Deputy Section Chief

Health & Human Services; Raleigh (NC); Hybrid; USD 67,000 - 117,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work option

Health insurance

Paid vacation/sick leave

Retirement plans

Job summary

The State of North Carolina is seeking a Deputy Section Chief to lead the Women, Infant, and Community Wellness Section within the Division of Public Health. This role provides executive-level direction for Title V and related Maternal and Child Health initiatives, ensuring efficient administration of federal and state resources to improve health outcomes.

Responsibilities include strategic planning, data-informed decision making, and oversight of staff and grants.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and five years of progressively responsible experience in public health or related field.
• Knowledge of Title V/Maternal and Child Health programs preferred.
• Experience interpreting state laws, regulations, and program requirements.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership and administrative direction for the Title V Office and Maternal and Child Health programs.
• Administer the Title V Block Grant with emphasis on compliance, accountability, and resource stewardship.
• Partner with the Title V MCH Director to set priorities, plans, and initiatives across North Carolina.
• Direct administrative and operational functions and establish procedures for efficiency.
• Analyze programmatic, financial, and performance data to inform decisions and resource allocation.
• Lead Title V Office staff and Administrative/Operations teams, including grant management oversight.
• Coordinate cross-program collaboration with internal and external partners to achieve goals.
• Advise leadership on administrative, fiscal, and operational matters affecting service delivery.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Administrative direction

Operational oversight

Program management

Data analysis

Staff supervision

Stakeholder engagement

Interagency coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Agency Dept of Health and Human Services Division Public Health Job Classification Title Program Analyst II (NS) Position Number 60040960 Grade NC19 About Us The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is one of the largest, most complex agencies in the state, and has approximately 17,000 employees. It is responsible for ensuring the health, safety, and well-being of all North Carolinians, providing human service needs for special populations including individuals who are deaf, blind, developmentally disabled, and mentally ill, and helping poor North Carolinians achieve economic independence.

Description of Work The Deputy Section Chief serves as the Deputy for Women, Infant, and Community Wellness Section, provides executive leadership, strategic planning, administrative direction, and operational oversight for the Title V Office and programs administered through the Maternal and Child Health (MCH) Block Grant. This position serves as a key member of the Section's leadership team and works closely with the Title V MCH Director to advance statewide maternal and child health priorities, ensure effective administration of federal and state resources, and achieve organizational goals. The Deputy Section Chief is responsible for overseeing administrative and operational functions, directing the use of programmatic, financial, and performance data to inform decision‑making, and providing leadership for strategic initiatives that support improved health outcomes for women, infants, children, families, and communities. The Deputy supervises Title V Office and Administrative/Operations staff and provides guidance, coordination, technical assistance, and oversight to ensure program effectiveness and compliance with applicable requirements.

Key Duties Include:

• Provide strategic leadership and administrative direction for the Title V Office and programs administered through the Maternal and Child Health Block Grant.
• Serve as the primary administrator for the Maternal and Child Health Block Grant, ensuring effective program management, compliance, accountability, and stewardship of federal and state resources.
• Partner with the Title V MCH Director to develop and implement strategic priorities, operational plans, and initiatives that advance maternal and child health goals across North Carolina.
• Direct administrative and operational functions for the Section by establishing procedures, monitoring performance, and ensuring efficient and effective business operations.
• Analyze programmatic, financial, and performance data to support strategic planning, operational decision‑making, resource allocation, and program improvement efforts.
• Provide leadership and oversight for Title V Office staff and Administrative/Operations teams, including supervision of the State Systems Development Initiative grant manager and related personnel.
• Coordinate maternal and child health initiatives by facilitating collaboration among internal programs, external partners, and stakeholders to support program goals and improve population health outcomes.
• Advise Section leadership on administrative, fiscal, operational, and programmatic matters affecting the delivery and effectiveness of maternal and child health services.
• Provide technical assistance, consultation, and program guidance to staff, partners, and stakeholders regarding Title V requirements, maternal and child health priorities, and operational processes.
• Oversee the implementation and evaluation of assigned programs and initiatives to ensure alignment with organizational objectives, regulatory requirements, and performance expectations.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences Salary Grade Range: $67,122.00 - $117,465.00 Recruitment Range: $67,122.00 - $108,150.00 Candidates now meet the minimum qualifications of a position if they meet the minimum education and experience listed on the vacancy announcement. The Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)/ Management Preferences are not required.

Applicants who possess the following skills are preferred:

• Expertise guiding the development and implementation of maternal and child health strategies designed to improve reproductive health and reduce infant mortality.
• Oversaw the application of public health principles to drive the effective design, implementation, evaluation, and improvement of programs serving families and individuals of reproductive age.
• Proven history interpreting and applying state laws, regulations, policies, and program requirements to support program administration, compliance, and effective operational decision‑making.
• Experience evaluating complex programmatic, financial, and population health data to identify trends, assess outcomes, and support strategic planning, policy development, and resource allocation.
• Documented experience leading cross‑functional public health initiatives by providing strategic direction, technical expertise, and stakeholder coordination to advance organizational goals and maternal and child health priorities.

The Posting Will Close At 11:59 P.M. The Night Before The End Date

This Position Is Funded In Part Through Federal Funds This Position Is Eligible For A Hybrid Work Option

About the NC Division of Public Health (DPH): The NC Division of Public Health works to promote and contribute to the highest possible level of health for the people of North Carolina. Our entire statewide system of public health has dedicated professionals who carry out our mission every day through a wide range of essential and activities touching the lives of everyone in our state.

About The Women, Infant and Community Wellness Section (WICWS): The Women, Infant and Community Wellness Section develops and promotes programs and services that protect the health and well‑being of infants and of women during their child‑bearing years. The goal is to improve the overall health of women, reduce infant sickness and death, and strengthen families and communities.

Compensation and Benefits:

The State of North Carolina offers excellent comprehensive benefits. Employees can participate in health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, and the NCFlex program (numerous high-quality, low-cost benefits on a pre‑tax basis). Employees also receive paid vacation, sick, and community service leave. In addition, paid parental leave is available to eligible employees. Visit the website for State Benefits.

Supplemental Contact Information:

The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is an Equal Opportunity Employer that embraces an Employment First philosophy, which consists of complying with all federal laws, state laws, and Executive Orders. We are committed to reviewing requests for reasonable accommodation at any time during the hiring process or while on the job. For more information about DHHS: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/. DHHS uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions subject to the State Human Resources Act with the most qualified individuals. Hiring salary will be based on relevant qualifications, internal equity, and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position. In accordance with the Governor’s Executive Order 303, our agency supports second‑chance employment for individuals who were previously incarcerated or justice‑involved. We invite all potential applicants to apply for positions for which they may be qualified.

Minimum Education and Experience

Bachelor's degree from an appropriately accredited institution and five (5) years of progressively experience related to the area of assignment OR An equivalent combination of training and experience.

EEO Statement

The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.

Valuing Education and Experience

The State of North Carolina values the knowledge and experience of our jobseekers and current state employees. Approximately 91 percent of state job classifications allow experience to be substituted for education or do not require a post‑secondary degree. Learn more about how you may qualify for a position through education or directly related experience, or a combination of both, with the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide.

All job postings close at 11:59pm the night before the End Date on the posting.