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Polk County Government, county-seat Columbus, North Carolina is presently accepting applications for a full-time Population Health Manager in it’s Public Health department. Polk County’s Public Health department is part of the Health and Human Services Agency.

Polk County Government offers a $1,000.00 sign-on bonus for all full-time and part-time regular new hires.

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General Statement of Duties

Plans, and organizes the operations of Polk County’s Health & Human Services Agency Division of Public Health Services in accordance with the policies and procedures adopted by the Health & Human Services Agency Board and associated committees.

Distinguishing Features of the Position

This position is responsible for the coordination and supervision of all population health programs, activities and staff at centers. Incumbents are expected to provide leadership and training to both staff and volunteers, to actively participate in program planning and development and to supervise the day-to-day operations and activities. The position is responsible for monitoring the division’s budget and expenses, as well as monitoring the physical/environmental standards of the facilities. This position requires experience in fundraising, grant experience, and government expenditures/reimbursement. This position reports to the HHSA director and will be required to submit regular reports and maintain accurate records. This position typically directly supervises the Public Health Nurse, WIC Supervisor, Senior Services Coordinator, and Environmental Health Supervisor. The position is also responsible for preparedness, community health services, and accreditation.

Minimum Requirements and Experience

v BS Human Services, Nursing or Public Health, Administration, and (3) three years of health and human services experience planning and managing programs and staff; or

v MA/MS in administration, nursing, public health discipline, education, healthcare or other closely related field from an accredited institution with (1) one year of health and human services experience planning and managing programs and staff.

v One to three years of health and human services experience planning and managing programs and staff, depending on education level.

v Successful pre-employment drug screen.

v Successful criminal Background check.

Preferred

v Experience in community service work in the human service field, education, public health, or healthcare.

v Experience with direct client coaching/support/counseling.

v Experience working with non-profits and government organizations.

v Working knowledge of Polk County and/or Western North Carolina.

v Grant Experience, development and/or implementation.

Physical Requirements

The ability to perform all duties associated with the position including, but not limited to lifting, prolonged standing, driving, sitting, bending, stooping, and operating or performing work with associated tools and machines.

Polk County Government is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.
Polk County recognizes that its continued success in meeting the needs of its citizens requires the full and active participation of talented and committed individuals, regardless of their sex, age, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, political affiliation, sexual orientation or gender expression. It is the policy of the County to foster, maintain and promote equal employment opportunity by the use of a consistent recruitment program, and to identify and attract the most qualified applicants for employment with the County. This policy is to be achieved by announcing positions and vacancies, by evaluating all applicants using the same criteria, and by applying testing methods through the local job service office, or other agencies providing job information to the public.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $63,391.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Loan forgiveness
• Paid time off
• Prescription drug insurance
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Medical specialties:

• Public Health

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Work Location: In person