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DIRECTOR OF HEALTH SERVICES COUNTY OF SONOMA, CALIFORNIA • SALARY $214,805–$259,532* DOE/DOQ

THE COUNTY OF SONOMA SEEKS AN INCLUSIVE, ENGAGED, AND COMMUNICATIVE DIRECTOR OF HEALTH SERVICES to lead our Behavioral and Public Health programs which promote, protect, and ensure

access to services to support the health, recovery, and well-being of all in Sonoma County. Our ideal candidate will bring expertise overseeing health services and multi-million-dollar complex-blended funding streams and have a strong background and knowledge of public health and related programs. They will be strategic, a relationship builder, politically savvy, and an exceptional advocate for those we represent. The ideal candidate will work toward building a culture of diversity, equity and inclusion, and look for ways to improve programs and access to services through listening and understanding those traditionally marginalized in our community. The Director of Health Services has an important role in our organization and the community at large and will use exceptional leadership skills and leverage our community-based partners’ resources to afect health outcomes for everyone in Sonoma County.

THE COMMUNITY/COUNTY LOCATED JUST 30 MILES NORTH OF SAN FRANCISCO and with more than one million acres that

encompass the Pacifc Ocean beaches to the west, the mountains of the redwood forests, and the oak-studded hills that rise above the vineyards and dairies, Sonoma County is home to over 490,000 diverse residents who share a strong sense of community and history of valuing and protecting their agriculture. From one-of-a-kind spa treatments to paddling the Russian River and ziplining amidst redwoods to 55 miles of Pacifc coastline, the County ofers residents easy access to virtually unlimited shopping, dining, cultural, and recreational opportunities. Sonoma County is also home to a wide variety of art and music festivals, farmer’s markets, and concert venues. Local schools continually rank high on California’s Academic performance Index, and Santa Rosa Junior College and Sonoma State University ofer higher education opportunities. Sonoma County has 9 cities and numerous small towns and villages, which allows residents to enjoy an ideal mix of small town living and big city amenities.

The County is governed by a fve-member Board of Supervisors, who are elected by district. The County has a budget of over $1.9 billion and over 4,000 regular employees who provide services to the public through 29 departments, and special districts, which are dedicated to providing excellent and responsive public service while operating under sound fscal principles.

THE DEPARTMENT THE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH

SERVICES is comprised of three integrated divisions: Administration, Public Health, and Behavioral Health. These divisions provide a broad range of innovative programs and services designed to promote, develop and sustain the health of individuals, families, and communities. To best impact the health and wellbeing of everyone in the community, the Department focuses on fve key service areas: Children and Family Services, Adult Services, Community Health and Safety, Emergency Medical Preparedness, and Disease Control and Clinical Services. The Department also plays a vital role in leading eforts associated with multiple goals and objectives under the Board’s Strategic Plan pillar of Healthy and Safe Communities, which seeks to provide quality and equitable housing, health, and human services for all.

THE JOB THE HEALTH SERVICES

DIRECTOR will lead the Department of Health Services, with eleven direct, and approximately 580 staf, and a recommended budget of $280 million (fscal year 21–22), in achieving its goal of promoting and protecting the health and well-being of every member of the community, and ensuring the continuum of care. Reporting to the Board of Supervisors, with day-to-day reporting responsibility to the County Administrative Ofcer, the Director collaborates with other County departments and an amazing group of community partners. This position is responsible for the overall policy, programs, goals, and success of the department and has an in-depth understanding of the social and economic challenges that impact social determinants of public, mental, and environmental health. This position has a strategic and critical role in collaborating with emergency management departments and professionals, cities, foundations, committees, community-based organizations, businesses, educational institutions, and the community-at-large to set local priorities.

UPCOMING CHALLENGES

u LEAD the department through a post-COVID landscape and re-focus on strategic program improvements and preventative services.

u CONTINUE to strengthen the administration infrastructure, including modernization and simplifcation of processes and technologies, and ensuring continuum of care.

u IMPROVE health equity and remove barriers to access.

u EVALUATE restructuring homeless services from the Community Development Commission to the Department of Health Services.

u IN NOVEMBER 2020 Measure O passed, and is estimated to generate approximately $25 million annually to fund local mental health and addiction services and facilities. The Health Services Director will implement Measure O programs in coordination with Board of Supervisors’ direction and expenditure plan.

u PARTNER with the Community Development Commission to seek and utilize funding to support ACCESS Sonoma Interdepartmental Multi-Disciplinary Team (IMDT) and the Homeless Encampment Access and Resource Team (HEART).

u PARTICIPATE in planning sessions regarding the California Advancing and Innovating Medi-Cal (CalAIM) framework.

