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It is located in the northernmost part of the Bay Area, about 30 miles north of San Francisco, and is bordered by the Pacific Ocean to the west, Marin County and San Pablo Bay to the south, and Solano, Napa, and Lake Counties to the east. While the latest census data shows that Sonoma County’s proportion of white residents remains higher than the national average, the share of residents who identify as Hispanic or Latino also ranks higher than the national average, making up more than a quarter of residents (29% in 2022).

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<div><div><h3>Position Information</h3></div> <div>THE OPPORTUNITYSonoma County is seeking a skilled and dynamic physician who is passionate about community health improvement as its next Health Officer. Recognized for its commitment to innovation and collaboration, the County of Sonoma strives to be the healthiest county in California. The Health Officer plays a key leadership role in bringing this vision to reality.SONOMA COUNTYNestled in the heart of Northern California Wine Country, Sonoma County is the largest county in the North Bay region of the San Francisco Bay Area, covering over 1,600 square miles. It is located in the northernmost part of the Bay Area, about 30 miles north of San Francisco, and is bordered by the Pacific Ocean to the west, Marin County and San Pablo Bay to the south, and Solano, Napa, and Lake Counties to the east. Sonoma County is known for amazing wines and legendary vineyards, as well as organic produce and sustainable farming.While the latest census data shows that Sonoma County’s proportion of white residents remains higher than the national average, the share of residents who identify as Hispanic or Latino also ranks higher than the national average, making up more than a quarter of residents (29% in 2022). 37% of County residents identify as Black, Indigenous, and People of Color. Education levels in Sonoma County exceed the national average and the County’s public school system ranks considerably high within the state, including innovative charter schools and high-quality secondary education options at Santa Rosa Junior College and Sonoma State University.THE HEALTH SERVICES DEPARTMENTThe Sonoma County Department of Health Services is dedicated to protecting and enhancing the community's health and well-being. With over 700 staff members and numerous community partners, the department offers a broad range of programs and services to promote and sustain health for individuals, families, and communities. The Department’s mission is to promote, protect, and ensure access to services supporting health, recovery, and well-being for all residents, guided by core values of equity, collaboration, and excellence.THE POSITIONThe Health Officer is a vital leader within Sonoma County’s Department of Health Services. Appointed by the Board of Supervisors and reporting to the Director of Health Services, the Health Officer plays a key role in protecting and promoting the health and safety of the community. This position provides expert medical oversight for public health programs and ensures compliance with public health regulations.Working in partnership with the Director of Health Services, the Health Officer develops and refines medical policies and protocols that guide the department’s work. This individual also serves as a trusted advisor to elected officials, healthcare professionals, and the public, offering guidance on critical public health issues and strategies to address them.Key responsibilities include:<ul><li>Monitor and Assess Community Health: Evaluate the health needs of the community using epidemiological surveys and statistical methods. Provide insights to inform public health policies and design impactful health interventions.</li><li>Enforce Public Health Regulations: Ensure compliance with local health orders, ordinances, and regulations set by state and federal agencies to safeguard the community’s well-being.</li><li>Represent and Collaborate: Act as a representative of the Department of Health Services in meetings with professional, medical, community, and government organizations at local, state, and national levels.</li><li>Engage with the Public and Media: Serve as a trusted source of information on public health issues, responding to media inquiries and offering guidance to community agencies on pressing health matters.</li><li>Lead Emergency Preparedness: Collaborate with the department’s Emergency Medical Services Program Administrator to oversee disaster and emergency preparedness efforts and lead public health responses during crises.</li><li>Oversee Vital Records: Manage the registration of births and deaths in Sonoma County and ensure proper oversight of the disposition of human remains.</li></ul>THE IDEAL CANDIDATEThe ideal candidate is passionate about serving the public and finding collaborative solutions to complex health challenges. Trustworthy, approachable, flexible, and decisive, this individual will bring strong leadership and a forward-thinking mindset to the role. They will:<ul><li>Think Strategically: Develop and implement innovative strategies that advance the health goals of the community and identify opportunities for meaningful engagement.</li><li>Lead with Expertise: Provide forward-thinking leadership in community health, preventive medicine, environmental health, emergency medical services, and integrated behavioral health.</li><li>Be Results-Oriented: Drive actions that improve social factors influencing health outcomes, with hands-on experience in community health practice and a commitment to achieving measurable results.</li><li>Innovate and Initiate: Identify new opportunities to combine resources and partnerships, advancing impactful community health policies and initiatives.</li><li>Build Strong Relationships: Foster collaboration with County departments, community partners, and healthcare organizations.</li><li>Communicate Effectively: Demonstrate exceptional oral and written communication skills.</li><li>Work Independently and Collaboratively: Excel in independent decision-making while thriving in team environments.</li></ul>SALARY & BENEFITSSonoma County provides a competitive compensation and benefits package. The salary for this role is $270,240 - $328,470, with specific placement within the range dependent on qualifications and experience. Key elements of the County’s benefits program include:<ul><li>$25,000 Hiring Incentive: Requires a three-year commitment and is paid over the first two years.</li><li>Hybrid, flexible work-schedule.</li><li>Paid Time Off: Competitive vacation accrual and additional management leave annually; 12 paid holidays and an additional 8 floating holiday hours per year; and generous sick leave accruals.</li><li>Health Benefits: A range of health plans with several options.</li><li>Retirement: County Employees Retirement Law of 1937.</li><li>Post-Retirement Medical: County contribution to a Health Reimbursement Arrangement.</li><li>Cell Phone Stipend: Optional monthly stipend of $50/month, if not assigned a County-issued phone.</li></ul>MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSAny combination of education, training and experience which would likely provide the knowledge and abilities listed herein. Normally this would include:Education and Experience: Graduation from an accredited medical school with a Doctor of Medicine degree and a minimum of three years of responsible work in a public health service that included both clinical and managerial experience.License/Certification: Possession of a valid Physician's and Surgeon's Certificate issued by the State of California.Eligibility to obtain a Controlled Substances Registration Certificate issued by the United States Department of Justice.Possession of a valid driver's license at the appropriate level including special endorsements, as required by the State of California.</div></div>#J-18808-Ljbffr

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