What are the responsibilities and job description for the Administrator/Deputy Health Commissioner position at Cambridge-Guernsey County Health Department?
Administrator/Deputy Health Commissioner
Cambridge-Guernsey County Health Department
Cambridge, Ohio
Join Our Team
The Cambridge-Guernsey County Health Department is seeking a community-focused leader to serve as our Administrator/Deputy Health Commissioner. This executive leadership position is responsible for leading the day-to-day operations of the health department while advancing public health initiatives that improve the health and well-being of Guernsey County residents.
The Administrator/Deputy Health Commissioner works closely with the Health Commissioner and Board of Health to provide leadership in public health accreditation, strategic planning, community health improvement, grant development, emergency preparedness, operational management, and organizational performance.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Leadership & Administration
Lead the day-to-day operations and administration of the health department.
Provide leadership and oversight for departmental programs, services, and staff
Lead strategic planning, policy development, organizational improvement initiatives, and performance management activities.
Manage departmental budgets, grants, fiscal oversight, and resource allocation efforts.
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local public health laws, regulations, accreditation standards, and agency policies.
Represent the health department at community meetings, coalitions, public events, and governmental functions.
Serve as Acting Health Commissioner in the absence of the Health Commissioner when designated.
Accreditation, Community Health Planning & Quality Improvement
Lead public health accreditation efforts.
Lead implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of the department's Strategic Plan.
Lead Community Health Assessment (CHA) and Community Health Improvement Plan (CHIP) processes.
Collaborate with community partners to address public health priorities.
Grant Development & Program Management
Lead grant research, grant writing, grant administration, facilitation, and reporting activities
Monitor program outcomes and ensure compliance with grant requirements.
Emergency Preparedness & Community Engagement
Provide leadership for emergency preparedness, response, and recovery activities.
Develop and maintain collaborative relationships with community partners.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in a related field required
Three to five years of progressively responsible supervisory or management experience.
Valid Ohio driver's license.
Preferred Qualifications
Master's degree (MPH, MHA, MPA, MBA, Nursing, or related field) preferred but not required.
Experience with PHAB accreditation.
Experience leading CHA/CHIP and strategic planning.
Experience with grant writing and administration.
Benefits
The Cambridge-Guernsey County Health Department offers a comprehensive benefits package including:
Ohio Public Employees Retirement System (OPERS)
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays
Professional development opportunities
Compensation
Salary will be commensurate with the selected candidate's qualifications, experience, and demonstrated expertise.