District Director

Vision: Healthy People in Healthy Communities

Mission: Partnering to promote and protect health in our communities

Values: Excellence / Positive Impact / Partnership / Innovation / Credibility / Humanity

Are you driven by service and motivated to make a meaningful impact? Central District Health (CDH) is seeking a leader for our organization as our District Director. This key leadership role is located in Boise Idaho and is dedicated to promoting and protecting the health of the approximately 600,000 residents of Ada, Boise, Elmore, and Valley counties.

As District Director, you will serve as a prominent public health leader, appointed by the Board of Health and acting as secretary to the Board, you will guide an organization of approximately 145 employees with an annual budget of $16 million, overseeing a wide range of public health programs that directly affect the wellbeing of our communities. If you have a passion for helping others and making a positive impact in your community, perhaps it’s time you considered a rewarding career with CDH.

CDH is dedicated to living our values, is focused on a healthy work/life balance, has a culture that is centered on teamwork and empowerment, and provides an amazing benefit package including: PERSI Retirement Benefits (consistently ranked as one of the nation's best lifetime defined benefit retirement plans), Medical/Dental Benefits (employee plans are available at no cost) and Life Insurance for both the employee and eligible dependents. Paid time-off includes 5 weeks annual vacation and sick leave that begin accruing immediately upon hire, 11 paid holidays per year, and paid parental leave. Educational benefits include up to $2500 per year tuition reimbursement and student loan forgiveness .

Typical Duties:

• Provides strategic leadership for a complex, multi‑functional public health organization;
• Directs planning, delivery, and evaluation of public health services;
• Represents the district in community partnerships, public forums, and interagency collaborations;
• Supports and advises the Board of Health related to public health matters;
• Champions initiatives that improve health outcomes across the region;
• Directs overall preparation and presentation of the annual budget;
• Develops and maintains collaborative working relations with multiple public and private agencies, legislators, and county commissioners.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in a relevant field.
• 10 or more years in a senior management role utilizing strategic leadership principles and proficiency in driving organizational results;
• Possess a strong commitment to transparency, fiscal responsibility, and accountability in the stewardship of public resources;
• Demonstrates understanding of the current public health climate, including the ability to recognize where traditional models have fallen short and to lead practical, outcome-driven strategies that produce measurable improvements in obesity, chronic disease, and overall community health;
• Exceptional knowledge of planning principles and practices;
• A combination of specialized knowledge and practical experience in providing public health services;
• Ability to prepare and deliver presentations to professional groups including elected officials.

Supplemental Information:

Please note: The successful candidate will be required to pass a fingerprint-based background check.

Thank you for your interest in joining Central District Health’s team!

If you have questions about this position please contact us at:

Email: gfoote@cdh.idaho.gov

Phone: 208.327.8503

CDH is a Tobacco-Free Workplace. Employees of CDH are required to refrain from the use of any nicotine products. CDH will not hire illegal drug or nicotine users.

CDH is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals. CDH prohibits discrimination against any individual based on their race, color, religion, political affiliation or belief, sex, national origin, genetics, disabilities, veterans’ status or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.

CDH is committed to access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities, auxiliary aids and services are available upon request. If you require an accommodation at any step in our recruitment process, you are encouraged to contact 208.327.8503, or email gfoote@cdh.idaho.gov. Preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations.

Notice: Idaho’s Public Health Districts are agencies that are authorized by the State of Idaho as independent bodies. District employees are not State of Idaho employees, rather District employees who receive benefits through the Office of Group Insurance.