Director - Central California Public Health Consortium
Position Summary
The Central California Public Health Consortium is a membership organization composed of Public Health Departments across Central California. The Consortium provides leadership for a regional health agenda that addresses the social determinants of health in the San Joaquin Valley and adjoining mountain communities with an aim to achieve health equity for all residents. The position is a full-time benefited (based on available funding) Foundation exempt position. The Consortium Director serves as the lead staff position responsible for the development, implementation, oversight, and evaluation of all Consortium activities.
Essential Job Functions
Conducts strategic planning and program development to identify and prioritize Consortium activities.
Secures funding and other resources necessary to accomplish Consortium goals, including ensuring organizational sustainability.
Develops relationships with local, regional, and state partners in alignment with strategic priorities.
Analyzes local, state, and national legislation of importance to public health practice and prepares reports, communication, legislative platforms, and other documentation on the Consortium’s priority issues.
Represents the Consortium in statewide efforts addressing equity, advocacy and policy actions which examine social determinants of health and impacts to the region.
Serves as the primary liaison for the Consortium with local, regional and state organizations and advocates to advance the Consortium’s programs and policy agendas.
Serves as a liaison between the Consortium and its local, regional, and statewide partners and directs Consortium staff assignments.
Tracks progress on work plans and budgets and prepares reports for funders and the Consortium.
Supports Consortium leadership and committee meetings and communication requirements.
Develops fee-for-service activities to build the Consortium’s public health services to the region and to establish additional revenue resources.
Directs and oversees the work of Consortium staff and project consultants and supports staff development.
Foster a collaborative, innovative, and high-performing team culture.
Position Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Public Health from a program accredited by the Council on Education for Public Health or a Bachelor’s degree in a related field. Master’s degree preferred.
Five (5) to seven (7) years of full-time professional experience in public health or related field.
Minimum of two (2) years of supervisory experience.
Two (2) to four (4) years of management/organizational development experience preferred.
Current or previous employment in a state or local government agency preferred.
Competence in the Public Health 10 Essential Functions and how these operate in local public health departments.
Understanding of the social determinants of health and, in particular, health equity and how these factors influence the health and well-being of populations.
Knowledge of the demographic, socio-economic, environmental, political, and health indicators of the Consortium’s region.
Involvement with and understanding of local and state government operations.
Ability to interpret proposed or existing policies and legislation and to develop advocacy positions representing local public health conditions and the Consortium’s priorities.
Demonstrated success to secure grant funding and maintain productive relationships with funding sources.
Proficiency in the communication of complex issues in meaningful oral, written, visual, and web-based forms for a variety of audiences.
Aptitude in public speaking, group facilitation, and consensus building processes.
Ability to work independently, take initiative and offer strategic visionary approaches.
Experience working with a broad range of agencies, organizations, and communities.
Adept at coordinating multiple working groups’ activities and communication requirements.
Prior oversight of staff, budgets and meeting organizational goals and program objectives.
Skill in use of standard computer programs, such as Word, PowerPoint, Excel, etc.
Valid driver’s license and reliable vehicle with required insurance, as driving may be a requirement of the position.
Bilingual English/Spanish (preferred but not required).
Compensation
$7,000 - $8,000 per month ($84,000 - $96,000 annually). Salary will be commensurate and competitive with experience and qualifications. Benefits include health, dental, vision, life and 401(k), vacation, sick leave, and holiday pay.
Application
To apply, please visit the Auxiliary Human Resources page at https://auxiliary.fresnostate.edu/association/hr/employment-opportunities.html for job announcement and application. E-mail completed application & resume to: auxiliary-hr@mail.fresnostate.edu
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