Position Information
Under administrative direction, provides leadership and delivery of Northern Nevada Public Health (NNPH) programs, services, and project initiatives that are cross-functional in nature and implemented using resources from multiple divisions; participates as a key advisor to the District Health Officer as a member of the leadership team; and performs related work as required.
This is an Open Competitive/Countywide Promotional recruitment being conducted to fill a current full-time vacancy in Northern Nevada Public Health (NNPH). The list established from this recruitment may be used to fill future vacancies as they occur.
For more information on this position, please see the Job Specification at https://www.washoecounty.gov/humanresources/Careers/jobspecs.php
Minimum Qualifications
A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in business or public administration, public health, environmental and health sciences, or a closely related field AND three years of full-time experience in program management or administration in a public health agency or entity; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.
License Or Certificate
A valid driver’s license is required at the time of appointment.
Ideal Candidate
NNPH is looking for someone with the skills necessary to lead, facilitate and project manage multiple complex initiatives. Given the nature of the role, the ideal candidate should have a commitment to partnership, collaboration, and relationship building. Leadership skills are paramount, particularly leadership skills that build success among teams that often do not have a direct reporting relationship. The successful candidate must value diversity, equity, and inclusion and be committed to developing and growing both personal and organizational cultural competency. The Director of Programs and Projects should be able to work at an organizational and systems level and should have the ability to communicate effectively both internally and externally to the public. The individual in this position serves as an advisor to District leadership and must set an example by demonstrating a personal commitment to best practices for professional development, performance management, and quality improvement. NNPH seeks an individual with a passion for public health, organizational effectiveness, and health equity.