New Job Director Health Operations In Minnesota

Position Description

The Director of Health Operations is responsible for ensuring that the basic elements of the Health Department are implemented in an efficient and effective manner. This position oversees the core infrastructure, including administrative, legislative, financial, and operational functions, which are essential to the department's community-focused work. Additionally, this position maintains highly productive teams that can support staff in their programmatic work across all service areas within the agency.

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  It will not be filled, so this position is open for applications. The hiring authority has the discretion to determine the maximum number of individuals eligible for review and interview.

The City:
The City of Minneapolis operates with an Executive Mayor-Legislative Council form of government. The Mayor and 13 City Council members from individual wards are elected for concurrent four-year terms. The annual budget is $1.2billion, with approximately 4,100 employees. Minneapolis has faced many challenges over the past few years and is looking for employees committed to positive change.

Minneapolis:
Minneapolis is the largest city in Minnesota and is nationally recognized as a progressive city with a strong economy and a highly engaged and diverse populace. Minneapolis is well positioned for continued growth and prominence. Minneapolis is a major city in Minnesota that forms the "Twin Cities" with the neighboring state capital of St. Paul. Bisected by the Mississippi River, it's known for its parks and lakes.

Work Location:
This position may be eligible for flexible work arrangements, including hybrid work with some days working remotely and some days working in the office.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the Commissioner of Health, the Deputy Commissioner and the Finance Department to manage the department's annual budget request process.
• Monitor and coordinate the collection and distribution of grant funds, which make up 60-80% of the department's budget each year, through the Contracts and Grants Management team.
• Assist in the signing of agreements, memos, and other formal documents as a signatory for the department's.
• Maintain compliance with state and federal financial reporting requirements and audits as required. Assistance is provided to meet these obligations.
• Ensure coordination with human resources to oversee the department's hiring and workforce strategy.
• oversee the departmental administrative support teams, as well as the permitting and licensing department which generates revenue.
• To ensure proper financial management and prepare for future changes, Accounting and Budget Analysts meet with their members monthly.
• Working with Property Services staff to create leases for external areas if required.
• Manage the department's legislative affairs and serve as the official spokesperson for the Council on proposed actions, resolutions, and ordinance changes.
• Organize the strategic planning process within the department and establish appropriate work groups.
• Oversee the implementation of compliance measures in fleet management, safety and security policy (HR), data practices, and legal requirements.
• Cooperation with the Deputy Commissioner of Public Health Initiatives and Operations to ensure that department-specific guidelines for maintaining public health accreditation are documented and reported. 3.
• The Deputy Commissioner of Public Health Initiatives, the Certification Coordinator, and the Assistant Commissioner are responsible for creating procedures and protocols to improve the departmental quality and performance management.'
• Handle reports and communicate effectively with state and federal grant/contract managers.
• Provide counsel to the department on behalf of external advocacy and professional organizations such as the Local Public Health Association.

Required Qualifications

Equivalency: An equivalent combination of education and experience closely related to the duties of the position MAY be considered.

Required: An updated resume is required to be considered for this position.

Background Check: The City has determined that a criminal background check and/or qualifications check may be necessary for certain positions with this job title. Applicants may be required to sign an informed consent form allowing the City to obtain their criminal history and/or verify their qualifications in connection with the position sought. Applicants who do not sign the informed consent form will not be further considered for the position.

Interview Selection: The hiring authority reserves the right to determine the maximum number of candidates to review and interview. We will first look at candidates on 5/19/2023.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Sense the importance of managing individuals with distinct job functions and varying duties.
• Significant experience in managing a political stake and communicating with the executive branch, elected officials (including Alaskans), foreign policy makers, and citizens.
• Developed knowledge of confidential financial and strategic data.
• A high level of strategic thinking and planning is required to maintain the department's success.
• Experience and familiarity with implementing federal grant guidance.
• Understanding of government procurement procedures, budgeting and evaluation, human resource management, policy analysis and development, ethical principles for developing and implementing policies, employee performance monitoring, quality control, and health equity principles. All are welcome.

Benefits Summary
Our employees enjoy competitive salaries and generous benefits. We pride ourselves on a comprehensive benefits program that supports employees' health and financial well-being.
Programs, resources, and benefit eligibility varies based on position, average hours worked, location and length of service. For detailed benefits information, please visit the benefits page.

New The duration of paid parental leave is 12 weeks.?
City employees are eligible for up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave in the event of a birth or placement for adoption of a child.

Insurance
Health insurance
Eligibility for benefits begins the first of the month following employment date. The City of Minneapolis offers eligible employees one plan design with a choice of six provider networks, allowing you to select the best option for you. Available plans include Medica Choice Passport, Medica Elect, VantagePlus with Medica, Park Nicollet First with Medica, Ridgeview Community Network powered by Medica, and Clear Value with Medica.

Dental insurance
The City of Minneapolis offers dental insurance through Delta Dental of Minnesota and pays 100% of the monthly premium for eligible employees.

Benefits
Paid time off
Our generous leave package includes vacation, holidays and paid sick leave, which gives employees the opportunity to enhance their quality of life outside work. Amounts and accrual rates are based on years of experience and collective bargaining agreements.

Retirement
City employees earn a pension and may choose to participate in additional retirement savings programs.

• Pension: The City of Minneapolis participates in the Public Employees Retirement Association (PERA). Employees and the City both contribute a percentage of your pay to fund future benefits.
• Deferred compensation: Employees may choose to participate in pre-tax or after-tax savings plans through the Minnesota State Retirement System (MSRS).

Transportation
Eligible City employees may choose to participate in the following transportation programs:

• Metropass: The Metropass program allows eligible employees to enroll in a pass for unlimited bus or light rail rides at a discounted price.
• Parking or Van Pool: The City of Minneapolis Transportation Benefits Plan gives you options to pay certain commuting costs-such as qualified parking and van pool expenses-with pre-tax dollars

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Learning and development
To engage and develop employees, the City of Minneapolis offers classes in leadership, cultural agility, change management and more. Additionally, educational discounts at Augsburg University, Hamline University and St. Mary's University of Minnesota are available to City employees.

Other perks
Employees can also take advantage of optional life insurance, flexible spending accounts, the Employee Assistance Program (Download PDF reader), technology discounts and more.