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Deputy Director, Division of Health Services

Kenosha County
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DEPUTY DIRECTOR

Division of Health Services

 

Are you a visionary leader with a passion for public health and community well-being? Kenosha County Public Health is seeking a Deputy Director to oversee daily operations, manage critical programs, and ensure the department thrives in its mission to serve the public.  This senior leadership role offers the chance to drive meaningful change, champion public health initiatives, and implement policies that improve lives.

 

Apply today and be a leader in driving community health forward!

2027 Hiring Range:  $97,323 - $115,861 annually

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The Deputy Director of Kenosha County Health Services is the second-most senior leadership position that helps guide the day-to-day operations of Kenosha County Public Health (KCPH). This position is responsible for managing staff, ongoing data management, creating and implementing policies & procedures, monitoring grant programs and projects, and ensuring the Department of Human Services and the Division of Health Services meet their goals. Job duties include:

Divisional Operations & Staff Supervision

  • At the discretion of the Health Officer/Director, direct the day-to-day operations of the division in compliance with all applicable federal, state and local statutes, grants, codes, rules and regulations pertaining to public health
  • Serve in short- and long-term capacity as Health Officer/Director in their absence
  • Coordinate with other County leaders and within the community
  • Co-lead operations of a Level III local Health Division in accordance with Wisconsin State Statutes and Rules, in concert with the Health Officer
  • Help develop and manage the division and program-level budgets; understand appropriate use of funds and budget cycles
  • Attend meetings for Health Officer as required and needed to promote public health
  • Represent KCPH before the County Board and Committees as required
  • Prepare and submit local, state, and federal health reports as required
  • Maintain a safe work environment and follow all safety rules and regulations
  • Use principles of public health law, including local and state laws, in the planning, implementation, and enforcement of public health initiatives
  • Ensure adherence and compliance to the policies and procedures of the federal Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) regarding protected health information
  • Provides direct supervision and performance evaluation for the Public Health Preparedness Coordinator, student interns/fellow and division contractors
  • Lead the division's staff recruitment and retention needs, including professional development and mentoring while fostering a positive workplace culture
  • Ensure regular, effective performance management of staff
  • In collaboration with Human Resources, oversee the hiring of qualified staff that meet all regulatory requirements and write and review division’s job descriptions

Quality Improvement & Data Collection and Analysis

  • Coordinate data analysis and outcome evaluation by adhering to and integrating findings from data into organizational operations to improve health for individuals, families, and communities; identify and interpret emerging trends in public health
  • Utilize data analysis and data visualization software, such as PowerPivot, SAS or Tableau, to correlate, integrate, analyze, and interpret various types of information
  • Develop reports based on KCPH data to local, state & federal stakeholders
  • Manage sensitive health databases including collection, cleansing, storing, and maintenance of data from multiple sources across different platforms
  • Implement data collection methods and tools to evaluate the effectiveness of programs and services
  • Identify populations negatively and disproportionately impacted by events and crisis and the conditions, systems and structures that support these outcomes
  • Ensure the equitable consideration of the role of cultural, social, and behavioral determinants of health in the accessibility and delivery of public health
  • Lead the coordination and implementation of population-based assessment via the Community Health Assessment (CHA) and Community Health Improvement Plan (CHIP) along with other health care and community partners ensuring partnerships are in place to improve programmatic and operational effectiveness
  • Provide leadership for all base public health tenants including strategic planning initiatives within the organization
  • Assess team/unit strategic plans assuring that such plans are consistent with overall division priorities and are used to inform the division’s budget
  • Identify quality improvement opportunities to drive strong performance for teams
  • Ensure implementation of evidence-informed and emergency practices to address factors impacting population health
  • Apply evidence-based public health programs and services to improve population health
  • Review scientific evidence related to public health issues, concerns, interventions, and evidence based or evidence-informed practices

 

Grants Management & Strategic Leadership

  • In collaboration with KCPH Executive Team, provide leadership and management to ensure work products are of high quality and completed in a timely manner while meeting divisional and team strategic plans and goals of population health team
  • Ensure development of monthly, quarterly, and annual reports
  • Seek, research, review and recommend funding opportunities at the federal, state, local, and private foundation level to promote existing and new public health programs
  • Write grant and contract proposals; monitor grant and contract progress, outcomes, and metrics against targets and grant objectives
  • Embed equity principles and innovative practice into the culture of the division
  • Develop policies and processes that translate mission and vision into action
  • Ensure onboarding and training to aid workforce development including participation in broader divisional meetings and activities such as CHIP
  • Assist with developing and implementing policies or strategies to improve the physical, environmental, social, and economic conditions affecting health in Kenosha County

