Director, Child Health

Public Health, Department of; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 127,000; Full time

Job summary

The Georgia Department of Public Health is seeking a Director of Child Health to provide statewide leadership for critical child health programs and services. The role oversees program strategy, operations, and cross‑agency collaboration to protect and promote the health of Georgia’s children.

You will supervise staff, manage federal and state funding, and ensure compliance with applicable requirements while leading program improvements and policy development.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in public health or related field.
• Experience in child health.
• Experience in public health.

Responsibilities

• Leads the Child Health Programs for the Department including Health Check, MIECHV, EHDI, Newborn Screening, Autism Access and Innovation, Babies Can’t Wait, Children’s Medical Services, and Children 1st.
• Provides guidance, training, and mentorship to Child Health staff.
• Manages state and federal funding allocations, grants, and contracts.
• Ensures compliance with state and federal requirements and guidelines through evaluation, oversight, and reporting.
• Coordinates program timelines, reports, and contract requirements.
• Establishes standards and protocols for child health clinical services.
• Leads grant applications and needs assessments as required.
• Collaborates with other DPH Programs, public health districts, agencies, and partners.
• Supervises staff.

Skills

Leadership

Program coordination

Grant management

Stakeholder collaboration

Education

Master’s degree in public health

Bachelor's degree in operations management or related field

Job description

Explore a World of Opportunity with the State of Georgia! We are the force that drives Georgia! Georgia State Government is a large enterprise, composed of various agencies and entities with a common goal to improve the lives of Georgia's more than 10 million citizens! Join Team Georgia and impact lives everyday while receiving a robust benefits package designed for every stage of your career!

Job Title: Director, Child Health

Agency: Department of Public Health

Job Requisition ID: JR0000005949

Shift: Day (United States of America)

Compensation Details: PAY GRADE: R $90,324.00 - $127,321.19

Job Description

We protect lives. The Georgia Department of Public Health (DPH) is the lead agency entrusted by the people of Georgia to protect lives and promote healthy lifestyles in communities throughout the state. We are committed to preventing disease, injury, and disability; promoting health and well-being; and preparing for and responding to disasters.

What We Offer

• As a member of the DPH team, you will join a group of passionate individuals dedicated to serving Georgians.
• Regardless of your role, you will contribute to protecting lives while enjoying a wide range of benefits.
• Make a Professional Impact – Build your career where it matters and protect lives in the community where you live, work, and play.
• Enjoy Workplace Flexibility – Experience flexibility in how you work so you can be your best self for you and the people of Georgia.
• Work with a Dynamic and Diverse Team – Collaborate with employees who share ideas and leverage collective strengths.
• Achieve Career Longevity – Take advantage of opportunities for learning and development that support a long-term career.
• Take Part in a Hands-on Working Culture – Work in a unique culture of active engagement and problem-solving, no matter your role.
• Feel Pride in Where you Work – Be part of making an impact in public health alongside dedicated people just like yourself.

Job Summary

The Director of Child Health will be responsible for statewide leadership and coordination of DPH’s Child Health Programs including Health Check, Maternal, Infant, and Early Childhood Home Visiting (MIECHV), Early Hearing Detection and Intervention, Newborn Screening, Autism Access and Innovation, Babies Can’t Wait, Children’s Medical Services, and Children 1st.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Leads the Child Health Programs for the Department including Health Check, Maternal, Infant, and Early Childhood Home Visiting (MIECHV), Early Hearing Detection and Intervention, Newborn Screening, Autism Access and Innovation, Babies Can’t Wait, Children’s Medical Services, and Children 1st.
• Provides expert guidance, technical assistance, training, and mentorship to Child Health staff.
• Responsible for efficient management of state and federal funding allocations, grants, and contracts.
• Responsible for assuring compliance with state and federal requirements and guidelines through ongoing evaluation, oversight, and reporting.
• Provides ongoing coordination and monitoring to assure program timelines, reports, contract requirements are completed as required.
• Establishes standards and protocols for child health clinical services.
• Provides leadership for grant applications and needs assessments as required.
• Responsible for effective collaboration between Child Health programs and other DPH Programs, public health districts, agencies, and partners.
• Responsible for supervision of staff.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in public health or other related field
• Experience in child health
• Experience in public health

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in operations management, business administration, or a related field which includes seven (7) years in a managerial or supervisory role; or ten (10) years of related professional experience which includes seven (7) years in a managerial or supervisory role; or seven (7) years of experience required at the lower , Business Ops (GSM014) or position equivalent.--Note: An equivalent combination of knowledge, education, job or intern experience, training, or certifications that provides the necessary knowledge and skills to successfully perform the job at the level listed may be substituted year-over-year.-.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

The State of Georgia does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or other protected categories in employment or the provision of services. Qualified applicants may request reasonable accommodation when needed during the application and/or screening process by contacting the appropriate agency Human Resources department.

Georgia State Government is a large enterprise, composed of various entities with a common goal to improve the lives of Georgia's 10 million citizens. With nearly 62,000 employees, we are one of the single largest employer in the state. Public service opportunities stretch across the state as employees live and work in all 159 counties. From traditional fields such as accounting, nursing, and engineering to unique fields like forestry and natural resources management, Georgia state government provides a world of opportunity.