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Location : Riverside
Job Type: Regular
Job Number: 24-73490-03 CC AL
Department:Public Health
Opening Date: 02/26/2024
Closing Date: 3/4/2024 4:59 AM Pacific
ABOUT THE POSITION
The County of Riverside's University Health System (RUHS) has an exciting opportunity for a Program Director with the Department of Public Health.
This is a new program and entails the overall development of the RUHS-Public Health climate change program. The incumbent will work with and manage a multidisciplinary team to address climate change and its impacts within Riverside County.
This position has a 9/80 schedule with the potential to work from home up to two days per week.
The Program Director is an advanced journey-level classification and reports to a Program Chief in RUHS-PH or the Executive/Deputy Director in the RCCFC. Incumbents are responsible for planning, organizing, developing, administering, monitoring, and evaluating RCCFC federal/state funded programs or Countywide Public Health programs, which includes the direction of staff through subordinate supervisors. Incumbents perform supervision, coordination, and management of staff providing reproductive, child and adolescent, family, and related community health programs, and other related duties. The Program Director class is distinguished from the Program Chief I and Executive/Deputy Directors in that the latter classes plan, organize, develop, and direct the operations of a branch of the RUHS-PH or the RCCFC (respectively).
Performance Recognition Plan as set forth under Article 3, Section 311(C) of the County Management Resolution. Program eligibility requires employees to be in a leadership position, manage other employees or programs, and have a significant influence on the achievement of organizational objectives.
EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES
• Define immediate and long-range goals and objectives of federal/state funded programs or the branch programs in RUHS-PH.
• Establish and revise program policies and procedures according to program guidelines/ regulations.
• Prepare grant applications and monitor grant compliance.
• Prepare and monitor budgets for the RCCFC federal/state funded programs or the branch programs in RUHS-PH.
• Conduct on-going assessment of community needs; monitor and evaluate programs.
• Attend state, regional, and local meetings/conferences.
• Coordinate and collaborate with other public and private agencies providing services to Riverside County residents and their families.
• Develop, implement, monitor, and evaluate program quality assurance (QA) activities.
• Assist in determining the need of staff education and in-service training.
• Prepare and supervise the preparation of reports, articles, press releases for RUHS-PH programs.
• Monitor legislation to determine impact on the branch programs in RUHS-PH.
• Interview, select, assign, direct, train, evaluate and discipline staff.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
OPTION I
Education: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Master's degree, preferably with a major in social work, psychology, Public Health, biological science, health science, nursing, education, health education, nutrition, public, business administration, or a closely related field to the assignment.
Experience: Two years of managerial and/or supervisory experience in a Public Health or social services program.
OPTION II
Education: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree, preferably with a major in social work, psychology, Public Health, biological science, health science, nursing, education, health education, nutrition, dietetics, public or business administration, or a closely related field to the assignment.
Experience: Three years of managerial and/or supervisory experience in a Public Health or social services program.
BOTH OPTIONS
Knowledge of: Principles and practices of Public Health programs, health administration, or social services; basic organizational principles and procedures in the field of Public Health, maternal child and adolescent health, nutrition services, health education, disease control, or social services; sociological and economic characteristics of the community; community resources available for assistance in Public Health or social services programs; proper English construction and grammar; functions and service of state and federal health agencies and voluntary health or social services agencies; cultural and ethnic values, customs and traditions of county populations (target groups).
Ability to: Plan, organize, develop, administer, and evaluate the work of staff in a Public Health or social services program; prepare and monitor budgets; establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, other departments, outside agencies, and the general public; speak and write effectively, including preparation of clear and concise reports; demonstrate organizational and interpersonal skills needed to work in complex situations, and knowledgeable about local community resources that provide services to children.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Reasonable Accommodations
The County of Riverside is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA). If you are a qualified individual and need a reasonable accommodation to take this exam, contact the recruiter before taking the exam. For additional information and the accommodation form, visit the Disability Access Office web page at:
Veterans' PreferenceThe County has a Veteran's Preference Policy. Upload a copy of your (or your spouse's) Member-4 Form DD-214 indicating dates of service, and a copy of your spouse's letter of disability (if applicable) with your application. For privacy reasons, it is recommended that you remove your social security information from the document(s). A Human Resources Representative will review the materials and determine if you qualify for veterans' preference. See the policy
Pre-EmploymentAll employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of both a pre-employment physical exam, including a drug/alcohol test, and a criminal background investigation, which involves fingerprinting. (A felony or misdemeanor conviction may disqualify the applicant from County employment).
