Rural Community Hub Operations Lead

C304 Purchase District Health Department; United States; On-site; USD 10,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Pension

Job summary

Purchase District Health Department is seeking a knowledgeable and highly motivated individual to join the Rural Community Hubs for Chronic Care Innovation (RCH) program in the Purchase Area Development District. The RCH Operations Lead will oversee day-to-day operations, engage partners, manage budgets, ensure grant compliance, and help scale hub activities across rural Kentucky.

This role requires strong project management, stakeholder collaboration, excellent communication, and willingness to

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in nonprofit management, public health, social work, business administration, healthcare administration, or a related field
• 4+ years of experience in program coordination, operations management, community engagement, partnership development, or related fields
• Experience managing multiple priorities, timelines, and stakeholder relationships simultaneously
• Demonstrated ability to coordinate projects and support implementation across multiple organizations or sectors
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational, facilitation, and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to travel throughout ADD region for meetings, events, and partner engagement activities
• Deep commitment to improving health outcomes and quality of life for Kentuckians
• Experience working within rural communities and/or Purchase Area Development District communities preferred

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day operational activities of the Rural Community Hub, driving alignment with program goals, grant requirements, and local community needs
• Support budgeting, expense tracking, procurements, and financial reporting processes to drive accountability and transparency
• Support Purchase District Health Department with fulfilling its responsibilities as a passthrough entity in accordance with 2 CFR 200; Guide Hub partner organizations on federal grant compliance considerations (e.g., cost allowability, payment processes)
• Oversee vendor and contractor management for the Hub, including procurement, contracting, monitoring, and performance oversight
• Develop and maintain systems for accurate data collection, performance tracking, and timely reporting of Hub activities and outcomes
• Coordinate technical assistance and capacity-building support for Hub partners, helping organizations access tools, resources, and expertise needed for successful implementation
• Monitor progress against project plans, deliverables, milestones, and performance measures; proactively identify and resolve operational challenges
• Partner with Hub leads and subject matter experts to embed operational leading practices into program design and implementation
• Establish and maintain systems, processes, and workflows that enable effective Hub operations and partner coordination
• Develop and maintain strong working relationships with local organizations, service providers, employers, community leaders, RHT funders, and other stakeholders
• Support stakeholder engagement efforts and serve as a key operational liaison between Hub partners and statewide initiative leadership
• Identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency, strengthen partner support, and enhance program implementation
• Support the deployment of program-wide operational enhancements and/or processes
• Gather and assess feedback from partners and stakeholders to inform ongoing operational improvements
• Stay informed on leading practices related to rural health transformation, community partnerships, and operational management, incorporating relevant lessons into Hub operations
• Operational Coordination: Align Hub operational activities and initiatives with broader organizational goals and partner priorities
• Relationship Management: Build and maintain relationships with diverse stakeholders while facilitating effective collaboration
• Project and Organizational Management: Coordinate complex workstreams, monitor progress, and support implementation across multiple partners.
• Data-Driven Decision Making: Utilize qualitative and quantitative data to support operational planning, performance monitoring, and continuous improvement.
• Communication and Facilitation: Lead meetings, coordinate stakeholder engagement, and communicate effectively with technical and non-technical audiences.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder coordination

Communication

Data-driven decisions

Travel flexibility

Education

Bachelor's degree in nonprofit management, public health, social work, business administration, healthcare administration, or related field

Job description

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11/09/2026 12:00 AM Pay Grade: Non-Merit Grade Salary: $7.25 - $50.00 Hourly Time Type: Full time Health Department: Purchase District Health Department

Summary

Purchase District Health Department is seeking a knowledgeable and highly motivated individual to join the Rural Community Hubs for Chronic Care Innovation (RCH) program in the Purchase Area Development District.

Overview

This full time, term limited role is part of the Rural Health Transformation-RCH program, with Purchase District Health Department serving as the RCH Lead Organization for Purchase Area Development District and the Foundation for a Healthy Kentucky serving as statewide, neutral convening and implementation partner for the RCH program. For more context about the overall project, click here. The Rural Community Hub (RCH) Operations Lead is responsible for operational management, partner engagement, financial oversight, and technical assistance within the Purchase Area Development District Hub. This role supports a statewide, multi-sector collaborative initiative to improve the health and wellbeing of rural Kentuckians. The RCH Operations Lead will report to the Purchase District Health Department and work closely with the FHKY RCH Coordinator to help establish and scale Hub operations by developing foundational infrastructure, coordinating partners, supporting program implementation, and maintaining effective operational systems. As the initiative matures, the role will focus on optimizing workflows, supporting advancing ADD-level strategies that align local priorities with state goals. Success in this position requires strong project management skills, experience coordinating multiple stakeholders, and the ability to translate strategy into effective operational implementation.

Why This Role Matters

This role is a unique opportunity to be part of a long-term, cross-sector effort to improve community health and wellbeing through coordinated local action. In a time when siloed systems struggle to meet complex community needs, Rural Community Hubs aim to align healthcare, public health, social services, education, housing, workforce, and community resources around shared goals and outcomes. The RCH Operations Lead plays a critical role in building the operational foundation necessary for these partnerships to function effectively and deliver measurable impact for Kentuckians.

About RHT

The Commonwealth of Kentucky has been awarded funding through the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) Rural Health Transformation Fund (RHTF). This investment will empower Kentucky to launch and implement its Rural Health Transformation Plan (RHTP) - a community-driven strategy to expand access and improve health outcomes for rural residents across the Commonwealth. Read Governor Beshear's press release. This project is 100% funded by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) for a total of $212.9 million in budget year 1 with 100% by CMS/HHS. The RHTF grant spans five budget periods aligned with federal fiscal years (FY2026-FY2030). Funding is disbursed annually by CMS based on achievement of performance metrics. The contents are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily represent the official views of, nor an endorsement, by CMS/HHS, or the U.S. Government. View the Notice of Funding Opportunity from CMS.

If you have any questions or would like any more information about this job posting please contact Kaitlyn May at [e-mail].

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day operational activities of the Rural Community Hub, driving alignment with program goals, grant requirements, and local community needs
• Support budgeting, expense tracking, procurements, and financial reporting processes to drive accountability and transparency
• Support Purchase District Health Department with fulfilling its responsibilities as a passthrough entity in accordance with 2 CFR 200 Guide Hub partner organizations on federal grant compliance considerations (e.g., cost allowability, payment processes)
• Oversee vendor and contractor management for the Hub, including procurement, contracting, monitoring, and performance oversight
• Develop and maintain systems for accurate data collection, performance tracking, and timely reporting of Hub activities and outcomes
• Coordinate technical assistance and capacity-building support for Hub partners, helping organizations access tools, resources, and expertise needed for successful implementation
• Monitor progress against project plans, deliverables, milestones, and performance measures; proactively identify and resolve operational challenges
• Partner with Hub leads and subject matter experts to embed operational leading practices into program design and implementation
• Establish and maintain systems, processes, and workflows that enable effective Hub operations and partner coordination

Relationship Management and Collaboration

• Develop and maintain strong working relationships with local organizations, service providers, employers, community leaders, RHT funders, and other stakeholders
• Support stakeholder engagement efforts and serve as a key operational liaison between Hub partners and statewide initiative leadership

Operational Efficiency and Improvement

• Identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency, strengthen partner support, and enhance program implementation
• Support the deployment of program-wide operational enhancements and/or processes
• Gather and assess feedback from partners and stakeholders to inform ongoing operational improvements
• Stay informed on leading practices related to rural health transformation, community partnerships, and operational management, incorporating relevant lessons into Hub operations

Your Background

• Bachelor's degree in nonprofit management, public health, social work, business administration, healthcare administration, or a related field
• 4+ years of experience in program coordination, operations management, community engagement, partnership development, or related fields
• Experience managing multiple priorities, timelines, and stakeholder relationships simultaneously
• Demonstrated ability to coordinate projects and support implementation across multiple organizations or sectors
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational, facilitation, and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to travel throughout ADD region for meetings, events, and partner engagement activities
• Deep commitment to improving health outcomes and quality of life for Kentuckians
• Experience working within rural communities and/or Purchase Area Development District communities preferred

What you bring

• Experience working with collective impact initiatives, multisector collaborations, community-based organizations, or place-based change efforts
• Experience supporting grants, contracts, budgeting, reporting, and performance measurement activities
• Familiarity with healthcare, public health, social services, education, workforce development, or community development systems
• Knowledge of population health principles and rural community health challenges

You are good at

• Operational Coordination: Align Hub operational activities and initiatives with broader organizational goals and partner priorities
• Relationship Management: Build and maintain relationships with diverse stakeholders while facilitating effective collaboration
• Project and Organizational Management: Coordinate complex workstreams, monitor progress, and support implementation across multiple partners.
• Data-Driven Decision Making: Utilize qualitative and quantitative data to support operational planning, performance monitoring, and continuous improvement.
• Communication and Facilitation: Lead meetings, coordinate stakeholder engagement, and communicate effectively with technical and non-technical audiences.

Salary Range: $29-$32/hour based on qualifications and experience

About Purchase District Health Department

The Purchase District Health Department (PDHD) is a public health agency with jurisdiction in five counties (Ballard, Carlisle, Fulton, Hickman, and McCracken) in the Purchase area. The mission of PDHD is to provide environmental, preventive, curative, and health maintenance services to area citizens. Our primary goal is to have individuals in the Purchase Area adopt habits and behaviors that support a long and productive life span. This goal can be reached by direct health care, health education and counseling, and enforcement of laws that protect health and the environment. To enable our clients to achieve their optimal functional level, we provide quality cost, effective care to all clients served regardless of their race, color, religion, age, sex, economic status, handicap status, political beliefs, or national origin. We treat all clients with dignity and respect as we strive to help them.

Benefits

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• HRA if medical is waived, if applicable
• Flex spending account
• Pension, 6% of wages
• 401k and 457b plans offered (employee funded)
• 5% wage increase at successful completion of 6 months of employment
• National Health Service Corps Site
• Time off: 13 paid holidays including two days at Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's
• 3.5 hours of sick time accrued per pay period
• 3.5 hours of vacation time accrued per pay period
• Additional leave for jury duty, inclement weather, and elections

Employee Requirements

• All employees of Purchase District Health Department are required to meet the following conditions as part of employment.
• Immunization Requirements: Proof of MMR, TDaP, and Varicella vaccinations or immunity must be provided to or within ten days of hire.
• Background check: Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check.
• Training: All employees must complete infection control orientation, OSHA Bloodborne Pathogen training, and hand hygiene education within ten days of hire.

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