Salary $58,042.00

• $72,552.

00 Annually Location

HAMILTON COUNTY HEALTH & SOCIAL

SERVICES, Chattanooga, TN Job Type

FULL TIME

Job Number 08/31/2026

• 1845 Division

HEALTH & SOCIAL SERVICES DIVISION

Department Homeland Security Opening Date 08/31/2026 Closing Date 9/13/2026 11:59 PM Eastern Description The Hamilton County Health & Social Services Division has a responsibility to respond quickly and efficiently when public health emergencies occur. All Hamilton County Health & Social Services Division employees are responsible for ensuring their contact information is current and they are accessible should a public health emergency arise. The Hamilton County Health & Social Services Division maintains a call down system to store contact information and mobilize staff in the event of an emergency. During a public health emergency, all staff are required to respond should a call to mobilize be made. During a public health emergency, work hours for any and all Hamilton County Health & Social Services Division employees are subject to modification to meet the needs of the community. Under general supervision, serves as the regional liaison for healthcare preparedness and coordination of emergency response planning and training across hospitals, healthcare facilities, and community partners. Ensures compliance with federal and state guidelines, manages

ASPR HPP

grant deliverables, and strengthens healthcare coalitions to enhance emergency readiness and response capabilities.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

: Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following tasks, physical requirements, knowledge, skills, abilities, and other characteristics. This list of tasks is

ILLUSTRATIVE

ONLY, and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by incumbents of this class. Tasks Leads and facilitates Healthcare Coalition operations ensuring alignment with ASPR, HPP, and

CDC PHEP

requirements. Coordinates development, implementation, and maintenance of emergency response and recovery plans. Serves as the liaison between healthcare facilities, public health departments, and emergency management partners during planning, drills, and activations. Manages

ASPR HPP

grant deliverables and prepares required reports. Develops and maintains systems for healthcare resource tracking and manages specialized assets. Plans and coordinates local trainings and exercises and provides technical assistance to healthcare facilities on preparedness and response activities. Ensures accurate and timely reporting; maintains updated coalition contact lists, websites, and communication platforms. Engages with community leaders, hospital executives, and the media to communicate preparedness efforts and maintain strong partnerships. Manages logistics for coalition operations, including setup and breakdown of field operations ensuring readiness and rapid deployment. Oversees preventative maintenance of Healthcare Coalition assets to ensure operational reliability including regular inspections, repairs, and inventory management. During an emergency, functions from and works with the Tennessee Emergency Management Agency (TEMA) or Metropolitan Emergency Operations Center directors and officials to allocate resources in response to identified needs. Monitors utilization and movement of hospital resources, and helps provide additional resources throughout the region. Participates in discussions and decision making within and outside of Hamilton County Health and Social Services with emergency management officials. Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Other Characteristics Knowledge of Emergency Preparedness Planning. Knowledge of grants and contracts for hospitals for Emergency Preparedness. Knowledge of training for Emergency Preparedness and Response. Knowledge of computer hardware, software and peripherals utilized in data management systems and emergency communication platforms. Knowledge of customer service/public relations practices and procedures. Skill utilizing computer software in developing computer databases for research and analysis. Skill collecting and analyzing public health statistics for the identification of risk factors or areas of concern. Skill utilizing verbal and written communications in the development of informational reports, presentations and training. Skill utilizing customer service/public relations techniques responding to inquiries and complaints. Skill establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with diverse stakeholders. Skill effectively communicating in both oral and written form. Minimum Qualifications A Master's degree in Public Health, Emergency Management, Hospital Administration, or a closely related field with at least three (3) years of direct work experience in healthcare administration, emergency preparedness, or public health program management. A valid driver's license is required. OR A Bachelor's degree in Public Health, Emergency Management, Hospital Administration, or a closely related field with at least five (5) years of direct work experience in healthcare administration, emergency preparedness, or public health program management. A valid driver's license is required. OR An Associate's degree in Public Health, Emergency Management, Hospital Administration, or a closely related field with at least seven (7) years of direct work experience in healthcare administration, emergency preparedness, or public health program management. A valid driver's license is required. OR A high school diploma with at least nine (9) years of direct work experience in healthcare administration, emergency preparedness, or public health program management. A valid driver's license is required.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

: Prior to operating a County-owned vehicle, all employees are required to complete the HC Defensive Driving course and/or an Emergency Vehicle Operations Course (EVOC) provided at the department level. This position is deemed essential/situational during inclement weather situations and must report to or remain at work, even when administrative closings are announced, as determined by the Department Head.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

: Work requires intermittent sitting, standing, walking, and ability to lift 50lbs; must be able to drive an automobile. Moderate risk of exposure to public health hazards during emergency response operations.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

: This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of all activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Any overtime hours offered in this position are not guaranteed, are an estimate, and are subject to change. All positions within Hamilton County Government are considered work in-person and require regular and punctual attendance. All positions within Hamilton County Government may require work on Holidays or weekends. Additionally, irregular hours and shift work may be required, including possible extension of shift hours, at times with short notice.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Hamilton County does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, or disability in employment or the provision of services. A copy of Hamilton County's Equal Employment Opportunity Plan (EEOP) & Utilization Report is available on the County's Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Office home page.

