Program Manager

Description

THE COUNTY OF EL DORADO
The County of El Dorado is committed to promoting the power of public service by fostering a diverse and collaborative workplace where employees are empowered, respected and valued. The dedicated efforts taken by the Board of Supervisors continues to promote El Dorado County as a competitive employer that is committed to recruiting and retaining qualified employees by advocating for competitive salaries and excellent benefits. The County of El Dorado is also supportive of providing telework opportunities for employees consistent with business needs and in accordance with Board of Supervisors Policy E-12 - Telecommuting.

HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY
The El Dorado County Health and Human Services Agency is committed to transforming lives and improving futures for the citizens of El Dorado County. Their programs and services include: Behavioral Health, Public Health, Community and Social Services. Their over 600 employees are dedicated to enhancing and enriching the lives of those in their communities.

PUBLIC HEALTH
The El Dorado County Public Health Division aims to promote, protect, and assure conditions for optimal health for our community through disease prevention and management programs, education on healthy living, emergency preparedness, and program implementation. By providing these services and resources, we can protect the health of you, your family, and our community. We have three overarching sections in our division including Clinical Affairs, Community Health and Health Promotion. Clinical Affairs focuses on communicable disease prevention and outbreak response, immunizations and clinic operations, vital statistics and the California Children Services Program. The Community Health section focuses on Maternal, Child and Adolescent Health, Home Visiting services, Public Health Emergency Preparedness, and Lead Poisoning Prevention. The Health Promotion section focuses on Women, Infant, and Children, Oral Health, Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program Education, and Tobacco Use Prevention. We have about 70 staff that are dedicated to our community.

THE OPPORTUNITY

The Health Promotion Section Manager provides direct oversight to several supervisors and indirect oversight to a variety of independent contributors each of whom are accountable for health education and health promotion activities to improve the health and well-being of El Dorado County. The programs included in the Health Promotion Section currently include the Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) Program, Tobacco Use Prevention (TUP) Program, Oral Health Program, Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (Snap-ED), and strategic initiatives program, which includes Community Health Assessments, Community Health Improvement Plans, and Continuous Quality Improvement and Performance Management.

The selected candidate will have the opportunity to:

• Develop and/or manage and administer assigned program(s) and/or unit(s).
• Select, train, evaluate, and discipline subordinate staff.
• Serve as a resource for interpretation of federal and state laws affecting the assigned program(s).
• Assist in the development of policies and procedures; review and assure proper procedures are in place and followed.
• Perform analysis and prepare detailed written reports of findings pertaining to the quality and efficiency of services provided within the assigned program(s).
• Maintain current awareness of changes in laws and regulations pertaining to assigned program(s) and keep subordinate staff informed.
• Provide professional and technical consultation on complex program matters.
• Participate in the development and assist with provision of in-service training and staff development programs.
• Assis t in preparation of budget information related to assigned program(s).
• Represent the department at community organizations, public gatherings, and meetings.
• Attend and participate in professional group meetings; stay abreast of new trends and innovations as they relate to the area of assignment.

For a full description of duties and responsibilities, please review the job description here.

IDEAL CANDIDATE
The ideal candidate has experience in a leadership position in Public Health, is a seasoned expert with grant, budget/ fiscal and program management experience, understanding of public policies and applicable laws, codes, regulations and ordinances, is a strong people leader with experience leading teams and all aspects of personnel management (recruiting, hiring, onboarding, training, supporting, coaching, performance improvement, evaluations), has subject matter expertise in health education, health promotion, and strategic initiatives like Community Health Assessments, Community Health Improvement Plans, Continuous Quality Improvement, and stakeholder engagement.

Human Resources will assess your application to determine if you are minimally qualified using the following recommendations.

A combination of the required experience, education, and training that would provide the essential knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying; however, education may not solely substitute for the required experience.

Equivalent to a bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in public administration, business administration, or a field related to the program(s) to which assigned;

AND

Two (2) years of experience providing professional level administrative, financial and management analytical support, or professional level experience in the technical area of the program(s) to which assigned.

