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Posted: January 23, 2026 (1 day ago)

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Public Health Division Director

Marion County

Health and Human Services

Fresh

Location

Salary

$56.51 - $75.69

per hour

Closes

February 6, 2026

Job Description

Summary

This job is for a leader who runs the public health programs in Marion County, managing teams that handle things like disease prevention, environmental safety, family health services, emergency planning, and record-keeping.

It involves overseeing about 75 staff members and a $15 million budget while working with county leaders and partners to tackle health challenges.

A good fit would be someone with strong leadership experience in public health, good at managing people and money, and skilled in following rules to keep communities healthy.

Key Requirements

  • Executive leadership experience in public health programs
  • Ability to manage a team of approximately 75 full-time employees
  • Budget management skills for a $15 million annual budget
  • Knowledge of core public health functions like communicable disease control, environmental health, and emergency preparedness
  • Compliance with state and federal public health regulations
  • Collaboration with county leadership, local authorities, and external partners
  • Experience leading managers and supervisors in health services

Full Job Description

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

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Posted on NEOGOV: 1/23/2026 | Added to FreshGovJobs: 1/24/2026

Source: NEOGOV | ID: neogov-marion-5209108