Under general administrative direction from the Director of Health Care Services, directs and administers Public Health Services programs and operations within the San Joaquin County Health Care Services Agency; and does related work as required.
CLASS CHARACTERISTICS
The Chief Deputy Director – Public Health Services is an at-will, single position class that is exempt from the San Joaquin County Civil Service system. In cooperation with the Public Health Officer, the incumbent is responsible for leading, managing, and administering Public Health Services programs, functions, budgets and activities and ensuring their compliance with all applicable laws and regulations, as well as the policies established by the Director of Health Care Services, the County Administrator, and the Board of Supervisors. The incumbent is expected to model a strong work ethic and leadership skills, including accountability for oneself and others.
TYPICAL DUTIES
This specification is a general guideline for the class. The statements below are not restrictive, and the responsibilities and duties assigned to a position in this class may expand beyond those identified in the specification.
Plans, organizes, and directs Public Health Services programs, functions, budgets and activities; directs operations to maximize efficiency, improve service levels, reduce administrative and service provision costs, and ensure effective utilization of available resources; exercises good judgment and makes sound business decisions in managing activities; provides strategic leadership through communication, demonstration, and accomplishment of the organizational mission, vision, and values.
Through subordinate managers and supervisors, manages the work activities and responsibilities assigned to Public Health Services staff; directs and administers personnel matters including employee selection, assignment, and evaluation; directs employee discipline as required; directs and oversees staff development and training.
Directs the development and implementation of Public Health Services operational policies and procedures; administers programs in compliance with legal regulations and requirements; analyzes and interprets existing and proposed legislation as well as various regulations, policies, procedures, and other directives to determine impact on operations.
Directs the development and administration of Public Health Services budgets and operating objectives; determines levels of service; analyzes services to ensure cost effectiveness and superior customer service.
Attends meetings of the Board of Supervisors and provides recommendations on matters germane to areas of assignment; confers with management staff on policies, procedures, and workload standards, and directs changes as needed; participates on task forces and committees; represents Public Health Services to outside agencies and the general public.
Prepares, or directs the preparation of, complex narrative, statistical, and other management reports; designs grant projects, writes grant proposals, and implements and monitors grant projects.
Directs and manages the effective development and utilization of technology to improve systems and processes; coordinates facility services including building and property maintenance, procurement and distribution of supplies, automotive fleet management, and insurance and liability programs.
Develops and maintains cooperative and collaborative working relationships with federal, state and county officials, outside agencies, community groups, and the public; communicates and cooperates with other Health Care Services departments, fostering cooperation and avoiding duplication.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS
Education: Graduation from an accredited university with a master’s degree in public health, business administration, public administration, or a related field.
Experience: Five years of senior-level management experience in a federal, state, or local public health department, or other research, epidemiological, or population-based health setting.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
License: Possession of a valid California driver’s license.
KNOWLEDGE
The programs, services, and organization of a public health agency principles and practices of public administration, including effective organization, administration, fiscal management, procurement, facilities management, and supervision; trends of the field of public health, as well as social, political, and economic issues influencing program administration; methods of conducting research, performing statistical analyses, and gathering data; principles and practices of public relations; program and grant development; modern office automation technology and computer software programs relevant to assigned operations.
ABILITY
Plan, organize, direct and administer the operations, programs and services of a comprehensive public health agency in a cost-effective manner while also ensuring excellent customer service; efficiently and effectively apply the principles, practices, and techniques of public administration to understand, interpret, and manage fiscal, budgetary, recordkeeping, general services, and related administrative activities; provide appropriate and effective leadership and management over diverse staff teams, including subordinate managers and supervisors; exercise good judgment and make sound managerial decisions; exercise analytical and critical thinking to analyze complex problems and recommend appropriate solutions; understand, interpret, and apply legal codes, regulations, and rules pertaining to program operations; prepare and administer budgets, as well as fiscal and financial records; communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; prepare and deliver thorough and comprehensive written reports and give oral presentations to small and large groups; direct the utilization of complex automated systems and manage automation efforts, including the direction of systems development, maintenance, and operation; establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted during the course of work, including other County departments, external agencies, employees, community groups, and the general public.
PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS
Mobility—frequent sitting for long periods; frequent walking; occasional standing, pushing, pulling, bending, squatting, climbing stairs; frequent operation of a data entry device; Lifting—frequently 5 pounds or less; occasionally 5 to 30 pounds; Visual—constant good overall vision and reading/close-up work; frequent color perception and use of eye/hand coordination; occasional use of depth perception and peripheral vision; Hearing/Talking—frequent hearing of normal speech, hearing/talking on the telephone, talking in person; Dexterity—frequent use of normal dexterity with frequent writing and repetitive motion; Emotional/Psychological—frequent decision-making, concentration, and public contact; Special Requirements—may occasionally require working nights and weekends; Environmental—frequent work in an indoor office environment; occasional exposure to varied weather conditions.
San Joaquin County complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and, upon request, will consider reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.
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