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//www.hamiltontn.gov/Department_EqualEmploymentOpportunityOffice.aspx Hamilton County Government Meeting the needs of the people where they live, work, and play! Hamilton County, Tennessee offers a lower cost of living, ease of getting around, a lively arts tradition, and abundant outdoor recreational opportunities. Working for Hamilton County Government provides many great benefits

• take a look at a few of those highlighted below… On-Site Employee Health Clinic No copay to utilize clinic services. Clinic services include routine office visits, sick visits, labs, flu shots, and more TextCare
• Access to care 24/7 via TextCare, which is direct, unlimited access to medical care 24/7 through text message. (Employee access to the clinic is available from day one. A covered spouse or dependent has access as soon as their health plan coverage is effective. Children age 3 and up who are covered by the County's insurance are eligible to be seen.) Telehealth
• Two-way, real-time interactive communication between the patient and a practitioner through telecommunications, which may include audiovisual options. One to One Provider Network
• Availability to utilize a network of providers that provide a high level of care at a lower copay/cost. Health Management Programs
• Offered to help employees and their family members in managing the following health conditions: Asthma, Diabetes, Hypertension (High Blood Pressure), and Hyperlipidemia (High Cholesterol) Nutritional guidance
• Nutritional education provided to assist in making the appropriate food /health choices. On-Site Employee Pharmacy Low-cost prescriptions available to those covered under the County health plan. Over the counter items offered at cost. RxLocal App
• Mobile app provides a convenient way to stay connected and manage your health.

Through the app you can request refills and ask questions. On-site Pharmacist available to answer questions and provide information. Hamilton County Government offers competitive insurance coverage to fulltime employees. Medical coverage is offered through Cigna to fulltime employees. The County pays a generous portion of the medical premium. Two options are available to choose from: LCP (Local Cost Plus) and OAP (Open Access Plus). The LCP has a smaller network that includes most providers and hospitals, with the exception of Parkridge facilities/providers. The OAP is a national network of facilities/providers that includes most providers/hospitals, including Parkridge. Dental coverage is a voluntary benefit available to fulltime employees.

Three coverage options are offered:

Cigna High Plan, Cigna Low Plan, and Sun Life DHMO. The Cigna High Dental Plan covers orthodontia for children up to age 18. A national network of dental providers is available to choose from and this plan offers out of network coverage. The Cigna Low Dental Plan does not cover orthodontia. A national network of dental providers is available to choose from and this plan offers out of network coverage. The Sun Life DHMO plan is a prepaid dental plan that offers benefits through a network of plan dentists. A dental provider must be selected when enrolling and services must be provided by that provider for benefits to apply. Life Insurance/Accidental Death and Dismemberment is provided through Symetra. The County provides $30,000 of Basic Life/Accidental Death and Dismemberment coverage at no cost to fulltime employees. Additional voluntary benefits fulltime employees have access to enroll in are as follows:

• Individual Short-Term Disability (STD)
• Voluntary Long-Term Disability (LTD)
• Flexible Spending Account-Health Care
• Flexible Spending Account-Dept. Care
• Flexible Spending Account-Transportation
• Accident Insurance
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Hospital Indemnity Insurance Hamilton County Government Retirement for

Fulltime Employees:

Pension

• Legacy Plan (hired prior to 10/1/2015), in which the employer contributes 14.70%. Pension
• Hybrid Plan (hired on or after 10/1/2015), in which the employee contributes 5% and the employer contributes 4%. 401K
• Employer contributes 5% and the employee can contribute the amount of their choice. 457b
• Employees have the option to contribute to this plan if they choose.

Pre-Retirement Seminar:

Hamilton County Human Resources provides a pre-retirement seminar to those considering retirement, two times per year (1st and 3rd quarter of each year).

Seminar topics covered may include:

Health insurance assistance, Medicare info and counseling. Internal steps to take when an employee is ready to retire. Estate Planning Personal Financial Planning TCRS (Tennessee Consolidated Revenue Service)

• Ham. County Pension Deferred Compensation/457 Plan

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Nationwide Social Security Benefits Parental Leave:

Hamilton County provides eight (8) weeks of paid maternity leave and two (2) weeks of paid paternity leave following the birth of a child or placement of a child with an employee in connection with adoption (age 13 or younger) or foster care.

Paid Time Off :

Hamilton County Government provides generous paid time off (PTO) to fulltime employees from the start of employment. Years 1

• 5: an employee will accrue 5.85 hours of leave, per pay period. Years 5
• 10: an employee will accrue 6.

77 hours of leave, per pay period. Years 11-15: an employee will accrue 8.31hours of leave, per pay period. Year 15 and each year thereafter, an employee will accrue 8.93 hours of leave, per pay period. At each anniversary, an employee can roll over up to 80 hours of unused PTO into their leave bank. (Up to 800 hours for employees hired on or after 1/1/2013).

Paid Holidays:

Hamilton County Government provides thirteen (13) paid holidays to fulltime employees. New Year's Day Independence Day M.L. King's Birthday Labor Day President's Day Veteran's Day Good Friday Thanksgiving (2 days) Memorial Day Christmas (2 days)

Juneteenth Wellness Facility:

Hamilton County Government provides a 24/7 fitness center, free of charge, to County employees and family members (age 14+) covered under the County's health plan. The fitness center offers cardio and strength-training equipment, along with group exercise classes throughout the year. (which may include Zumba, spin, yoga, etc.)