Opening Date:  Mar 24, 2025   Closing Date:  Apr 7, 2025 Full-time  Shift Start Time:  8:00 A.M.   Shift End Time:  4:30 P.M.

Collective Bargaining Unit:  None Posting Salary:  MIN $178,921 MAX $220,906

Organization:  Health and Hospital Systems

Applicants may apply for this position by submitting a resume/ CV to the following email address: mgmtrecruit@cookcountyhhs.org

When submitting a resume/CV by email, you must include the job title and posting number 00136555 in the subject line of your email.   An application or resume/CV must be filed for each position which interests you.

This position is exempt from Career Service under the CCH Personnel Rules.

Job Summary

Under the general direction of the Chief Operating Officer for Public Health, the Senior Director of Community Health manages a portfolio of units, programs, and initiatives in the Cook County Department of Public Health (CCDPH) Division of Community Health. The Senior Director is responsible for providing strategic direction, administrative oversight and fostering connections internally and externally to advance health equity across suburban Cook County.

General Administrative Responsibilities

Collective Bargaining

• Review applicable Collective Bargaining Agreements and consult with Labor Relations to generate management proposals
• Participate in collective bargaining negotiations, caucus discussions and working meetings

Discipline

• Document, recommend and effectuate discipline at all levels
• Work closely with labor relations and/or labor counsel to effectuate and enforce applicable Collective Bargaining Agreements
• Initiate, authorize and complete disciplinary action pursuant to CCH system rules, policies, procedures and provision of applicable collective bargaining agreements

Supervision

• Direct and effectuate CCH management policies and practices
• Access and proficiently navigate CCH records system to obtain and review information necessary to execute provisions of applicable collective bargaining agreements

Management

• Contribute to the management of CCH staff and CCH’ systemic development and success
• Discuss and develop CCH system policies and procedures
• Consistently use independent judgment to identify operational staffing issues and needs and perform the following functions as necessary; hire, transfer, suspend, layoff, recall, promote, discharge, assign, direct or discipline employees pursuant to applicable Collective Bargaining Agreements
• Work with Labor Relations to discern past practice when necessary

Typical Duties

• Directs and oversees of the Division of Community Health, including management of unit leaders and staff, grant oversight, and community health improvement planning.
• Identifies gaps in the local public health system and assists the department in the development or realignment of public health strategies. 
• Guides the strategic planning, implementation, and evaluation of public health activities related to community health planning, community engagement, health education, community health programs, and community epidemiology.
• Develops and maintains strategic partnerships to support community health planning and community engagement.
• Maintains a comprehensive, over-arching view of the CCDPH’s strategies and activities, ensuring division alignment, seamless collaboration, and promoting integration within division and across Cook County Health. 
• Cultivates and supports linkages or partnerships with other major sectors and key stakeholders in public, nonprofit and private entities to increase awareness, drive action, and ensure accountability in efforts to promote health and wellness, and address health inequities. 
• Facilitates collaboration, coordination, and integration of initiatives, programs, and activities within CCDPH and across other key stakeholders and sectors.  
• Represents the agency at public events, conferences, and in the media on Community Health related issues. 
• Mobilizes resources to meet Community Health needs, including applying for local, state, and federal grants. 
• Ensures consistent administrative, financial, and staff support necessary to sustain successful implementation of planned activities and future opportunities. 
• Articulates the impact of social and structural determinants of health as drivers of health inequities.
• Identifies opportunities for organizational and staff development to support system improvement and workforce development.
• Serves as CCDPH’s liaison with local, state and national organizations on matters involving community health and represent the Department on advisory boards, work groups, taskforce and consortia for related initiatives. 
• Supports agency activities related to Illinois Department of Public Health certification and public health accreditation through the national Public Health Accreditation Board (PHAB). 
• Participates in and leads quality improvement processes for the Division. 
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Reporting Relationship

Reports to the Chief Operating Officer for Public Health

Minimum Qualifications

• Doctoral degree from an accredited college or university and five (5) years of experience in public health OR Master’s degree from an accredited college or university and seven (7) years of experience in public health
• Five (5) years of supervisory and/or management experience
• Possession of a valid driver's license and access to an insured vehicle
• Must be available for "on-call" duty as required

