statements. > Enforces internal control policies. > Participates in the recruitment and hiring of top-level departmental staff. > Directs facility management functions and long-range capital planning and budgeting.

REQUIREMENTS:

> To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the above requirements satisfactorily. > Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. > A pre-employment drug screening and background check will be required. A current Colorado Driver s License is preferred. > Bachelor s Degree in Public Health or Public/Business Administration required. > Master s Degree and five years upper-level management preferred.

SKILLS: > A minimum of five years professional experience in an upper level management position is preferred. OR > An equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above, unless otherwise subject to any other requirements set forth in law or regulation. > Ability to read and interpret documents such as State regulations and procedure manuals. > Ability to write, correspond, and to speak effectively with clients, community members and/or employees of the organization. > Ability to communicate clearly and concisely verbally and in writing. Ability to prepare technical reports, provide direction and make presentations to a wide variety of audiences. > Basic math skills are required. > REASONING ABILITY - Ability to solve problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables. > Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form. > Ability to supervise all levels of personnel. > Knowledge of the essential functions of public health within a society.

WAGE: $75,524.80 - $78,561.60 per annum, Depending on Experience.

SHIFTS: This is a full-time position at 40 hours per week. Some evening and weekends may be needed, with advance scheduling.

JOB SITE: Monte Vista, Colorado

BENEFITS: To be discussed with employer

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: If you meet the minimum requirements for this position, please click on How to Apply to view application information. You must be registered with Connecting Colorado to view the application information (registration is available at no cost).