Leadership for Healthy People and Communities

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04/24/2025

Deputy Health Commissioner

Miami County Public Health

Deputy Health Commissioner

 

DIVISION: Administration

POSITION: Unclassified, exempt                   

HOURS: 40 hours per week, Monday – Friday 7:30 am – 4:00 pm; some weekend and evening hours  

SALARY: Range is $32.65 - $56.22 per hour commensurate with experience and skills

 

OUR TEAM

At Miami County Public Health (MCPH), our mission is to prevent illness, promote healthy lifestyles, and protect every person who spends time in our community.  We are a leader and partner in public health that engages, educates, and empowers community members to reach their full potential.  We strive to make Miami County a healthy and safe place to be and value compassion, dedication, transparency, and public awareness.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

THE PERSON CHOSEN FOR THIS POSITION WILL ASSUME THE ROLE OF THE HEALTH COMMISSIONER UPON RETIREMENT OF THE CURRENT HEALTH COMMISSIONER BEGINNING FEBRUARY 2028.

Under the general direction of the Health Commissioner:

• Assists in the administration and oversite of public health programs and day-to-day management of the Health District.
• Plans, directs, supervises, manages, and oversees the activities and operations of all divisions (Phased in).
• Assists in directing the health district, does not carry full powers, duties, and responsibilities relating to public health, but may act in the absence of the Health Commissioner.

• Provides leadership, management and public health policy oversight, consultation and/or enforcement of public health rules and regulations for a variety of public health programs and services as assigned by the Health Commissioner.
• Responsible for guiding overall strategic planning of agency, meeting agency performance measures and providing overall leadership of the agency.  

• Participates in activities to ensure and maintain accreditation status.

• Completes employee evaluations as assigned.

 

QUALIFICATIONS:

Required:

• Licensed physician, dentist, veterinarian, podiatrist, or chiropractor in the State of Ohio, or the holder of a master’s degree in public health or an equivalent master’s degree in a related health field as determined by the Board of Health (ORC 3709.11).
• System (NIMS)/Incident Command System (ICS) 100, 200, 300, 400, 700 and 800 within one (1) year of appointment. 
• Minimum of five (5) years’ experience in multi-disciplinary teams desired, preferably in public health, or an equivalent combination of training, education, and experience
• Must possess a valid Ohio driver’s license and maintain a driving record that meets the insurability requirements of the agency's insurance provider
• If already licensed or certified as a Registered Environmental Health Specialist, Nurse, Dietician, Social Work or other relevant license or certification, that license/certification must be maintained
• Must be able to pass a background check

Preferred:

• Training in Performance Management
• Minimum of 3 years supervision or management experience in public health or similar field.  Preference will be given to individuals with education, training, or experience in public health. 

 

BENEFITS:

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Health Saving Account option
• Agency provided telemedicine for employee and family members
• Wellness Program
• Agency provided life insurance with the option of additional coverage
• Paid time off, vacation and sick leave
• 13 paid holidays
• 40-hour week
• Work phone offered or phone allowance.
• Ohio Public Employee Retirement System
• Optional Deferred Compensation Program
• Paid professional membership, trainings, and conferences  

If you would like to be a part of our team, please submit a cover letter, resume’, and application to:   dpropes@miamicountyhealth.net

Application can be downloaded at:  https://www.miamicountyhealth.net/employment-opportunities

Posted 4/23/2025; Posting Ends: Until Filled, First Review 5/2/2025.

Miami County Public Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, religion, age disability or military status in employment or the provision of services. Our agency is committed to the recruitment of diverse individuals who can offer different talents and perspectives to assist us in accomplishing our agency’s mission, vision, and fulfillment of the five core commitments.

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