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HomeMy WebLinkAboutCommunity Health Improvement Plan (CHIP) Executive DirectorPosition: Department: FLSA: Annual Hours Worked: UNION: Salary: Approved: Adopted: JEFFERSON COUNTY JOB DESCRIPTION Community Health Improvement Plan Executive Director Jefferson Public Health Exempt - Executive 1040 Exempt Flat Rate Human Resources Manager April 2018 1.0 MAJOR FUNCTION AND PURPOSE 1.1 Provides executive leadership to Community Health Improvement Plan (CHIP) efforts that will result in measurable health improvement outcomes in identified health priority areas for Jefferson county residents. Under the general direction of the CHIP Steering Committee, the Executive Director will develop a CHIP leadership structure to oversee the recurring cycle of community health assessment and community health improvement planning. They will create a supportive system with a shared vision that fosters collaboration and collective impact over the long-term and increases the use of shared assessment and measurement function and features, and encourages interconnectivity for health improvements for Jefferson County residents. 2.0 SUPERVISION RECEIVED 2.1 Persons in this position works independently and are given significant discretion, within the scope of policy and regulations, in the performance of their duties; Responsible to and guidance received from the CHIP Steering Committee, Public Health Director, Health Officer, Jefferson County Board of Health, County Administrator and the Board of County Commissioners. Supervision is from the Public Health Director. 3.0 SUPERVISION EXERCISED 3.1 The Executive Director will supervise any additional staff funded and hired to support the Jefferson County Community Health Improvement Plan and will provide contractual oversight for any contracted services. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organizations policies and applicable laws. 4.0 SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 4.1 Responsible for planning, organizing, directing and administering the operations involved in meeting the goals and objectives of the Jefferson County CHIP. 4.2 May serve as a member of the CHIP Steering Committee and works collaboratively with Jefferson County Public Health and Jefferson Healthcare staff to carry out the purpose of the CHIP. Makes professional and technical decisions, exercising considerable independence in decision making on complex and significant issues related to the health improvement plan. 4.3 Provides direction, administration and short- and long-term planning and evaluation for CHIP processes and of initiatives/programs tied to specific indicators and measures. Position: Department: FLSA: Annual Hours Worked: UNION: Salary: Approved: Adopted: JEFFERSON COUNTY JOB DESCRIPTION Community Health Improvement Plan Executive Director Jefferson Public Health Exempt - Executive 1040 Exempt Flat Rate Human Resources Manager April 2018 1.0 MAJOR FUNCTION AND PURPOSE 1.1 Provides executive leadership to Community Health Improvement Plan (CHIP) efforts that will result in measurable health improvement outcomes in identified health priority areas for Jefferson county residents. Under the general direction of the CHIP Steering Committee, the Executive Director will develop a CHIP leadership structure to oversee the recurring cycle of community health assessment and community health improvement planning. They will create a supportive system with a shared vision that fosters collaboration and collective impact over the long-term and increases the use of shared assessment and measurement function and features, and encourages interconnectivity for health improvements for Jefferson County residents. 2.0 SUPERVISION RECEIVED 2.1 Persons in this position works independently and are given significant discretion, within the scope of policy and regulations, in the performance of their duties; Responsible to and guidance received from the CHIP Steering Committee, Public Health Director, Health Officer, Jefferson County Board of Health, County Administrator and the Board of County Commissioners. Supervision is from the Public Health Director. 3.0 SUPERVISION EXERCISED 3.1 The Executive Director will supervise any additional staff funded and hired to support the Jefferson County Community Health Improvement Plan and will provide contractual oversight for any contracted services. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organizations policies and applicable laws. 4.0 SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 4.1 Responsible for planning, organizing, directing and administering the operations involved in meeting the goals and objectives of the Jefferson County CHIP. 4.2 May serve as a member of the CHIP Steering Committee and works collaboratively with Jefferson County Public Health and Jefferson Healthcare staff to carry out the purpose of the CHIP. Makes professional and technical decisions, exercising considerable independence in decision making on complex and significant issues related to the health improvement plan. 4.3 Provides direction, administration and short- and long-term planning and evaluation for CHIP processes and of initiatives/programs tied to specific indicators and measures. Jefferson County Job Description: Community Health Improvement Plan Executive Director Page 2 of 4 4.4 Leads strategic planning, priority setting, and sustainability and assessment activities. 4.5 Develops a CHIP leadership structure to oversee the recurring cycle of community health assessment and community health improvement planning. 4.6 Develops, manages budget and prepares financial reports for the Steering Committee and the Joint Governing Board. 4.7 Engages a wide representation of stakeholders to analyze data, evaluate evidence -based projects, and implement projects that can effectively improve the public's health across Jefferson County. 4.8 Supports and assists lead agencies in implementation of their strategies to achieve the goals and objectives associated with those strategies. 4.9 Assesses needs for technical expertise and consultation. Makes recommendations for and procures consultant services within available budget. 4.10 Develops communication tools and documents for use in communication about CHIP goals and achievements. 