HEALTH BOARD DIRECTOR I

Position Information

Job Summary

The Health Board Director I is responsible for managing the operations of a small to medium size, specialized health regulatory board. This position ensures that board policies, licensure functions, administrative procedures, and compliance activities are executed in accordance with Arkansas state law and departmental guidelines.

Primary Responsibilities

Direct the daily operations of a small state health board, including licensure processing, rulemaking coordination, board meeting facilitation, and regulatory compliance. Develop, implement, and oversee policies, procedures, and administrative rules in accordance with state statutes and ADH policy. Manage the board’s budget, monitor expenditures, and prepare financial reports in compliance with state accounting procedures. Coordinate and publish meeting notices, prepare agendas, document board actions, and ensure transparency in accordance with the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act (FOIA). Review, process, and verify licensing and renewal applications to ensure eligibility, completeness, and accuracy. Serve as a liaison between the board, the public, licensees, legal counsel, and other governmental entities. Conduct preliminary reviews of complaints, disciplinary cases, and compliance concerns, and assist in investigative coordination with legal or enforcement staff when necessary. Prepare reports, correspondence, and statistical summaries related to board activities, licensing data, or enforcement actions. Ensure timely updates to public-facing information, such as board websites, directories, and notifications. Maintain the confidentiality and security of personal data and sensitive regulatory records.

Knowledge and Skills

Strong understanding of state regulatory practices, public board operations, and administrative procedures. Experience with licensure or credentialing systems, case management, or board governance preferred. Comfortable working with standard office software (e.g., Microsoft Office Suite) and state databases or recordkeeping systems. Proficient in data management, budgeting, and reporting within a public-sector framework.

Minimum Qualifications

A high school diploma is required. A high school diploma is required, plus one year of progressive experience in administrative management field, including one year in a supervisory capacity.

Licensure/Certifications

Licensure in a specific profession may be required if designated by the relevant health board. If applicable, must be licensed and in good standing in the relevant profession in the State of Arkansas. 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.