Probationary Period
As an Approved Local Merit System, all County of Riverside employees, except those serving "At Will," are subject to the probationary period provisions as specified in the applicable Memorandum of Understanding, County Resolution, or Salary Ordinance. Temporary and Per Diem employees serve at the pleasure of the agency/department head.
What's Next?
Open to All Applicants
This recruitment is open to all applicants. Applicants who are current County of Riverside employees and/or current employees of The Riverside University Health System/PH department may be considered before other applicants depending on the volume of applications received.
Application Period
BASED ON THE NUMBER OF APPLICATIONS RECEIVED, THIS POSTING MAY CLOSE WITHOUT NOTICE.
Applications received prior to the closing date will be considered based on the information submitted. Changes or alterations cannot be accepted. All applicants must submit a complete application by the closing date of this recruitment. No late applications will be permitted.
Include relevant work experience details on resume and/or application.
Applicants who fail to provide information demonstrating they possess the position requirements may not be considered further in the application process. A description of job duties directly copied from the job classification or job posting will not be considered.
Upload a copy of any license(s), official/unofficial transcript(s), degrees, and/or related employment documents to your NeoGov account. If your education was completed outside of the United States, you will need to provide a copy of your Foreign Education Equivalency evaluation from a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services () or Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. ().
For questions regarding this recruitment contact the recruiter, Angela Levinson :
alevinson@rivco.org / 951-955-5562
GENERAL APPLICATION INFORMATION:
Please read and follow any special application instructions on this posting. Click the 'Apply' link located on this page to submit your application. For instructions on the application process, examinations, Veteran's preference, pre-employment accommodation or other employment questions, please refer to our web site, A pre-employment physical examination and background check may be required.
MEDICAL/DENTAL INSURANCE: A Flexible Benefit Credit is provided on a monthly basis as governed by the Management Resolution or applicable bargaining unit. Vision coverage is provided through Vision Service Plan (VSP) at no cost to employee or eligible dependents.
Note: Employees on assignment through the Temporary Assignment Program (TAP) receive different benefits. See the list
MISCELLANEOUS RETIREMENT: County of Riverside has three retirement Tiers through the California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS).
A new member is defined as any of the following:
CalPERS refers to all members that do not fit within the definition of a new member as "classic members".
Contribution rates are subject to change based on the County of Riverside annual actuarial valuation.
Note:
This summary is for general information purposes only. Additional questions regarding retirement formulas can be sent to or by calling the Benefits Information Line at (951) 955-4981,
Option 2.
If you have prior service credit with another CalPERS agency or within agencies, please contact CalPERS at (888) 225-7377 to determine which retirement tier would be applicable to you. CalPERS is governed by the Public Employees' Retirement Law. The Retirement Law is complex and subject to change. If there's any conflict between this summary and the law, the law will prevail over this summary.
DEFERRED COMPENSATION: Voluntary employee contribution with a choice between two 457 deferred compensation plan options.
401(a) MONEY PURCHASE PLAN: County contribution of $50 per pay period towards choice between two 401(a) plan providers.
ANNUAL LEAVE (Bi-Weekly Accrual):
0 < 36 months = 8.92 Hours
36 to <108 months = 10.46 Hours
108 or more months = 12.00 Hours
Maximum Annual Leave accumulation is 1,800 hours. Employee may receive pay in lieu of up to 80 hours per calendar year. Agency/Department Head may approve an additional 80 hours.
