Public Health Supervisor - Limited Service

State of Vermont • Burlington, VT

17h • Hybrid

About The Position

The Public Health Supervisor oversees local public health interventions for the Health Department Burlington District Office, which covers Chittenden County. There is a focus on implementing policy, systems, and environmental approaches in the areas of chronic disease prevention, maternal and child health, and school health. The position supervises program staff, reports to the Burlington District Director, and is a member of the Burlington District leadership team. The work involves extensive relationship building with internal and external partners, from a variety of community sectors.
As part of the Vermont Department of Health, the Burlington District Office is the largest of 12 local health offices in Vermont. Located in downtown Burlington, we strive to offer a supportive, professionally challenging, and healthy workplace to our employees.

DIVISION OF LOCAL HEALTH - WHO WE ARE:
The Division of Local Health works to preserve and improve the equitable social, economic, and environmental conditions necessary to attain the highest level of health and well-being for all, thus ensuring healthy Vermonters. The Division of Local Health is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and welcoming environment that respects and celebrates every person's strength, assets, and values. The Division of Local Health is committed to leading organizational change efforts that address avoidable inequities and injustices as we work towards the elimination of health and health care disparities.

TELEWORK:
State of Vermont telework policy requires at least three days a week working in the office. The Department of Health supports a hybrid work environment which combines both in person and remote work. Upon hire, employees work with their supervisor to create a schedule that aligns with the business needs of the unit and complies with State of Vermont policy. We believe a hybrid work environment promotes autonomy and allows for increased flexibility and greater work/life balance.

MISSION:
Promote the physical, mental, and social well-being of people in Vermont by advancing equity, protecting against disease and injury, and preparing for health emergencies.

VISION:
All people and communities in Vermont have equitable opportunities to achieve their highest level of health and well-being.

VALUES:
• Equity: We aim to center health justice and address racism and all forms of oppression in our programs and policies, our approach to collaboration, and how we build and nurture our workforce.
• Collaboration: We engage with staff and partners to understand complex problems and design responsive solutions.
• Inclusion: We support a culture of belonging and diversity where people are valued, trusted, and able to be their authentic selves.
• Harmony: We endorse a balanced, thoughtful, and intentional work environment that allows employees to care for themselves, their families, and the people they serve.
• Data: We strive for scientific excellence and cultural responsiveness in the collection, analysis, sharing and use of data.

Requirements

• Master's Degree in public health, public administration, business administration, environmental science, emergency response, human services, social sciences related fields or health-related fields AND one (1) year or more of experience in public health or human services related programmatic work INCLUDING one (1) year or more at a supervisory level or leading a group or team.
• Bachelor's degree in public health, public administration, business administration, environmental science, emergency response, human services, social sciences related fields or health-related fields AND two (2) years or more of experience in public health or human services related programmatic work INCLUDING one (1) year or more at a supervisory level or leading a group or team.
• Two (2) years or more of experience as a Public Health Specialist II, INCLUDING one (1) year or more at a supervisory level or leading a group or team.
• One (1) year or more of experience as Public Health Specialist III, INCLUDING one (1) year or more at a supervisory level or leading a group or team.
• Candidates must pass any level of background investigation applicable to the position.
• Vermont and/or national criminal record checks, as well as DMV and adult and child abuse registry checks, as appropriate to the position under recruitment, will be conducted on candidates, with the exception of those who are current classified state employees seeking transfer, promotion or demotion into an AHS classified position or are persons exercising re-employment (RIF) rights.

Nice To Haves

• Experience implementing upstream prevention strategies in community settings.
• Experience working in a multidisciplinary environment.
• Demonstrated ability to lead implementation of equity-focused public health interventions.
• Demonstrated excellence in building collaborative relationships to address complex social issues that impact health.
• Strong project management, group facilitation, and communication skills.
• Ability to interpret state-level programmatic guidance to oversee local level action that meets the needs of the community.
• Strong supervision skills.

Responsibilities

• Supervises program staff
• Reports to the Burlington District Director
• Is a member of the Burlington District leadership team
• Involves extensive relationship building with internal and external partners, from a variety of community sectors
• Oversees local public health interventions for the Health Department Burlington District Office
• Focuses on implementing policy, systems, and environmental approaches in the areas of chronic disease prevention, maternal and child health, and school health

Benefits

• 80% State paid medical premium and a dental plan at no cost for employees and their families
• Work/Life balance: 11 paid holidays each year and a generous leave plan
• State Paid Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FMLI)
• Two ways to save for your retirement: A State defined benefit pension plan and a deferred compensation 457(b) plan
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Flexible spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts
• Low cost group life insurance
• Incentive-based Wellness Program
• Qualified Employer for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program

What This Job Offers

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