Central Nevada Health District (CNHD) Administrator

Salary : $102,252.80 – $124,612.80 Annually

Location : Fallon, NV

Job Type: Full-Time Regular

Job Number: 2023-0055

Department: Social Services

Opening Date: 08/01/2023

Closing Date: Continuous

FLSA: Exempt

Position Summary

Are you a leader who sets the pace, leads by example, and motivates others to cooperatively move forward to accomplish a common goal? Do you want to be a “pioneer” and embrace the challenge of establishing a new health district in Nevada? Are you experienced in, and do you enjoy, public health? If so, consider applying for this position as the Central Nevada Health District (CNHD) Administrator.

The person in this position serves as the Executive Administrator of the CNHD and will have day-to-day responsibility for the coordination of all public health programs under their jurisdiction. The incumbent is responsible for developing and implementing programs of the Board of Health, supervising staff, and facilitating the daily activities of the District, as well as researching and applying for pertinent grants to support the directives of the Board of Health. While the position is headquartered in Fallon, NV, the person will be required to travel regularly to other jurisdictions within the District (currently Churchill, Eureka, Mineral, and Pershing Counties).

The CNHD Administrator is appointed by and serves at the pleasure of the CNHD Board of Health (BOH) and is responsible for enforcement of Federal, State, and local health laws and regulations, directs staff to fulfill the policies of the BOH, coordinates with local businesses and organizations to ensure and improve the health of the community, and establishes and maintains working relationships with pertinent Federal, State, and local agencies.

Consider working for Churchill County! The county pays 100% of the retirement contribution to PERS on your behalf (33.50% over and above your wage, equivalent to $34,200/year). The county pays 100% of the employee-only health insurance premiums (equivalent to $11,050/year). AND you will not have Social Security taken out of your paycheck, which results in an additional 6% take-home pay (equivalent to $6,100/year).

Applications are accepted online at Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:

This class manages a broad range of public health activities and programs for the CNHD. The incumbent is accountable for accomplishing department goals and objectives and for furthering CNHD goals and objectives within general policy guidelines. The Central Nevada Health District Administrator is a department-head position which serves at the pleasure of the CNHD Board of Health.

Essential Functions

This job description indicates, in general, the nature and levels of work, knowledge, skills, abilities and other essential functions (as covered under the Americans with Disabilities Act) expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be asked to perform other duties as required.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Demonstrates regular, reliable, and punctual attendance.
• Develops, articulates, and implements the strategic direction for the district; leads the engagement and marketing of the district to potential funding sources and represents the district in regional, state, and federal discussions which determine future funding possibilities.
• Communicates essential and important public health information to the public as well as to health professional’s region-wide and leads multi-sector partnerships to improve health status and protect against threats to public health in the region.
• Directs and oversees the assessment and monitoring of the health of the district’s population.
• Manages the relationship between the Board of Health and the Health District.
• Acts as secretary for the District Board of Health.
• Enforces all state and federal public health statutes and requirements and takes actions as necessary to maintain health and prevent the spread of disease including broad emergency powers in collaboration with the District Health Officer.
• Develops short- and long-term strategies to address public health issues throughout the District and directs the activities of the district in implementing these strategies.
• Manages and participates in the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies, priorities, the district’s business plan, and performance measurements for all assigned programs; recommends and administers policies and procedures.
• Establishes appropriate service and staffing levels and monitors and evaluates the efficiency and effectiveness of the district’s service delivery.
• Understands the requirements of public health accreditation and leads accreditation efforts.
• Develops, recommends, and implements policies, procedures and customer service and operational standards; monitors and evaluates the efficiency and effectiveness of service delivery methods and procedures; recommends, within district policy, appropriate service, and staffing levels.
• Oversees the development and administration of the district annual budget; directs the forecast of funds needed for staffing, equipment, materials, and supplies; monitor and approve expenditures; implements adjustments.
• Writes and coordinates applications for grants, ensuring compliance with applicable state and federal statutes, regulations and/or guidelines; administers district grants to be sure timetables and all grant requirements are being met.
• Plans, directs, coordinates, and reviews the work plan for district staff and volunteers; assigns work activities, projects, and programs; reviews and evaluates work products, methods, and procedures; meets with staff to identify and resolve problems.
• Ensures effective morale, productivity and discipline; plans, organizes, administers, reviews and evaluates the activities and performance of staff; works with staff to establish work priorities and schedules; encourages and provides for staff training and professional development; interprets District policies and procedures for staff; works with employees to develop short and long term goals, monitors accomplishments, establishes performance requirements and personal development targets and provides coaching for performance improvement and development.
• Investigates, responds to, and resolves complaints from the general public, organizations, and other districts regarding programs.
• Demonstrates courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with elected officials, clients, visitors, and staff; acts in a manner that promotes a harmonious and effective workplace environment.

