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ADH PUBLIC HEALTH SECTION CHIEF III

Date:  Oct 28, 2024
Req ID:  44409
Location: 

Little Rock, AR, US, 72205

Category:  AR DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH
Anticipated Starting Salary:  56,038.94

Arkansas Department of Health

4815 W Markham Street

Little Rock, AR  72205

 

Position Number: 22128728

County: Pulaski              City: Little Rock

Posting End Date: 11/08/24 

Division of Health Advancement – Nutrition/WIC

 

*CLASSIFIED AS A SAFETY SENSITIVE POSITION*

 

Additional Preferences: 

 

None

 

Hiring Official:  A. Whitten

Recruitment Contact: Sheila.Smith@arkansas.gov - 501-661-2268



The mission of the Department of Health is to protect and improve the health and well-being of all Arkansans.

Position Information

Class Code: L025C

Grade: GS10

FLSA Status: EXEMPT

Salary Range: $56,039.00 - $89,383.00

Summary

The Arkansas Department of Health (ADH) Public Health Section Chief III is responsible for directing the operations of a public health program section. This position is governed by state and federal laws and agency/institution policy.

Functions

Identifies goals and objectives for programs consistent with state and agency priorities, and state and federal laws, regulations, and policies. Develops future strategic plans for programs, performs cost analyses for grants and programs, forecasts service needs, and directs preparation of section budget. Monitors and assesses existing programs and determines work assignments for program coordinators, supervisors, and professional staff. Cultivates relationships with state, federal, and local officials and community members. Interprets the goals and policies of the ADH section program in meetings, conferences and workgroups. Performs other duties as assigned.

Dimensions

None

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of state and federal laws and regulations, methodology, and practices relating to administering public health programs. Ability to interpret, analyze, and resolve complex administrative and personnel problems. Ability to monitor the effectiveness of public health programs and services. Ability to communicate in oral and written formats. Ability to analyze data, prepare reports, and produce recommendations.

Minimum Qualifications

The formal education equivalent of a bachelor’s degree in public health, public administration or related field; plus five years of experience in public health program operations, including three years in a managerial or supervisory capacity. Additional requirements determined by the agency for recruiting purposes require review and approval by the Office of Personnel Management. OTHER JOB RELATED EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE MAY BE SUBSTITUTED FOR ALL OR PART OF THESE BASIC REQUIREMENTS, EXCEPT FOR CERTIFICATION OR LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS, UPON APPROVAL OF THE QUALIFICATIONS REVIEW COMMITTEE.

Licenses

None

The State of Arkansas is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, citizenship, national origin, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by law.


Nearest Major Market: Little Rock