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This is professional public health work of an administrative nature in directing municipal public health programs within the context of core public health functions. An employee in this class is responsible for the overall administration of the City of Portland's public health programs, including development of program policy, assessment of community needs, and assessment of the available resources to meet these needs. This position requires responsibility for overall leadership on public health issues, financial management, long range and strategic planning for public health programs. The Public Health Director/Administrator is responsible for the promotion of the public's health and emerging public health issues within the community and within City government. The Public Health Director/Administrator establishes standard operating procedures, works within union contracts, supervises the selection of Division personnel and is responsible for the development of the Public Health Division’s budget. The Public Health Director/Administrator may designate a Local Health Officer. Supervision Received The Public Health Director/Administrator reports to the Director of Health and Human Services. Supervision Exercised The Public Health Director/Administrator directs a large staff of professional, paraprofessional and administrative support, both directly and through designated supervisors. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Designs, conducts and evaluates studies of community health needs and continually evaluates effectiveness and need for existing health programs. Evaluates City health service delivery and enhances, modifies, or eliminates direct services as necessary. Promotes City programs and preventive health measures through media contacts and effective use of all local media available. Ensures training of staff by designing, planning and contracting for appropriate ongoing staff training. Takes leadership in successful policy development that improves the public's health. Models community collaboration and successful partnerships to attain organizational goals. Participates actively in long-range planning and strategic planning for public health issues with City organizations and the community. Oversees the work of the Public Health Management team in the administration and modification of existing health needs, health status improvement activities, implementation of new programs and evaluation of these activities. Develops a network of partners and collaborators who will improve the health status of the jurisdiction. Develops and maintains a system of organizational communication which allows for continual staff input and feedback and encourages clear understanding of Divisional issues and policies. Performs related work as required. Requirements of Work Extensive experience in public health administration, with a master's degree in public health or related field, a degree in business or public administration, or an equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the following skills and abilities: Extensive knowledge on public health issues in policy arenas. Financial management experience with multiple public and private funding sources and third-party payors. Proven ability to work independently to achieve goals and objectives, and cooperatively with other service providers in program planning implementation. Ability to effectively delegate responsibilities to Division staff. Proven ability to write grants, develop contracts and negotiate financial arrangements to improve the public's health. Experience effectively developing and promoting public health policy at all levels of government. Excellent communication skills to promote public health issues, topics and programs and ability to articulate core functions to varied audiences. Well-versed in the dynamics of organizational communication and practices and effective communication within the organization and in the community. Ability to utilize technology in data collection, analysis and dissemination. Active involvement in national, state and local public health professional associations. Apply by Feb 29 at: https://selfservice.portlandmaine.gov/MSS/employmentopportunities/default.aspx Full job description can be viewed here:  http://www.portlandmaine.gov/DocumentCenter/View/26611/Public-Health-Administrator-Job-Description?bidId=