Contracted Public Information Officer

C305 North Central District Health Department; United States; On-site; USD 61,579,000 - 76,732,000; Full time

Job summary

C305 North Central District Health Department in Kentucky is seeking a manager to oversee administrative functions supporting agency programs. The role reports to the health department director and will oversee budgeting, purchasing and facilities management.

The position requires a Bachelor degree in a related field and relevant experience, with substitution options described in the posting. Drug/alcohol testing administration is included in duties, along with staff supervision.

Qualifications

• Bachelor Degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Public Health, Community Health, Accounting, Human Resource Management or closely related degrees.
• Three (3) years experience in an administrative or management capacity, where fiscal, budgeting, personnel and planning responsibilities have been demonstrated.
• Substitution clause: Additional education in the field will substitute for the required experience, not to exceed three (3) years.
• High School Diploma/GED and five (5) years experience which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities will substitute for the required education.

Responsibilities

• Maintain knowledge of current policies, laws, trends and developments in the agency by reading appropriate policy notices/interpretations or related materials and attending training sessions.
• Directs all health department purchasing activities, coordinate major equipment purchases and service contracts.
• Administer the drug and alcohol testing program.
• Direct all maintenance activities for the health department’s buildings and grounds, plans, schedules and determines work priorities of subordinate personnel based on experience level and current work volume.
• Manage any number of routine administrative functions for the agency and supervise non-professional level support staff.

Education

Bachelor Degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Public Health, Community Health, Accounting, Human Resource Management or closely related degrees.

Job description

Advertisement Closes: 10/16/2026 12:00 AM Pay Grade: Grade 21 Salary: $21.52 - $26.76 Hourly Time Type: Full time Health Department: North Central District Health Department

Summary: Under the direction of the local health department director or other appropriate management staff, carries a substantial managerial responsibility for several complex administrative functions that support the overall programs and services of the agency. If you have any questions or would like any more information about this job posting please contact Michelle Wilburn at [e-mail]

Description

CHARACTERISTICS OF THE CLASS

Under the direction of the local health department director or other appropriate management staff, carries a substantial managerial responsibility for several complex administrative functions that support the overall programs and services of the agency.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS ARE COMPREHENSIVE STATEMENTS OF THE MINIMUM BACKGROUND AS TO EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND OTHER QUALIFICATIONS WHICH WILL BE REQUIRED IN ALL CASES AS EVIDENCE OF AN APPOINTEE'S ABILITY TO PERFORM THE WORK PROPERLY.

• EDUCATION: Bachelor Degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Public Health, Community Health, Accounting, Human Resource Management or closely related degrees.
• EXPERIENCE: Three (3) years experience in an administrative or management capacity, where fiscal, budgeting, personnel and planning responsibilities have been demonstrated.
• SUBSTITUTION CLAUSE EDUCATION: Additional education in the field will substitute for the required experience, not to exceed three (3) years.
• EXPERIENCE: High School Diploma/GED and five (5) years experience which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities will substitute for the required education.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: (AGE, LICENSURE, REGULATION, ETC.) (None)

POST EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS: EMPLOYEES IN THIS CLASS WILL BE REQUIRED TO OBTAIN CREDENTIALS OUTLINED BELOW WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME, OR IF EMPLOYEES POSSESS SUCH CREDENTIALS AT THE TIME OF HIRE THEY WILL BE REQUIRED TO MAINTAIN THOSE CREDENTIALS SO LONG AS THEY ARE EMPLOYED IN THIS CAPACITY. (None)

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES OR RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE CLASSIFICATION

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES OR RESPONSIBILITIES ARE NOT TO BE CONSTRUED AS DESCRIBING WHAT THE DUTIES OR RESPONSIBILITIES OF ANY POSITION SHALL BE AND ARE NOT TO BE CONSTRUED AS LIMITING THE APPOINTING AUTHORITY'S ABILITY TO ADD TO, OR OTHERWISE ALTER THE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF A POSITION.

• Maintain knowledge of current policies, laws, trends and developments in the agency by reading appropriate policy notices/interpretations or related materials and attending training sessions.
• Directs all health department purchasing activities, coordinate major equipment purchases and service contracts.
• Administer the drug and alcohol testing program.
• Direct all maintenance activities for the health department’s buildings and grounds, plans, schedules and determines work priorities of subordinate personnel based on experience level and current work volume.
• Manage any number of routine administrative functions for the agency and supervise non-professional level support staff.

TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS AND UNIQUE PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

INCUMBENTS IN THIS CLASSIFICATION WILL TYPICALLY PERFORM THEIR PRIMARY JOB DUTIES UNDER THESE CONDITIONS. THESE CONDITIONS MAY CHANGE ON OCCASION IN PERFORMING THE DUTIES OF AN INDIVIDUAL POSITION. Work typical is spent inside the office.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Applicants and employees in this classification may be required to submit to a drug screening test and background check according to the agency’s policies.

DATE CLASS ESTABLISHED

07-01-2006

DATE OF LAST REVISION

10-03-2022

THE LOCAL HEALTH DEPARTMENTS DO NOT DISCRIMINATE ON THE BASIS OF RACE, COLOR, RELIGION, NATIONAL ORIGIN, SEX, AGE, DISABILITY, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, GENDER IDENTITY, ANCESTRY OR VETERAN STATUS. REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS ARE PROVIDED UPON REQUEST.

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The Kentucky Department for Public Health (DPH) is responsible for developing and operating state public health programs and activities for the citizens of Kentucky.

The mission of DPH is to improve the health and safety of people in Kentucky through prevention, promotion and protection.

The department oversees programs designed to improve the lives of citizens and visitors through prevention of negative health outcomes, promotion of healthy lifestyles and protection from diseases, injury and environmental health impacts.

DPH has almost 150 different programs to help Kentuckians become healthier in cooperation with its partners such as local health departments, universities, private providers, etc.

To support many of these programs, the department relies on high-quality data to guide decision making at the state and local levels such as the Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System, Immunization Registry and Office of Vital Statistics.

The department is organized into seven divisions with the Commissioner's Office providing oversight and support for the divisions and programs.

The Office of Health Equity and the public Health Nursing Office are located in the Commissioner's Office.

More information about each division can be found under Related Agencies at the bottom of this page.

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