Under the direction of the local health department director or other appropriate management staff, carries a substantial managerial responsibility for several complex administrative functions that support the overall programs and services of the agency. This role involves maintaining knowledge of current policies, laws, trends, and developments in the agency by reading appropriate policy notices/interpretations or related materials and attending training sessions. The manager directs all health department purchasing activities, coordinates major equipment purchases and service contracts, and administers the drug and alcohol testing program. Additionally, they direct all maintenance activities for the health department’s buildings and grounds, plan, schedule, and determine work priorities of subordinate personnel based on experience level and current work volume, and manage routine administrative functions for the agency while supervising non-professional level support staff.
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Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager