Assistant Director

The position serves as the lead of Louisville Metro Department of Public Health and Wellness Center for Health Equity and its 33-member team, comprised of epidemiologists, program managers, policy analysts, quality improvement coordinators, and administrative staff, that works to address the root causes of health inequities and incorporate a health equity lens into decision making and daily work.Responsibilities : Vision and Strategy : Develop a vision, strategy, and framework to ensure that health equity is at the center of all the departments work, programs, data systems, policies, and practices.System wide Coordination : Collaborate with city agencies, academic institutions, community-based organizations, health partners, providers, residents, and others to develop and implement strategies that result in a measurable and sustained improvement in addressing health disparities and the health status of historically underserved and marginalized populations.Skills for Success : Health Equity Champion : Strong commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion, and addressing the systemic factors that produce health inequities and health disparities. Demonstrated experience applying these principles to the field of public health and integrating them into daily work.Operational Leadership : Experience managing large teams with staff at different organizational levels and with different backgrounds, matrixing staff across teams, financial management, grant administration, procurement, contracting, and other administrative support services to oversee and assess operations.Problem Solving : Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; gathers and analyzes information skillfully; develops alternative solutions; works well in group problem solving situations; uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.Summary ObjectiveThe purpose of this position is to assist the Director in the operation of the department and plans and develops new procedures, formulates policy and prepares budgetary data. Assumes responsibility for the department in the absence of the Director and possesses signatory powers in such absence.This class works under administrative supervision, developing and implementing programs within organizational policies and reports major activities to executive level administrators through conferences and reports.Examples of DutiesESSENTIAL FUNCTIONSThe essential functions listed below are those that represent the majority of the time spent working in this class. Management may assign additional functions related to the type of work of the class as necessary.Supervises, directs, and evaluates assigned staff, processing employee concerns and problems, directing work, counseling, disciplining, and completing employee performance appraisals.Coordinates, assigns and reviews work and establishes work schedules; maintains standards; monitors status of work in progress; inspects completed work assignments; answers questions; gives advice and direction as needed.Assists the Director in coordinating programs, projects, and activities to achieve short- and long-range goals and objectives of the strategic plan.Plans expenditures for budget preparation and Directors consideration.Assists in determining departmental policies and planning long term programs.Compiles reports and statistics and ensures compliance with local, state, and federal laws and guidelines.Prepares memoranda and non-routine correspondence.Plans, guides and directs the research, analysis and preparation of specialized or technical reports in assigned areas of responsibility.Conveys assignments to various organizational units.Responds to complaints and inquiries from the public and resolves problems and concerns.Represents the department to the public.Performs related work as assigned.Minimum RequirementsMINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTSBachelors Degree in a related discipline.Five (5) years of business or management experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.OTHER MINIMUM REQUIREMENTSMust possess and maintain a valid state drivers license with an acceptable driving history.PHYSICAL DEMANDSPhysical demands refer to the requirements for physical exertion and coordination of limb and body movement.Performs sedentary work that involves walking or standing some of the time and involves exerting up to 10 pounds of force on a regular and recurring basis or sustained keyboard operations.UNAVOIDABLE HAZARDS (WORK ENVIRONMENT)Unavoidable hazards refer to the job conditions that may lead to injury or health hazards even though precautions have been taken.None.AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT COMPLIANCELouisville Metro Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer. ADA requires the Louisville Metro Government to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities. Prospective and current employees are encouraged to discuss ADA accommodations with management.STANDARD CLAUSESMay be required to work nights, weekends, holidays and emergencies (man-made or natural) to meet the business needs of Louisville Metro Government.This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of essential functions and responsibilities that are required of an employee for this job. Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.ESSENTIAL SAFETY FUNCTIONSIt is the responsibility of each employee to comply with established policies, procedures and safe work practices. Each employee must follow safety training and instructions provided by their supervisor. Each employee must also properly wear and maintain all personal protective equipment required for their job. Finally, each employee must immediately report any unsafe work practices or unsafe conditions as well as any on-the-job injury or illnesses.Every manager / supervisor is responsible for enforcing all safety rules and regulations. In addition, they are responsible for ensuring that a safe work environment is maintained, safe work practices are followed, and employees are properly trained.