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Administrator/Deputy Health Commissioner

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Cambridge-Guernsey County Health Department

Cambridge, OH (In Person)

Full-Time

Posted 1 week ago (Updated 1 day ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 7/11/2026

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Administrator/Deputy Health Commissioner Cambridge-Guernsey County Health Department Cambridge, Ohio Join Our Team The Cambridge-Guernsey County Health Department is seeking a community-focused leader to serve as our Administrator/Deputy Health Commissioner. This executive leadership position is responsible for leading the day-to-day operations of the health department while advancing public health initiatives that improve the health and well-being of Guernsey County residents. The Administrator/Deputy Health Commissioner works closely with the Health Commissioner and Board of Health to provide leadership in public health accreditation, strategic planning, community health improvement, grant development, emergency preparedness, operational management, and organizational performance. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Leadership & Administration Lead the day-to-day operations and administration of the health department. Provide leadership and oversight for departmental programs, services, and staff Lead strategic planning, policy development, organizational improvement initiatives, and performance management activities. Manage departmental budgets, grants, fiscal oversight, and resource allocation efforts. Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local public health laws, regulations, accreditation standards, and agency policies. Represent the health department at community meetings, coalitions, public events, and governmental functions. Serve as Acting Health Commissioner in the absence of the Health Commissioner when designated. Accreditation, Community Health Planning & Quality Improvement Lead public health accreditation efforts. Lead implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of the department's Strategic Plan. Lead Community Health Assessment (CHA) and Community Health Improvement Plan (CHIP) processes. Collaborate with community partners to address public health priorities. Grant Development & Program Management Lead grant research, grant writing, grant administration, facilitation, and reporting activities Monitor program outcomes and ensure compliance with grant requirements. Emergency Preparedness & Community Engagement Provide leadership for emergency preparedness, response, and recovery activities. Develop and maintain collaborative relationships with community partners. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree in a related field required Three to five years of progressively responsible supervisory or management experience. Valid Ohio driver's license. Preferred Qualifications Master's degree (MPH, MHA, MPA, MBA, Nursing, or related field) preferred but not required. Experience with PHAB accreditation. Experience leading CHA/CHIP and strategic planning. Experience with grant writing and administration. Benefits The Cambridge-Guernsey County Health Department offers a comprehensive benefits package including: Ohio Public Employees Retirement System (OPERS) Medical Insurance Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays Professional development opportunities Compensation Salary will be commensurate with the selected candidate's qualifications, experience, and demonstrated expertise.