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Other Characteristics

• Requires knowledge of the field of assignment and physical ability sufficient to perform thoroughly and accurately the full scope of responsibility as illustrated by example in the above job description.
• Knowledge of Illinois State public health laws and regulations; Cook County Department of Public Health regulations; current principles of public health practice and
• Knowledge of organizational, administrative and management principles and practices; supervisory techniques; resource allocation; and planning and
• Ability to deal effectively with a variety of governmental and community officials and maintain cooperative working relationships with federal, state and local officials and
• Ability to research, compile and analyze comprehensive reports and statistical
• Ability to read, interpret, and apply related public health laws and
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in
• Ability to make sound discretionary
• Ability to work well under pressure.
• Ability to represent CCDPH with tact and
• Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary

Physical and Environmental Demands

This position is functioning within a healthcare environment.  The incumbent is responsible for adherence to all hospital and department specific safety requirements.  This includes but is not limited to the following policies and procedures:  complying with Personal Protective Equipment requirements, hand washing and sanitizing practices, complying with department specific engineering and work practice controls and any other work area safety precautions as specified by hospital wide policy and departmental procedures.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of the personnel so classified.

For purposes of the American with Disabilities Act, “Typical Duties” are essential job functions.

BENEFITS PACKAGE

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Basic Term Life Insurance
• Pension Plan and Deferred Compensation Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Sick Time
• You may also qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF)

For further information on our excellent benefits package, please click on the following link: http://www.cookcountyrisk.com/

To receive Veteran Preference, appropriate discharge papers must be attached to the online application or must be included with your emailed resume/CV.  Please refer to Veteran Preference document requirements listed on the bottom of this posting.

VETERAN PREFERENCE

PLEASE READ

When applying for employment with Cook County Health, preference is given to honorably discharged Veterans who have served in the Armed Forces of the United States for not less than 6 months of continuous service

To take advantage of this preference a Veteran must:

• Meet the minimum qualifications for the position.
• Identify self as a Veteran on the employment application by answering yes to the question by answering yes to the question, “Are you a Military Veteran?”
• Attach a copy of their DD 214, DD 215 or NGB 22 (Notice of Separation at time of application filing.  Please note:  If you have multiple DD214s, 215s, or NGB 22S, Please submit the one with the latest date.  Coast Guard must submit a certified copy of the military separation from either the Department of Transportation (Before 9/11) or the Department of Homeland Security (After 9/11). Discharge papers must list and Honorable Discharge Status.  Discharge papers not listing an Honorable Discharge Status are not acceptable

OR

A copy of a valid State ID Card or Driver’s License which identifies the holder of the ID as a Veteran, may also be attached to the application at time of filing.

If items are not attached, you will not be eligible for Veteran Preference

VETERANS MUST PROVIDE ORIGINAL APPLICABLE DISCHARGE PAPERS OR APPLICABLE STATE ID CARD OR DRIVER’S LICENSE AT TIME OF INTERVIEW.

MUST MEET ALL REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AT TIME OF APPLICATION FILING.

“Degrees awarded outside of the United States with the exception of those awarded in one of the United States’ territories and Canada muse be credentialed by an approved U.S. credential evaluation service belongings to the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or the Association of International Credential Evaluators (AICE). Original credentialing documents must be presented at time of interview”.

*Please note all offers of Employment are contingent upon the following conditions: satisfactory professional & employment references, healthcare and criminal background checks, appropriate licensure/certifications and the successful completion of a physical and pre-employment drug screen.

*CCH is strictly prohibited from conditioning, basing or knowingly prejudicing or affecting any term or aspect of County employment or hiring upon or because of any political reason or factor.

COOK COUNTY HEALTH IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.

About Cook County Department of Public Health (CCDPH) Division of Community Health

ABOUT COOK COUNTY HEALTH (CCH)The Cook County Health’s mission is to deliver integrated health services with dignity and respect regardless of a patient’s ability to pay; foster partnerships with other health providers and communities to enhance the health of the public; and advocate for policies that promote the physical, mental and social wellbeing of the people of Cook County. CCH is comprised of two hospitals, John H. Stroger, Jr. Hospital and Provident Hospital, a robust network of more than a dozen community health centers, the Ruth M. Rothstein CORE Center, the Community Triage Center, the Cook County Department of Public Health, Cermak Health Services, which provides health care to individuals at the Cook County Jail and the Juvenile Temporary Detention Center, and CountyCare, a Medicaid managed care health plan.The system cares for more than 300,000 patients each year and its physicians are experts in their fields, committed to providing their patients with comprehensive, compassionate and cutting-edge care. Today, CCH is transforming the provision of health care in Cook County by promoting community-based primary and preventive care, growing an innovative, collaborative health plan and enhancing the patient experience.COOK COUNTY HEALTH IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

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