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Education and Experience:

Master’s degree in public health, health care administration, public administration, business administration or a related field; AND five (5) years of management experience in an administrative position in a local, state, or national public health district, program, organization, or agency; OR an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Required Knowledge and Skills

Knowledge of:

• Public health principles, assessment, surveillance, strategies, tools, and techniques as they apply to public health practice.
• Federal, State and County laws, rules, and regulations as they pertain to public health. Management skills to analyze programs, policies, and operational needs.
• Principles and practices of program development and administration.
• Causes, means/transmission and methods of control of communicable diseases.
• Recent developments, current literature and sources of information related to public health.
• Public relations principles and techniques.
• Principles and practices of municipal budget preparation and administration. Principles of supervision, training, and performance evaluation.
• Office procedures, methods, and computer equipment, including common office.
• Principles and practices of employee supervision, including selection, work planning, organization, training, performance review and evaluation.
• Principles and practices of developing teams, motivating employees, and managing in a team environment.
• Computer applications related to the work.
• Standard office practices and procedures, including filing and the operation of standard office equipment.
• Techniques for understanding and effectively communicating with individuals of various cultures.

Skill in:

• Planning, organizing, supervising, reviewing, and evaluating the work of staff and volunteers.
• Managing budgets.
• Building consensus through effective leadership.
• Planning, managing, and evaluating program goals and objectives and service delivery effectiveness in the programmatic area to which assigned.
• Identifying programmatic and operational problems, investigating, and evaluating alternatives and implementing effective solutions.
• Interpreting, applying, and explaining applicable laws, codes, and regulations.
• Preparing clear and concise reports, correspondence, and other written materials. Using initiative and independent judgment within general policy guidelines.
• Contributing effectively to the accomplishment of team or work unit goals, objectives, and activities.
• Dealing successfully with a variety of individuals from various socioeconomic, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds.
• Making public presentations to large and small groups.

REQUIRED CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, AND REGISTRATIONS:

• Nevada Driver’s License.
• incident Command System (ICS) 100

Physical Demands and Working Environment

PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORKING ENVIRONMENT:

The physical demands described herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Mobility to work in a typical office setting and use standard office equipment; stamina to sit for extended periods of time; strength and agility to lift and carry up to 20 pounds; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen, and hearing and speech to communicate over the telephone and in person; ability to operate a motor vehicle, be exposed to traffic conditions and external environment, and safely travel to a variety of offsite locations.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

1. Continued employment is contingent upon all required licenses and certificates being maintained in active status without suspension or revocation.
2. New employees are required to submit to a background investigation and if hired for a safety-sensitive position, a drug/alcohol screen. Employment is contingent upon passing the background and the drug/alcohol screen (if applicable).
3. Any District employee may be required to stay at or return to work during emergencies to perform duties specific to this classification or to perform other duties as requested in an assigned response position. This may require working a non-traditional work schedule or working outside normal assigned duties during the incident and/or emergency.
4. Employees may be required to complete Incident Command System training as a condition of continuing employment.
5. Central Nevada Health District, via Churchill County, participates in E-Verify and will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each applicant’s Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. All candidates who are offered employment must complete Section 1 of the Form I-9 along with the required proof of their right to work in the United States and proof of their identity prior to starting employment. Please be prepared to provide required documentation as soon as possible after the job offer is made. Central Nevada Health District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

DISCLAIMER: Churchill County provides benefits to regular employees. Benefits are prorated for some part time, regular positions (depending on job). Most part time positions provide no benefits.

