Leadership for Healthy People and Communities

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02/06/2023

Director of Health Promotion and Preparedness

Wood County Health Department

DATE POSTED:                             January 25, 2023

TITLE:                                         Director of Health Promotion and Preparedness (Director of Nursing)

CLASSIFIED:                                 Full Time; FLSA Exempt    

PAY RANGE:                                 $35.44-$49.63/hr. ($73,715.20-$103,230.40/yr.), depending on experience; 180-Day Probationary Period

WORK HOURS:                              8:30 A.M. to 4:30 P.M.; some nights/weekends/holidays may be required

IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR:           Deputy Health Commissioner

POSITION OVERVIEW: 

Wood County Health Department is committed to leading efforts to foster healthy lifestyles across our community. Effective population health initiatives substantially contribute to reducing impacts of chronic disease and improving overall health. The Director of Health Promotion and Preparedness, who will also serve as the agency’s Director of Nursing, will play an integral role in leading the development of strategies and partnerships to advance population health and improve the agency’s ability to prepare for, respond to and help the community recover from incidents.  The ideal candidate will be passionate about public health and have previous, demonstrated experience improving lives in the community.

As a member of the senior leadership team, the Director of Health Promotion and Preparedness (HPP) provides strategic leadership and operational oversight of the health department’s HPP Division, which includes the agency’s epidemiology, IT, preparedness, and public health nursing programs.  This position is responsible for the recruitment, onboarding, management and retention of staff in the HPP Division.  The Director of HPP will oversee all aspects of HPP Division programs; serve as the agency’s Director of Nursing and provide clinical direction for public health nursing services; foster retention and expansion of public health nursing clients and services; build and establish sustainable population health services, beyond those already in place; develop, implement and maintain policies that position the HPP Division for effective and nimble operations; lead application for, budgeting of, and effective management of Division funds; ensure appropriate use of program funding, in accordance with grant rules and spending authorizations; prepare and provide accurate program reports by established deadlines; provide timely, accurate responses to all grant and other applicable inquiries; and work effectively with agency partners to achieve public health goals and priorities.

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing from an accredited school of professional nursing (Master’s degree preferred), ideally with a focus in community or public health nursing and health education. 
• Active Registered Nursing license from the Ohio Board of Nursing. 
• Minimum of five (5) years’ experience in public health, community nursing, population health, or a similar background, with at least two (2) years in a supervisory capacity.
• Must have strong organizational skills, strong analytical thinking abilities, strong attention to detail, work independently, the ability to multi-task, ability to meet deadlines, be a leader who effectively delegates and utilizes staff, and be passionate about growing and expanding public health services.
• Experience working in public health, FQHCs or with governmental grants valuable.
• Knowledge of public health laws, regulations and standards for public health nursing.
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Must successfully pass background check.
• Must possess a valid Ohio driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Must be able to provide proof of automobile insurance.
• COVID-19 vaccination or eligibility for medical or religious exemption required.
• NOTE: An individual who poses a direct threat to the health and safety of others in the workplace will be deemed not qualified for this position. 

Submit Resume, Cover Letter and Application to:             Julie Kauffman, HR Coordinator                                                                                            1840 East Gypsy Lane Rd                                                                                            Bowling Green, Ohio 43402                                                                                            419-352-8402 X 3226                                                                                            jkauffman@woodcountyohio.gov Date Submitted by:  Applicant Pool will close at end of day on March 1, 2023. All applications submitted by deadline will be considered. Interviews will occur on a rolling basis.  Note:  A signed and notarized employment application must be submitted to be considered for employment with the Wood County Health Department.  Resumes submitted without an Employment Application will not be considered a complete application for employment.  Application Link: https://www.co.wood.oh.us/commissioners/employment/Application%202022.pdf

Wood County Health Department is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Health Department will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer. 

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