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Job Description
Position Information
The County of Sonoma's Department of Health Services seeks a highly qualified and experienced Health Services Director of Special Assignments. This role is critical in providing leadership and oversight during a transitional period for the department. The successful candidate will bring subject matter expertise in public health and behavioral health, as well as experience managing various health service functions. Key responsibilities for this role include:- Providing guidance to departmental staff and management in public and behavioral health
- Offering direct or indirect oversight of the Public Health Division
- Contributing subject matter expertise to Department of Health Services Administration on a variety of topics, including budgetary and fiscal matters
- Assisting in the recruitment, hiring, and mentoring of management-level staff
- Overseeing and managing special projects, including the implementation of new state mandates and grant initiatives
- Collaborating with leadership and staff to meet the department's goals and objectives
- Participating in department and interagency meetings to provide input and ensure consistent communication
- Director-level experience in health services, human services, or a related field
- Regional and integrated approach to service delivery
- The ability to work self-directed and independently
- A calm demeanor
- Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with various stakeholders
- A proven record as a champion of change and innovation within health services
- A demonstrated ability to serve as a mentor and coach, fostering growth and development within the department
Extra-help employees relieve or augment permanent staff. Intermittent, extra-help employees are not in the classified civil service and do not have property rights to permanently allocated positions. In addition, they do not receive most regular employee benefits such as long-term disability insurance coverage; accrual of vacation; participation in the County retirement program; or eligibility to take promotional examinations. Intermittent, extra-help employees are limited in their employment to a maximum of 1,380 hours within any twelve-month consecutive period. Extra-help employees who meet the eligibility requirements may qualify for a County contribution toward medical coverage.
This recruitment is being conducted to fill a Health Services, Director of Special Assignments temporary, extra-help position in the Department of Health Services. The Civil Service title for this position is Director of Health Services.
APPLICATION SUBMISSIONS REQUIRE THE SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE BE COMPLETED.
Minimum Qualifications
Education and Experience: Any combination of education or training that would provide the opportunity to acquire the knowledge and abilities listed. Normally, graduation from an accredited college or university with a degree in health care administration, public administration, hospital administration, business administration or a closely related field, and five years of increasingly responsible experience managing a health, behavioral health, or social services organization or large division of such organization would provide such opportunity. Possession of a Master’s degree is desirable.
License: Possession of a valid driver’s license at the appropriate level including special endorsements, as required by the State of California, may be required depending upon assignment to perform the essential job functions of the position.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Thorough knowledge of: modern personnel, financial and program management processes and procedures required to effectively plan, organize and direct a Health Services Department; federal, state and local laws, ordinances, rules and regulations relating to the management and operations of a health services department; modern organizational and planning techniques used to manage a multi-service agency.
Considerable knowledge of: the social and economic problems that have an impact on the public health, mental health, and environmental health of the community and modern best practices in service delivery for these programs; communications and conflict resolution techniques; research methodology, report writing and basic statistics.
Ability to: establish and maintain effective and collaborative working relationships with the Board of Supervisors, the County Executive, other County department heads, subordinates, community groups, medical professionals, other health agencies, local cities and public entities, the general public and others who have an interest in health services issues; communicate effectively; identify priorities and goals, develop work plans and accountability measures to support objectives; coach staff and identify and address employee performance issues; analyze management and operational problems to reach practical conclusions, and institute effective changes; ensure program compliance and fiscal responsibility through subordinate staff and appropriate oversight of programs and services; direct or prepare comprehensive, clear written reports and oral presentations; listen to, understand and appreciate differing views on the role of the Department of Health Services in the management of sensitive health services issues.
Selection Procedure & Some Helpful Tips When Applying- Your application information and your responses to the supplemental questions are evaluated and taken into consideration throughout the entire selection process.
- You should list all employers and positions held within the last ten years in the work history section of your application. Be as thorough as possible when responding to the supplemental questions.
- You may include history beyond ten years if related to the position for which you are applying. If you held multiple positions with one employer, list out each position separately.
