Health Services Director

Deschutes County is looking for a mission-driven, collaborative leader to join a dynamic, innovative, and forward-thinking health services leadership team in the vibrant community of Bend, Oregon. The Health Services Director reports to the Deputy County Administrator.

An invitation to apply for the Health Services Director position may be found in the brochure located on our Deschutes County website. Please review the brochure and other information HERE.

Must attach a Cover Letter and Resume, detailing job experience and duties at the time of application submittal. 

*This posting is not meant to be an all-inclusive list of duties and responsibilities, but rather constitutes a general definition of the position's scope and function.
Notification to all candidates will be sent via email and/or text only. Please opt in for text messaging or check your email and your Governmentjobs.com account for application status.

Review the full job description by clicking HERE.$11,586.55 to $15,527.13 per month for a 172.67 hour work month. Excellent County benefit package when eligible.

BENEFITS:

Our robust health plan is offered at a minimal cost of $95 per month for employee only or $116 per month for employee plus dependents, which includes an innovative on-site clinic, pharmacy, and wellness and wellbeing services. Additionally, we include life insurance, retirement (PERS), generous paid time-off (14-18 hours/month to start, pro-rated for part-time), holidays, and professional development opportunities. Please click HERE for full benefit details.

This posting is re-opened and will close at 11:59 PM on May 18, 2025.

• Bachelor’s degree in Public Health, Social Work, Behavioral Sciences, Business, Public Administration or related field; 
• AND seven (7) years of relevant experience leading public or behavioral health programs, clinical administration, hospital administration, including managerial/supervisory responsibilities; 
• OR any equivalent combination of training, education, and experience that provides the required skills and knowledge to perform the essential functions of the job.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Public Health, Social Work, Behavioral Sciences, Business, Public Administration, or a related field.
  

Driving is a requirement for this position. Possession of or ability to obtain a valid Oregon driver's license within 30 days of hire date. The employment offer will be contingent upon presentation of an acceptable and verifiable driver's license, pre-employment screening for criminal history, driving history, and controlled substances (NOTE: Positive test results for marijuana use may result in rescission of a contingent offer of employment). This screening must be completed with satisfactory findings in order for a formal offer of employment to be extended.

Must have dependable transportation and be able and willing to drive throughout Deschutes County in sometimes adverse weather conditions.

Salary : $11,587 - $15,527