The Position

The Board of Supervisors has authorized the following future salary increases: 5% on July 1, 2023, 5% on July 1, 2024, and 5% on July 1, 2025.

The Contra Costa County Health Services Department is offering an excellent employment opportunity for qualified individuals interested in the HIV & STD Program Director. The department currently has one (1) vacancy within the Public Health HIV, AIDS, & STD Program located in Martinez, CA.

The HIV & STD Program Director plans, organizes and directs the program activities, administrative duties, and the management of HIV and STD services within the Division. This position will work collaboratively with other programs in the Health Services Division.

The HIV/AIDS & STD Program is dedicated to fostering the development, implementation, and coordination of programs to:

• Reduce the transmission of HIV and STDs.
• Provide comprehensive services for people living with HIV/AIDS (PLWHA).
• Enhance community awareness of HIV/AIDS to increase understanding and compassionate response

We are committed to providing services for PLWHA in our community while reducing stigma of HIV/AIDS.

We are looking for someone who is:

• A creative problem solver who can address both urgent, new challenges as well as long-lasting ones
• Able to work effectively during challenging situations and remain calm and diplomatic
• Supportive of staff and provides appropriate training, guidance, delegation, and coaching
• Able to communicate relevant changes and updates of information related to the scope of work to internal and external partners
• Skillful at maximizing program effectiveness through strategic vision, planning and partnership

What you will typically be responsible for:

• Providing leadership and strategic thinking to guide program goals, objectives and organization to improve community health outcomes
• Program planning, organizing, and directing the activities and HIV/STD staff conducting HIV/STD surveillance, case management, and prevention, education and testing services
• Serving as a technical expert and liaison with local health care providers and health department staff
• Training, supervising, and instructing program staff
• Representing Contra Costa on regional and state committees, work groups and task forces
• Evaluating staff performance

A few reasons you might love this job:

• You will be part of a dynamic and dedicated team working to improve health outcomes and empower local communities
• You will be part of a culture that encourages growth and innovation
• There are unique opportunities to collaborate with external and internal partners
• You will help develop innovative program services to meet evolving community needs and engage in quality improvement efforts to enhance current service delivery

A few challenges you might face in this job:

• Demands and needs of the program can change rapidly
• Work can be time-sensitive and stressful at times
• Navigating the county structure can take time to learn

Competencies Required:

• Analyzing & Interpreting Data: Drawing meaning and conclusions from quantitative or qualitative data
• Delivering Results: Meeting organizational goals and customer expectations and making decisions that produce high-quality results by applying technical knowledge, analyzing problems, and calculating risks
• Innovative Problem Solving: Identifying and analyzing problems in order to propose new ways to do business
• Professional & Technical Expertise: Applying technical subject matter to the job
• Displaying Ownership and Accountability: Holding self and others accountable for measurable high-quality, timely, and cost-effective results
• Informing: Proactively obtaining and sharing information
• Building & Maintaining Relationships: Establishing rapport and maintaining mutually productive relationships
• Involving Others (Engaging Teams): Engaging others for input, contribution, and shared responsibility for outcomes
• Valuing Diversity: Appreciating the benefits of varied backgrounds and cultures in the workplace
• Visionary Leadership: Taking a long-term view and building a shared vision with others; acting as a catalyst for organizational change
• Allocating Resources: Prioritizing the use of fiscal and material resources to maximize organizational effectiveness
• Strategic Thinking & Perspective: Evaluating immediate actions in context of achieving long range objective

To read the complete job description, please visit the website: https://www.cccounty.us/hr.

The eligible list established from this recruitment may remain in effect for six (6) months.

Minimum Qualifications

License Required: Possession of a valid California Motor Vehicle Operator's License. Out of state valid Motor Vehicle Operator's License will be accepted during the application process

Education: Possession of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with a major in public health, health services administration, health education, social services, or a closely related field.

Experience: Four (4) years of full time experience, or its equivalent, working in a public health, health care, or community setting with a primary focus on communicable disease prevention and/or control/investigative activities, three (3) years must have included administrative supervision of health care professionals.

Substitution for experience: Possession of a Master's degree from an accredited college or university with a major in public health, health services administration, public administration or a closely related field may be substituted for one (1) year of the required experience.

Desirable Qualifications

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  Experience and knowledge with program planning, implementation, and management of HIV and STD services
• Experience with Federal and State grant management
• Experience managing multi-disciplinary teams
• Experience conducting quality improvement activities within a public health program

Selection Process

• Application Filing and Evaluation: All applicants will be required to complete a supplemental questionnaire at the time of application. Applications will be evaluated to determine which candidates will move forward in the next phase of the recruitment process.
• Virtual Oral Assessment: Candidates who possess the minimum qualifications will be invited to participate in an online video assessment. The assessment will measure candidates' competencies as they relate to the job. In the assessment, candidates must achieve an average passing score of 70% or higher on each of the competencies, as well as an overall passing score of 70% or higher. These may include, but are not limited to: Critical Thinking, Decision Making, Self-Management, Building & Maintaining Relationships, and Customer Focus (Weighted 100%).

The Virtual Oral Assessment is tentatively scheduled to take place via computer (remotely) during the week of February 27, 2023

The virtual oral assessment will be administered remotely using a computer or mobile device such as a tablet or smartphone. You will need access to a reliable internet connection to take the assessment, as well as a computer or mobile device with a camera.

The Human Resources Department may change the examination steps noted above in accordance with the Personnel Management Regulations and accepted selection practices.

For recruitment questions, please contact Health Services Personnel, Recruitment Team at Exams@cchealth.org . For any technical issues, please contact the GovernmentJobs’ applicant support team for assistance at +1-855-524-5627.