Under general supervision, performs work of considerable difficulty in managing and coordinating all public health programs and activities within the Navajo County Health Department, and performs related duties as assigned.
(Essential function, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following tasks, knowledge, skills and other characteristics. This list of tasks is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY, and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by positions in this class.)
·Supervises staff and programs such as TEPP, Physical Activity – Coronary. Holds staff meetings regularly.
·Completes records and reports; sends reports on a quarterly basis to the state. Reviews goals and progress toward the goals to report.
·Meets with coalitions, businesses and community members for obtaining program needs and to coordinate resources.
·Reviews budgets and signs documents for personnel and financial purposes. Assesses and plans future financial needs and spending for health programs. Assists with grant submissions and administration.
·Prepares reports regarding health issues and planned courses of action for programs such as unhealthy habit cessation workgroups.
·Coordinates with staff of other health programs within the health district with regard to mutual clients and other mutual issues of concern.
·Provides training to new staff and ongoing educational development for all staff.
·Tracks clients, services provided, action plans, and client reports for quality and appropriate services.
·Approves staff time sheets and leave time.
·Attends meetings and events regarding health issues to stay current.
·Travels between County sites for meetings and to oversee programs.
·Knowledge of the principles, practices and trends of public health administration.
·Knowledge of laws codes, ordinances and standards pertaining to public health and preventative medicine.
·Knowledge of principles of grant writing, grants administration and specialized grant fund reporting requirements and procedures.
·Knowledge of principles and practices of supervision.
·Skill in analyze the needs of the department and County; developing short and long range plans.
·Skill in effectively communicating verbally and in writing.
·Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with employees, other agencies and the public.
·Skill in planning, organizing and directing the work of others.
Bachelor’s Degree in Public Health Administration, Nutrition or related field; AND three years experience working in a health field including one year of supervisory experience; AND a valid driver’s license; OR equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
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