Public Health District Director - Strategic Leader

Commonwealth of VA Careers

Virginia

On-site

USD 182,000 - 235,000

Full time

7 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

12 paid holidays

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Retirement plans (401a Cash Match, 457

Sick, family/personal, and annualleave

Job summary

The Virginia Department of Health is seeking an experienced Health District Director to lead the Piedmont District, overseeing medical, nursing, environmental health, and administrative services across multiple counties.

The role requires strong leadership, strategic planning, and expertise in public health program implementation, stakeholder engagement, and financial management, with a focus on compliance and performance.

Qualifications

Moderate professional experience in either a public health agency or a public health-related activity.
Extensive experience in organizational or community leadership.
Demonstrated ability to lead high level teams and manage change in the workplace.
Ability to work effectively both independently and as a member of a team.
Proven leadership, including working in an interdisciplinary environment.
Experience managing in a team-based model.
Knowledge of a wide range of local public health programs.
Ability to work with local elected officials, senior local government officials, and community stakeholders; ability to develop partnerships.
Experience with budget development, execution of financial management, and managing grants.
Knowledge and application of HR policies, including compliance.
Experience implementing internal controls.
Experience resolving confidential and sensitive issues, maintain confidentiality, and maintain balanced professional relationships.
Experience providing communications and media relations

Responsibilities

Lead and supervise staff, including performance management, work prioritization, training, and workforce development.
Direct the planning, implementation, and evaluation of public health programs and initiatives to improve community health.
Conduct and support community health assessments and use data to inform public health strategies.
Build and maintain strong partnerships with local governments, healthcare organizations, community stakeholders, and state and federal agencies.
Oversee program budgets, grants, financial stewardship, procurement, and resource management to ensure compliance and operational effectiveness.
Serve as a public health leader and subject matter expert, representing the agency with elected officials, community partners, and the media as needed.
Ensure compliance with public health laws, regulations, policies, and human resources practices.