Deputy Health Officer

Job Summary

The Deputy Health Officer participates in and provides leadership across a wide range of public health activities through the regional health officer program. The primary purpose of the position is to provide consultation, public health and clinical leadership and technical direction to Clark County Public Health and as needed, several other regional local health departments in Washington State. This is an appointed position with major responsibility for control and prevention of communicable disease, chronic disease and environmental exposures, planning for and response to public health emergencies; and providing oversight in the development of all clinical policies, procedures, and standing orders. The Deputy Health Officer serves the Clark County Public Health Department, and as needed, the Health Departments for Pacific County, Skamania County and Wahkiakum County, as needed, as a member of the Pacific, Skamania and Wahkiakum County Public Health Departments' senior management teams. The Deputy Health Officer plays a critical role in department activities through relationships with key entities within the region, particularly the local medical communities; local Boards of Health; local, state and federal public health partners; the media; and the public. Additionally, the Deputy Health Officer is required to help identify priorities and emerging trends and communicate health data and information in a variety of settings. The Deputy Health Officer will also interact with clinical staff, providing clinical consultation and direction for Infectious Disease Program case management and / or investigations; ongoing clinical mentorship to TB case managers; and clear direction to TB case managers when developing plans of care.

Our department values our community's diversity and seeks ways to promote equity and inclusion within the organization and with the public. Our department also encourages applications from candidates with knowledge, ability and experience working with a broad range of individuals and communities with diverse racial, ethnic, and socio-economic backgrounds.

This is a full-time non-represented exempt position.

This position has the option of a remote / hybrid work schedule possibility. However, the candidate selected must reside in OR or WA. No Exceptions.

Qualifications

Education and Experience :

The position requires the possession of or ability to obtain a license to practice medicine and surgery or osteopathic medicine and surgery in the state of Washington plus a Master's degree in Public Health or equivalent degree, and three years of increasingly responsible experience in public health, epidemiology, preventive medicine, or a related area. The degree must have been conferred by an institution of higher education and have National Recognition of Accrediting Agencies by the U.S. Secretary of Education, and official transcripts will be required at the time of hire. Persons with three years of experience who do not possess a Master of Public Health or equivalent can qualify for a provisional term, subject to public health in-service orientation and periodic personal review by the Secretary of Health or his or her designee. Any satisfactory equivalent combination of experience and training which ensures the ability to perform the work may be substituted for up to one year of the required experience. Course work and training in public health administration, public administration or a related field is desirable, but not required.

A valid driver's license is required. Finalists for the position must submit a current Abstract of Driving Record and submit to a criminal background check as required by RCW 43.43.830.

The ideal candidate will have the following strengths :

• Ability to exercise independent judgment and delegate responsibility
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team
• Ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders and policymakers
• Ability to understand, interpret and apply public health law and regulations

Examples of Duties

Duties may include but are not limited to the following :

Public Relations Involvement :

Salary Grade

M2.501

Salary Range

12,555.00 - $18,205.00- per month

Close Date

Open Until Filled Recruiter

Irene Catherine Chrest

Email :

Irene.Chrest@clark.wa.gov

Equal Opportunity Employer

Clark County is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing equal opportunity in employment, access, and delivery of all county services. Clark County's Equal Employment Opportunity Plan is available at http : / / www.clark.wa.gov / human-resources / documents.

Employee Benefits and additional compensation

Clark County provides regular full-time and part-time employees with a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, vision and dental insurance, paid leave, flexible spending accounts, life insurance and long-term disability, retirement, and deferred compensation. Some types of employees in some positions and bargaining units might have different benefits and additional compensation. More specific benefit information for the different bargaining units can be found at https : / / clark.wa.gov / human-resources / employee-benefits. Also please refer to the specific bargaining unit contract for additional compensation at https : / / clark.wa.gov / human-resources / documents.

Retirement Information

All Clark County employees must participate in a WASHINGTON STATE RETIREMENT SYSTEM PLAN (PERS, PSERS or LEOFF).Employee contributions begin the first day of work. Current contribution rates vary by plan but could range from 5% to 15% of gross pay, depending on the plan choice.

For additional information, check out the Department of Retirement Systems' web site here : http : / / www.drs.wa.gov /

If you are in need of ADA / Section 504 assistance for accommodations, please contact Human Resources at (564) 397-2456; Relay (800) 833-6388.

Salary : $12,555 - $18,205