Deputy Commissioner of Public Health Services

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125 East Court Street
Ithaca, NY 14850

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In order for County Personnel to determine a candidate's eligibility for a position the applicant must document in writing on the application how they meet the minimum qualifications related to the position.

• Master's degree in Public Health, Health Administration, or related field from a regionally accredited or New York State-registered college or university that demonstrates the core competencies of a public health education (Biostatistics, Environmental Health Sciences, Epidemiology, and Health Policy and Management) AND Five (5) years of administrative experience, two of which must be in a senior supervisory capacity, in a health-related organization or government agency that demonstrates that the candidate possesses the knowledge and skills necessary to administer public health programs including workforce and budget management, effective communication, effective establishment and implementation of policy or business goals, and compliance with legal requirements.
  
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• Bachelor’s degree in Public Health, Health Administration, or related field from a regionally accredited or New York State-registered college or university that demonstrates the core competencies of a public health education (Biostatistics, Environmental Health Sciences, Epidemiology, and Health Policy and Management) AND Seven (7) years of administrative experience, two of which must be in a senior supervisory capacity, in a health-related organization or government agency that demonstrates that the candidate possesses the knowledge and skills necessary to administer public health programs including workforce and budget management, effective communication, effective establishment and implementation of policy or business goals, and compliance with legal requirements OR
• Any combination of training and experience equal to or greater than that described in (a) or (b) above.

NOTE:

This role may be designated as the Public Health Director. All appointments as the Public Health Director and the appointment and arrangements for the medical consultant are subject to the approval of the State Commissioner of Health.

Preference in appointment may be given to those with a Doctoral degree.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

• This role requires the ability to meet travel demands, with or without reasonable accommodation. A valid New York State driver's license is required at the time of appointment, or within 30 days of appointment if in possession of a valid out-of-state driver’s license and license shall be maintained for the duration of employment.
• This position is considered to be a public officer. Pursuant to Article 3 of the NYS Public Officers law, the holder of this position must be a United States citizen and a resident of Tompkins County.
• While this work involves 24/7 on-call responsibilities, Tompkins County supports work-life balance and provides resources to promote employee wellness.

Tompkins County Government centers diversity, equity, and inclusion. We are committed to the empowerment of employees and residents to dismantle systemic barriers that inhibit inclusive governance and the provision of government services to all. Guided by our values of Respect, Accountability, Integrity, Equity, and Stewardship, we strive to build a workplace and community rooted in trust, belonging, and opportunity for all.

Learn more about our Strategic Plan and Institutionalizing Equity Report, which embed equity across our operations.