Deputy Regional Director

TX-HHSC-DSHS-DFPS • Houston, TX

20d • Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of the Regional Medical Director (RMD), works with the RMD to provide the overall strategic and programmatic direction of the region. Provides advanced (senior-level) leadership work in planning, implementation, supervision and monitoring all operational activities of the region. Works under minimal supervision, with extensive latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. Responsible for the managerial direction of comprehensive evidence-informed public health programs and services for the region. Responsible for policy interpretation and guidance, development of processes and procedures, coordinating services with local health departments and partners, and regularly monitoring the use of resources to impact public health. In the absence of the RMD, the Deputy Regional Director will act on their behalf, except in situations that under law or applicable policy require the services of a licensed physician. Directly supervises assigned team members. Provides daily leadership to regional programs, facilitating meetings and communicating with internal and external public health partners to meet identified objectives and maintain essential public health services. Member of the Incident Command Structure in response to public health emergencies. Must comply with HHS, DSHS, and Texas Department of Public Safety applicable policies/procedures/standards. Must be able to travel independently throughout the state of Texas. This position is office-based in the Houston office, Monday- Friday 8:00 am - 5 pm.

Requirements

• Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university in public health, health sciences, public administration, healthcare administration, social services, nursing or other related field. (required)
• Application documents at least 5 years’ experience working in a public health setting with increasing responsibilities and a leadership role. (required)
• Application documents experience in budget management. (required)
• Application documents experience in personnel management. (required)

Nice To Haves

• Masters or Doctoral degree from an accredited college or university in public health, health sciences, public administration, healthcare administration, social services, nursing or other related field. (preferred)
• Application documents experience in managing multiple programs in a public health or healthcare setting. (preferred)
• Application documents experience with developing and managing contracts. (preferred)
• Experience in disaster response activities. (preferred)
• Certified in Public Health, Certified Health Education Specialist (CHES or MCHES); Community Health Worker (CHW); or other public health related certification. (preferred)

Responsibilities

• PROGRAMMATIC OPERATIONS
• HUMAN RESOURCES
• BUDGET MANAGEMENT
• FACILITY AND RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
• COMMUNITY OUTREACH AND PARTNERSHIPS
• PUBLIC HEALTH EMERGENCY/DISASTER RESPONSE/RECOVERY

Benefits

• DSHS offers insurance coverage and other benefits available through the State of Texas Group Benefits Plan administered by the Employee Retirement System of Texas (ERS).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level