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Director of Public Health
City of Fargo | |
$144,040 - $187,242 | |
A full benefit package including a defined benefit pension is available with this position. | |
United States, North Dakota, Fargo | |
March 05, 2024 | |
Fargo Cass Public Health is seeking a Director of Public Health to provide leadership for public health operations/services throughout Fargo and Cass County, including the divisions of Health Promotion and Protection, WIC, Nursing, Environmental Health, Emergency Response, and the Harm Reduction Division. This position provides leadership and direction to a staff of approximately 160 employees and manages a budget of $15 million. Primary responsibilities include operational and strategic visioning, establishing goals and objectives for the department, oversight of agency programming, along with any health ordinances to ensure full compliance with rules and regulations of the City Commission, Cass County and State of North Dakota. The Public Health Director will be an advocate for sound public health policies and initiatives, ensure crisis readiness, direct the Public Health team in Public Health emergency response, approve and oversee grant-funding, work collaboratively with area health care/community services providers to address community needs, and support the growth and development needs of public health staff for a robust workforce. This position promotes the delivery of public health services based on research and best practice. Public Health Advocacy, public speaking and media opportunities are an ongoing responsibility. Minimum Qualifications: Qualified applicants will possess a Master’s Degree in Public Health, Public Administration, Health Administration or another public health-related discipline with eight or more years of progressively responsible experience in a public health setting and five years of management experience, or a combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job. A valid driver’s license is also required. Compensation: Salary Range: $144,040 - $187,242. A full benefit package including a defined benefit pension is available with this position. Application Information: For a complete job description and to apply for the position, visit www.FargoND.gov/apply. Applications must include a letter of application, resume and three professional references. Application deadline is April 1, 2024. |