Deputy Health Strategist (INTERNAL APPLICANTS ONLY)

General Description

The Deputy Health Strategist plays a pivotal role in shaping and advancing the public health agenda within the Department. Reporting to the Department Director, this position is responsible for strategic planning and implementation, community health assessments, performance management, strategic communications, and quality improvement initiatives. In collaboration with department teams and community partners, the Deputy Health Strategist will work to advance collective-impact health strategies and address health disparities among diverse populations.

Administers the Department’s accreditation process and ensures the Department develops and maintains capacity to collect, analyze, communicate, and visualize public health data for community health assessment and program evaluation. Oversees the development and distribution of the Department’s annual report and supports compliance with data privacy regulations. Ensures the adoption, implementation, and evaluation of a community health improvement plan. Develops, monitors, and evaluates the Department’s strategic plan, including steps to implement, integrate, and sustain the community health improvement plan.

Directs the Department’s communications team and aligns its efforts with the Department’s vision, mission, values, and strategic priorities. Assists staff with grant writing and responses to requests for proposals. Oversees and monitors behavioral health contractors’ compliance. Supervises related staff and serves on the Department Leadership Team.

Minimum Qualifications (Education and Experience)

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Master's degree in Health Science, Public Health, Community Health, Public Administration, or a closely related field; OR a related Bachelor’s Degree and six (6) years of full-time paid professional employment in a community or public health setting.

Supervisory or leadership experience preferred.

Minimum Qualifications (Necessary Knowledge, Skills and Abilities)

Must:

- Have excellent knowledge of local public health in both urban and rural settings;

- Have the ability to work productively with minimal supervision;

- Be detail-oriented with strong organizational abilities including planning, delegating, program development, and task facilitation;

- Have excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present persuasive arguments in both speech and writing;

- Have excellent interpersonal skills;

- Have strong public speaking ability;

- Become competent in department policies and procedures;

- Have technology skills including word processing, data entry, spreadsheet creation, and database application.

Special Qualifications

Must:

- Be able to pass a full background check and drug screening;

- Possess or be able to obtain a valid Utah Driver License at the time of employment;

- Be able to provide your own transportation;

- Be able to lift 50 pounds and perform strenuous activities requiring flexibility and stamina.

Summary of Duties

- Provide direction and supervision to communications and administrative staff;

- Direct planning and health improvement efforts;

- Coordinate with Department Leadership to manage the Department’s accreditation process;

- Coordinate with Service Area Leads to ensure public health data is collected, analyzed, and appropriately applied for program planning and evaluation;

- Identify and utilize data sources to analyze social, political, and economic factors contributing to community health status and health inequities;

- Coordinate with Service Areas and the Public Information Officer (PIO) to convey clear, informative data to health professionals and the public using diverse communication approaches and technologies;

- Assist Service Area Leads and Program Managers with the adoption of strategies, procedures, and programs that are in line with known best practices and the community health improvement plan (CHIP) that seek to combat the root causes of health and health inequity;

- Coordinate the meetings and work of the Behavioral Health Advisory Council;

- Oversee and monitor behavioral health contractors’ compliance with contract requirements;

- Coordinate and collaborate with department staff, community partners, and stakeholders for population health improvement planning;

- Coordinate internship and practicum needs with the Personnel Support Officer, Service Area Leads, and higher education programs;

- Serve as a member of the Bear River Health Department Leadership Team;

- Complete other duties as assigned.