Deputy Director (4900002)

Job Location: 101 N. Chestnut, Jefferson City, MO 65101

About the Role

This is a high-level management position within the organization, directly involved in overall management, operations, and strategic planning to support a successful statewide public health operation. The role offers numerous opportunities for internal and external interaction, representing the organization and the Department of Health and Senior Services. As a deputy division director, this position acts on behalf of the division director during absences.

The ideal candidate will value understanding how the organization functions as a whole, bringing together the experience and expertise of multiple operational units to deliver high-quality services. This position requires a strong understanding of testing and support services offered by each area within the laboratory to support programs within the department, other state agencies, and a wide variety of external partners, including clinical laboratories, healthcare facilities, veterinarians, law enforcement, and Missouri citizens.

This role will also coordinate the construction and occupancy of a new laboratory campus adjacent to the current facility, with future opportunities to collaborate with other agencies located within the campus. The candidate will apply continuous improvement principles to identify opportunities for more efficient use of organizational resources. Additionally, they will represent the organization within the Department of Health and Senior Services, collaborate with local partners across Missouri, and engage with colleagues from similar organizations nationwide.

Responsibilities

• Direct supervision of managers who lead public health programs across the organization, including performance management, professional development, and budgeting.
• Routine interaction and collaboration with all organizational programs to represent their needs and interests at the departmental level, as well as with local, state, and national partners.
• Provide organizational leadership, oversight, support, and guidance to public health programs in the division to ensure alignment with the organization’s mission, customer needs, and regulatory requirements.
• Work directly with executive leadership and fiscal management to guide the organization’s overall strategic direction and operational effectiveness.
• Work closely with building and facilities teams to oversee operational requirements for specialized organizational spaces and infrastructure.
• Manage, evaluate, and implement creative approaches that improve organizational efficiency, quality, and overall operational performance.
• Serve when needed as the division’s designee, representing the organization in department-wide meetings and carrying out designated administrative responsibilities.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a biological or chemical science field.
• 4 or more years of relevant experience.
• 1-2 years of supervisory experience.

Lack of post-secondary education will not be used as the sole basis for denying consideration to any applicant.

Benefits

The State of Missouri offers an excellent benefits package that includes:

• A defined pension plan.
• Generous amounts of leave and holiday time.
• Eligibility for health insurance coverage.

Your total compensation extends beyond your paycheck. To help demonstrate the value of working for the State of Missouri, an interactive Total Compensation Calculator provides a comprehensive view of benefits and other offerings for prospective employees.

Pay

The salary indicated represents a base pay rate. If the individual selected or the position is eligible for a pay differential (e.g., shift, security, or years of service), it will be added to the total compensation in your paycheck. A pay differential does not raise your base pay.