-Annual Leave for Unrepresented Management Attorneys:
Maximum Annual Leave accumulation is 2,000 hours. Refer to Article 22 of the Management Resolution for a list of job classifications included.
HOLIDAYS: Normally 12 paid holidays per year.
BEREAVEMENT LEAVE: 5 days (3 days are County paid; 2 days can be taken through use of accrued leave balances).
BASIC LIFE INSURANCE: $50,000 of term life coverage. Premiums are paid by the County. Additional Supplemental Life plan is available for employee purchase.
LONG-TERM DISABILITY (LTD): Benefit pays 66.67% of earnings to a maximum of $10,000 per month; 30-day waiting period; pays to age 65. Benefit can be coordinated with other available leave balances to provide up to 100% of pay.
POST RETIREMENT MEDICAL CONTRIBUTION: A monthly contribution is made by the County towards retiree health insurance offered through the County as governed by the Management Resolution or applicable bargaining unit.
OTHER: There may be other benefit provisions as specified in the applicable Memorandum of Understanding, Management Resolution, or Salary Ordinance. Please contact the recruiter listed on the job posting directly for more information..
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Please indicate yor highest level of education from an accredited college or university with a major in social work, psychology, Public Health, biological science, health science, nursing, education, health education, nutrition, public, business administration, or a closely related field to the assignme...
Location : Riverside
Job Type: Regular
Job Number: 24-73490-03 CC AL
Department:Public Health
Opening Date: 02/26/2024
Closing Date: 3/4/2024 4:59 AM Pacific
ABOUT THE POSITION
The County of Riverside's University Health System (RUHS) has an exciting opportunity for a Program Director with the Department of Public Health.
This is a new program and entails the overall development of the RUHS-Public Health climate change program. The incumbent will work with and manage a multidisciplinary team to address climate change and its impacts within Riverside County.
This position has a 9/80 schedule with the potential to work from home up to two days per week.
The Program Director is an advanced journey-level classification and reports to a Program Chief in RUHS-PH or the Executive/Deputy Director in the RCCFC. Incumbents are responsible for planning, organizing, developing, administering, monitoring, and evaluating RCCFC federal/state funded programs or Countywide Public Health programs, which includes the direction of staff through subordinate supervisors. Incumbents perform supervision, coordination, and management of staff providing reproductive, child and adolescent, family, and related community health programs, and other related duties. The Program Director class is distinguished from the Program Chief I and Executive/Deputy Directors in that the latter classes plan, organize, develop, and direct the operations of a branch of the RUHS-PH or the RCCFC (respectively).
Performance Recognition Plan as set forth under Article 3, Section 311(C) of the County Management Resolution. Program eligibility requires employees to be in a leadership position, manage other employees or programs, and have a significant influence on the achievement of organizational objectives.
EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES
• Define immediate and long-range goals and objectives of federal/state funded programs or the branch programs in RUHS-PH.
• Establish and revise program policies and procedures according to program guidelines/ regulations.
• Prepare grant applications and monitor grant compliance.
• Prepare and monitor budgets for the RCCFC federal/state funded programs or the branch programs in RUHS-PH.
• Conduct on-going assessment of community needs; monitor and evaluate programs.
• Attend state, regional, and local meetings/conferences.
• Coordinate and collaborate with other public and private agencies providing services to Riverside County residents and their families.
• Develop, implement, monitor, and evaluate program quality assurance (QA) activities.
• Assist in determining the need of staff education and in-service training.
• Prepare and supervise the preparation of reports, articles, press releases for RUHS-PH programs.
• Monitor legislation to determine impact on the branch programs in RUHS-PH.
• Interview, select, assign, direct, train, evaluate and discipline staff.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
OPTION I
Education: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Master's degree, preferably with a major in social work, psychology, Public Health, biological science, health science, nursing, education, health education, nutrition, public, business administration, or a closely related field to the assignment.
Experience: Two years of managerial and/or supervisory experience in a Public Health or social services program.
