HEALTH OFFICER - SOMERSET COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH (Program Manager Senior II)

Introduction Somerset County is located amidst the splendors of Maryland’s Eastern Shore, an area between the Chesapeake Bay and the Atlantic, renowned for its natural charm. This gracious, less frenetic part of the world combines tradition and simplicity of life with the beauty of the untouched countryside. History is ever present and every sunset is a celebration.

GRADE

STD0024

LOCATION OF POSITION

MDH Somerset County Health Department 8928 Sign Post Road, Suite 2 Westover MD 21871 Main Purpose of Job The main purpose of this Health Officer position is to direct and manage the activities of the Somerset County Health Department. The County Health Officer assesses community health needs, plans, develops, implements, directs, coordinates, evaluates and provides leadership in a variety of public health programs; coordinates programmatic activities with federal, state and local agencies; enforces laws and regulations that protect the health and safety of the public; monitors for, investigates and controls outbreaks of disease; informs the public about disease prevention and promotes healthy behaviors; and assures that the public health workforce remains competent. The Health Officer is also the executive officer of the County Boards of Health. This position may require evening and weekend hours and is considered Emergency Essential. Minimum Qualifications Qualified candidates must possess a Master's degree in Public Health, from an accredited college or university, and a minimum of two (2) years of work experience in the field of public health OR a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university and a minimum of five (5) years of work experience in the field of public health. Desired Or Preferred Qualifications Somerset County Department of Health is looking for a candidate who has excellent people skills, knowledge of health policy formulation, community needs assessment, health planning, and financial management of public health services. Excellent written and verbal communication skills and successful collaboration, change management and conflict management experience is also desired. Benefits Meaningful Work Excellent Health Benefits Package, including Medical, Vision, Prescription and Dental Flexible Spending Accounts (Reduced Child and Health Care) Generous Leave Benefits (6 Personal Days, 12 Regular Holidays, Annual Leave, 15 Sick Days) Retirement Paid Parental Leave Flexible Work Schedules (where applicable) Free Mass Transit (Baltimore metro area) For a full list of the benefits of working for the State of Maryland, please click the link below: People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply. We thank our Veterans for their service to our country. As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruitment, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State's diversity. #J-18808-Ljbffr State of Maryland