Director, Community Health – Department of Public Health and Environment

City and County of Denver • Denver, CO

2d • $125,000 - $168,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

The City and County of Denver’s Department of Public Health and Environment (DDPHE) is hiring a Director, Community Health to lead its Community Health Division. The division’s work includes tobacco control and prevention, food systems, maternal and child health promotion, chronic disease prevention, and administration of Ryan White Part A funding for HIV services. The Director oversees personnel and the division’s strategic direction, including policy development, grant applications, program development, coordinated evaluation, and responses to emerging public health issues. The role is expected to support DDPHE’s commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion.

The position works mostly onsite at the Wellington E. Webb Municipal Building in Denver, with some hybrid opportunities. The usual schedule is Monday through Friday, though evening and weekend work may be required depending on business needs. The role also participates in emergency preparedness and response, may be on call from time to time, and responds to urgent or emergent situations as needed.

The position is listed as unlimited. The target salary range is $125,000 to $168,000, with a broader position salary range of $124,937 to $212,393. The City offers a pension after vesting, a 457B retirement plan, paid time off and holidays, and medical, dental, and vision plans. Applicants must provide a cover letter and resume. A valid driver’s license is required at the time of application and must be kept current.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Chemistry, Architecture, Planning, or a related field based on the specific position, or an applicable education and experience substitution.
• Five years of experience at the type and level of functional or operational management, including management of subordinate supervisors.
• Valid driver’s license at the time of application; licenses and certifications must remain current as a condition of employment.
• Experience developing community health objectives, indicators, and goals, and identifying actions, resources, and timelines to achieve them.
• Experience supervising and managing a team, motivating employees, and supporting their autonomy and engagement.
• Ability to apply scientific and theoretical skills to evaluate community health issues, manage programs, and deliver results.
• Strong management skills, including accountability for projects and people and making clear decisions after considering risks.
• Ability to resolve complex problems, identify and remove barriers, develop creative solutions, and leverage support to achieve results.
• Ability to adapt to setbacks, changing assignments, and changes in work methods.
• Ability to build effective working relationships and work in varied roles across large and diverse teams.
• Commitment to strengthening a positive and respectful organizational culture.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and ability to present to and learn from diverse audiences.
• High integrity, accountability, and sound decision-making in complex situations.
• Ability to remain effective and adaptable during rapidly evolving public health issues.
• Applicants must submit a cover letter detailing relevant leadership experience and fit for the role, and a resume.
• Must have valid U.S. work authorization that does not require visa sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Create and implement long-term strategies for community health issues and establish and implement division key performance indicators.
• Direct division programs, projects, and operations, including funding applications, policy opportunities, evaluation and reporting, internal and external communications, and alignment with broader public health goals.
• Supervise staff by planning, scheduling, and coordinating work; establishing goals and priorities; providing job-related training; supporting skill development; and recommending resources.
• Coordinate program implementation with internal and external stakeholders, including contributing to division, department, or citywide planning initiatives.
• Organize, manage, and track division budgets and operating costs, including general fund, grant, and special revenue budgets.
• Negotiate and manage contracts, including budgets, expenses, and work performed; contracted resources managed by the position and team are generally valued at more than $12 million annually.
• Coach, mentor, and develop staff; promote continuous improvement; and lead training, development, and succession-planning initiatives.
• Interact with elected officials regarding city strategies, ordinances, policies, and other matters as needed.
• Participate in emergency preparedness and response activities supporting DDPHE’s responsibilities under the City’s Emergency Operations Plan; may be on call from time to time.
• Respond to urgent and emergent situations requiring a quick response and immediate resolution, as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Guaranteed lifelong monthly pension after vesting, which occurs after five years of service.
• 457B retirement plan.
• 140 hours of PTO earned within the first year.
• 12 paid holidays, one personal holiday, one Wellness Day, and one volunteer day per year.
• Competitive medical, dental, and vision plans effective within one month of the start date.

What This Job Offers

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