PROGRAM IMPLEMENTATION MANAGER, HEALTH SERVICES (Office of Environmental Justice)

DEFINITION:
Manages a major section in the planning, development, coordination, implementation, and administration of departmental strategic health care program initiatives and projects.    

CLASSIFICATION STANDARDS:
Positions allocable to this class report to an executive level manager and are responsible for planning, organizing, directing and evaluating the work of a section responsible for coordinating all departmental activity related to new and existing key healthcare programs. Positions allocable to this class are distinguished by one or more of the following: 1) enterprise level coordination of programs across multiple health facilities or units; 2) coordination of programs requiring extensive collaboration between DHS and other County departments or external agencies; and/or 3) coordination or programs that impact the system-wide delivery of health services.  Directs all activities of the Office of Environmental Justice and Climate Health. The position will plan, manage the development of environmental health policies and practices, implement policies, practices and manage the delivery of countywide strategic public health initiatives on behalf of the Department. This position will be responsible for providing administrative direction and oversee the planning to address environmental justice issues along with climate health. Additionally, the position will provide technical advice to County representatives on environmental justice and climate health issues impacting the public’s health.

The position is needed to interface with regulatory agencies, municipal administrators, residents, community leaders, and industrial representatives during industrial releases where multi-agency efforts are required to restore communities from toxic environmental exposure events. The position will manage highly complex, system-wide strategic planning; community-wide initiatives; public awareness campaigns; grant preparation and management; community engagement; health impact assessments, and environmental and health data collection and analysis.
 
Directs and manages the implementation of the strategic plan for the Office of Environmental Justice and Climate Health; oversees the development of planning within the Office of Environmental Justice and Climate change; works closely with Unit managers to implement established goals and the mission of the Board and program; works with County representatives and community members on Environmental Justice and climate health workplans.   

Manages a team of health program analyst professionals; delegates assignments, evaluates their work, assesses performance, trains and mentors; and oversees the collaboration and coordination among all Environmental Justice and Climate Health initiatives with community members, stakeholders, County representatives, etc.,; directs and provides administrative and technical direction to staff within the Office of Environmental Justice and Climate Health.

Builds partnerships with multiple County departments to effectively utilize the expertise and capacity of other County agencies, such as Chief Executive Office (CEO), Chief Sustainability Office, Office of Oil and Gas, County Counsel and other applicable departments; participates in Environmental Justice and Climate meetings and discussions on matters that are controversial; and represents the constituents of LA County by working closely with stakeholders and County Counsel.

Leads the development, negotiation, implementation, and management of the program budget along with looking for grant opportunities to fund activities within the branch. Facilitates group or one-on-one meetings with State representatives, County and municipal executives, other county directors, community leaders and community-based organizations.

Manages the development and implementation of Environmental Justice and Climate evaluation activities to monitor program health outcomes, compliance, and the impact to those we serve; and oversees the research and analysis of health program data and the development of Environmental Justice and Climate health program reports including findings, conclusions and recommendations for executive level review and formal publications.

Serves as a departmental spokesperson for environmental justice and climate health at County and community events, as well as provides presentations before high-level county and departmental commissions, board meetings, etc.SELECTION REQUIREMENTS:

OPTION I:  

Four (4) years of progressively responsible experience* in a staff capacity** analyzing, evaluating, coordinating, and making recommendations for a variety of healthcare programs for a large integrated healthcare delivery system***, one year (1) of which must have included supervisory Environmental Health experience**** at the level of Los Angeles County's class of Senior Staff Analyst, Health*****, Assistant Hospital Administrator IV******, or higher.

OPTION II:   

Four (4) years of progressively responsible experience* in a staff capacity** analyzing, evaluating, coordinating, and making recommendations for a variety of human services programs for a social services provider, one year (1) of which must have included supervisory Environmental Health experience**** at the level of Los Angeles County's class of Senior Staff Analyst, Health*****, or higher.

LICENSE:
A valid California Class "C" Driver's License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions.

PHYSICAL CLASS:
2 - Light - This class includes administrative and clerical positions requiring light physical effort that may include occasional light lifting to a 10 pound limit and some bending, stooping, or squatting. Considerable ambulation may be involved.     

SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION:
You must POSSESS and CLEARLY EXPRESS detailed years of experience performing relevant duties, related to the requirements within your online job application under the "Experience" area.    

*Progressively responsible experience is defined as work experience that clearly shows an upward progression in the level of duties and responsibilities from one job to the next. 

**Staff capacity is defined as work in an advisory capacity to line managers to provide program and administrative support. Work includes assisting and supporting administration by doing research, analysis, and making recommendations to line managers on matters such as: utilization of personnel; allocation of funds; workload and workload fluctuations; and programs and procedures for accomplishing work objectives. Work under general supervision of the line or division manager.

***A large integrated healthcare delivery system is defined as a network of healthcare providers, including hospitals, physician groups, and other ancillary services, that work together under one organization to provide a coordinated continuum of care to a defined patient population. 

****Environmental Health Experience consists of knowledge, skills, and practical expertise acquired through work in fields related to environmental health which includes knowledge of environmental justice and climate health. Environmental health experience includes the assessment, management, and mitigation of health risks associated with environmental factors and evaluating the impact of these hazards on public health.  As well as developing strategies to manage or reduce risks to human health from environmental hazards and implementing control measures, safety protocols, and best practices to mitigate exposure.  Experience in regulatory compliance of local, state, and federal environmental regulations and standards.

*****In the County of Los Angeles, Senior Staff Analyst, Health is defined as supervises a team of analysts providing technical and consultative service to management in major health service areas. 

******In the County of Los Angeles, Assistant Hospital Administrator IV is defined as assists in the administration of a large hospital, by managing and coordinating the supporting services for patient care programs of a major area of the hospital.  

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS:

Credit will be given to applicants who possess the following desirable qualifications: 

• Additional points will be awarded for supervisory Environmental Health experience*** beyond the Selection Requirements.
• A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Public Health, Environmental Studies, Environmental Science, Environmental Law and Policy, Environmental Justice,  Environmental Engineering, Environmental Social Sciences, Environmental Humanities, or a closely related field. 
• A Master’s degree from an accredited college or university in Public Health, Environmental Studies, Environmental Science, Environmental Law and Policy, Environmental Justice,  Environmental Engineering, Environmental Social Sciences, Environmental Humanities, or a closely related field. 

• Foreign studies must be evaluated for equivalency to United States accredited institutions standards by an academic credential evaluation agency recognized by The National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or the Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. (AICE).  (see Employment Information under Accreditation Information).
• Accreditation: Accredited institutions are those listed in the publications of regional, national or international accrediting agencies which are accepted by the Department of Human Resources. Publications such as American Universities and Colleges and International Handbook of Universities are acceptable references.
• Official Transcript is defined as a transcript that bears the college seal and states "official and/or copy" issued by the school's registrar office. 
  • A printout of the transcript from the school's website is NOT considered official and will not be accepted and may result in your application being incomplete and rejected.    
• We do not accept password-protected documents. Ensure documents are unlocked before attaching to your application or sending to the exam analyst.

EXAMINATION CONTENT:
Once we have determined that you meet the requirements described above, our examination process will consist of an evaluation of experience based on application information, education, desirable qualifications, and supplemental questionnaire at the time of filing weighted 100%.






Complete applications will be processed on an as received basis and promulgated to the Eligible Register accordingly.



Apply online by clicking on the green "Apply" button located on this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this website.

Plan to submit your online application well in advance of the deadline  as you may be required to verify your email address. This only needs to be done once per email address, and if you already have a job seeker account on www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lacounty, you can verify at any time by logging in and following the prompts. This is to enhance the security of your online application and to ensure you do not enter an incorrect email address.

The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the SELECTION REQUIREMENTS. Fill out the application and Supplemental Questionnaire accurately and completely to receive full credit for any relevant education and/or job experience you include. In the space provided on the application for education, include names and addresses of schools attended, dates attended, degree(s) received, and degree major. For each job held, give the name and address of your employer, your job/position title, start and end dates, the number of hours worked per week, and detailed description of work and duties performed. If the application and/or Supplemental Questionnaire is/are incomplete, the application will be REJECTED. 

• Applications may be rejected at any stage of the examination and selection process.
• FALSIFICATION of any information may result in DISQUALIFICATION or RESCISSION OF APPOINTMENT.
• Utilizing VERBIAGE from Class Specification(s) and/or Minimum Requirements serving as your description of duties WILL NOT be sufficient to demonstrate that you meet the requirements. In doing so your application will be dispositioned as INCOMPLETE and will not be accepted.
• Comments such as "SEE RESUME" or "SEE APPLICATION" will not be considered a valid response; therefore, using such statements will also result in your application being rejected as INCOMPLETE.

ANTI-RACISM, DIVERSITY, AND INCLUSION (ARDI):
The County of Los Angeles recognizes and affirms that all people are created equal and are entitled to all rights afforded by the Constitution of the United States. The Department of Human Resources is committed to promoting Anti-racism, Diversity, and Inclusion efforts to address the in equalities and disparities amongst race. We support the ARDI Strategic Plan and its goals by improving equality, diversity, and inclusion in recruitment, selection, and employment practices.  

Salary : $141,907 - $220,694