JOB REQUIREMENTS: WHO WE ARE: The Wood County Health Department has great passion for helping the members of our community. As an employer, we strive to provide a work environment where diversity and differing opinions are valued, creativity is encouraged, continuous learning and improvement are fostered, teamwork and open/honest communication are encouraged, and meeting customer needs through quality services is a shared goal across all departments. WHAT WE OFFER: In addition to who we are, Wood County team members are offered competitive salaries, flexible schedules, and excellent benefits including: *Health Insurance - we offer low premiums and low deductibles, with excellent coverage! *Dental Insurance *Vision Insurance *Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS) - This is one of the best-funded public pension plans in the U.S.! *457 deferred compensation plan *On-Site Training and Continuing Education Credits *Vacation and Sick Time - Start accruing for both on your first day! *Paid Holidays *Call Time *Flexible Spending Account to set aside pre-tax dollars for childcare and medical expenses *Life Insurance *Short and Long-Term Disability *Wellness Incentive Plan *Public Student Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program Purpose of Position Engages internal and external public health stakeholders in the development, maintenance, execution and evaluation of various departmental plans that address the health needs of our community and enhances operational processes of the department. Promotes individual and population health by leading community health planning initiatives. This includes facilitating and developing a community health assessment in collaboration with other department staff, hospital systems, community stakeholders, elected officials, community members and other agencies and organizations. Also includes implementation and evaluation of the community health improvement plan. This position seeks out revenue sources and conducts frequent and ongoing grant applications to support efforts to address public health priorities. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Public Health Sciences 1. Develops and implements timelines and master planning for community health assessment and planning activities in order to assure the department\'s certification as a level III health department in Wisconsin and to comply with National Voluntary Public Health Accreditation Standards. 2. Facilitates and implements assessment and planning, including selecting the framework for this process. 3. Understands and articulates the Foundational Public Health Services. 4. Applies public health sciences to programs and policies. 5. When determining goals, objectives, and strategies, conducts a comprehensive review of the scientific evidence related to the public issue, concern, or intervention. Community Dimensions of Practice 6. Develops and implements a process that assures the active involvement of community members and stakeholders in the community health assessment and planning process. 7. Leads the design and application of community health improvement strategies with community partners, members, and stakeholders. 8. Collaborates with academic partners on sanctioned research and demonstration projects that seek to improve the health of communities and determine new ways to address health issues. 9. Negotiates for the use of community assets and resources. 10. Facilitates development and provides leadership of community workgroups and committees related to community health assessment, prioritization, planning, implementation, and evaluation. 11. Provides training and orientation to staff, students, interns, and contracted staff. Please visit https://careers.woodcountywi.gov/ for complete list of duties and responsibilities. ***** OTHER EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS: -Five years progressively responsible experience, or any combination of education and experience that provides equiva ent knowledge, skills, and abilities. -Grant writing training and experience and knowledge of successful techniques for grant writing required. -This position may require travel to and from off-campus sites. Individual may use personal vehicle or other means of reliable transportation. ***** APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online: https://careers.woodcountywi.gov/