4.11 Develops and maintains strong collaborative relationships with local community groups and agencies to ensure ongoing stakeholder and broad community engagement. Provides a Jefferson County perspective and advocates for resources from local, regional, state, and foundations. 4.12 Engages with epidemiology support for the development of metrics and ensures data is being collected that, to the extent possible, focuses on outcomes rather than output or performance measures. Monitors and reports on progress towards metrics. 4.13 Creates, reviews and approves reports which provide information and status updates for all components of CHIP and its identified health priorities. 4.14 Develop a system for reporting outcomes (short-term, mid-term, and long-term) related to the priorities, goals, objectives and strategies that is meaningful. The system will include an easily understood dashboard that demonstrates collectively progress toward population health improvement. 4.15 Liaises with Jefferson County Board of Health and Jefferson Co Hospital District board, City of Port Townsend Council, Jefferson County Board of Commissioners, Olympic Community of Health, as well as Jefferson County Public Health and Jefferson Healthcare representatives. 4.16 Serves as an active participant in regional Olympic Community of Health meetings, discussions and collaborations and ensures the sustained collaborative involvement of appropriate regional and state partners. 4.17 Serves as a resource for lead agencies, motivates and mentors lead agency staff, as needed, in providing quality and appropriate quantity of work in assigned areas utilizing resources efficiently. 4.18 Identifies funding sources and secures resources. 4.19 Fosters sustainable health system initiatives that improve the experience of care and the health of populations, and reduce per capita costs of health care. Jefferson County Job Description: Community Health Improvement Plan Executive Director Page 2 of 4 4.4 Leads strategic planning, priority setting, and sustainability and assessment activities. 4.5 Develops a CHIP leadership structure to oversee the recurring cycle of community health assessment and community health improvement planning. 4.6 Develops, manages budget and prepares financial reports for the Steering Committee and the Joint Governing Board. 4.7 Engages a wide representation of stakeholders to analyze data, evaluate evidence -based projects, and implement projects that can effectively improve the public's health across Jefferson County. 4.8 Supports and assists lead agencies in implementation of their strategies to achieve the goals and objectives associated with those strategies. 4.9 Assesses needs for technical expertise and consultation. Makes recommendations for and procures consultant services within available budget. 4.10 Develops communication tools and documents for use in communication about CHIP goals and achievements. 4.11 Develops and maintains strong collaborative relationships with local community groups and agencies to ensure ongoing stakeholder and broad community engagement. Provides a Jefferson County perspective and advocates for resources from local, regional, state, and foundations. 4.12 Engages with epidemiology support for the development of metrics and ensures data is being collected that, to the extent possible, focuses on outcomes rather than output or performance measures. Monitors and reports on progress towards metrics. 4.13 Creates, reviews and approves reports which provide information and status updates for all components of CHIP and its identified health priorities. 4.14 Develop a system for reporting outcomes (short-term, mid-term, and long-term) related to the priorities, goals, objectives and strategies that is meaningful. The system will include an easily understood dashboard that demonstrates collectively progress toward population health improvement. 4.15 Liaises with Jefferson County Board of Health and Jefferson Co Hospital District board, City of Port Townsend Council, Jefferson County Board of Commissioners, Olympic Community of Health, as well as Jefferson County Public Health and Jefferson Healthcare representatives. 4.16 Serves as an active participant in regional Olympic Community of Health meetings, discussions and collaborations and ensures the sustained collaborative involvement of appropriate regional and state partners. 4.17 Serves as a resource for lead agencies, motivates and mentors lead agency staff, as needed, in providing quality and appropriate quantity of work in assigned areas utilizing resources efficiently. 4.18 Identifies funding sources and secures resources. 4.19 Fosters sustainable health system initiatives that improve the experience of care and the health of populations, and reduce per capita costs of health care. Jefferson County Job Description: Community Health Improvement Plan Executive Director Page 3 of 4 4.20 Supports the work of the governing body. Nurtures a work culture of innovation and appropriate risk-taking. 4.21 Assures agendas are developed and minutes are recorded to document progress. 4.22 Other duties as assigned. 5.0 REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES 5.1 Ability to use critical and creative thinking to apply theories, principles, techniques and practices of carrying out complex multi- and cross sector planning in the health, human services and our community development fields, and managing groups with multiple perspectives and interests. 5.2 Knowledge of effective participatory leadership principles, managerial practices and group dynamics. 5.3 Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with diverse populations of stakeholders, customers, community based organizations, agencies, businesses, healthcare providers and coworkers. 5.4 Ability to manage grants, projects and contracts. 5.5 Knowledge of current literature, trends, and development in healthcare and health system reform in Washington State. 5.6 Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing, presenting complicated issues in understandable ways, using tact and diplomacy to gain collaboration. This includes public speaking and presentations. 5.7 Ability to use and create computer based documents, email, calendars and other electronic tools to ensure efficient, accessible accountable work. 5.8 Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups, media and the public. 6.0 MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS 6.1 Master's Degree (MBA, MPA, MPH or related field) which includes an administrative component and a minimum of five years of progressively responsible and relevant professional experience with a minimum of two years as a Manager, Assistant Director or Director level position. Experience in epidemiology and health statistics preferred. Bachelor's Degree combined with substantial relevant professional experience may be substituted for the Master's Degree. OR A combination of education and significant relevant professional experience may, upon review, be substituted for the Degrees. 6.2 Valid Washington State Driver's License. 7.0 DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS AND ABILITIES 7.1 Ability to motivate subordinates, maintain employee morale, and create an effective and harmonious work environment. Jefferson County Job Description: Community Health Improvement Plan Executive Director Page 3 of 4 4.20 Supports the work of the governing body. Nurtures a work culture of innovation and appropriate risk-taking. 4.21 Assures agendas are developed and minutes are recorded to document progress. 4.22 Other duties as assigned. 5.0 REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES 5.1 Ability to use critical and creative thinking to apply theories, principles, techniques and practices of carrying out complex multi- and cross sector planning in the health, human services and our community development fields, and managing groups with multiple perspectives and interests. 5.2 Knowledge of effective participatory leadership principles, managerial practices and group dynamics. 5.3 Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with diverse populations of stakeholders, customers, community based organizations, agencies, businesses, healthcare providers and coworkers. 5.4 Ability to manage grants, projects and contracts. 5.5 Knowledge of current literature, trends, and development in healthcare and health system reform in Washington State. 5.6 Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing, presenting complicated issues in understandable ways, using tact and diplomacy to gain collaboration. This includes public speaking and presentations. 5.7 Ability to use and create computer based documents, email, calendars and other electronic tools to ensure efficient, accessible accountable work. 5.8 Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups, media and the public. 6.0 MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS 6.1 Master's Degree (MBA, MPA, MPH or related field) which includes an administrative component and a minimum of five years of progressively responsible and relevant professional experience with a minimum of two years as a Manager, Assistant Director or Director level position. Experience in epidemiology and health statistics preferred. Bachelor's Degree combined with substantial relevant professional experience may be substituted for the Master's Degree. OR A combination of education and significant relevant professional experience may, upon review, be substituted for the Degrees. 6.2 Valid Washington State Driver's License. 7.0 DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS AND ABILITIES 7.1 Ability to motivate subordinates, maintain employee morale, and create an effective and harmonious work environment. Jefferson County Job Description: Community Health Improvement Plan Executive Director Page 4 of 4 7.2 Familiarity with tools, instruments, equipment and techniques commonly used in the performance of related tasks. 7.3 Ability to quickly grasp new techniques, deal with rapid changes in events, remain calm in stressful situations, relate to various personality styles in a calm, professional manner. 7.4 Understands the need for maintaining confidentiality of sensitive information. 7.5 Assure efficient and effective utilization of volunteers and department personnel, funds, materials, facilities, and time. 7.6 Strong leadership, management, organizational, planning and negotiating skills. 8.0 PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORK ENVIRONMENT 8.1 Work is normally performed indoors, in an environment with moderate noise. 8.2 While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, talk or hear. The employee is regularly required to stand and walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; climb or balance. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. . 8.3 Good health, and good physical condition, appropriate to the position. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision requirements include: close vision, distance vision, color vision; and the ability to adjust focus. This job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee, and is subject to change as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change. Jefferson County Job Description: Community Health Improvement Plan Executive Director Page 4 of 4 7.2 Familiarity with tools, instruments, equipment and techniques commonly used in the performance of related tasks. 7.3 Ability to quickly grasp new techniques, deal with rapid changes in events, remain calm in stressful situations, relate to various personality styles in a calm, professional manner. 7.4 Understands the need for maintaining confidentiality of sensitive information. 7.5 Assure efficient and effective utilization of volunteers and department personnel, funds, materials, facilities, and time. 7.6 Strong leadership, management, organizational, planning and negotiating skills. 8.0 PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORK ENVIRONMENT 8.1 Work is normally performed indoors, in an environment with moderate noise. 8.2 While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, talk or hear. The employee is regularly required to stand and walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; climb or balance. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. . 8.3 Good health, and good physical condition, appropriate to the position. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision requirements include: close vision, distance vision, color vision; and the ability to adjust focus. This job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee, and is subject to change as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.