Administrator, Behavioral Health Strategic Plan

Pitkin County Library; Colorado; On-site; USD 73,000 - 114,000; Full time

Job summary

Pitkin County Public Health seeks an Administrator to lead the Behavioral Health Strategic Plan, govern funding, convene advisory groups, and coordinate cross‑department collaboration. The role requires strategic leadership, strong facilitation, and ability to engage partners to improve behavioral health outcomes.

You will work with the County Manager’s Office, community partners, and funders to align investments, monitor performance, and report results.

Qualifications

• 3+ years supervising or leading a department or function.
• 5+ years in Public Health, Human Services, Behavioral Health or related fields with facilitation, planning and implementation.
• Bachelor's degree preferred or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead governance and funding efforts for the Behavioral Health Strategic Plan.
• Convene advisory groups and work groups; coordinate with County leadership.
• Coordinate BH funding, manage contracts and grant requirements, monitor expenditures.
• Develop and update BH policies and quality assurance practices.
• Provide administrative leadership for BH initiatives and workforce development.
• Represent the County in regional BH planning bodies and presentations.

Skills

Leadership

Facilitation

Project management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Public Health, Human Services, or Behavioral Health

Job description

Administrator, Behavioral Health Strategic Plan

Salary: $73,080.03 - $127,889.95 Annually

Location: Aspen-Castle Creek, CO

Job Type: Full-time with benefits, salaried

Job Number: 202300422

Department: Public Health

Opening Date: 10/29/2026

Closing Date: 12/4/2026 11:59 PM Mountain

Bilingual Stipend: No

Hiring Minimum: $73,080.03

Hiring Maximum: $114,187.42

Pay Grade: P105

Hiring Range Description: The hiring range is the starting point of the pay range to the 4th quartile of the pay range. Starting pay will be determined based on qualifications and experience.

Equity Statement

Pitkin County Public Health is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. Diversity and inclusion are core values of the Department and we believe in the catalyzing power of equity to engage and enrich our communities as we identify challenges and design solutions together. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, physical or mental disability, age, ancestry, creed, veteran status, or other protected identities.

Job Summary

Leads Behavioral Health governance and coordinated funding efforts for Pitkin County, ensuring implementation of the Behavioral Health Strategic Plan (BHSP) and active partner engagement. Convenes and facilitates advisory groups and work groups in support of the BHSP. Works collaboratively with the County Manager's Office, Human Services, Public Health, community partners, and funders to advance behavioral health outcomes through strategic leadership, effective governance, skilled facilitation, community collaboration, and aligned funding efforts.

Job Responsibilities

• Serve as the liaison for Behavioral Health in the County, leading cross-departmental, community, provider, and funder collaboration to advance coordinated system planning to support the Behavioral Health Strategic Plan.
• Lead implementation and ongoing management of the Behavioral Health Strategic Plan, including partner engagement, progress monitoring, performance measurement, and public reporting of outcomes.
• Establish and support Behavioral Health governance structures, including advisory committees and workgroups; define roles and protocols; and lead member recruitment, onboarding, training, and facilitation.
• Coordinate Behavioral Health funding efforts, including convening funders, aligning investments, managing contracts and grant requirements, monitoring expenditures, and ensuring compliance with funding and reporting obligations.
• Develop, review, and update Behavioral Health policies, procedures, and quality assurance practices to ensure alignment with the BHSP, and applicable local, state, and federal requirements.
• Accountable for writing and managing behavioral health Memoranda of Understanding (MOU), Health Insurance Privacy and Portability Act (HIPAA) advisories and releases, Business Associate Agreements (BAA), Contracts and Intergovernmental Agreements (IGA). and Requests for Proposal (RFP).
• Analyze data, track performance metrics, and conduct or support community needs assessments to identify service gaps, emerging trends, and opportunities for system improvement, including grant writing and associated outcomes.
• Collaborate with the County Manager's Office, Human Services, Public Health, and community partners to identify, recommend, and implement system-level process improvements.
• Represent Pitkin County in regional and interagency Behavioral Health planning bodies, coalitions, boards, and community forums; prepare and deliver presentations, reports, and policy briefings as needed.
• Provide administrative leadership and support for Behavioral Health initiatives, including participation in training, and cross-departmental, cross-community collaboration. Also supports workforce development through the BHSP)
• Participate in Public Health team activities, training, and cross-departmental initiatives.
• Participates in and supports all Community Health Improvement Plan meetings relevant to mental health and substance use.
• Serves in a leadership role to demonstrate the County's commitment to keeping the issue of mental health needs and access to services at the forefront.
• Supports the relationship between Pitkin County government and the general public by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with citizens, visitors, and County staff; maintains confidentiality of work-related issues and County information; performs other duties as required or assigned.

Minimum Qualifications, Knowledge And Skills

• 3+ years of experience as a Supervisor or Lead in a department or function.
• 5+ years progressively responsible experience with Public Health, Human Services, Behavioral Health or related fields (such as Community Organizing and Strategic Leadership), in the areas of facilitation, project management, strategic planning and implementation, and communication.
• Bachelor's Degree in Public Health, Human Services, or Behavioral Health preferred or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Knowledge Of

• Leadership and facilitation methods and practices.
• Professional and technical writing methods and practices.
• Project management principles, practices and methods.
• Fiscal and budgetary management and tracking.
• Organizational and community planning.
• Data collection and analysis methods for program improvement. Administrative principles and practices to include goal setting and program budget development and implementation.

Skill In

• Facilitating diverse groups in working toward a common goal
• Communicating effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Handling multiple tasks simultaneously, under pressure, and in emergency and stressful situations.
• Working efficiently both independently and as part of a team.
• Organizing and prioritizing work to meet deadlines.
• Developing, understanding, interpreting, and communicating policies and procedures.
• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships.

Physical Demands and Working Environment

Work is performed in a standard office environment. Local travel may be required to facilitate with community partners, and advocate for strategic planning efforts and objectives. Occasional longer travel for regional or State meetings or training.

The employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship. The employer retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position.

Employer

Pitkin County
Address 530 East Main Street, Suite 304
Aspen, Colorado, 81611
Phone [phone]
Website http://www.pitkincounty.com/jobs