District Program Director



District Program Director

Salary

$80,508.41 - $113,824.07 Annually

Location

Atlanta, GA

Job Type

Full Time Salaried

Job Number

2025-09915

Division/Section

District 3-2 Fulton/State

Opening Date

06/16/2025

Closing Date

6/29/2025 11:59 PM Eastern

Description

Pay Grade: Q

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Who We Are. We protect lives. The Georgia Department of Public Health is the lead agency entrusted by the people of Georgia to proudly protect lives and promote healthy lifestyles in diverse communities statewide. We are committed to preventing disease, injury, and disability; promoting health and well-being; and preparing the State of Georgia for responding to disasters.
 
 
What We Offer. As a member of the Georgia Department of Public Health team, you will join a passionate group of individuals who are dedicated to making an impact.  No matter your role, you will individually contribute to protecting the lives of all Georgians while receiving a wide range of benefits, so you can:

  • Make a Professional Impact – Build your career where it matters and protect lives in the community where you live, work, and play
  • Enjoy Workplace Flexibility – Experience flexibility in how you work so you can be your best self for you and Georgia Residents
  • Work with a Dynamic and Diverse Team– Collaborative and inclusive way of working where employees share ideas and leverage collective strengths 
  • Achieve Career Longevity – Countless opportunities for continuous learning/development that support a long-term career
  • Take Part in a Hands-on Working Culture – Unique culture of active engagement and problem-solving, no matter your role
  • Feel Pride in Where you Work – Be part of making an impact in public health alongside dedicated people just like you

Job Responsibilities

Oversees, develops and implements related policies and procedures. Plans, organizes, directs and coordinates the delivery of health services. Monitors and evaluates healthcare programs. Provides leadership to subordinate managers and staff.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:
Assures that community health care services are adequate, appropriate, and accessible

  • Manages Epidemiology, Environmental Health, Emergency Preparedness, Health Promotion, Performance Management & Strategy, and Women, Infants, & Children (WIC)
  • Develop long and short-term goals for the health agency and participates in the agency's strategic and operational planning
  • Interviews, hires, directs, trains, evaluates the performance of, and when necessary, disciplines and discharges health care employees
  • Maintains awareness of advances in medicine, computerized diagnostic and treatment equipment, data processing technology, government regulations, health insurance charges, and financing options
  • Directs administrative activities for health care employees
  • Monitors and evaluates the effectiveness of services and programs
  • Oversees the planning, development, scheduling, and implementation of healthcare programs and activities
  • Participates in the development and administration of budgets
  • Performs community assessments and develops policies and plans based ondata collection, activity reports, planning documents, program plans and objectives
  • Plans and organizes program structure and policies to meet organizational and programmatic objectives
  • Plans, organizes, and directs the work of the unit(s) to provide continuous active treatment to the patients served
  • Set priorities and implements goals and objectives to meet or resolve identified health problems
  • Provides leadership to subordinate managers and staff

Minimum Qualifications

Doctorate degree in a related filed from an accredited college or university AND Four years of management/supervisory experience in health care services OR Two years at the lower level (HCM013) or position equivalent
OR
Master's degree in a related field from an accredited college or university AND Five years of management/supervisory experience in health care services
OR
Bachelor's degree in a related field from an accredited college or university AND Six years of management/supervisory experience in health care services.
OR
Two years of experience at the lower level Sr Mgr, Hlth Care (HCM013) or position equivalent.
Note: Some positions may require certification and/or licensure.

Additional Information

Georgia Department of Public Health Commissioner and  leaders encourages all employees to engage in regular wellness activities and to make lifestyle choices that promote health and well-being.

The use of physical activity breaks during the workday is authorized to support this philosophy and help employees meet their wellness goals.  A maximum of 30 minutes of physical activity can be allocated per workday, typically in the form of two 15-minute breaks or one 30-minute break.

Employment Information

Current State employees are subject to State Personnel Board rules regarding salary.

DPH accepts educational credential recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) and/or the US Department of Education (DOE) as valid. DPH will contact educational institutions to verify degrees, diplomas, licensures, and other relevant credentials.

The candidate selected for this position may be subject to pre-employment drug screening and a criminal background check.

Relocation assistance is not provided.

As an employee of DPH, in the event of an identified emergency you may be required, as a term and condition of employment, to assist in meeting the emergency responsibilities of the department.

DPH is an Equal Opportunity Employer

ADA Statement

The Georgia Department of Public Health is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, and employment for individuals with disabilities.  If you require accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), email request by the closing date of this announcement to: DPH-HR@dph.ga.gov.

Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information on application status by phone or e-mail. All qualified applicants will be considered, but may not necessarily receive an interview. Selected applicants will be contacted by the hiring agency for next steps in the selection process. Applicants who are not selected will not receive notification.

This position is subject to close at any time once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified.

Standard Benefits for FULL Time Salaried Employees
In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a generous benefits package that includes a flexible schedule, training opportunities, health insurance, employee retirement plan, deferred compensation, 13 paid holidays, vacation & sick leave, dental, vision, long term care, and life insurance.
No benefits are offered for part time employees.

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The answers you provide to the supplemental questions will be used to determine if you meet the minimum qualifications for this position. Your responses pertaining to specific work experience and education must be clearly shown in the areas for work history and education on your application. Your application must be completed in full before it is submitted. We do not accept additional information after your application has been received by the Personnel Department. Do you accept these conditions?
  • Yes
  • No
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Are you a current employee of the Georgia Department of Public Health?
  • No
  • Full Time Employee
  • Part Time Employee
  • Temp or Contractor
  • Intern
  • Volunteer
03
What is your highest level of education completed?
  • Doctorate
  • Master's Degree
  • Bachelor's Degree
  • Associate's Degree
  • High School Diploma
  • GED
04
How many years of experience do you have in Public Health management?
  • None
  • Less than 1 Year
  • 1+ Years
  • 2+ Years
  • 3+ Years
  • 4+ Years
  • 5+ Years
  • More than 6 Years
05
How many years of experience do you have in program management, including creating and monitoring strategic and operational plans?
  • None
  • Less than 1 year
  • 1+ years
  • 2+ years
  • 3+ years
  • 4+ Years
  • 5+ Years
  • More than 6 Years
06
How many years of supervisory experience do you have? (Supervisory experience MUST be shown under work experience on the application.)
  • No experience
  • Less than 1 year
  • 1+ Years
  • 2+ Years
  • 3+ Years
  • 4+ Years
  • 5+ Years
  • More than 6 Years

Required Question

Employer
Georgia Department of Public Health (GA)
Address
200 Piedmont Ave, SE
West Tower
Atlanta, Georgia, 30334