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Deputy Director Public Health

City of Worcester
Worcester, MA Full Time
POSTED ON 10/15/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/13/2026
The City of Worcester is seeking qualified applicants for the position

of Deputy Director of Public Health for the Public Health Division

within the Office of Health and Human Services (HHS). Under the

direction of the Director of Public Health, the Deputy Director of

Public Health is responsible for providing day-to-day operational

leadership to ensure public health programs and services are delivered

effectively, efficiently, and equitably. This role will support the

Director of Public Health to translate priorities into action,

strengthen internal systems, and align staffing and resources. The

Deputy Director of Public Health will oversee core administrative

functions, including budget planning and monitoring, operational

performance, and strategic planning support, contract execution,

personnel matters, and the establishment and implementation of policies

and standard operating procedures in accordance with local ordinances as

well as State and Federal laws and regulations. Bilingual applicants are

encouraged to apply. REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: \~

Working knowledge of the municipal operations and services provided

including applicable local ordinances, State and Federal laws and

regulations. \~ Demonstrated proficiency with computers and proficiency

with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint). \~

Knowledge of potential grant sources of funding and contract management

in support of division operations. \~ Strong operational judgment;

ability to work independently and manage complex workflows. \~ Manage

competing priorities in a public-facing environment \~ Ability to

interpret and apply policies, laws, and regulations. \~ Strong written

and verbal communication skills. \~ High attention to detail,

organization, and follow-through in a fast-paced environment. \~ Ability

to use HR/finance and reporting tools (e.g., Workday, Hera, and

Microsoft Office). \~ Ability to effectively handle problems in the

field and during emergencies, including outbreaks or natural/man-made

disasters. \~ Ability to read and interpret Federal, State and local

laws and ordinances. \~ Ability to interact effectively with members of

the public, local officials and other department personnel. \~ Ability

to work independently, exercise good judgment and make sound decisions.

\~ Ability to think critically and solve problems. \~ Ability to

establish and maintain effective working relationships with diverse

populations, organizations, and interests. \~ Ability to maintain

confidentiality. \~ Ability to conduct research, prepare grant

applications, and to prepare detailed, accurate reports. \~ Ability to

manage multiple tasks simultaneously in a detailed and organized manner

in a fast-paced environment. \~ Excellent verbal and written

communication skills. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: \~ Bachelor\'s degree in

business/public administration, health administration, public health, or

related field \~ Five (5) years of related work experience in

business/public administration, public health or a related field \~

Experience leading operations in public health, healthcare, human

services, or government. \~ Experience with budgeting and/or operational

planning \~ Valid driver\'s license and access to reliable

transportation \~ Experience supervising staff \~ Experience in working

with diverse communities PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: \~ Master\'s degree

in business/public administration, health administration, public health,

or related field \~ Ten (10) years of related work experience in public

health or a related field \~ Three (3) years of experience supervising

staff \~ Three (3) years of experience with overseeing grant and/or

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