Executive Deputy Director, Programs & Policy

Holland America-Princess (Holland America Dawson City Inn); Anchorage (AK); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

The Municipality of Anchorage's Anchorage Health Department seeks an experienced Deputy Director (Program & Policy) to lead administrative, financial, HR, and program functions.

Reporting to the Health Department Director, the Deputy oversees grant management, budgeting, compliance, and policy development, coordinating with multiple agencies to deliver public health programs and drive the department's annual plan.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in relevant field and 6 years’ public program experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in relevant field and 8 years’ public program experience.
• Associate’s degree and 10 years’ public program experience.
• High school diploma or GED and 12 years’ public program experience.
• Valid State of Alaska Driver’s License at time of hire.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the development, implementation, and management of department functions.
• Provide direct supervision to program managers and HR liaison.
• Oversee grant management, budgeting, and indirect cost allocations.
• Develop compliance policies and systems to mitigate risk.
• Forecast revenue and expenses and coordinate special projects.
• Collaborate with multiple agencies to ensure effective program delivery.
• Oversee department facilities maintenance and operations.

Education

Master’s degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Accounting, Political Science, Public Relations, Planning, Engineering, or a related discipline

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Accounting, Political Science, Public Relations, Planning, Engineering, or a related discipline

Associate’s degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Accounting, Political Science, Public Relations, Planning, Engineering, or a related discipline

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent

Job description

The Municipality of Anchorage's Anchorage Health Department seeks an experienced Deputy Director (Program & Policy) to lead administrative, financial, HR, and program functions.

Reporting to the Health Department Director, the Deputy oversees grant management, budgeting, compliance, and policy development, coordinating with multiple agencies to deliver public health programs and drive the department's annual plan.