For more information on the department’s goals, organizational chart, accomplishments, objectives and more:

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE THE IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL BRING extensive experience in overseeing health services

(preferably in California) and will be responsive, politically savvy, communicative, consistent, and collaborative. We are looking for an excellent leader and communicator who removes barriers, and supports and empowers staf. The ideal candidate will have a high level of emotional intelligence, demonstrate diplomacy, and work with all groups within a community. This candidate will be a strong administrator who questions the status quo to fnd better ways of getting things done, and advocates for programs and services that will serve the underserved in our community. The Health Services Director will efectively build relationships and leverage the strength of our community partners to efect change and improve the health and wellbeing of our community. Through an inclusive, engaging and communicative leadership style, the Director will creative a vision for the Department, efectively communicate that vision, design programs and measure success. The ideal candidate is a trust builder and works toward building a culture of diversity, equity and inclusion, and looks for ways to connect with marginalized communities and remove barriers to healthcare access.

EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS

u Any combination of education, training, or experience that would provide the opportunity to acquire the knowledge and abilities of the position, particularly the principles of public and behavioral health programs.

u A Degree in health care administration, public administration, hospital administration, business administration or a closely related feld; a related Master’s Degree is desirable.

u At least fve years of increasingly responsible experience managing a health, behavioral health, or social services organization or large division of such organization.

The Ideal Candidate Will… LEADERSHIP u Value the importance of connecting

and building trust with community partners.

u Collaborate across County departments.

u Be an efective facilitator who works well with confict and unites diferences.

u Be a health visionary and efectively communicate that vision both internally and externally.

u Take assertive action to improve health equity in communities served.

u Demonstrate empathy and compassion.

u Build capacity and trust. u Represent and advocate for the

health needs of all. u Empower employees and create

a positive and rewarding work environment.

u Retain, develop, and create growth opportunities for staf.

u Lead with integrity, transparency and ethical behavior.

COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIPS / LEGISLATIVE AFFAIRS u Collaborate with local hospitals

and community based partners. u Be an inclusive planner and

identifer of service gaps across communities.

u Improve public understanding of County behavioral and public health services.

u Monitor legislation and engage decision makers on recommended policy change.

u Develop and maintain a close partnership with the criminal justice community.

u Monitor innovation nationally to improve cost and replication efects.

u Be policy and business savvy.

FISCAL / OPERATIONAL ACUMEN u Have the capacity to move

viable ideas forward, and expand opportunities for public-private partnerships.

u Oversee a large budget and complex, programmatic funding streams, and leverage funds and resources to maximize revenues.

u Keep abreast of best practices and use technology to improve efciencies and capacity.

u Be proactive in program development that addresses community needs.

u Implement creative resource development through grants, partnerships and blended funding.

u Evaluate and ensure programs, operations, and organizational structure to adequately support strategic objectives.

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SALARY& BENEFITS

The annual base salary range for the position is $207,605–$252,332. In addition to the

base salary, the position receives a cash allowance of approximately $600 per month.

Combined, the annual salary is $214,805-$259,532. Salary is negotiable within the established base salary range DOE/DOQ.

The County of Sonoma ofers a full benefts package, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Pension/Retirement, deferred compensation, and fexible spending accounts. An overview of benefts can be found here:

For out of area candidates, the expectation of the Board of Supervisors is for the Director to relocate to Sonoma County within a reasonable amount of time if selected for the position. Relocation reimbursement may be authorized for the successful candidate.

HOW TO APPLY The fling period for this position is open until flled. For frst round consideration, apply by JULY 22; candidates are encouraged to submit as soon as possible.

Please contact your recruiter, Wendi Brown, with any questions: 866.929.WBCP (9227) toll free | 541.664.0376 (direct) wendi@wbcpinc.com