Division Manager - Retail Food Program

El Paso County (CO); Colorado Springs (CO); Hybrid; USD 92,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

El Paso County Public Health seeks a Public Health Manager to lead a major program rebuild, focusing on food safety and service modernization. You will assess current practices, integrate CDPHE feedback, and design a clearer program framework with measurable outcomes.

The role includes budget development, staff supervision, grant management, and collaboration with partners to improve community health. In-person work with some travel is expected.

Qualifications

• Advanced knowledge of public health principles and practices.
• Budget development and budgeting processes.
• Ability to supervise and develop staff.

Responsibilities

• Assess health issues and design interventions and action plans.
• Develop and monitor program budgets and contracts.
• Supervise staff and conduct performance evaluations.
• Ensure compliance with regulations and internal policies.
• Engage with community partners to advance public health goals.

Skills

Public health principles

Budget development

Staff supervision

Training and presentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in nursing, health promotion, public health, public policy, or related field

Master’s degree in public health or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

We are seeking a visionary Public Health Manager to lead the rebuilding and modernization of one of Colorado’s largest Retail Food Establishment programs. This is a unique opportunity to help shape the future of food safety in our community by assessing current practices, implementing CDPHE feedback, and designing a clearer, stronger, and more effective program framework.

Hiring Range: $92,000.00 - $110,000.00 annually

This position has an anticipated work schedule of Monday - Friday, 7:30am -- 4:00pm or 8:00am -- 4:30pm, with occasional travel.

Responsible for the management, planning, implementation, and daily operations of assigned program areas for El Paso County Public Health (EPCPH). Develops and monitors budgets; collaborates and works closely with other programs, community agencies/partners, and the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE). Supervises assigned staff, including the assignment of duties, and provides direction, guidance, mentorship, and training. May be assigned to Communicable Disease, Environmental Health, Immunizations, Maternal Child Health, Nurse Family Partnership, Reproductive Clinic, Tobacco Education and Prevention Partnership (TEPP), or Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) program. This position may be dependent on variable funding sources, including categorical grants. Employment is subject to the terms, conditions, and policies detailed in the Personnel Policies Manual (PPM). This position requires regular in-person presence as an essential job function.

• Utilizing the ten essential public health functions, assesses the health issues relevant to program areas and designs effective interventions,strategies, and action plans aimed at improving community health. Implements and supervises public health program services, with guidance and consultation from the Division Director. In coordination with the Division Director, establishes goals and objectives of program areas.
• Develops, implements, and evaluates best practices and evidence-based plans to demonstrate measurable population-based outcomes. Assures the programming contributes to the improvement of state performance measures and outcomes.
• Ensures program compliance with public health standards, best practices, Local, State, and Federal regulations, and internal policies and procedures. Provides technical advice to Public Health staff and the public in the areas of expertise.
• Establishes and implements specific policies, procedures, training, and standards for efficient and effective program operation and maintenance. Monitors progress and directs changes in priorities as needed.
• Manages, guides, leads, and supervises assigned program staff. Conducts performance evaluations and motivates employees to achieve peak productivity and performance; participates in the hiring and disciplinary process. Provides oversight of training, identifies training and workforce development needs, and facilitates staff educational and training activities.
• Ensures data and documentation are entered into appropriate databases and systems; ensures staff are utilizing the records and databases appropriately.
• Performs educational functions on behalf of programs. Develops and implements educational programs for the community; makes presentations to community groups. Works with community groups and other agencies to form partnerships for the furtherance of public health programs and concepts.
• Organizes annual audit materials to meet State and Federal audit requirements.
• Participates in State and Agency Quality Improvement projects.
• Develops, manages, and maintains program area budgets and contracts. Assists in preparing preliminary budget documents for Local and State agencies. Establishes program priorities and budget needs, performs needs analysis, directs the purchasing of equipment and supplies, and actively seeks funding for desired program activities. Coordinates with appropriate fiscal offices, program managers, and Local health agencies. Monitors State contracts and Memorandums of Understanding (MOUs) for compliance. Assists in the application of grants, and ensures a program meets grant requirements.
• Participates and maintains training for EPCPH emergency planning and response activities.
• Promotes public health within the community.
• Takes personal responsibility to provide exceptional customer service in order to promote and maintain a positive Public Health image, constructive working environment, and foster pride and professionalism in the workplace and community.
• Performs other duties as required.

