Health District Director - Virginia Beach

DHRM•Virginia Beach, VA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Virginia Department of Health is seeking an experienced professional to serve as Health District Director for the Virginia Beach District. The director oversees medical, nursing, environmental health, administrative, and other public health services in the district. The role includes leading staff and public health programs, using community health data to inform strategies, building partnerships, managing budgets and resources, representing the agency, and ensuring compliance with applicable laws, regulations, policies, and human resources practices.

Requirements

Moderate professional experience in a public health agency or public health-related activity.
Extensive experience in organizational or community leadership.
Demonstrated ability to lead high-level teams and manage workplace change.
Ability to work effectively independently and as a team member.
Proven leadership, including work in an interdisciplinary environment.
Experience managing in a team-based model.
Knowledge of a wide range of local public health programs.
Ability to work with elected officials, senior local government officials, and community stakeholders and develop partnerships.
Experience with budget development, financial management execution, and grant management.
Knowledge and application of human resources policies, including compliance.
Experience implementing internal controls.
Ability to resolve confidential and sensitive issues, maintain confidentiality, and maintain balanced professional relationships.
Ability to provide communications and media relations.

Nice To Haves

MD or DO, board certified in preventive medicine, primary care, or another appropriate specialty, with a valid Virginia medical license.
MPH, if not used as a qualification above.
Extensive experience leading or directing a public health organization.
Comprehensive experience and demonstrated skill administering a broad array of public health programs.
Considerable experience working with local, state, or federal government officials.

Responsibilities

Lead and supervise staff, including performance management, work prioritization, training, and workforce development.
Direct the planning, implementation, and evaluation of public health programs and initiatives to improve community health.
Conduct and support community health assessments and use data to inform public health strategies.
Build and maintain partnerships with local governments, healthcare organizations, community stakeholders, and state and federal agencies.
Oversee program budgets, grants, financial stewardship, procurement, and resource management to ensure compliance and operational effectiveness.
Represent the agency as a public health leader and subject matter expert with elected officials, community partners, and the media as needed.
Ensure compliance with public health laws, regulations, policies, and human resources practices.