Deputy Public Health Director
Job ID: 108135
Location: Oregon City, Oregon
Full/Part Time: Full Time
Regular/Temporary:Regular
CLACKAMAS COUNTY CORE VALUES
Clackamas County employees work to serve the public and enrich our community. In that spirit, we pledge to hold ourselves to these standards at all times in our interactions with customers and one another:
• Service
• Professionalism
• Integrity
• Respect
• Individual accountability
• Trust
By incorporating these values into our daily routines, we can better serve our customers, ourselves and our projects. We're always looking to improve. That's the Clackamas County SPIRIT.
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Clackamas County is committed to building a community where people thrive, have a sense of safety, connection, and belonging, so that everyone is honored and celebrated for the richness in diversity they bring.
We encourage applicants of diverse backgrounds and lived experience to apply.
CLOSE DATE
This Job Posting closes at 11:59 p.m. (Pacific Time) on January 19, 2026.
PAY AND BENEFITS
Annual Pay Range: $122,292.83 - $165,095.97
Hourly Pay Range: $58.794629 - $79.373063
Salary offers will be made within the posted pay range and will be based on a candidate's experience (paid or unpaid) that is directly relevant to the position.
Clackamas County proudly offers an attractive compensation and benefits package, including competitive wages, cost-of-living adjustments, merit increases (for eligible employees), and a robust sick and vacation plan for regular status employees.
We encourage and support employee health and wellness by offering, health and wellness classes and events, and alternative care benefits, so you can customize your wellness needs to fit your lifestyle.
Employee benefits become effective the first of the month following an employee's date of hire.
Attractive benefits package and incentives for employees in regular status positions are detailed below.
Generous paid time off package, including:
• 16 hours of vacation accrual per month
• Eligible newly hired employees will have the one-time option to frontload their first year of vacation accruals in compliance with http://dochub.clackamas.us/documents/drupal/a51ff5d3-d243-49ba-aa11-15324f4c0bf8! This means you have access to vacation time at time of hire.
• 8 hours of sick accrual per month
• 10 paid holidays and 1 personal day per year
Other Benefits:
• Membership in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)/Oregon Public Service Retirement Plan (OPSRP):
• Employer-paid 6% PERS retirement contribution (The county currently pays the employee's share of the retirement contribution.)
• OPSRP members get vested after five years of contributions or when they reach age 65
• A Choice of Medical Plans that include chiropractic coverage, alternative care, vision, and prescription drug coverage
• A Choice of Dental Plans
• Robust EAP and wellness programs, including gym discounts and wellness education classes
• Longevity pay
• Other retirement Savings Options that allow for additional retirement funds savings, including an option to contribute a portion of employee earnings on a pre or post-tax basis to a 457b Deferred Compensation Plan
• A variety of additional optional benefits (see links below for additional information)
This is a full time non-represented group 2 County position
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JOB DETAILS AND QUALIFICATIONS
Clackamas County Public Health is seeking a Deputy Public Health Director (classified as H3S Division Manager, Senior).
The Deputy Public Health Director serves as the operational leader for the Clackamas County Public Health Division in carrying out its mission to protect and promote the community's health by advancing health equity, strengthening partnerships, and establishing culturally responsive systems. The Deputy acts under the Public Health Director, providing advice and serving in their absence, and is a member of the division's senior leadership team. The position works across departments, divisions, program areas and services to identify areas for collaboration, efficiencies, and the effective use of resources in coordination with internal and external partners.
Required Minimum Qualifications/ Transferrable Skills:*
• A minimum of eight (8) years of relevant experience in planning, implementing, and coordinating the provision of public health service delivery within various foundational public health programs and capacities.
• A minimum of three (3) years of lead or supervisory experience in a public or private organization related to public health. This includes demonstrated experience leading day-to-day operations and improving systems, processes, and workflows across multiple program areas.
• Experience promoting a culturally competent and diverse work environment that embraces differences of opinion; supports various work styles; and elevates alternative thinking, and innovation.
