Director of Health and Human Services
County of Alpine, California
Markleeville, CA
Annual Salary: $137,772 – $168,472 DOE/DOQ
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The County of Alpine, a uniquely scenic and close-knit mountain community, is seeking an experienced and strategic Director of Health and Human Services to lead its fully integrated human services agency, which includes Public Health, Behavioral Health, and Social Services. The Director will oversee a direct staff of four and an approximate FY 2025 budget of nine million with significant reserves. Responsibilities including strategic planning, fiscal management, program development, emergency response coordination, and interagency collaboration, with particular emphasis on cultivating and maintaining effective partnerships with local tribal communities and state and federal agencies. They will be expected to assume leadership responsibilities with efficiency and demonstrate the capacity to deliver immediate, strategic value to the organization. The ideal candidate will have a background in social services, and ideally child welfare. They will embody a servant leadership approach, maintain a strong balance of strategic vision and operational involvement, and lead effectively in both day-to-day operations and in response to complex and evolving community challenges. Thrive in a frontier environment where public service, community well-being, and resilience intersect, apply today!