HEALTH BOARD DIRECTOR I

State of Arkansas•Little Rock, AR

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About The Position

The Health Board Director I is responsible for managing the operations of a small to medium size, specialized health regulatory board. This position ensures that board policies, licensure functions, administrative procedures, and compliance activities are executed in accordance with Arkansas state law and departmental guidelines.

Requirements

A high school diploma is required.
A high school diploma is required, plus one year of progressive experience in administrative management field, including one year in a supervisory capacity.
Licensure in a specific profession may be required if designated by the relevant health board. If applicable, must be licensed and in good standing in the relevant profession in the State of Arkansas.
Strong understanding of state regulatory practices, public board operations, and administrative procedures.
Comfortable working with standard office software (e.g., Microsoft Office Suite) and state databases or recordkeeping systems.
Proficient in data management, budgeting, and reporting within a public-sector framework.

Nice To Haves

Experience with licensure or credentialing systems preferred.
Experience with licensure or credentialing systems, case management, or board governance preferred.

Responsibilities

Direct the daily operations of a small state health board, including licensure processing, rulemaking coordination, board meeting facilitation, and regulatory compliance.
Develop, implement, and oversee policies, procedures, and administrative rules in accordance with state statutes and ADH policy.
Manage the board’s budget, monitor expenditures, and prepare financial reports in compliance with state accounting procedures.
Coordinate and publish meeting notices, prepare agendas, document board actions, and ensure transparency in accordance with the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act (FOIA).
Review, process, and verify licensing and renewal applications to ensure eligibility, completeness, and accuracy.
Serve as a liaison between the board, the public, licensees, legal counsel, and other governmental entities.
Conduct preliminary reviews of complaints, disciplinary cases, and compliance concerns, and assist in investigative coordination with legal or enforcement staff when necessary.
Prepare reports, correspondence, and statistical summaries related to board activities, licensing data, or enforcement actions.
Ensure timely updates to public-facing information, such as board websites, directories, and notifications.
Maintain the confidentiality and security of personal data and sensitive regulatory records.