Public Health Administrator

Job Responsibilities

The Public Health Administrator of Macon-Bibb County Health Department is responsible for the planning, direction, and implementation of the health department, including the administration of all legal obligations and managerial functions. The Administrator serves as the liaison to the Bibb County Board of Health and is responsible for strategic planning, budgeting, and all health department projects.

• Direct supervisors and subordinate staff while collaborating with the Clinical Nurse Manager to coordinate public health and clinical services, support program initiatives, assess community health needs, and ensure effective service delivery.
• Develop and implement internal policies and procedures that align with federal, state, and agency regulations and requirements, and promote employee understanding and adherence to established policies and procedures.
• Monitor operational performance, identify opportunities for improvement, and lead adjustments that enhance effectiveness and achieve organizational goals.
• Establish performance metrics, monitor measurable outcomes, and evaluate progress toward State, District, and Board strategic goals.
• Foster an inclusive and welcoming workplace, promote diversity, and encourage professional development, career advancement, and succession planning through effective communication, collaboration, and leadership.
• Cultivate an engaged and motivated workforce while implementing strategies to enhance employee satisfaction to drive exceptional customer outcomes.
• Manage allocated financial resources, monitor expenditures, identify cost-saving opportunities, and maximize revenue.
• Evaluate and implement emerging technologies while ensuring employees develop the skills needed to effectively utilize available tools and resources.
• Promote and model best practices to maintain a safe environment for customers and employees.
• Establish and maintain partnerships with internal and external collaborators.
• Serve as a community liaison, and local public health contact for community agencies.
• Oversee and participate in emergency preparedness efforts in partnership with District, local agencies, and stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in health services or related field from an accredited college or university and five (5) years of professional managerial or supervisory experience in health care services; or two (2) years of experience at the lower level Mgr 3, Hlth Care (HCM012) or position equivalent.
• Advanced degree in health services, public health, healthcare administration, or a related field from an accredited college or university.

Benefits

• Standard Benefits for Full-Time Salaried Employees: competitive salary, flexible schedule, training opportunities, health insurance, employee retirement plan (ERS GSEPS), deferred compensation, 13 paid holidays, vacation and sick leave, paid parental leave, dental, vision, long-term care, and life insurance.
• Standard Benefits for Part-Time Employees: eligibility for the Georgia Defined Contribution Plan and paid parental leave.