Job Summary

The Environmental Resource Protection Program (ERPP) Manager II is responsible for managing services and staff within Environmental Public Health (EPH). The programs and services under this position include plan review, permitting, inspections and monitoring of On-site Septic systems, Drinking Water systems, Swimming Pools and Swim Beaches.
Program Manager II position manages program(s) and associated staff that directly impact departments and policies countywide. Incumbents are expected to handle considerable complexity in program budget process and management, with high visibility or impact on significant operations within the County. Incumbents forecast, plan, develop and implement strategies and programs to accomplish goals, priorities and objectives including managing department resources; developing, interpreting, monitoring, adjusting and implementing policies and procedures; and managing daily operations.

The Program Manager II role requires advanced expertise in broadly evaluating options, presenting plans, and uniting others in support of programs critical to the goals and objectives to ensure department’s success.

Program Manager II positions provide management services over a division/section/unit and serve as a management team leader, providing supervision and direction. Incumbents represent the department at various events such as meetings, hearings, training, and bid openings; ensure that department goals, views and positions are served; respond to the most sensitive inquiries and complaints; and resolve operational and policy issues. Sensitivity to community awareness and handling a political environment tactfully is a function of all Program Manager positions.

Reporting to the Environmental Public Health Director, the ERPP Manager II ensures the quality, effectiveness, and equitability of Environmental Public Health programs to maintain and improve health outcomes for Clark County residents and visitors. Work is performed in concert with the other ERPP and Environmental Public Health Program Managers to ensure consistency, work unit cross collaboration, strategic program development, innovative service delivery and continuous quality improvement as well as effective application of policies and regulations across all programs.

This position offers a remote hybrid work schedule, however, the candidate selected MUST reside in either Washington or Oregon. No exceptions.

Qualifications

Education and Experience:

•    Bachelor’s degree or Master’s Degree in public health, environmental science, environmental health or other relatable field.
•    Experience working with the public or customers explaining environmental or health protection requirements. At least five (5) years of related experience including supervision, or a combination of education, experience and training that demonstrates the ability to perform the work. 
•    Registration as a Sanitarian is preferred but not required.   
 

Ability to:

•    Effectively and respectively work with persons from diverse backgrounds including age, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, socioeconomic status, physical characteristics, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, veteran status, health status, genetic predisposition, political belief or mental or physical ability
•    Apply understanding and knowledge of cultural differences and similarities when working with diverse populations
•    Identify the role of cultural, social and behavioral factors in determining the delivery of Public Health services
•    Research and implement approaches to address problems that take into account racial equity in working with diverse populations
•    Recognize and address discrimination, stereotypes and stigmas in the work environment
•    Effectively plan, assign, direct and evaluate the work of others
•    Delegate responsibility and authority and assure success
•    Carry out policy directives in an effective and timely manner
•    Establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, the public, policy makers, other governmental jurisdictions, contractors, community agencies and other Clark County staff
•    Work effectively in stressful and sensitive situations
•    Mediate difficult working relationships
•    Analyze and evaluate policies, procedures, public information, and service delivery issues
•    Analyze problems, identify alternative solutions, project consequences of proposed actions, and formulate recommendations 
•    Effectively plan, direct, and delegate program components
•    Communicate clearly and concisely in writing and verbally
•    Interpret and explain policies, procedures, laws, and regulations 
•    Communicate technical information