Lead Transformational Public Health Initiatives Across Western North Carolina.
MAHEC is seeking a strategic and mission-driven leader passionate about improving community health and shaping the future healthcare workforce for the role of Administrative Director for the Department of Community and Public Health to lead high-impact programs, community partnerships, educational initiatives, and grant-funded projects that advance health outcomes across Western North Carolina. This influential leadership role offers the opportunity to drive innovation, develop and mentor talented teams, steward critical resources, and collaborate with regional stakeholders to create lasting change. If you excel at strategic planning, operational leadership, relationship building, and inspiring others around a shared vision, we invite you to join MAHEC in making a meaningful difference in the communities we serve.
Candidates must include a resume and cover letter to proceed in consideration.
JOB SUMMARY:
The Department of Community and Public Health Administrative Director is responsible for strategic planning and implementation, program management, oversight of processes and procedures, and supervision of staff. This position is responsible for leading and managing the financial and operational aspects of the Department of Community and Public Health including pathway programming, grants, and community outreach. Leads all aspects of assigned departments including budget management, human resource management, strategic planning, continuous improvement, and resource allocation. Ensures that programming aligns with NC AHEC goals and strategic plans. Leads the Rural Health Initiative, Center for Health Professions Education, and the Community Health Transformation Division.
SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:
Implement strategic and operational plans for the department’s programs, grants, and evaluation needs in collaboration with the leadership at UNC Health Sciences, MAHEC and partners in the communities of Western North Carolina.
Create infrastructure and ensure that streamlined processes are in place and are regularly refined.
Create and track data and metrics for individual programs and the department overall.
Provides oversight to departmental leaders to guide work and to achieve strategic objectives.
Partner with both internal and external leaders to develop key relationships that impact the department’s initiatives and areas of focus.
Train and develop team members; build relationships with regional stakeholders, practices, and community organizations.
Meet regularly with the Chair to review budget, productivity, grant and contract obligations, deadlines and assign tasks to individuals and teams.
Establish timelines, teams and individuals to accommodate new work.
Manage Budget and all aspects of Human Resources.
Collaborate effectively with other leaders in the organization to triage and prioritize the activities of the department staff in support of the entire organization.
Assess and identify shared resources to support learners across all program areas to ensure equitable access and sustainability.
Regularly monitor, evaluate, and report on progress toward departmental and program goals.
Create a vibrant, inclusive, and collaborative culture for learners.
Develop and track metrics to assess the quality and impact of learner experiences, student services, and departmental activities.
Under direction of the chair, consult with and enter into collaborative agreements with experts outside the organization, including for grant funding.
KEY COMPETENCIES:
Communication Skills
Effectively and respectably communicate with other individuals, whether it be a colleague, patient, or patient’s family member and appropriately enumerate information in a manner easily understood by all parties. We do this to foster a culture of understanding between all parties, especially in complex and difficult situations, to ultimately provide the best care possible to our…