Maryland Department of Health - Prince George's County Health Department
Health Officer - Prince George's County Health Dept. (Physician Program Manager
Maryland Department of Health - Prince George's County Health Department, Capitol Heights, Maryland, us, 20790
About Prince George’s County
Prince George’s County Government provides a dynamic and inclusive workplace where employees can thrive, learn, and grow across its 30 diverse agencies, all dedicated to serving the County's residents with essential resources and services. Nestled just minutes away from Washington, DC, Prince George's County combines urban vibrancy with serene surroundings, offering an ideal setting to live, work, and enjoy life. About the Agency
The Prince George's County Health Department's (PGCHD) vision is that all Prince Georgians are their healthiest at every age and every stage. Their mission is to lead, engage, and empower our community to work collaboratively towards disease prevention, health equity, and total well-being. The PGCHD works to protect and support the public’s health through numerous services that range from restaurant inspections and disease tracking to care coordination and health promotion. Main Purpose of Job
The Prince George's County Department of Health seeks a visionary executive to lead its public health programs affecting the County, including Behavioral Health, Environmental Health, Communicable Disease Prevention and Control, Family Health Services, Health and Wellness, and the Local Behavioral Health Authority. This individual selected will serve as the County Health Officer under the authority of the Maryland Department of Health and the Prince George's County Executive. The Prince George's County Department of Health is a comprehensive local health department with a staff of more than 500 employees and an annual budget of approximately $100 million. POSITION DUTIES
Administer public health programs for Prince George’s County, including management of personnel, funds, facilities, and all assets of the Department. Administer the Department’s approximately $100,000,000 operating budget comprised of Core Public Health Funding; County, Federal, and State grant funding; and revenues derived from fee collections. Responsible for development, promotion, and management of public health programs for Prince George’s County, including evaluating community needs and initiating new programs as deemed necessary to meet State and County objectives and to achieve a healthy population. Provide clinical oversight of public health programs in the Department. Enforce Federal, State, and County laws, rules, and regulations to protect the public health and safety of the population, including environmental health rules. Execute policies and procedures established by the State and County as they relate to health matters applicable to Prince George’s County. Coordinate or combine the resources of health care institutions, social service organizations, public safety personnel, or other agencies to enhance community health. Responsible for the monitoring of mortality, morbidity, and other disease trends. Investigate and control disease outbreaks and inform County officials regarding urgent and emerging health concerns. Address the root causes of health disparities, beyond healthcare and health behaviors, by supporting projects, policies, and research that will enable every resident to achieve their optimal level of health. Direct and implement a wide range of communication strategies for a large, complex County health department to help residents live longer and better lives and build trust with and ensure a successful flow of information with key stakeholders. Propose Federal, State, and County laws, rules and regulations pertaining to administration of health services. Design or use monitoring tools, like screening, lab records, and vital information, to recognize health risks. Develop tools to address behavioral causes of diseases. Decide retention, expansion, or abolition of program services and other departmental resources. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Qualified candidates must possess a degree in medicine from an accredited college or university, a master’s degree in public health and have at least five years of experience as a licensed physician working in the field of public health at a local, state and/or federal health agency. LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS
Physician candidates will not be appointed until they are licensed by the Maryland Board of Physicians. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Employees in this classification are subject to substance abuse testing in accordance with Code of Maryland Regulations 17.04.09, Testing for Illegal Use of Drugs. SELECTION PROCESS
This is a Management Service position and serves at the pleasure of the Appointing Authority. A resume must accompany your application. Applicants who meet the minimum (and selective) qualifications will be included in further evaluation. We are an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruitment, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State's diversity.
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Prince George’s County Government provides a dynamic and inclusive workplace where employees can thrive, learn, and grow across its 30 diverse agencies, all dedicated to serving the County's residents with essential resources and services. Nestled just minutes away from Washington, DC, Prince George's County combines urban vibrancy with serene surroundings, offering an ideal setting to live, work, and enjoy life. About the Agency
The Prince George's County Health Department's (PGCHD) vision is that all Prince Georgians are their healthiest at every age and every stage. Their mission is to lead, engage, and empower our community to work collaboratively towards disease prevention, health equity, and total well-being. The PGCHD works to protect and support the public’s health through numerous services that range from restaurant inspections and disease tracking to care coordination and health promotion. Main Purpose of Job
The Prince George's County Department of Health seeks a visionary executive to lead its public health programs affecting the County, including Behavioral Health, Environmental Health, Communicable Disease Prevention and Control, Family Health Services, Health and Wellness, and the Local Behavioral Health Authority. This individual selected will serve as the County Health Officer under the authority of the Maryland Department of Health and the Prince George's County Executive. The Prince George's County Department of Health is a comprehensive local health department with a staff of more than 500 employees and an annual budget of approximately $100 million. POSITION DUTIES
Administer public health programs for Prince George’s County, including management of personnel, funds, facilities, and all assets of the Department. Administer the Department’s approximately $100,000,000 operating budget comprised of Core Public Health Funding; County, Federal, and State grant funding; and revenues derived from fee collections. Responsible for development, promotion, and management of public health programs for Prince George’s County, including evaluating community needs and initiating new programs as deemed necessary to meet State and County objectives and to achieve a healthy population. Provide clinical oversight of public health programs in the Department. Enforce Federal, State, and County laws, rules, and regulations to protect the public health and safety of the population, including environmental health rules. Execute policies and procedures established by the State and County as they relate to health matters applicable to Prince George’s County. Coordinate or combine the resources of health care institutions, social service organizations, public safety personnel, or other agencies to enhance community health. Responsible for the monitoring of mortality, morbidity, and other disease trends. Investigate and control disease outbreaks and inform County officials regarding urgent and emerging health concerns. Address the root causes of health disparities, beyond healthcare and health behaviors, by supporting projects, policies, and research that will enable every resident to achieve their optimal level of health. Direct and implement a wide range of communication strategies for a large, complex County health department to help residents live longer and better lives and build trust with and ensure a successful flow of information with key stakeholders. Propose Federal, State, and County laws, rules and regulations pertaining to administration of health services. Design or use monitoring tools, like screening, lab records, and vital information, to recognize health risks. Develop tools to address behavioral causes of diseases. Decide retention, expansion, or abolition of program services and other departmental resources. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Qualified candidates must possess a degree in medicine from an accredited college or university, a master’s degree in public health and have at least five years of experience as a licensed physician working in the field of public health at a local, state and/or federal health agency. LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS
Physician candidates will not be appointed until they are licensed by the Maryland Board of Physicians. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Employees in this classification are subject to substance abuse testing in accordance with Code of Maryland Regulations 17.04.09, Testing for Illegal Use of Drugs. SELECTION PROCESS
This is a Management Service position and serves at the pleasure of the Appointing Authority. A resume must accompany your application. Applicants who meet the minimum (and selective) qualifications will be included in further evaluation. We are an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruitment, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State's diversity.
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