Deputy Local Health Authority/Associate Medical Director

Position Description

If you're looking to be a part of a collaborative environment where your skills can make an impact, explore our current opportunities in creating a better future for public health.

About Harris County Public Health:

Harris County Public Health (HCPH) includes a network of more than 1,100 public health professionals working together to improve health outcomes for the third most populous county in the United States. HCPH provides a multitude of services such as medical and dental services, community programming, and health education for the approximately 2.3 million people in unincorporated Harris County. Through its core values of innovation, engagement, and health equity, HCPH strives to bring meaningful solutions to public health issues while keeping Harris County healthy and vibrant.

HCPH embraces a foundation of progressive work anchored by the department's cornerstone values guiding our work to improve community's health and well-being.

• Transparency - We share information openly and honestly so that staff, partners, and the community understand our actions and the reasons behind them.
• Integrity - Our actions reflect strong ethical principles, ensuring we remain trustworthy, accountable, and consistent with our mission.
• Respect - We foster a supportive environment by valuing diverse perspectives, listening intentionally, and treating people with dignity in every interaction.
• Impact - We focus our efforts on activities that improve health, reduce disparities, and create meaningful, measurable outcomes for the communities we serve.
• Collaboration - We actively partner across teams, disciplines, organizations, and communities to align our efforts toward common goals.

The Associate Medical Director acts as the Deputy Local Health Authority for the Community Health and Wellness (CHW) Division, overseeing clinics, mobile health, dental services, healthy lifestyle programs, mental and behavioral health, and many other programs, services and grants. This position is also responsible for fiscal management, technical expertise, personnel supervision, and the operational success of the programs in partnership with the CHW Associate Director and Director of Nursing.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Provides medical leadership and oversight for clinical operations, including service delivery, quality assurance, and continuous quality improvement initiatives.
• Serves as an alternate Local Health Authority (LHA) in compliance with state and local regulations, stepping in when LHAs are unavailable.
• Acts as a medical consultant for agency programs, ensuring compliance with health regulations and best practices.
• Leads the development, implementation, and evaluation of clinical public health programs, including setting goals, strategies, and key performance indicators (KPIs).
• Guides the creation and improvement of programs based on emerging public health trends, evidence-based practices, and agency strategic priorities such as health equity and prevention.
• Works with epidemiology partners to mitigate the spread of infectious disease
• Oversees budget planning and financial management of both general and grant funding, ensuring efficient use of resources and supporting fund development efforts.
• Collaborates with division and departmental leadership in strategic planning, organizational development, and alignment with public health goals.

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Requirements

• Doctor of Medicine or Doctor of Osteopathy from an accredited school of medicine or osteopathy in the United States, or an equivalent degree from a foreign medical institution.
• Specialty in Primary Care or Emergency Medicine

Experience:

• At least 5 (five) years of administration, management and/or supervisory experience in public health, medical, or health administration field.
• At least 1 (one) year of public speaking experience

Licenses/Certifications:

• Must have active Texas Medical license
• Must have active DEA and NPI number

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Proficient in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Excellent communication skills (verbal & written).
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships and foster teamwork in a diverse environment.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality when dealing with sensitive information.
• In-depth understanding state and federal public health laws, regulations, and standards, including scope of authority for Local Health Authorities (LHAs).
• Strong clinical decision-making and medical consultation skills.
• Ability to analyze and synthesize complex information to make sound policy and operational decisions.

Core Competencies:

• Data Analytics and Assessment Skills: Ability to use data to analyze community health needs and support decisions that improve community health outcomes.
• Policy Development and Program Planning Skills : This competency focuses on developing, implementing, and improving policies, programs, and services that support effective public health strategies and improve community health outcomes.
• Communication Skills: This competency focuses on using clear and effective communication to engage audiences, address misinformation, and build trust, supporting informed decisions and stronger public health outcomes.
• Health Advancement Skills: This competency focuses on applying principles of equity, diversity, and inclusion to public health, addressing systemic barriers, and promoting fair access to resources for healthier communities.
• Community Partnership Skills: This competency focuses on collaborating with communities to address the systems and policies affecting health, fostering engagement, shared ownership, and sustainable improvements in well-being.
• Public Health Science Skills: This competency focuses on using public health science and evidence-based approaches to develop and improve policies and programs, ensuring effective delivery of the 10 Essential Public Health Services.
• Management and Finance Skills: This competency focuses on managing human and financial resources, promoting equity and collaboration, and optimizing organizational performance to support effective public health programs.
• Leadership and Systems Thinking Skills: This competency focuses on aligning stakeholders, fostering innovation, and managing change to implement effective public health initiatives that strengthen community health.

Qualifying education, experience, knowledge, and skills must be documented on your job application. You may attach a resume to the application as supporting documentation

will not be accepted for qualifications.

General Information

Position Type and Typical Hours of Work:

• This is a full-time position. Days and hours of work are typically Monday through Friday, from 8am to 5 pm. Other days and hours as necessary. Ability to travel across Harris County jurisdiction.

Work Environment:

• This position operates in both clinical and standard office environment settings with standard equipment such as computers, fax machines, scanners, phones, and photocopiers.

Physical Demands:

• This is a largely sedentary role; however, some duties would require the ability to lift up to 20 pounds and bending & standing for periods at a time. Work Location: Harris County Public Health: Community Health & Wellness Division - 1111 Fannin St. Houston, Texas. 77002.

Harris County Employee Benefits

Harris County offers a highly competitive benefits program, featuring a comprehensive group health plan and defined benefit retirement plan.

The following benefits are offered only to Harris County employees in regular (full-time) positions:

• Medical Coverage
• Dental Coverage
• Vision Coverage