Public Health Services District Director I - White River Junction

State of Vermont • White River Junction, VT • 8h ago

This job was posted by https://www.vermontjoblink.com : For more information, please see: https://www.vermontjoblink.com/jobs/1297999

Overview

Are you a collaborative, visionary leader passionate about community health? The Vermont Department of Health is seeking an experienced and motivated professional to lead our interdisciplinary team in the White River Junction District Office. This is a unique opportunity to make a lasting impact on the health and well-being of Vermonters.

As District Director, you\'ll guide a dedicated team of Public Health Nurses, Nutritionists, Specialists, and Administrative staff in advancing a culture of health throughout the region. You\'ll serve as a key connector-building relationships with hospitals, health care providers, schools, coalitions, and other partners to assess community needs and implement public health solutions.

Key Responsibilities:

Mobilize and motivate staff and community partners to promote healthy communities

Lead local public health planning, implementation, and evaluation initiatives

Develop programs aimed at reducing chronic disease prevalence

Engage in health care reform efforts at the community level

Oversee emergency preparedness and support public health response efforts

Continuously assess office and community needs, adapting strategies to emerging trends

What We\'re Looking For:

Proven success in team leadership, supervision, and personnel management

Strong skills in strategic planning, facilitation, and community assessment

Ability to build and sustain partnerships with diverse stakeholders

Solid understanding of public health principles and practices

Exceptional communication, problem-solving, and analytical abilities

This is more than a management role-it\'s an opportunity to lead transformative public health efforts that shape healthier futures for Vermont communities.

Ready to lead with purpose? Apply now to be part of a forward-thinking team that\'s committed to health equity and community well-being.

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 diversitywhere 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 (f

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