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County Health Officer
Mendocino County
Post Date
July 22, 2026
Salary
$185,224 - $225,139 annually
Description
THE COUNTY OF MENDOCINO is seeking an innovative and community-oriented County Health Officer (CHO) to serve as the county’s chief public health strategist, developing and implementing health policy, overseeing public health preparedness efforts, and ensuring community health initiatives meet the needs of all residents. Working closely with local tribal health organizations, community clinics, and other critical partners, the CHO will foster a cohesive healthcare system that supports a diverse population. Their role will encompass medical oversight of programs for communicable disease control, environmental health, and maternal and child health.
Under the direction of the Health Services Director, the County Health Officer ensures enforcement of California statutes, regulations, and local ordinances pertaining to the protection of public health; oversees public health programs as pre-scribed by the California Department of Public Health; advises the Board of Supervisors and Health Services Director concerning community health issues; assesses and reports on the County’s health status; and, provides leadership in developing health policy for the County and the community.
As a key member of the department’s executive team, the CHO will advise the Board of Supervisors, and work closely with the Director of Nursing, the Disaster Services Nurse in charge of emergency preparedness, and two supporting Deputy Health Officers—who specialize in communicable disease and children’s services, respectively. The CHO will supervise health education initiatives, collaborate with healthcare providers, and ensure the delivery of quality health services, including for juvenile hall. The CHO will also work closely with local agencies, other County departments, and participate on state and national health boards and committees.
To view the job flyer click here.
To be considered for this career opportunity, please submit a completed County application and resume through
the County’s website at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/mendocinoca
County Health Officer
Mendocino County
Post Date
July 22, 2026
Salary
$185,224 - $225,139 annually
Description
THE COUNTY OF MENDOCINO is seeking an innovative and community-oriented County Health Officer (CHO) to serve as the county’s chief public health strategist, developing and implementing health policy, overseeing public health preparedness efforts, and ensuring community health initiatives meet the needs of all residents. Working closely with local tribal health organizations, community clinics, and other critical partners, the CHO will foster a cohesive healthcare system that supports a diverse population. Their role will encompass medical oversight of programs for communicable disease control, environmental health, and maternal and child health.
Under the direction of the Health Services Director, the County Health Officer ensures enforcement of California statutes, regulations, and local ordinances pertaining to the protection of public health; oversees public health programs as pre-scribed by the California Department of Public Health; advises the Board of Supervisors and Health Services Director concerning community health issues; assesses and reports on the County’s health status; and, provides leadership in developing health policy for the County and the community.
As a key member of the department’s executive team, the CHO will advise the Board of Supervisors, and work closely with the Director of Nursing, the Disaster Services Nurse in charge of emergency preparedness, and two supporting Deputy Health Officers—who specialize in communicable disease and children’s services, respectively. The CHO will supervise health education initiatives, collaborate with healthcare providers, and ensure the delivery of quality health services, including for juvenile hall. The CHO will also work closely with local agencies, other County departments, and participate on state and national health boards and committees.
To view the job flyer click here.
To be considered for this career opportunity, please submit a completed County application and resume through
the County’s website at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/mendocinoca
Salary : $185,224 - $225,139