Supervision Exercised:

This classification requires managing and monitoring work performance of assigned staff, including making final recommendations on hiring and disciplinary actions, evaluating program/work objectives and effectiveness, and realigning work and staffing assignments, as needed. This classification may occasionally require director-level or above supervision in cases of absence.

Supervision Received:

Receives minimal direction. This classification typically performs job duties with broad parameters defined by general organizational requirements and accepted practices. End results determine the effectiveness of job performance.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Advanced knowledge of public health principles and practices. Knowledge of program-specific regulations, laws, and statutes.
• Knowledge of budget development, bookkeeping, and accounting principles and procedures.
• Knowledge and understanding of agency policies and procedures.
• Skill in demonstrating a cooperative, professional attitude to cultivate relationships both within and outside the organization. Skilled in training and presentation.
• Skill in prioritizing and organizing multiple tasks and the ability to complete projects in a timely manner. Ability to formulate plans, policies, and procedures.
• Ability to supervise, guide, train, and motivate employees. ability to objectively review, evaluate, and document the performance of employees.
• Ability to communicate, motivate, and organize projects among a broad spectrum of personnel, frequently under deadline pressure.
• Ability to respond in a flexible manner and reprioritize work as situations change.
• Ability to demonstrate sound judgment by taking appropriate action regarding questionable findings or concerns.
• Ability to identify problems and work creatively to resolve them, considering the impact of actions. Ability to identify results of efforts and current or potential problems and develop and recommend corrective actions.
• Ability to write and maintain accurate records and reports to meet management objectives.
• Ability to maintain the security of sensitive and confidential information.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Ability to perform under pressure and when confronted with people acting under stress.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees; internal and external contacts; staff and management of local, state, and federal agencies; and the public. Ability to provide excellent customer service.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Ability and willingness to respond to sensitive situations twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week, and carry a cell phone.
• Skill in using a computer and various software packages including Microsoft Office.
• Maintain regular and punctual attendance.

Required Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in nursing, health promotion, public health, public policy, or related field.
• Five years of public health, community health, or related experience.
• Two years of managerial, supervisory, or demonstrated leadership experience.
• Experience with budget preparation.
• Communicable Disease Program:
  • Master's degree in public health or related field.
  • Three years of progressively advanced experience in infectious disease epidemiology and general epidemiology.

Preferred Education & Experience

• Master’s degree in nursing, health promotion, public health, public policy, or related field.
• Bilingual fluency and proficiency in English and Spanish, including reading, writing, speaking, and translation.

Licenses/Certificates

• Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license.
• Valid CPR Certification.
• If a nurse, must have current Registered Nurse licensure to practice in the State of Colorado; nurses with compact licensure must meet all licensure requirements set forth by the Colorado Board of Nursing within ninety days of employment.
• WIC Program:
  • Must be registered as a Registered Dietitian with the Commission of Dietetic Registration.

Pre-Employment Requirements

• Must pass conditional post offer background investigation, motor vehicle record check, and drug screen.

Duties are performed in an office and field environment. Some travel may be required; work may be assigned in various locations. Work environment may contain potential exposure to second-hand smoke, infections, blood, and contagious diseases; potential exposure hazards including, but not limited to, electrical, chemical, and biological. Hybrid remote work environment dependent upon Department discretion and business needs. Based on program assignment, may be required to safely lift and carry up to 25 pounds and bend at waist or knees to get down to child's level. May be required to work outside of normal business hours; ability and willingness to sensitive situations twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week. May be required to rotate on-call duty including days, nights, and weekends . Public Health employees are responsible for providing proof of vaccinations and/or tuberculosis testing as applicable to the specific position and must provide proof of completion of required vaccinations/testing or proof of initiation within sixty days of hire date.

The classification specification above is intended to describe the general nature of work, key responsibilities, and minimum qualifications. Minimum qualifications reflect the baseline experience required for the classification. Departments may establish additional or preferred qualifications to address operational needs, assignment complexity, and specialized functions, provided such qualifications are job-related, consistent with the intent of the classification, and as approved by the Human Resources department. Specific job assignments, duties, education, experience, licenses/certifications, and working conditions may vary based on the department or office's needs and the requirements of the assigned position. Changes to this classification specification may only be made by the Human Resources Department.