Licenses and Certifications:

• Possession of, or ability to obtain and maintain, a valid California or Nevada Driver’s License and a satisfactory driving record.

Click here to view the minimum qualifications for Program Manager, as well as the physical, environmental, and working conditions.

SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION
Apply online by clicking the 'Apply' link at the top of this announcement. When your online application and responses to the required supplemental questions are complete, click 'Accept'.

If you have any questions regarding this recruitment, please contact Rachel Wallick in Human Resources at rachel.wallick@edcgov.us

RECRUITMENT PROCESS
The Human Resources Department will screen all applications to identify qualified candidates. After screening, qualified candidates will be referred to the next step and notified of all further procedures applicable to their status in the recruitment process.

A training and experience evaluation will be utilized to determine an applicant's ability to continue in the recruitment process ranking for referral to specific vacancies. Based upon the information in the application and/or responses to supplemental questions, the applicant's education, training and experience will be evaluated using a pre-determined formula.

Supplemental questions play an integral role in this recruitment process. Please take the time to provide thoughtful and thorough responses. The information you provide may be used to determine your ranking for referral to specific vacancies. All work experience that is described or included in your response(s) MUST be included in the "Work Experience" section of your application. Do not refer to a resume or other documentation.

For more information on the recruitment process, click here.

Based on the department's needs, the selection procedures listed above may be modified. All candidates will be notified of any changes in the selection procedures.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
The County of El Dorado is recruiting applicants for Program Manager. This recruitment will establish a list for the purpose of filling current and future full time, part time, and extra help vacancies for at least three (3) months. In accordance with Personnel Rules 1103.1 and 1105.1, an extra help or limited term employee may be transitioned into a regular employee if the department in which the employee works has a vacant allocated position for the same classification as held by the extra help or limited term employee and the appointing authority requests such transfer.

We currently have the following vacancies located in Placerville, CA:

• One (1) full-time vacancy in the Health and Human Services Agency, Public Health Division, located in Placerville, CA

Click Here for Frequently Asked Questions

The County of El Dorado is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.

Many job classifications require pre-employment medical screening. Depending on the job classification, medical screening may include drug testing; a positive test may result in the revocation of an employment offer.

As required by Internal Revenue Service Publication 1075, individuals in positions that have access to Federal Tax Information (FTI), will be subject to a background investigation and a criminal history check. In addition, individuals hired into positions that have access to FTI will be re-investigated at least once every ten (10) years.

Not just rustic mining towns and historic sites - Today El Dorado County is a year-round vacation destination overflowing with outdoor adventure, inviting agritourism locations, enriching family activities, and a proud Gold Rush history. Escape the traffic and smog because El Dorado County is just:

• 40 miles from Downtown Sacramento
• 50 miles from Sacramento Airport
• 129 miles to San Francisco

Here are a few of the many activities and events available throughout El Dorado County:

• Hiking, Camping, Fishing, Boating, and Watersports
• Skiing and Snowboarding
• Live Music and Music Festivals
• Local Craft Breweries and Wineries
• El Dorado County Fair
• Placerville Speedway
• Farm to Fork Restaurants
• Local Shopping Gems

Employees that are buying a home in El Dorado County may qualify for down payment assistance. Click here for more information.

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The County of El Dorado is committed to providing a comprehensive, flexible benefits program to meet your needs!

For your Health and Well-Being:

• Medical
  
• Dental
  
• Vision
  
• Flexible Spending Accounts - FSA & HSA
  
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  
• Basic Life Insurance
  
• Long Term Disability (LTD)
  
• Discounts on gym memberships
  

For your Financial Future:

• CalPERSRetirement
  
• Deferred Compensation (457) Plans
  
• Optional Life Insurance
  

For your Work/Life Balance:

• Paid Holidays
  
• Floating Holidays
  
• Vacation and sick leave accruals
  

To learn more about the benefits offered by the County of El Dorado please visit our website located here.

Extra help employees are not considered regular employees, therefore do not attain civil service status, and do not receive benefits or paid leaves; however, they do accrue sick leave consistent with the law.

Closing Date/Time: 12/26/2024 11:59 PM Pacific

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• County of El Dorado

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