Success Factors

Knowledge of:

  • Epidemiology and related methods of public health research and practice
  • Ten Essential Public Health Services (i.e., using root cause analysis and other methods and tools) and Core Functions of Public Health Practice
  • Relevant laws, codes, and regulations of a Level III local health office
  • Principles of administration and personnel management
  • Principles of budget preparation and administration
  • Mathematical and statistical concepts (probability and statistical inference, linear and logistic regression, and non-parametric survival analysis); ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, proportions, odds ratios, and rate ratios to practical situations
  • Local governmental public health programs, practices, and responsibilities

Skill in:

  • Organizational management and leadership, delegation, and time management
  • Strong written and verbal communication
  • Conflict resolution
  • Development of program and grant budgets and operating programs within budget; cost-benefit and return on investment
  • Analyze and solve problems by collecting data, establishing facts, and drawing valid conclusions
  • SQL, SPSS, SAS, SharePoint, Tableau, Microsoft Power BI, geographic information systems (GIS), and Quick Base
  • Comprehending complex information presented in mathematical or diagram form and assimilating abstract and concrete variables
  • Interpreting empirical research from professional journals, technical procedures, and government regulations
  • Successful strategic development & planning
  • Internet use and Microsoft Office Suite including Access, Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint
  • Critical thinking, systems thinking, analytical and problem-solving as well as sound judgment
  • Quality improvement processes
  • Program and project management

Ability to:

  • Effectively plan, organize, and manage competing priorities and challenges under pressure
  • Engage, establish, and maintain collaborative partnerships with multi-cultural/multi-disciplinary staff, management, community partners, and the public
  • Lead and develop a diverse workforce and promote a sense of belonging for all staff
  • Maintain professionalism at all times
  • Maintain confidentiality and serve the public with honesty and integrity
  • Articulate and promote a vision for public health
  • Develop and motivate others
  • Effectively work in a team environment that promotes coaching, training, and positive feedback to improve individual performance and customer satisfaction
  • Operate with a high degree of flexibility, initiative and attention to detail
  • Work respectfully with a variety of constituents

Job Requirements, Education, Training and Experience

Required Education and Experience

  • Bachelor’s degree in public health, epidemiology, public administration, biostatistics or related field
  • 5 years’ experience in management/leadership in a public health and/or medical facility

Preferred Education and Experience

  • Master’s degree in public health, epidemiology, public administration, biostatistics or related field
  • Bilingual fluency – English and Spanish

Other Job Requirements

  • Valid driver’s license, acceptable driving record, and current certificate of vehicle insurance
  • Access to a personal vehicle for use in the performance of the job
  • Occasional and flexible weekend and evening work
  • Perform other work as required or assigned including but not limited to a 24/7 response during public health emergency situations such as disease outbreak, foodborne outbreak, natural disaster, or any chemical, biological, nuclear, or radiological event

Benefits

  • Health, dental and vision insurance effective first of month following 30 days of employment with the ability to reduce premium contribution through participation in a wellness program
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Paid Time Off
  • Paid Volunteer Time
  • Twelve Paid Holidays
  • Retirement Plan: Participation in the Wisconsin Retirement System which includes county-paid life insurance
  • Tuition Reimbursement

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

  • The position may involve light physical demands, such as exerting up to 25 pounds of force occasionally, and up to 10 pounds of force frequently

Selection Process

  • Application Review - Qualifying
  • Oral Interview - Qualifying
  • Background Check - Qualifying
  • TB Test and Drug Screen - Qualifying

If you require accommodations at any point in the selection process because of a disability, please notify Human Resources in advance for arrangements.

To learn more about Kenosha County Public Health, please visit:  https://www.kenoshacountywi.gov/297/Public-Health

Applications must be submitted no later than Monday, November 30, 2026, at 12:00 noon.

Kenosha County is a Wisconsin Retirement System participating employer.  Your participation is required, which includes an employee contribution.

The pay grade for this position is E13 (Min. $97,323 – Max. $134,398 annually).

We are located in Kenosha County, an expanding community along the shores of Lake Michigan and less than an hour away from Milwaukee and Chicago.  To see why Kenosha County is a great place to live, work, and play, please visit:  https://www.visitkenosha.com/ or https://lifebalancedkenosha.com/.

Thank you for your interest in employment with Kenosha County!