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Job Description
Examples of Duties
First Review of Applications: September 19th, 2024
To view and print copies of the brochure for this position go to the following link:
https://www.countyofmerced.com/DocumentCenter/View/41983/Public-Health-Director
Minimum Qualifications
Experience:
Broad and extensive experience in the development, analysis, and administration of public health and health care programs and services. Three (3) years of the background and experience must have been in a senior level management or full supervisory capacity. The experience will have included work in the areas fiscal management, personnel management, program development, and grant administration.
Education:
Equivalent to graduation from college with a Masters Degree in Public Health, Health Administration, Public Administration or closely related field.
Essential Functions
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS- Communicate effectively with others in person and over the telephone.
- Analyze data, interpret policies, procedures and regulations; develop appropriate conclusions.
- Meet deadlines under stressful conditions; complete multiple priority projects with conflicting deadlines.
- Resolve conflicts and respond appropriately to complaints.
- Establish, implement and achieve department goals and objectives.
- Maintain confidential information in accordance with legal standards and/or County regulations.
- Represent the County with the community and other agencies.
- Interpret, implement and monitor provider contracts.
- Frequent use of depth perception, peripheral vision and color perception.
- Frequently lift, carry, reach, push, pull, twist and manipulate large and small objects.
- Frequent use of hand-eye coordination; repetitive hand and arm motion; frequent holding and grasping.
- Occasionally lift and carry up to 40 pounds.
- Regular attendance is an essential function.
Knowledge of:- Public Health Care problems and issues and the relationship to develop/operate programs and services.
- Federal, State, and County laws and regulations applicable to public health programs, environmental health, public health laboratory operations, communicable disease control, indigent health care programs, and hospital operations.
- Principles, techniques, and practices of effective business, public health and health care administration.
- Administrative techniques/requirements for securing, maintaining and functioning of grant programs.
- State and Federal funding of health care services particularly for the medically indigent.
- Operating policies and general functions of the State Department of Health Services and CAL-EPA.
- Budget development and expenditure control; Public personnel management.
- Principles and techniques of effective employee supervision, training, development and management.
- Plan, organize, direct, manage, and coordinate the functions and programs of the Department.
- Insure proper enforcement of public health and environmental health statutes, laws, and regulations.
- Provide direction, supervision, and training for Department staff; review their work and resolve problems.
- Develop a budget and control expenditures; oversee the development and administration of grants.
- Be responsible for the development, maintenance, and preparation of public health and health care statistics, medical records, and reports.
- Coordinate assigned activities with community organizations and other government agencies.
- Effectively represent the Health Department in contacts with the public, community organizations, and other government agencies.
- Establish and maintain cooperative relationships with those contacted during the course of the work.
ALLOWANCES
AUTO ALLOWANCE
$700 per month car allowance.
EXPENSE ALLOWANCE
$300 per month for all non-elected "A" Level executives.
COMMUNICATION ALLOWANCE
$150 per month communication allowance.
HOLIDAYS & LEAVES
MANAGEMENTLEAVE
96 hours per Fiscal Year (prorated for the time remaining in the fiscal year).
VACATION
10 days the first 5 years of continuous employment (limited to a maximum of 160 hours), 15 days in the second 5 years of continuous employment (limited to a maximum of 240 hours), and 20 days after 10 years of continuous employment (limited to a maximum of 320 hours). Optional annual sell back of a portion of accumulated vacation leave hours (maximum - 80 hours).
SICK LEAVE
0.0625 hours sick leave for each paid regularly scheduled work hour. 16 days (130 hours) per year with unlimited accumulation. Optional annual buy back of a portion of accumulated sick leave hours upon meeting certain criteria.
HOLIDAYS
Twelve paid holidays annually plus two optional holidays.
BEREAVEMENT LEAVE
Five (5) regularly scheduled workdays.
INSURANCE
HEALTHINSURANCE
Medical Insurance - Merced County offers multiple Medical Plans and contributes towards employee and dependent premiums. Medical plan availability varies based on bargaining units.- Anthem 500 EPO
- Anthem 1500 EPO
- Anthem HDHP (High Deductible Medical Plan) with Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Anthem HDHP (High Deductible Medical Plan) without Health Savings Account (HSA)
- County pays 100% of the premium for employees and 50% for dependent(s)
- County pays 100% of the premium for employees and 50% for dependent(s)
Management Disability Insurance – Unrepresented Management Levels A-E - 100% premium paid by employer.
LIFE INSURANCE
County-paid Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance- Unit 20 Unrepresented Management:
- Level A & B $85,000
- Level C $55,000
- Level D & E $35,000
RETIREMENT
DEFERREDCOMPENSATION
The County offers a 457 Deferred Compensation Plan. Employees choose their investment funds and can make pretax contributions to the plan up to the maximum allowable.
EXTRA HELP EMPLOYEES DO NOT QUALIFY FOR COUNTY BENEFITS.
MERCED COUNTY EMPLOYEE RETIREMENT ASSOCIATION
The retirement plan is a defined benefit plan administered pursuant to the County Employees Retirement Law of 1937 and other provisions of the California Government Code. MCERA members also pay into Social Security.The applicable benefit formula is dependent upon your hire date with an MCERA employer; yourpension amount will be determined by your age, years of service and final compensation amount.
EMPLOYEE PROGRAMS
EMPLOYEEASSISTANCE PROGRAM (EAP)
Anthem EAP services provide up to five face-to-face counseling sessions per incident and provides a toll-free "800" hotline available 24/7 for emergencies and crisis intervention. EAP services include counseling services, legal services, financial services and work-life resource services.
EMPLOYEE TICKETS, COUPONS, and DISCOUNTS
The County of Merced has partnered with Employee Savings Tickets to provide discounted coupons and tickets for all county employees to attractions throughout the state and out-of-state. The discounts and coupons are available for shopping, movies, sporting events, theme parks, zoos and aquariums and much more.
THIS BULLETIN IS NOT A CONTRACT AND DOES NOT CREATE CONTRACTUAL OR LEGAL RIGHTS ON BEHALF OF ANY EMPLOYEE. THIS BULLETIN IS SUBJECT OF BEING SUPPLEMENTED, MODIFIED, WITHDRAWN OR OTHERWISE CHANGED PENDING LABOR AGREEMENTS AND/OR AT THE DISCRETION OF THE COUNTY EXECUTIVE OFFICER OR AS THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS DEEM NECESSARY.
For answers to specific questions regarding employee benefits, please call Human Resources at 209.385.7682.
Closing Date/Time: Continuous - Communicate effectively with others in person and over the telephone.
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ABOUT THE COMPANY
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Merced County
Show moreMerced County, located in the heart of California's Central Valley, offers a unique blend of vibrant agricultural heritage and modern development. Known as the "Gateway to Yosemite," Merced County is surrounded by breathtaking natural beauty, including nearby national parks, lush farmlands, and scenic rivers. The county's strategic location provides easy access to major urban centers like San Francisco, Sacramento, and Fresno, making it an ideal hub for both business and leisure. With a diverse economy anchored by agriculture, education, healthcare, and manufacturing, Merced County offers ample opportunities for career growth and professional development. The presence of the University of California, Merced, further enhances the county's reputation as a center for innovation and research, attracting top talent and fostering a dynamic workforce.
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