- Failure to follow these instructions may impact your competitiveness in this process or may result in disqualification.
APPLICATION SUBMISSIONS REQUIRE THE SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE BE COMPLETED.
Responses to supplemental questions are used to evaluate your qualifications. Please provide sufficient information to allow for a thorough evaluation of your qualifications.
The selection procedure will consist of the following examination:
An Application and Supplemental Questionnaire Appraisal Examination (pass/not pass) will be conducted to evaluate each applicant's combination of educational coursework, training, experience, knowledge, and abilities that relate to this position to ensure satisfaction of the minimum qualifications for this position. Candidates who possess the minimum qualifications for the position will be placed on an extra-help employment list and referred to the department. The department may contact candidates from the employment list who possess the most appropriate job-related qualifications for further consideration.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
A background investigation is required prior to employment. Candidates referred to departments for a selection interview are typically required to sign authorization and release forms enabling such an investigation. Failure to sign prescribed forms will result in the candidate not being considered further for that vacancy. Reference information will not be made available to applicants.
Additional requirements, such as successful completion of a physical exam, drug screen, etc., may apply, depending on the duties and responsibilities of the position. If you receive a conditional job offer for the position, the requirements upon which the offer is contingent will be outlined in the conditional job letter. You may also review the Job Classification Screening Schedule to determine the requirements for this position.
HOW TO APPLY
Applications are accepted online at www.yourpath2sonomacounty.org . Paper applications may be submitted by person, fax (707-565-3770), email, or through the mail. All applications and appropriate supplemental information as outlined in the job bulletin must be RECEIVED by the time and date specified on the first page of this job announcement. Applications received after the recruitment closes will not be accepted.
The County of Sonoma values diversity and is dedicated to creating a workplace environment that provides individuals with a sense of belonging. We are committed to having a diverse workforce that is representative of the communities we serve. The County is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer where all aspects of employment are based on merit, competence, performance, and business need.
HR Analyst: BH
HR Technician: RR
IMPORTANT NOTE: Benefits described herein do not apply to Extra Help positions.
COUNTY OF SONOMA BENEFITS: MANAGEMENT*
These are some of the excellent benefits the County offers:
Paid Time Off :Competitive vacation accrual and sick leave accruals; additional management leave annually; 12 paid holidays, and an additional 8 floating holiday hours per year; and may be eligible for up to 8 weeks (320 hours) of Paid Parental Leave after 12 months of County employment.
Health Plan :Choose from nine health plans (three HMOs, three deductible HMOs, and three HSA-qualifying plans) with a generousCounty contribution to the premium (the contribution amount varies by bargaining unit). For more information, please see the appropriate MOU.
Retirement :Fully integrated with Social Security.For more information regarding eligibility, retirement contributions, and reciprocity with prior public service, please visit https://scretire.org/active-/-deferred/when-you-are-hired .
IRS 457 Plan :Pre-tax employee contribution up to the IRS annual maximum.
Retiree Medical :County contribution to a Health Reimbursement Arrangement to help fund post-retirement employee health insurance/benefits.
Student Loan Debt Relief :County employees may be eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness through the U.S. Department of Education.
Plus excellent dental, vision, disability, life insurance, professional development, and more.
For answers to specific questions regarding the employment process and more details about benefits or retirement, please contact Human Resources at (707) 565-2331.Additional details about benefit and compensation packages can be found in the MOUs located at https://sonomacounty.ca.gov/administrative-support-and-fiscal-services/human-resources/divisions-and-units/employee-relations/labor-agreements-and-salary-resolution . For specific information about health and welfare benefits including plan options, coverage, and premium amounts go to https://sonomacounty.ca.gov/administrative-support-and-fiscal-services/human-resources or, contact the Human Resources' Risk Management-Benefits Office at benefits@sonoma-county.org or (707) 565-2900.
*IMPORTANT NOTES: Benefits described herein do not represent a contract and may be changed without notice.
Closing Date/Time: 11/1/2024 11:59 PM Pacific -
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