Director of Health- Siouxland District Health

• Recruit, screen, hire, and terminate all district health personnel within policies established by the board of Health, in compliance with state and federal regulations.
• Review staff evaluations and authorize recommended personnel actions within policies established by the Board of Health.
• Provide sound fiscal management by preparing and presenting annual operating budget.
• Present fiscal documents for Board of health action.
• Direct expenditure of revenues and evaluate department activities.
• Coordinate and collaborate with other agencies to establish and implement programs designed to protect and promote the public health.
• Coordinate agency planning and response to disaster and emergency situations or events in conjunction with agency and county and city emergency response plan.
• Monitor current trends in both the external and internal environment and effectively plan to meet the needs of the community and staff.
• Regularly inform the Board of Health, the community, elected officials and governmental bodies about public health issues.
• Coordinate agency planning and program planning in response to community health assessment, responsibilities identified in Iowa code, identified community health problems, and continued community health issues.
• Responsible for incorporating health equity into all policy work. This includes identifying health inequities, developing approaches to address them and measuring progress.

• Assist with the quality improvement process within the agency.
• Ensure compliance with Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) covering the security and privacy of confidential client data.
• Ensure participant records and communication with participants, co-workers and other health professionals are in accordance with Confidentiality Policy.
• Attend and participate in work-related meetings, conferences/seminars and committees.
• Provide customer service that is courteous and responsive.
• Demonstrate professional oral, phone and written communication skills.
• Model professional behavior to peers and participants.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Knowledge of public health administration.
• Ability to develop, monitor, and administer a budget.
• Knowledge of the principles of epidemiology.
• Ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing to diverse audiences.
• Ability to effectively delegate responsibilities.
• Knowledge of State regulations and statutes relative to public health responsibility.
• Ability to supervise and motivate others, both individually and in groups.
• Knowledge of community health problems and community resources relating to public health problems.
• Ability to prepare written information and speak effectively regarding departmental programs.
• Understand health equity and how it applies to public health.
• Knowledge of grant process including implementation, monitoring, and assessment.
• Ability to lift and transport up to 40 pounds.

• Ability to work in an unstructured setting, be self-directed, independent and work with minimal supervision.
• Ability to recognize need for adjustment and demonstrate flexibility to meet scheduling and agency needs.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to manage time and handle multiple tasks/responsibilities.
• Understand and adhere to rules/regulations and requirements for each respective program.
• Ability to make decisions under potentially stressful situations.
• Ability to maintain professional boundaries with participants.
• Ability to maintain accurate records, write reports, business correspondence and procedure manuals.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing, to relate information.
• Ability to interact effectively with diverse populations representing widely divergent backgrounds, interests and points of view, including possible language/cultural barriers.
• Ability to coordinate communication and care for non-English speaking participants through use of an interpreter.
• Ability to exercise leadership with tolerance and understanding as well as with appreciation and respect for the special abilities and skills of others.
• Ability to maintain a high level of customer service.
• Ability to establish and maintain positive relationships with co-workers, management, health professionals and personnel from educational institutions, appointed and elected officials, volunteer groups and community agencies.
• Ability to interact effectively in a variety of contexts with staff, professionals, participants and the public.
• Knowledge of communication mediums, including an understanding of computer functions i.e., Microsoft Office, data base systems, Internet, electronic mail, software programs and social network mediums.
• Ability to operate office equipment, software programs and technology equipment.
• Ability to represent SDHD and perform duties in a professional, responsible and trustworthy manner.
• Ability to project a positive attitude about SDHD.
• Ability to work as part of a team.

Master’s Degree (preferred but not required) in Public Health, public or business administration, or an associated science. Minimum of 5 years’ experience in Public Health Administration is recommended. Computer skills required. Must have valid Driver License, ability to obtain car insurance at agency-specified liability level and reliable transportation. Physical ability to lift 50 lbs.

A County application form, cover letter and current resume are required. Ability to provide a copy of transcripts if selected for interview.

Salary : $133,042 - $139,672