Public Health Services Manager (Hybrid)

State of Connecticut; Hartford (CT); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional growth opportunities

Healthy work-life balance

Job summary

The Department of Public Health in Hartford, CT invites a seasoned public health professional to lead statewide investigations, inspections, and program development as Public Health Services Manager. This full-time role oversees a team, coordinates resources, and ensures regulatory compliance.

Travel across Connecticut is required, with some telework opportunities. A background in health program management and staff supervision is essential, along with strong communication skills and strategic

Qualifications

• Knowledge of management principles and practices.
• Knowledge of local, state and federal laws and regulations.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Direct statewide public health program activities.
• Plan, develop and implement program goals and protocols.
• Supervise staff and recruit/hire personnel.
• Conduct inspections and enforce regulations as needed.
• Lead quality assurance and performance improvement initiatives.

Skills

Management principles

Regulatory compliance

Oral and written communication

Staff supervision

Collaboration with stakeholders

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree (public health or related field)

Job description

Introduction

Do you have experience in a supervisory capacity with responsibility for the planning, development and execution of a comprehensive health or health related program? Join us as a Public Health Services Manager and make a difference today!

Position Highlights

• Location: 410 Capitol Avenue, Hartford, CT


• Work Schedule: Monday - Friday


• Work Shift: Full-time, First Shift


• Work Hours: 40 hours per week


• There may be opportunities for some telework.


• Travel throughout the state is required.

What we can offer you

• Professional growth and development opportunities


• A healthy work/life balance to all employees

Discover the opportunity to

• Monitor and oversee the performance of investigations and inspections;


• Develop, implement and monitor protocols;


• Supervise and support staff;


• Perform inspections and enforcement activities; and


• Lead related quality assurance and performance improvement activities.

More about the agency

The Mission of the Department of Public Health (DPH) is to protect and improve the health and safety of the people of Connecticut by:

• Assuring the conditions in which people can be healthy


• Preventing disease, injury, and disability


• Promoting the equal enjoyment of the highest attainable standard of health, which is a human right and a priority of the state.

DPH accomplishes this through the implementation of its Strategic Plan which outlines the actions that DPH is taking to accomplish its Mission.

Purpose of Job Class (Nature of Work)

In the Department of Public Health this class is accountable for directing statewide activities of public health programs and/or directing the staff and programs of a large section of the department.

Examples of Duties

• Directs staff and operations of a public health program;


• Coordinates, plans and manages office activities;


• Formulates program goals and objectives;


• Assists in preparation of office budget;


• Maintains contacts with individuals, other operating units and outside agencies that may impact on program activities;


• Implements new procedures and procedural revisions;


• Recommends appropriate staffing levels;


• Administers state and federal regulations pertaining to division;


• Exercises responsibility for maintaining program integrity;


• Responds to inquiries from out of state agencies and the general public regarding public health services;


• Prepares reports as necessary;


• Leads the recruitment and hiring of staff, including outreach, interview and selection;


• Performs related duties as required.

Knowledge, Skill and Ability

• Considerable knowledge of:


• and ability to apply management principles and practices;


• and ability to apply relevant local, state and federal laws, statutes and regulations;


• health care delivery systems, practitioners and/or providers;


• aims, objectives and operational environment of health providers;


• principles and practices of public administration;


• In addition to above;


• Statewide Oral Health Program;


• principles, practices and techniques of oral health;


• Women, Infants and Children (WIC) Program;


• relevant current public health principles and practices;


• Considerable;


• interpersonal skills;


• oral and written communication skills.

Minimum Qualifications - General Experience

Nine (9) years of professional experience in a health organization.

Minimum Qualifications - Special Experience

Two (2) years of the General Experience must have been in a supervisory capacity with responsibility for the planning, development and execution of a comprehensive health or health related program.

Minimum Qualifications - Substitutions Allowed

• College training may be substituted for the General Experience on the basis of fifteen (15) semester hours equalling one half (1/2) year of experience to a maximum of four (4) years for a Bachelor’s degree.


• A Master’s degree in public health, health education, health care administration, nursing, other health related fields, or public administration may be substituted for one (1) additional year of the General Experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience interpreting and applying laws and regulations, and conducting health-related inspections or investigations


• Experience prioritizing multiple time-sensitive projects or assignments


• Experience developing policies and procedures and participating in quality assurance activities


• Experience supervising and/or mentoring staff


• Experience communicating, both orally and in writing, including presenting to groups and writing reports


• Experience working collaboratively with other stakeholders, agencies, coalitions, and associations

Special Requirements

• Statewide Oral Health Program incumbents in this class must possess and retain a license to practice dentistry in Connecticut or must possess and retain a license as a Registered Dental Hygienist in Connecticut.


• Women, Infants and Children Program incumbents in this class must possess and retain certification as a Registered Dietitian.


• Incumbents in this class may be required to possess and maintain relevant registration(s) and/or certification(s).


• Incumbents in this class may be required to travel.

Conclusion

AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.

Acknowledgement

As defined by Sec. 5-196 of the Connecticut General Statutes, a job class is a position or group of positions that share general characteristics and are categorized under a single title for administrative purposes. As such, a job class is not meant to be all-inclusive of every task and/or responsibility.