Public Health Deputy Director

Winnebago Comprehensive Healthcare System • Winnebago, NE

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About The Position

The Public Health Deputy provides senior‑level operational leadership for the Winnebago Public Health Department (WPHD). This position is responsible for translating strategic direction into daily operations, ensuring effective program implementation, workforce coordination, fiscal stewardship, and performance improvement across all public health programs. The Deputy serves as the primary operational partner to the Chief Public Health Officer and ensures continuity, consistency, and accountability across WPHD services.

Requirements

• A Master’s degree in Public Health or Healthcare Administration and a minimum of a bachelor’s degree.
• Supervisory experience of four (4) years in a related position is preferred, but at least two (2) years of documented supervisory experience.
• A bachelor’s degree in a science
• Knowledge of public health program operations and service delivery models
• Working knowledge of federal, tribal, and state funding mechanisms
• Ability to analyze program data and operational performance
• Strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills
• Ability to build collaborative relationships across programs and partners
• Ability to work independently and manage competing priorities
• Must possess the ability to read, write, and speak the English language fluently.
• Must be able to continually and effectively employ professional verbal and written communications skills.
• All applicants will comply with 45 CFR 1301, Subpart D, Section 1301.31, C and D, which require all prospective employees to sign a declaration prior to employment regarding all arrests and convictions of child abuse or violent felonies and to comply with PL 101-630 and PL 101-637 regarding criminal records check.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of assigned public health programs and initiatives
• Ensure programs meet contractual, regulatory, and performance requirements
• Coordinate implementation of departmental policies, procedures, and strategic priorities
• Identify operational barriers and implement corrective actions
• Supervise assigned Program Directors, Managers, or Coordinators
• Support staff recruitment, onboarding, training, and professional development
• Assist with performance evaluations, coaching, and corrective action
• Support succession planning and workforce sustainability initiatives
• Monitor program expenditures and budget alignment
• Support grant management, reporting, and compliance activities
• Assist with preparation of internal and external fiscal reports
• Coordinate data needed for budget modifications and funding requests
• Oversee collection and review of service utilization and outcome data
• Support performance management systems and quality improvement efforts
• Assist with accreditation readiness, audits, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Facilitate regular program coordination meetings
• Represent WPHD in meetings, workgroups, or committees as assigned
• Act as Chief Public Health Officer designee when delegated

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees