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The City of Houston DEPUTY DIRECTOR (EXE LEV) in Houston, Texas
DEPUTY DIRECTOR (EXE LEV)
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DEPUTY DIRECTOR (EXE LEV)
Salary
$125,000.00 - $182,104.00 Annually
Location
Houston
Job Type
Executive Level
Job Number
32503
Department
Houston Health Department
Opening Date
10/13/2023
Description
Benefits
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POSITION OVERVIEW
APPLICATIONS ACCEPTED FROM: ALL PERSONS INTERESTED
DEPARTMENT: HOUSTON HEALTH DEPARTMENT
REPORTING LOCATION: VARIOUS
WORKDAYS & HOURS: VARIOUS
DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES/ ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
The Houston Health Department provides traditional public health services and seeks to use innovative methods to meet the community's present and future needs. Our mission is to work in partnership with the community to promote and protect the health and social well-being of all Houstonians. HHD is now the first health department in Texas and the second in a large U.S. city to earn national accreditation.
The Houston Health Department is seeking a high energy individual who is grounded and mature personally and professionally to fill the role of Deputy Director.
The Deputy Director will be directly responsible for the following department wide functions/units:
Quality and Performance Management
Nursing Services
Planning, Evaluation, Research and Health Statistics
Public Health Preparedness
Access & Equity initiatives
Community Based Health Services Response
Chronic Disease Health Education and Wellness
Workforce Development
The Deputy Director will provide direction and guidance to Assistant Directors and Bureau Chiefs when designated by the Director and may lead or manage the following areas when needed:
Health Center and Multi-Service Center Operations & Disease Prevention and Control
Family Health Services and Human Services
Environmental Health
Public Health Sciences & Services
Administrative Services
The Deputy Director will be responsible for filling in for the Department Director when needed and will represent the Department Director and the department externally when needed or in the absence of the Department Director.
The Deputy Director will serve as the department facilitator for major initiatives and services that involve multiple department units across divisions such as the Covid response and responses to other public health disasters and emergencies.
Additionally, the Deputy Director will perform the following:
Personnel Management - supervise and manage personnel within the assigned units, oversee hiring, disciplinary actions, training and development for the units and compliance with policy and administrative processes.
Strategic Partnerships, Planning and Operations - partners internally and externally to develop networks, alliances, and collaborations across boundaries to build strategic relationships and achieve common goals.
Performance Management - sets, monitors and achieves key performance indicators and short term and long-term unit goals and objectives.
Budget and Evaluation Management – develops budgets, seeks/facilitates access to external resources, monitors expenditures and stays within the approved budget, and assures grant budgets are expended.
Special Operations - leads special initiatives and projects as assigned by the Director. Takes the lead in responding to emergencies and developing and implementing new and developing initiatives or ad hoc assignments.
WORKING CONDITIONS
This position is physically comfortable; the individual has discretion about walking, standing, etc. There are no major sources of discomfort in a normal office environment.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
Requires a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Public Administration or a closely related field.
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
Ten years of professional experience in business administration, management or a closely related field are required, with at least four of those years in a managerial capacity.
A Master's degree may be substituted for two years of experience.
LICENSE REQUIREMENTS
None
PREFERENCES
Preference will be given to candidates who have the following:
At least 10 years proven experience as a leader in the delivery of programs and services especially in the public sector and particularly in a public health setting.
Must have a keen awareness and understanding of public health principles and practices.
Prior experience managing and leading executive level managers.
The ideal candidate will possess the following competencies, experiences, and skills:
Vision of the future-thinks strategically about health issues facing the community and finds creative solutions
Aligns staff with the vision-foster an environment of trust and active learning, reinforcing positive performance
Motivates and inspires to reach division initiatives
Possesses a drive for continued improvement, the ability to elevate the expectations of others and mobilize new leaders
Ability to organize and manage multiple priorities and/or projects by using appropriate business methodologies and tools
Strong written and presentation skills to communicate effectively with key stakeholders
Knowledge and expertise in implementation of effective public health strategies and programs
Goal and performance driven while using effective management skills to motivate, coach, guide and hold staff accountable in a positive environment
Preference shall be given to eligible veteran applicants provided such persons possess the qualifications necessary for competent discharge of the duties involved in the position applied for, such persons are among the most qualified candidates for the position, and all other factors in accordance with Executive Order 1-6.
GENERAL INFORMATION
SELECTION / SKILLS TESTS REQUIRED
Department may administer skills assessment test.
SAFETY IMPACT POSITION No
If yes, this position is subject to random drug testing and if a promotional position, candidate must pass an assignment drug test.
SALARY INFORMATION
Factors used in determining the salary offered include the candidate's qualifications as well as the pay rates of other employees in this classification.
PAY GRADE: 34
APPLICATION PROCEDURES
Only online applications will be accepted for this City of Houston job and must be received by the Human Resources Department during active posting period. Applications must be submitted online at: www.houstontx.gov.
To view your detailed application status, please log-in to your online profile by visiting: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/houston/default.cfm or call (832/393-0453).
If you need special services or accommodations, call (832/393-0453). (TTY 7-1-1)
If you need login assistance or technical support call 855-524-5627.
Due to the high volume of applications received, the Hiring Department will contact you directly, should you be selected to advance in our recruitment process.
All new and rehires must pass a pre-employment drug test and are subject to a physical examination and verification of information provided.
Equal Opportunity Employer
The City of Houston is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.
The city offers a competitive benefits program, including competitively priced health coverage and a defined contribution pension plan.
Benefits include:
• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Wellness
• Life insurance
• Long-term disability
• Retirement pension
• 457 deferred compensation plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• 10 days of vacation each year
• 11 city holidays, plus one floating holiday
• Flexible schedules
• Professional development opportunities
• Transportation/parking plan
• Section 125 pretax deductions
• Dependent Care Reimbursement Plan
• Healthcare Flexible Spending Account
For plan details, visit http://www.houstontx.gov/hr/benefits.html
01
Are you a veteran who served on active duty in the Armed Forces (United States Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, or Coast Guard) for more than 90 consecutive days and received either an honorable discharge or a general discharge under honorable conditions?
Yes
No
02
Which best describes your highest level of education?
High School Diploma / GED
Associate Degree
Bachelor's Degree
Master's Degree or higher
None of the Above
03
Which best describes your years of experience that relate to the duties of this position?
I have no experience that directly relates to the duties of this position.
I have less than 8 years of related experience
8 or more but less than 10 years of related experience
10 or more but less than 12 years of related experience
12 or more but less than 14 years of related experience
14 or more years of related experience
04
Please describe your related experience. If none use N/A.
05
Which best describes your years of experience in a managerial capacity?
I have no managerial experience
I have less than 4 years of managerial experience
I have 4 or more years of managerial experience
06
Describe your experience managing programs in a public health department. If none use N/A. (See resume is not an acceptable answer.)
07
Which best describes your years of experience in an executive level management capacity?
I have no executive level management experience
I have less than 8 years of executive level management experience
I have 8 or more years of executive level management experience
08
Please describe your experience managing and operating health and human services programs and services. If none use N/A. (See resume is not an acceptable answer.)
09
Describe any Incident Management Response experience you may have. If none use N/A. (See resume is not an acceptable answer.)
Required Question