OPTION II
Education: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree, preferably with a major in social work, psychology, Public Health, biological science, health science, nursing, education, health education, nutrition, dietetics, public or business administration, or a closely related field to the assignment.
Experience: Three years of managerial and/or supervisory experience in a Public Health or social services program.
BOTH OPTIONS
Knowledge of: Principles and practices of Public Health programs, health administration, or social services; basic organizational principles and procedures in the field of Public Health, maternal child and adolescent health, nutrition services, health education, disease control, or social services; sociological and economic characteristics of the community; community resources available for assistance in Public Health or social services programs; proper English construction and grammar; functions and service of state and federal health agencies and voluntary health or social services agencies; cultural and ethnic values, customs and traditions of county populations (target groups).
Ability to: Plan, organize, develop, administer, and evaluate the work of staff in a Public Health or social services program; prepare and monitor budgets; establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, other departments, outside agencies, and the general public; speak and write effectively, including preparation of clear and concise reports; demonstrate organizational and interpersonal skills needed to work in complex situations, and knowledgeable about local community resources that provide services to children.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Reasonable Accommodations
The County of Riverside is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA). If you are a qualified individual and need a reasonable accommodation to take this exam, contact the recruiter before taking the exam. For additional information and the accommodation form, visit the Disability Access Office web page at:
Veterans' PreferenceThe County has a Veteran's Preference Policy. Upload a copy of your (or your spouse's) Member-4 Form DD-214 indicating dates of service, and a copy of your spouse's letter of disability (if applicable) with your application. For privacy reasons, it is recommended that you remove your social security information from the document(s). A Human Resources Representative will review the materials and determine if you qualify for veterans' preference. See the policy
Pre-EmploymentAll employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of both a pre-employment physical exam, including a drug/alcohol test, and a criminal background investigation, which involves fingerprinting. (A felony or misdemeanor conviction may disqualify the applicant from County employment).
Probationary Period
As an Approved Local Merit System, all County of Riverside employees, except those serving "At Will," are subject to the probationary period provisions as specified in the applicable Memorandum of Understanding, County Resolution, or Salary Ordinance. Temporary and Per Diem employees serve at the pleasure of the agency/department head.
What's Next?
Open to All Applicants
This recruitment is open to all applicants. Applicants who are current County of Riverside employees and/or current employees of The Riverside University Health System/PH department may be considered before other applicants depending on the volume of applications received.
Application Period
BASED ON THE NUMBER OF APPLICATIONS RECEIVED, THIS POSTING MAY CLOSE WITHOUT NOTICE.
Applications received prior to the closing date will be considered based on the information submitted. Changes or alterations cannot be accepted. All applicants must submit a complete application by the closing date of this recruitment. No late applications will be permitted.
Include relevant work experience details on resume and/or application.
Applicants who fail to provide information demonstrating they possess the position requirements may not be considered further in the application process. A description of job duties directly copied from the job classification or job posting will not be considered.
Upload a copy of any license(s), official/unofficial transcript(s), degrees, and/or related employment documents to your NeoGov account. If your education was completed outside of the United States, you will need to provide a copy of your Foreign Education Equivalency evaluation from a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services () or Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. ().
For questions regarding this recruitment contact the recruiter, Angela Levinson :
alevinson@rivco.org / 951-955-5562
GENERAL APPLICATION INFORMATION:
Please read and follow any special application instructions on this posting. Click the 'Apply' link located on this page to submit your application. For instructions on the application process, examinations, Veteran's preference, pre-employment accommodation or other employment questions, please refer to our web site, A pre-employment physical examination and background check may be required.
MEDICAL/DENTAL INSURANCE: A Flexible Benefit Credit is provided on a monthly basis as governed by the Management Resolution or applicable bargaining unit. Vision coverage is provided through Vision Service Plan (VSP) at no cost to employee or eligible dependents.
Note: Employees on assignment through the Temporary Assignment Program (TAP) receive different benefits. See the list
MISCELLANEOUS RETIREMENT: County of Riverside has three retirement Tiers through the California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS).
