Department

Department of Health

Division

Healthcare Health & Allied Professionals

Salary

$145,885.00 - $164,424.00

Job Profile

JC-02950900-99 - Associate Director I (DOH) (Non-Union Executive Branch)

Scheduled Work Days & Work Hours

Monday - Friday; 8:30am - 4:30pm

Non-Standard

Job Requisition Number

JR102287 ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR I (DOH) (Open)

Pay Grade

C00146 A

Classification

Associate Director I (DOH)

Class Definition

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES: Within the Department of Health (DOH) program area or unit designated as a smaller-sized organizational component, to have the assigned responsibility for assisting in the overall administration of the planning, development and implementation of operational functions within that area or unit; or to have the assigned responsibility for assisting in the overall administration of a public health program of substantially comparable complexity; and to do related work as required.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED: Works under the general supervision of a superior with wide latitude for the exercise of initiative and independent judgement; work is reviewed for conformance to policies, guidelines, and professional standards.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED: Plans, coordinates, and reviews supervisory, professional, technical or other staff engaged in program activities.

ILLUSTRATIVE EXAMPLES OF WORK PERFORMED:

Within the Department of Health (DOH) program area or unit designated as a smaller-sized organizational component, to have the assigned responsibility for assisting in the overall administration of the planning, development, and implementation of operational functions within that area or unit; or to have the assigned responsibility for assisting in the overall administration of a public health program of substantially comparable complexity.
To apply innovative and emerging methods, technologies, and management practices to the operation of the area or program.
To coordinate or conduct analyses of specific public health programs, services, resources and costs and benefits to increase the efficiency and effectiveness of the program.
To assist in the development of short and long terms goals and objectives, management plans and operating plans and to oversee their implementation and evaluation.
To assist in achieving fiscal integrity and accountability within the program area or unit.
To assist in the development of operating and capital budget plans, proposals, and requests, as required for that area or unit.
To periodically consult and confer with other state and federal partners and stakeholders to assess and recommend changes in public health programs, services, goals, and objectives as requested.
To coordinate in the conformity with federal, state, and other regulations and requirements and with the overall mission and goals of the department for a smaller sized unit or area of the department.
To encourage professional and staff development activities within the program or services area.
To provide expert opinion, consultation, and advice, as requested.
To serve as an effective member of the department, agency, and program leadership team.
To coordinate or assist in coordination of programs and services within the department, other state departments and agencies, municipal, federal, and private agencies and parties, as requested.
To provide effective and informative reports; to prepare communications and communicate regularly with departmental and program staff, and with others as requested.
To represent the department in a variety of roles and settings, as requested.
To develop or assist in developing and maintaining appropriate and adequate informatics and to produce reports as needed.
To meet and conform to the requirements of an operational set of performance specifications.
To do related work as required.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS FOR APPOINTMENT:

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND CAPACITIES: A thorough knowledge of the operations of the public health program or services area and the ability to utilize this knowledge in promoting effective and efficient programs and services; a thorough knowledge of trends and best practices in the program or services area and the ability to apply this knowledge to planning, coordinating, administering and evaluating the program; a working knowledge of the principles and practices employed in the administration of public health care programs and services; a working knowledge of relevant laws, regulations, policies and procedures; the ability to lead, supervise, direct, assign and evaluate the work of subordinates the ability to provide leadership and coordination; the ability to serve as an effective member of a leadership team; the ability to communicate effectively; the ability to meet and conform to the requirements of an operational set of performance specifications; and related capacities and abilities.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Education: Possession of a Graduate Degree in Public Health, Public Administration, Management, Health Administration, or in the specifically assigned area of organizational or program responsibility; and

Experience: Employment in a supervisory role for five (5) years or more and the equivalent experience within a public health center or related equivalent experience.

Or, any combination of education and experience that shall be substantially equivalent to the above education and experience.

Supplemental Information

The preferred candidate selected for this role should have experience managing and leading a large professional staff, be adept at both oral and written communication, with sound analytical skills and the ability to prioritize work and constantly juggle shifting priorities. Knowledge of laws and regulations pertaining to both licensed healthcare facilities and licensed healthcare professionals, personal service professions and trades; with the ability to interpret, apply and enforce such laws and regulations is preferred. Knowledge of the methods and objectives of regulatory inspections and investigations involving facilities and practitioners is preferred. The preferred candidate must be able to take direction, provide direction to staff and work collaboratively with others, as well as work independently on achieving goals and completing tasks/projects. Knowledge of basic computer skills, including Microsoft programs is preferred, as well as the ability to learn about and understand electronic databases needed for the work to be completed in the division.

Benefits

For information regarding the benefits available to State of Rhode Island employees, please visit the Office of Employee Benefits' website at http://www.employeebenefits.ri.gov/.

Also, be advised that a new provision in RI General Law 35-6-1 was enacted requiring direct deposit for all employees. Specific to new hires, the law requires that all employees hired after September 30, 2014 participate in direct deposit. Accordingly, any employee hired after this date will be required to participate in the direct deposit system. At the time the employee is hired, the employee shall identify a financial institution that will serve as a personal depository agency for the employee.