Public Health Division Director
Salary
$57.65 - $77.21 Hourly
Location
Salem, OR
Job Type
Full-time Regular
Job Number
538-2026-1
Department
Health and Human Services
Division
HHS - Health Administrative Services
Opening Date
07/17/2026
Closing Date
7/31/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
FLSA
Exempt
Bargaining Unit
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Marion County requires on-site work. Remote work is not available.
Marion County Health & Human Services is recruiting a Public Health Division Director to provide executive leadership for the County's public health programs. This position oversees core public health functions including communicable disease control, environmental health, clinical preventive services, maternal and child health, prevention programs, emergency preparedness, and vital records. The Division Director is responsible for managing approximately 75 FTE and a $15 million budget, leading a team of managers and supervisors, and ensuring programs operate effectively and in compliance with state and federal requirements. As a member of the Health & Human Services Executive Team, this role works closely with county leadership, the Local Public Health Authority, and external partners to address public health needs and respond to emerging issues.
To view the full job announcement, go to: Public Health Division Director Announcement
To apply for this position, click on the "Apply" link just above and to the right of this overview.
When applying, be sure to include, in the Education and Work Experience sections of your application, sufficient details to show us how you meet the Experience and Training requirements for the position.
PUBLIC SERVICE LOAN FORGIVENESS
Marion County is a qualifying public employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. Through the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program, full-time employees working at the County may qualify for forgiveness of the remaining balance on Direct Student Loans after 120 qualifying monthly payments under a qualifying repayment plan. Questions about your student loan eligibility should be directed to your loan servicer or the US Department of Education.
VISA SPONSORSHIP
Marion County does not offer VISA sponsorship. Within three days of hire, you will be required to complete the US Department of Homeland Security's I-9 form confirming authorization to work in the United States. Marion County is an E-Verify employer and will use E-Verify to confirm that hires are authorized to work in the United States.
VETERANS' PREFERENCE
Applicants are eligible to use Veterans' Preference when applying with Marion County in accordance with ORS 408.225, 408.230, and 408.235 and OAR 105-040-0010 and 105-040-0015. Preference will be awarded only if the applicant meets the minimum requirements of the position and attaches the required documentation at the time of application.
DOCUMENTS REQUIRED FOR VETERANS' PREFERENCE
One of the following:
MEMBER COPY 4 of the Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (DD Form 214 or 215); OR
Letter from the US Department of Veterans Affairs indicating receipt of a non-service connected pension; OR
Certification that discharge or release from active duty under honorable conditions will take place not later than 120 days after the submission of the certificate.
In addition to one of the above documents, Disabled Veterans must also submit one of the following:
A copy of their Veterans disability preference letter from the Department of Veterans Affairs; OR
Certification that medical separation from active duty under honorable conditions will take place not later than 120 days after the submission of the certificate.
You can request copies of your military service record through the National Archives website at http://www.archives.gov/veterans/military-service-records/
Marion County is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action, Veteran and Disability employer committed to increasing the diversity of its workforce.
Applicants with a disability may request reasonable accommodation, through Human Resources, in any step of the process to assist them in demonstrating their qualifications to perform the duties of the position for which they are applying. Please e-mail Human Resources if you wish to request an accommodation.
Marion County offers a generous benefits package to regular employees working 50% or more of the regularly scheduled work week and their eligible dependents. Temporary employees and part-time regular employees working less than 50% of the regularly scheduled work week are not eligible for benefits.
For a summary of benefits, click here. For a complete and detailed overview of the benefits package for management and supervisory employees, click here, and select Management Benefits from the left menu or Management Employees from the page links.
Benefits are defined based on position and are approved by the Marion County Board of Commissioners.
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To receive credit for your supplemental questions, your answers must be supported by details in the education and/or work experience section of your application form. "See resume" is not an acceptable answer. Do you understand this statement?
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How many years of work experience do you have in program supervision, fiscal, or administrative management? One year work experience is equal to 2,080 hours.
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Please describe the largest program, division, or organization you have managed. Include approximate staff size, budget, and types of services overseen.
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How do you set expectations and hold managers accountable for performance, compliance, and results? Please provide a brief example.
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Please describe a quality improvement or process improvement effort you led or oversaw. What problems were you trying to solve, what actions were taken, and what changed as a result?
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Describe your experience working in a union environment or with represented employees. How have you handled conflict, performance issues, or significant workplace challenges?
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Public health leaders often balance regulatory requirements, community expectations, and direction from elected officials. Describe your experience working with boards, commissioners, or other governing bodies and how you approach communicating difficult or controversial issues.
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Employer Marion County
Address PO BOX 14500
Salem, Oregon, 97309
Phone (503) 566-3949