Public Health Executive Director

Douglas County; Castle Rock (CO); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Douglas County, CO is seeking a Public Health Executive Director to provide strategic leadership and executive oversight for the Douglas County Health Department, guiding programs that protect and improve community health.

The ideal candidate will be a visionary and collaborative public health executive who can guide an established department, strengthen organizational performance, and support the Assistant Directors of Community Health and Environmental Health in leading their divisions.

Job description

Douglas County, CO is seeking a Public Health Executive Director. The Public Health Executive Director provides strategic leadership and executive oversight for the Douglas County Health Department, guiding programs that protect and improve community health. The position oversees two direct reports: the Assistant Director of Community Health, who leads clinical services, nutrition, community health promotion, disease surveillance, and contracted service providers, and the Assistant Director of Environmental Health, who directs regulatory, inspection, education, and environmental health activities. Department programs include Community Health, Disease Surveillance, Emergency Preparedness and Response, Environmental Health, and Vital Records.

The ideal candidate will be a visionary and collaborative public health executive with the leadership experience to guide an established department and advance high-quality, responsive services for the community. This individual will be a strategic thinker and effective administrator who can oversee complex programs, strengthen organizational performance, and support the Assistant Directors of Community Health and Environmental Health in leading their respective divisions. The successful candidate will listen to stakeholders, incorporate diverse perspectives, and communicate recommendations grounded in professional standards, sound data, and practical judgment. Political acuity, transparency, and the ability to build productive relationships with the Board of Health, County leadership, employees, community partners, and the public will be essential. A medical background is preferred but not required.