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Pima County · 18 hours ago

Deputy Director Public Health - Programming and Development

Tucson, AZ

Full-time

Onsite

Director/Executive

$140K/yr - $210K/yr

8+ years exp

Pima County is seeking a visionary and collaborative leader to join their Health Department as the Deputy Director – Programming and Development. This role involves shaping the department’s strategy and guiding its mission to improve public health across the region through data-driven programs and strong community partnerships.

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Responsibilities

Collaborate with the Director of Public Health to develop and implement strategic plans, goals, and objectives for the Public Health Department

Provide leadership in aligning departmental strategies with the overall mission and vision of the organization

Contribute to the development and implementation of public health policies, ensuring alignment with local, state, and federal regulations

Stay informed about emerging public health trends and research to inform policy decisions

Collaborate with Division Managers and Assistant Directors to ensure the effective delivery of services and achievement of department, division and programmatic goals

Represent the Public Health Department in community forums and engage with key stakeholders, including community organizations, healthcare providers, and local government agencies

Work collaboratively with the finance and grants management teams to develop and manage the departmental budget

Provide leadership and direction to departmental staff, promoting a positive and collaborative work environment

Foster professional development and mentorship opportunities for staff

Monitor key performance indicators and outcomes to assess department impact

Acts as a lead in the incident command system response for public health emergencies

Qualification

Public Health LeadershipStrategic PlanningBudget ManagementCommunity EngagementPolicy DevelopmentTeam ManagementData AnalysisMentorshipCollaboration

Required

Bachelor's level degree from an accredited college or university with a major in business administration, public administration, public health, healthcare administration or a related field as determined by the appointing authority at the time of recruitment AND eight years of financial, operational, and/or managerial experience in a public health care agency or related system

Valid driver license is required at time of application

Valid AZ driver license is required at time of appointment

Preferred

Master's degree from an accredited institution(s) with a major in public health, business administration, public administration, or healthcare administration or a related field as determined by the public health director

Minimum eight (8) years of professional experience managing large (budget of at least $3 million), grant-funded public sector programs

Minimum five (5) years of supervisory experience managing a team of 30 or more professional-level employees

Experience leading community needs assessments and/or strategic planning efforts

Experience leading and fostering collaborative efforts with diverse community partners, including tribes, to achieve shared goals