County of Sonoma

Santa Rosa, CA

Deputy Public Health Officer

Salary: $256,152.24 - $311,356.56 Annually

The Department of Health Services seeks a community-focused Deputy Public Health Officer to join the County of Sonoma! 

PLEASE NOTE: The Deputy Public Health Officer position requires possession of a valid Physician's and Surgeon's Certificate issued by the State of California.

About the Position

The County of Sonoma Department of Health Services seeks a public health professional to join our leadership team as a Deputy Public Health Officer. This position will report directly to the Public Health Division Director while also working under the guidance and direction of the County Health Officer. This position oversees public health-related functions with a specific focus on Special Clinical Services and the Public Health Laboratory.

Responsibilities include: 

•   Collaborating with the Public Health Division Director and the Health Officer to develop and implement policies, procedures, and public health orders

•   Leading the response to urgent public health threats, including epidemics, hazards, and public health emergencies by coordinating resources and implementing effective protocols and communication strategies

•   Directly supervising personnel including the Public Health Laboratory Director and Clinical Services Program Managers

•   Collaborating with Section Managers and the Public Health Division Director to review budgets and ensure resources are allocated efficiently and effectively across various public health units

•   Establishing and maintaining collaborative relationships with community groups, medical professionals, and other stakeholders to evaluate public health needs and recommend cost-effective solutions

•   Representing the Department of Health Services on various boards and committees, advocating for public health interests while collaborating on key initiatives aimed at improving community health outcomes

•   Participating in professional gatherings including conferences, workshops, and task forces, to stay informed on emerging trends and foster cross-sector collaboration

•   In the absence of the Health Officer, serve as the Interim Health Officer, ensuring continuity in decision-making and assuming full responsibilities of the Health Officer 

What We Offer

These are some of the excellent benefits the County offers:

•  Paid Time Off: Competitive vacation accrual and sick leave accruals; additional management leave annually; 12 paid holidays, and an additional 8 floating holiday hours per year; and may be eligible for up to 8 weeks (320 hours) of Paid Parental Leave after 12 months of County employment.

•  Health Plan: Choose from nine health plans (three HMOs, three deductible HMOs, and three HSA-qualifying plans) with a generous County contribution to the premium (the contribution amount varies by bargaining unit). For more information, please see the appropriate MOU.

 •  Retirement: Fully integrated with Social Security. For more information regarding eligibility, retirement contributions, and reciprocity with prior public service, please visit https://scretire.org/active-/-deferred/when-you-are-hired.

 •  IRS 457 Plan: Pre-tax employee contribution up to the IRS annual maximum.

 •  Retiree Medical: County contribution to a Health Reimbursement Arrangement to help fund post-retirement employee health insurance/benefits.

•  Student Loan Debt Relief: County employees may be eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness through the U.S. Department of Education.

•  Plus excellent dental, vision, disability, life insurance, professional development, and more.

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*Salary is negotiable within the established range for the position and benefits described herein do not represent a contract and may be changed without notice. For more information, including minimum qualifications, & to apply, visit www. yourpath2sonomacounty.org or call 707-565-2331. The County of Sonoma is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and are committed to having a workforce that is representative of the communities we serve.