Communicable Disease and Emergency Preparedness and Response Manager

Overview

We have extended the closing date for this position to October 14, 2024. If you have already submitted an application, there is no need to reapply.

Are you a proactive and visionary leader with a passion for protecting public health? The Larimer County Department of Health and Environment (LCDHE) is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Communicable Disease and Emergency Preparedness and Response Manager to lead our efforts in managing disease outbreaks and enhancing emergency response strategies!

In this crucial role, you'll have the opportunity to address public health challenges, drive data-driven solutions, and lead a dedicated team of professionals in disease control, outbreak investigation, emergency planning, and response coordination. If you have a robust background in communicable disease management and preparedness, along with a proven track record of effective leadership, we encourage you to apply.

LCDHE works to provide everyone in Larimer County the opportunity for a healthy life and values strategy, professionalism, equity, and teamwork. We are dedicated to fostering a workplace culture that prioritizes Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) in every aspect of our operations. We recognize that unconscious bias can undermine our DEI efforts, so we actively address it through ongoing education, training, and open dialogue. If you are committed to learning and engaging in actively cultivating a workplace that prioritizes inclusivity for marginalized communities, please consider applying and join us on our journey to foster a workplace where Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion are not just words, but principles that drive our collective success.

To be considered for this position, a cover letter and resume need to be included with your application.

Responsibilities

Specifically this position:

• Coordinates with medical providers, hospitals, and laboratories to detect and report cases of significant communicable disease and investigate the circumstances of each case.
• Directs and coaches a team of epidemiologists, disease investigators, medical assistants and emergency preparedness professionals.
• Serves as the subject matter expert of epidemiological design and statistical analysis and leads scientific and disease investigations.
• Supervises the coordination of public health readiness and response to emergencies.

To view the full job description, visit - https://www.larimer.gov/hr/careers/job-descriptions#/app/detail/Communicable_Disease_and_Emergency_Preparedness_and_Response_Manager

We are looking for a candidate who will:

• Demonstrate strong leadership skills and have proven experience managing large teams.
• Have excellent working knowledge of the National Incident Management System (NIMS).
• Multi-task, problem-solve, negotiate, resolve conflict, and coordinate several projects simultaneously.
• Ideally, hold a Master's degree in Public Health (or a closely related field), and have experience in disease control and emergency response.
• Perform duties independently and without close supervision.

Qualifications

All candidates will be screened for the following required minimum qualifications. Any candidate who does not meet all of the qualifications listed as required will be eliminated from the process.

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Environmental Health, Public Health, Communicable Disease, Epidemiology, or Emergency Management related fields, required.
  
• Three (3) years of experience working at a state or local public health agency, communicable disease, epidemiology, emergency preparedness, emergency management, or directly related field, with duties and similar responsibilities, required.
  
• Two (2) years of supervisory experience, required.
  
• Complete Incident Command System training, ICS 100, ICS 200 and NIMS within six (6) months of hire required
  
• Complete ICS 300 and 400 within twelve (12) months of hire required.
  
• Possession of a valid Driver's License by date of hire required.
  

Benefits

Larimer County offers the following for all Regular/Limited Term positions:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits
  
• FSA or HSA depending on medical plan
  
• Short and Long Term Disability
  
• Employee Assistance Program
  
• Basic Life/Accidental Death & Dismemberment
  
• Accident Insurance
  
• Critical Illness Insurance
  
• Retirement Plan 401(a) with employer match
  
• 457(b) Deferred Compensation
  
• Paid time off including vacation, sick, and holidays
  

To view information on Larimer County's Benefits, visit www.larimer.org/hr/benefits .

Supplemental Information

The Department of Health and Environment has a vaccine requirement. Successful candidates will be required to comply with the vaccine requirements or request a waiver.

You can’t be considered unless you apply! Underrepresented individuals may be less likely to apply for a job unless they believe they meet all requirements and can perform every job responsibility. We are most interested in finding the best candidate. We encourage you to think broadly about your background and skill set for the role and apply.

An offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of required pre-employment testing. Depending on the position, these checks may include, but are not limited to; reference checks, motor vehicle reports, employment verification, education verification, fingerprinting, criminal history information, physical, and a drug screening. As marijuana is an illegal substance under federal law, testing positive for marijuana (medical or otherwise) or any other substance for which the county tests, will result in the contingent offer of employment being revoked. Successful completion of the drug screen is defined as obtaining a negative result.

All application components must be submitted by 11:59 PM MT on the closing date listed.

Larimer County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment in all employment practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity or expression, and sexual orientation), national origin, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, military status, or any other characteristic protected by law or regulation.

For all temporary positions, sick leave and our Employee Assistance Program are available and other benefits may be available.

Larimer County offers the following for all Regular/Limited Term positions:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits.
• Flexible Spending Accounts / Health Savings Account
• Short and Long Term Disability.
• Employee Assistance Program
• Basic Life/Accidental Death & Dismemberment
• Accident Insurance
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Retirement Plan 401(a) with employer match.
• 457(b) Deferred Compensation.
• Paid time off including vacation, sick and holidays.

Click here to view information on Larimer County's Benefits.

Closing Date/Time: 10/14/2024 11:59 PM Mountain

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