Public Health Services District Director I - Brattleboro

State of Vermont • Brattleboro, VT • 1d ago

This job was posted by https://www.vermontjoblink.com : For more information, please see: https://www.vermontjoblink.com/jobs/1274295

Overview

Do you want to be part of a team that is building a culture of health in VT communities?

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced, motivated leader who wants to guide a dedicated interdisciplinary team in the Brattleboro District Office. This team consists of Public Health Nurses, Public Health Nutritionists, Public Health Specialists, and Administrative staff. District Directors mobilize staff and partners to create healthy communities by assessing needs, capacity building, planning, implementing programs and evaluating outcomes to improve the health and well-being of Vermonters. At the local level, District Directors build relationships and forge connections with key stakeholders such as health care providers, hospitals, schools, businesses and community coalitions.

The District Director needs to be a visionary leader who consistently evaluates the needs of the office and community, responding to emerging trends in collaboration with governmental and community partners.

Specific examples of work include:\ Develop public health initiatives that reduce the prevalence of chronic disease\ Promote and participate in health care reform activities at the local level\ Oversee emergency preparedness and assist with health department response activations

\ Applicants must have proven success in personnel management, supervision, problem solving, communication, facilitation, assessment, planning and evaluation. The successful candidate must demonstrate a solid understanding of public health and have a track record of building effective partnerships with diverse groups of stakeholders. Strong verbal and written communication skills, analytical skills and stellar people skills are a must.

DIVISION OF LOCAL HEALTH - WHO WE ARE:

The Division of Local Health\'s vision and mission is to preserve and improve the equitable social, economic, and environmental conditions necessary to attain the highest level of health and well-being for all, thus ensuring healthy Vermonters and healthy communities. To this end, the Division of Local Health is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and welcoming environment that respects and celebrates every person\'s strength, assets, and values. The Division of Local Health is committed to leading organizational change efforts that address avoidable inequities and injustices as we work towards the elimination of health and health care disparities.

TELEWORK\ The Department of Health supports a hybrid work environment which combines both in person and remote work. Upon hire, employees work with their supervisor to create a schedule that aligns with the business needs of the unit. We believe a hybrid work environment promotes autonomy and allows for increased flexibility and greater work/life balance.

\ MISSION

Promote the physical, mental, and social well-being of people in Vermont by advancing equity, protecting against disease and injury, and preparing for health emergencies.

VISION

All people and communities in Vermont have equitable opportunities to achieve their highest level of health and well-being.

VALUES

Equity: We aim to center health justice and address racism and all forms of oppression in our programs and policies, our approach to collaboration, and how we build and nurture our workforce.

Collaboration: We engage with staff and partners to understand complex problems and design responsive solutions.

Inclusion: We support a culture of belonging and diversity where people are valued, trusted, and able to be their authentic selves.

Harmony: We endorse a balanced, thoughtful, and intentional work environment that allows employees to care for themselves, their families, and the people they serve.

Data: We strive for scientific excellence and cultural responsiveness in the collection, analysis, sharing and use of data.

Environmental Factors

Duties primarily performed in public health organization setting or in the community with predictable need for travel to numerous meetings, both local and statewide. Private means of transportation must be available. Possible travel in difficult weather conditions.

There is considerable interaction with staff, community partners and the public. At times of public health emergencies (floods, infectious disease outbreaks, etc.) individuals may be expected to assist. Work outside of normal office hours is often necessary. Program issues may require difficult choices among resources available and district needs.

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