Public Health Officer
Department of Health, Housing, and Community Services
City of Berkeley, California
Annual Salary: $290,729 - $330,267 DOE/DOQ
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Public Health Officer
Department of Health, Housing, and Community Services
City of Berkeley, California
Annual Salary: $290,729 - $330,267 DOE/DOQ
Become a champion of public health in an iconic and innovative city! The City of Berkeley, California, is seeking an experienced Public Health Officer who will serve as the primary advisor to the Director of Health, Housing, and Community Services while also engaging on critical public health and related issues with the City Manager, City Council, and Commissions. The ideal candidate is a licensed physician with significant scientific and epidemiological knowledge. They will have excellent communication skills to be a trusted voice in the community, and political savvy to navigate the complex landscape of public health policy and administration. They will serve as a member of the Health, Housing, and Community Services executive team, ensuring efficiency and cohesion across the Department and providing indirect oversight of 11 public health nurses. This role is ideal for an influential leader who can communicate the Department's vision and align its strategies with the City's overarching goals. This visionary leader will drive initiatives to address community health challenges and improve the well-being of residents. Help position the City of Berkeley as a model for progressive and responsive public health leadership by applying today!
THE IDEAL CANDIDATE
The ideal candidate is a licensed physician and experienced public health leader who will proactively respond to the community’s needs. They will possess a strong understanding of Berkeley's diverse population and their unique health challenges, remaining informed of evolving trends affecting access to care. They will also be creative and resourceful, capable of obtaining additional funding sources for the City’s programs when required.