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The Jefferson County Department of Health is seeking a Director of Prevention and Wellness to lead multiple divisions including Environmental Health, Population Health, Health Equity, Emergency Preparedness and Response, Quality Improvement, Epidemiology, and Disease Prevention. The Director will be responsible for developing and implementing strategic plans to enhance public health outcomes. This role involves overseeing regulatory compliance, driving operational excellence, managing budgets, and aligning departmental programs with strategic health objectives. As a manager of managers, the Prevention and Wellness Director will assign and review work, administer performance appraisals, make hiring decisions, provide work-related feedback, and make recommendations for disciplinary action when needed. The ideal candidate should have experience in public health management, strong leadership skills, and a deep understanding of health equity and disease prevention initiatives.

• Master's degree in Public Health (MPH), Public Administration (MPA), Health Administration (MBA or MSHA), Social Work, Nursing, or a public health or healthcare-related friend from an accredited university or collage.
• Experience in a leadership role within a healthcare or public health setting (e.g., creating or editing policies and procedures, leading strategic health programs, high-level communication).
• Experience managing state and/or federal public health grants.
• Experience developing and maintaining a budget.

About Jefferson County Department of Health

With the mission of Prevent disease and assure access to quality health care, Promote a healthy lifestyle and a health environment, and Protect against public health threats the Jefferson County Department of Health has achieved national accreditation status from the Public Health Accreditation Board (PHAB). Working with the health department provides not only the opportunity for a productive and secure career, but also a career that provides meaning and the opportunity to truly make a difference in the community. Excellent benefits package, e.g., pension plan with the Retirement Systems of Alabama, health and dental insurance, and a host of other supplemental insurances as well as paid holidays, vacation and sick leave.

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