Operations Supervisor III: Emergency Preparedness

The Position

General Summary:

This is a supervisory professional position responsible for direct supervision of the work of Emergency Preparedness Specialists in the Public Health Emergency Preparedness Program. The Emergency Preparedness Supervisor position improves the capability of public health to prepare for, respond to, and recover from incidents that impact the health of our community. The responsibilities of this position include supervision of staff to conduct planning, exercise coordination, and emergency response activities and ensure compliance with Emergency Preparedness program deliverables. The supervisor develops, implements and monitors operational goals and objectives, and policy and procedures in alignment with the Department's strategic directions.

Essential duties may include but are not limited to:

• Manage programs and monitor progress on accomplishing program objectives, activities, and required reporting.
• Participate in planning, implementing and evaluating programs.
• Develop and maintain cooperative working relationships with all agencies, local, and state partners.
• Participate in scheduled conference calls and meetings with state and regional partners related to program work.
• Supervise staff in accordance with BFHD policies and applicable laws to include scheduling, authorization of leave, performance evaluations.
• Oversee the planning and coordinating of training and orientation programs to meet staff needs and facilitate staff development.
• Perform performance evaluations; provided day-to-day coaching and on-the job training to staff; ensure competency requirements are met.
• Develop and/or approve program and department policies and procedures.
• Serve as a resource to professional staff, community organizations and to the public. May educate the public, professionals and the community by presenting topics within program areas.
• Provide assessment, program development and quality assurance for department and program populations.
• Oversee the delivery of assigned services to clients and the public.
• Identify resources and allocate staff to meet program needs.
• Analyze, evaluate and problem-solve client, staff and program issues.
• Participate in the research and assessment of community health needs.
• Manages program budgets and helps to gain program funding including supporting grant proposals.
• Perform some essential duties of assigned programs as needed including appropriate record-keeping and documentation.
• Ensure assigned program meets mandated regulations, maintains current program policies, and works toward program performance standards.
• Develops and periodically reviews program standards and care criteria.
• Assures regulations are applied legally and equitably; evaluates issues, denies, or suspends licenses and permits as assigned.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

  KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

  • Knowledge of public health practices and principles.
  • Knowledge of supervisory and management techniques and principles.
  • Knowledge of interviewing techniques and principles.
  • Knowledge of grant writing and budgeting.
  • Knowledge of program development and evaluation techniques and principles.
  • Knowledge of continuous improvement techniques and principles, skill in facilitating change.
  • Knowledge of and skill in team development and team building.
  • Advanced knowledge of group facilitation and group process.
  • Advanced knowledge of federal and state regulation for specific health programs.
  • Communication skill (oral and written).
  • Leadership, problem-solving and conflict resolution skills.
  • Analytical, organizational and time management skills.
  • Skills in establishing work priorities and handling multiple projects.
  • Skill in establishing and maintaining working relationships and working with diverse populations and cultures.
  • Skill in maintaining and establishing working relationships with community partners.

  The Requirements & Selection Process

  • MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's degree and five years' experience in a related health field, business management or public administration, or the equivalent combination of education and experience to perform the essential functions of work.
  • Certification/Licensure: A position assigned to this classification may have a required license or certification related to the field of work i.e., Registered Nurse, Registered Environmental Health Specialist, etc. Possession of a valid driver's license and an acceptable driver's abstract is required prior to employment.

SELECTION PROCESS: The most qualified applicants, based in part upon evaluation of the completed application and related information will be invited for an interview. Or apply directly on our website Job Listings - Benton Franklin Health District Jobs

Criminal Background Check required upon candidate selection.

Salary : $5,726 - $6,313