What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Director of Public Health for Nursing and Behavioral Health position at Town of Needham, MA?
Salary : $92,255.00 - $111,934.00 Annually
Location : Needham, MA
Job Type : Full-Time
Job Number : 202100310
Department : Health and Human Services
Division : Public Health Division
Opening Date : 01 / 23 / 2025
Closing Date : 2 / 21 / 2025 11 : 59 PM Eastern
Description
The Town of Needham seeks a dedicated individual to fill the role of Assistant Director of Public Health for Nursing and Behavioral Health . Under the leadership of the Director of Health and Human Services, the Assistant Director spearheads all vaccine administration and outbreak investigation efforts, manages two teams of substance use prevention professionals (one Needham specific, the other regional), oversees all maintenance and revision of public health records, manages nurses and volunteers in their clinical work, and provides community outreach and training on a variety of health-related topics.
This position directly manages a team of six full-time and one part-time staff members and indirectly manages four additional part-time staff members along with roughly 12 per diem / substitute Public Health Nurses, two to three interns per year, and roughly 48 health and medical emergency volunteers as the Town's Medical Reserve Corps lead.
This leadership role is ideal for individuals who wish to continue their career in public health in a supportive environment with excellent benefits including comprehensive health benefits, Contributory Defined Benefit Pension Plan, 457(b) Deferred Compensation with employer match, employer-paid training and professional development, and much more!
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Duties and Responsibilities
Specific position functions, among others, include :
Operational
- Oversees and conducts communicable disease investigation, surveillance, and case management in connection with the Massachusetts Department of Public Health (MDPH) using the Massachusetts Virtual Epidemiologic Network (MAVEN). May occur on a "24x7" basis in emergency circumstances.
- Manages vaccine administration through the MDPH MIIS system, and is responsible for the handling, storage, and overall quality control of vaccines and other medications annually.
- Directs the implementation of vaccination clinics in response to disease outbreaks, managing and organizing large staff of part-time, per diem, and volunteer nurses and other health professionals.
- Manages nurses and volunteers in their clinical work on a regular basis, overseeing and performing a variety of public health nursing duties including the delivery of health screening programs and wellness clinics for residents and employees as well as maintenance and revision of public health records.
- Assesses reports of food poisoning and carries out activities necessary for protection of the community including investigating outbreaks traced to public eating establishments; inspecting and issuing licenses for a variety of children's programs including camps for children, toddlers, and infants; and coordinating inspection and licensure of body art and tanning facilities.
Administrative
Communication & Community Engagement
Requirements
The following requirements may be substituted by any equivalent combination of education, training and experience which provides the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the job :
Preferred but not Required Experience :
Supplemental Information
To apply, please submit your resume, cover letter, and application by clicking "Apply."
Applications will be accepted until 11 : 59 PM on February 21, 2025 (extended from February 7).
The Town of Needham is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to fostering an inclusive and encouraging workplace. There shall be no discrimination on the basis of race, age, gender, national origin, disability, religion or belief, sexual orientation, marriage / civil partnership, pregnancy / maternity, veteran status, or any other protected class. We are an inclusive organization and actively promote equality of opportunity for all with the right mix of talent, skills, and potential. We welcome all applications from a wide range of candidates. Selection for roles will be based on individual merit alone.
The Town of Needham will endeavor to provide reasonable accommodation to a qualified applicant with a disability unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business. If you believe you require such assistance to complete this form or to participate in an interview, please contact us at tswanson@needhamma.gov.
As a Town of Needham employee, you are offered a rewarding career-opportunity serving the Needham community, a thriving and growing town of approximately 32,000 residents and a diverse commercial tax base. The municipality has a Representative Town Meeting form of government, with a five-member elected Select Board who appoints a Town Manger to serve as the Chief Executive Officer. Town departments include Public Works, Police, Fire, Library, Public Health, Park & Recreation, Aging Services, Youth and Family Services, Treasury, Tax collection, Tax assessing, Finance, IT, Human Resources and more!
The Town of Needham is a professionally run organization that is committed to creating an inclusive culture where employees can perform at the highest levels. Our employees are dedicated to their work and rely on each other as a team to ensure that Needham remains a place where engaged and committed people want to live, work and play.
In addition to a competitive salary, the total offer will feature a comprehensive benefits package, which may include (depending on position) :
Summer Hours" with early release Fridays
Employer-paid training opportunities, such as courses for municipal finance and leadership; conference or trade show attendance; paid memberships to professional organizations
Partially-paid Family and Medical Leave
Tuition Assistance and Paid Professional Development Opportunities
Qualified Employer for the Federal Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program
Employer-Sponsored Health Insurance
Health Savings Account with an Eligible Health Insurance Plan
Flexible Spending Account for Health Care and Dependent Care
Dental and Vision Coverage
Basic and Optional Life Insurance Coverage
Retirement Plan : Contributory Defined Benefit Pension Plan (mandatory participation)
457b Deferred Compensation Plan, Pre-tax or Roth with Employer Contribution Match (voluntary participation)
12.5 Paid Holidays
Paid Personal and Vacation Leave
Employer Paid Non-Occupational Sick Leave
Comprehensive Employee Assistance Program which includes mental health, financial education, legal referrals, and much more
Free Parking and Free Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging
Access to Rosemary Recreation Complex Pool during Summer months
Free Library Card with Needham Free Public Library (part of the Minuteman Library Network)
Salary : $92,255 - $111,934