No Nevada state income tax

Retirement
Public Employees’ Retirement System (PERS) of Nevada – Churchill County contributes 29.75% of an eligible Regular Member’s salary for retirement. Churchill County contributes 44.00% of an eligible Police Member’s salary for retirement. Retirement benefits are available to employees hired in positions that work 20 hours per week or more on a regular basis. Positions of less than 20 hours per week (or less than 1040 hours in a fiscal year) will receive Social Security contributions and will not be enrolled in PERS.

Deferred Compensation Plans
Employees can also participate in the VOYA 457 deferred compensation plan, which is funded by the employee. This allows the employee to save money in pre-tax dollars toward retirement.

Cafeteria Health Coverage Plan – Full-time employees’ health insurance begins the first of the month after one month of employment. (Employees must work an average 30 or more hours per week on a regular basis to qualify for health insurance coverage.)

The county offers a “Cafeteria” health plan to full-time employees, which allows employees to pick and choose the best health plan for them and their family. The county offers three health plans – a base PPO plan with a $1,500 deductible, a “buy-up” PPO plan with a $750 deductible, and a High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) with a $2,700 deductible and a Health Savings Account (HSA), to which the county contributes $150 per month. In addition, the county also provides the following: a prescription plan, a dental plan, and a vision plan. The county currently contributes 100% of the employee premiums for the base PPO plan and the HDHP, as well as for the prescription, dental, and vision plans. Employees who elect dependent coverage pay 100% of the dependent premiums – employees can elect to have those premiums deducted in pre-tax dollars.

Vacation Leave
Full-time, regular county employees scheduled to work 40 hours per week accrue 8 hours per month of annual (vacation) leave per year. Part-time, regular county employees accrue annual (vacation) leave vacation at a prorated amount depending the number of hours worked. Employees earn additional annual leave hours at 5, 10, 15, and 25 years of service up to a maximum of 240 hours (30 days) per year. While on probation an employee is not granted vacation leave for the first six months; the employee still accrues vacation leave during this time and will be credited with 48 hours of vacation leave after six months of employment in their regular position.

Sick Leave
Full-time, regular county employees scheduled 10 hours of sick leave per month, with no maximum accrual. Part-time, regular employees accrue sick leave at a prorated amount depending the number of hours worked.

Holidays – Regular county employees enjoy 11 paid holidays per calendar year including New Year’s Day, Martin Luther King Day, President’s Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Nevada Day, Veteran’s Day, Thanksgiving Day, Family Day (Friday after Thanksgiving), and Christmas Day. In addition, County employees are entitled to one floating holiday per year, to be used at a time agreed to by the employee and his or her supervisor. (Regular, part-time employees receive prorated holidays based on the number of hours normally worked.)

Tuition Reimbursement
Churchill County values it’s employees and empowers all employees to enhance their skills by taking job-related college courses as well as participating in job related workshops and seminars. To that end, for regular employees the county has a generous Tuition Reimbursement policy for accredited courses, reimbursing up to $1,200 per year in educational expenses.

01

Do you have a Master’s Degree in public health, health care administration, public administration, business administration or a related field?

• Yes
• No

02

If you have a Master’s Degree public health, health care administration, public administration, business administration or a related field, in what field did you earn your degree? If you do not have a Master’s Degree, enter N/A.

03

Do you have a Bachelor’s Degree?

• Yes
• No

04

If you have a Bachelor’s Degree or higher, in what field did you earn your degree? If you do not have a degree, enter N/A.

05

How many years of full-time, management experience in an administrative position in a local, state, or national public health district, program, organization, or agency? (Note: This experience also needs to be reflected in the Experience section of your application.)

• No Experience
• 1 month to 1 year of experience
• 1 to 2 years of experience
• 2 to 3 years of experience
• 4 to 6 years of experience
• More than 6 years of experience

06

How many years of full-time experience do you have instructing, leading, supervising, and delegating work to subordinate staff? (Note: This experience should also be reflected in the Experience section of your application.)

• No Experience
• 1 month to 1 year of experience
• 1 to 2 years of experience
• 2 to 3 years of experience
• 4 to 6 years of experience
• More than 6 years of experience

07

In 300 words or less, describe your experience researching, applying for, and managing grants.

Required Question