• Experience with community-based approaches that elevate practice-based & evidence-based practices to eliminate health disparities.
• Experience navigating systems that require input from internal & external stakeholders, including ability to build and maintain relationships with partners from various sectors.
• Must be available to participate in after-hours emergency and communicable disease on-call support when needed.
Preferred Special Qualifications/ Transferrable Skills:
• Graduate degree in public health, community health, or public administration.
• Well-versed in principles and practices of social justice, health equity, authentic leadership, and transformational leadership, or willingness to engage in these critical approaches.
• Demonstrated experience ensuring environmental justice in the design, implementation and evaluation of programs and policies.
• Experienced in developing and delivering presentations to community leaders, decision makers and/or elected officials.
• Ability to remain flexible and support staff in evolving or ambiguous situations. This includes monitoring staff workloads, work-life harmony, and well-being.
• Demonstrated experience building and maintaining strong internal and external relationships using emotional intelligence, trauma-informed solutions, or another person-centered leadership style.
• Ability to assess community readiness for policy or system change.
Pre-Employment Requirements:
• Must pass a criminal history check which may include national or state fingerprint records check
• Driving is required for County business on a regular basis or to accomplish work. Incumbents must possess a valid driver's license, and possess and maintain an acceptable driving record throughout the course of employment. http://dochub.clackamas.us/documents/drupal/828106a0-265a-47cc-a3a6-0a2c8b028673
*For Veterans qualified for Veteran's Preference: If you believe you have skills that would transfer well to this position and/or special qualifications that relate to this position, please list those skills and/or qualifications in the open-ended question at the end of the application and explain how those skills and/or qualifications relate to this position.
TYPICAL TASKS
Duties may include but are not limited to the following:
1. On behalf of the Division Director, oversees the administration of department and division programs and activities, program budgeting; oversees and prepares materials, reports and supporting documents; develops systems and controls to improve quality of business processes and performance.
2. Participates as a part of the executive management team in developing strategies and goals; develops and implements strategic plans and community engagement activities; helps build and design all operations and services in alignment with trauma-informed care practices.
3. Supports the development of annual budgets; provides direction to Division Finance Team on managing program budgets; recommends budget proposals to Division Director and H3S executive management; researches alternative funding sources including preparing and/or approving grant proposals.
4. Oversees the development of annual reports; presents reports to division and department director, federal agencies, and the Board of Commissioners; reviews and evaluates performance of programs; ensures quality assurance and service delivery.
5. Hires and directs division management staff to provide quality service to community members and staff; prepares performance evaluations; recommends and administers progressive discipline; conducts and/or facilitates staff training and development programs; promotes cooperative team efforts among staff and with other County departments; enforces a safe workplace and establishes a constant flow of communication among staff.
6. Assists in the development, planning, and implementation of new and revised policies related to the Department and Division goals and objectives; responds to service needs; establishes goals and objectives and supervises the preparation of annual plans; ensures compliance with Federal and State statutes, rules, and regulations in all areas of housing.
7. Oversees and assists in the development of the Division's annual plan, and other required documents that require policies and procedures in alignment with Federal, State, County, and other requirements.
8. Represents the division to public and private agencies and groups; makes presentations before commissions, boards, and the public; responds to citizen, tenant, city and landlord concerns regarding program operations on behalf of the H3S Division Director; coordinates division work efforts and objectives with other county departments or divisions. 9. Assists in the ongoing planning and implementation of regional programs; ensures programs are implemented in accordance with Board approved plans while leading with equity.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS
Comprehensive knowledge of: Principles, practices, methods and techniques of public administration, personnel management and budget/grant/contract administration; participative management theories; principles, methods, practices, and procedures of assigned program areas; applicable federal, state and local statutes, rules and regulations; state and local government operating methods and procedures; funding sources and financing methods for programs and support needs of low and moderate income people.