- Tier I (Classic Member - Formula 3% @ 60): Applicable to current and former County of Riverside local miscellaneous employees hired prior to 08/24/2012 and did not withdraw CalPERS contributions. The employee contribution is eight (8%) percent.
- Tier II (Classic Member - Formula 2% @ 60): Applicable to local miscellaneous employees 1) hired after 08/23/2012 through 12/31/2012; 2) Previously employed with another CalPERS contracting public agency or a reciprocal retirement system, with a break in service of less than six months between the separation date with the previous employer and the appointment date with the County of Riverside. The employee contribution is seven (7%) percent.
- Tier III (PEPRA New Member - Formula 2% @ 62): Applicable to CalPERS local miscellaneous new members hired on or after the implementation of the Public Employees' Pension Reform Act of 2013 (PEPRA) which took effect January 1, 2013. As of July 1, 2020, the employee contribution is 7.25% and subject to change annually.
A new member is defined as any of the following:
- A new hire who enters CalPERS membership for the first time on or after January 1, 2013, and who has no prior membership in any California Public Retirement System.
- A new hire who enters CalPERS membership for the first time on or after January 1, 2013, and who was a member with another California Public Retirement System prior to that date, but who is not subject to reciprocity upon joining CalPERS.
- A member who first established CalPERS membership prior to January 1, 2013, and who is rehired by a different CalPERS agency after a break in service of greater than six (6) months.
CalPERS refers to all members that do not fit within the definition of a new member as "classic members".
Contribution rates are subject to change based on the County of Riverside annual actuarial valuation.
Note:
This summary is for general information purposes only. Additional questions regarding retirement formulas can be sent to or by calling the Benefits Information Line at (951) 955-4981,
Option 2.
If you have prior service credit with another CalPERS agency or within agencies, please contact CalPERS at (888) 225-7377 to determine which retirement tier would be applicable to you. CalPERS is governed by the Public Employees' Retirement Law. The Retirement Law is complex and subject to change. If there's any conflict between this summary and the law, the law will prevail over this summary.
DEFERRED COMPENSATION: Voluntary employee contribution with a choice between two 457 deferred compensation plan options.
401(a) MONEY PURCHASE PLAN: County contribution of $50 per pay period towards choice between two 401(a) plan providers.
ANNUAL LEAVE (Bi-Weekly Accrual):
0 < 36 months = 8.92 Hours
36 to <108 months = 10.46 Hours
108 or more months = 12.00 Hours
Maximum Annual Leave accumulation is 1,800 hours. Employee may receive pay in lieu of up to 80 hours per calendar year. Agency/Department Head may approve an additional 80 hours.
-Annual Leave for Unrepresented Management Attorneys:
Maximum Annual Leave accumulation is 2,000 hours. Refer to Article 22 of the Management Resolution for a list of job classifications included.
HOLIDAYS: Normally 12 paid holidays per year.
BEREAVEMENT LEAVE: 5 days (3 days are County paid; 2 days can be taken through use of accrued leave balances).
BASIC LIFE INSURANCE: $50,000 of term life coverage. Premiums are paid by the County. Additional Supplemental Life plan is available for employee purchase.
LONG-TERM DISABILITY (LTD): Benefit pays 66.67% of earnings to a maximum of $10,000 per month; 30-day waiting period; pays to age 65. Benefit can be coordinated with other available leave balances to provide up to 100% of pay.
POST RETIREMENT MEDICAL CONTRIBUTION: A monthly contribution is made by the County towards retiree health insurance offered through the County as governed by the Management Resolution or applicable bargaining unit.
OTHER: There may be other benefit provisions as specified in the applicable Memorandum of Understanding, Management Resolution, or Salary Ordinance. Please contact the recruiter listed on the job posting directly for more information..
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Please indicate yor highest level of education from an accredited college or university with a major in social work, psychology, Public Health, biological science, health science, nursing, education, health education, nutrition, public, business administration, or a closely related field to the assignme...