Skill to: Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; prepare and deliver oral presentations to public and private groups; develop and implement operational and administrative policies; prepare and justify budget requests and grant proposals; interpret and apply pertinent Federal, State and local statutes, rules and regulations; organize, direct, train, and evaluate management, professional, technical and administrative staff; direct staff in continuous efforts to improve quality productivity and effectiveness; incorporate team participation in decision making; respond to changes desired by citizens and staff; establish and maintain accounting and budgetary control procedures; establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with outside agencies, elected officials, employees and the public.
WORK SCHEDULE
This position is included in the County's alternate workweek program, working 40 hours during a standard workweek of Monday through Thursday (Fridays off).
Specific hours of work will be discussed with the candidate selected for this position at the time an offer of employment is extended.
This position is eligible for hybrid on-site/telework subject to the https://dochub.clackamas.us/documents/drupal/9065b5fb-2237-47ce-9534-e7c8c40fc2bc and based on the Department's business needs. The exact amount of on-site/telework and schedule will be discussed with the hiring manager during time of offer. Telework locations cannot be located outside of Oregon or Washington. Washington residents must perform 50% of their time on-site at Clackamas County.
EXPLORE CLACKAMAS COUNTY
Clackamas County is in a prime location in the Portland, Oregon metropolitan area and is recognized nationally as one of the most livable areas in the United States. Located on the southern edge of the City of Portland and extending to the top of Mt. Hood, Clackamas County is part of a thriving region in the Northwest. It has a population of about 420,000 residents.
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ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT
The health of a community is a key indicator about its quality of life. At Clackamas County Public Health, we are committed to improving the quality of life in Clackamas County by offering services and engaging in activities that protect and promote the health of its residents.
Public Health's Mission
Promote and assist individuals, families & communities to be healthy, safe and thrive. By working with our communities, Public Health assures conditions that:
Prevent injury & disease
Promote health
Protect food, water & air
Prepare for emergencies
Public Health is a Division of the Health, Housing, and Human Services (H3S) Department.
http://www.clackamas.us/publichealth/
Public Health is a Division of the http://www.clackamas.us/h3s/
Health, Housing, and Human Services (H3S) consists of six divisions, dedicated to ensuring health families and strong communities in Clackamas County.
Mission Statement: We lead and learn with equity in serving individuals, families, and communities by providing access to high quality healthcare, housing, and services that strengthen social and economic resilience.
Vision Statement: Individuals, families, and communities are resilient and thriving.
H3S is committed to improving programs and ensuring better outcomes for the people served, and focuses on the following goals:
• EMPOWERED AND THRIVING STAFF - H3S staff are empowered, engaged and have a sense of belonging while being valued and supported to thrive.
• EQUITY DRIVEN SERVICES - H3S promotes and provides accessible, equitable and culturally responsive services.
• ORGANIZATIONAL EXCELLENCE & CONTINUOUS QUALITY IMPROVEMENT - H3S operates consistently, efficiently and effectively as a cohesive department, using our individual and collective skills and expertise.
APPLICATION PROCESS
Clackamas County only accepts online applications.
Help With Your Application:
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https://www.clackamas.us/jobs#helpwiththeapplication
If you have any questions or issues you may contact the Department of Human Resources at 503-655-8459 or mailto:jobs@co.clackamas.or.us?subject=Application%20Materials%20Question. Our office hours are Monday - Thursday 7:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. Pacific Time (closed on Fridays).
HOW TO CLAIM VETERAN'S PREFERENCE
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VISA SPONSORSHIP
Clackamas County does not offer visa sponsorships. Once a job applicant has accepted a position, they will be required to complete an I-9 and confirm authorization to work in the United States prior to their first day.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
Clackamas County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion as essential elements that create and foster a welcoming workplace. All qualified persons will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, political affiliation, disability or any other factor unrelated to the essential functions of the job.
If you wish to identify yourself as a qualified person with a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act and would like to request an accommodation, please address the request to the Department of Human Resources prior to the recruitment close date. You may request an accommodation during the online application process.
RECRUITING QUESTIONS?
Lindsay White, Recruiter
mailto:lindsaywhi@clackamas.us?subject=RECRUITMENT%20QUESTIONS
To apply, visit https://apptrkr.com/6837189
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