Assistant Manager, Substance Use Prevention Program

Assistant Manager, Substance Use Prevention Program

Salary

Depends on Qualifications

Location

Houston, TX

Job Type

Grant-funded Full-time

Job Number

17033

Department

Public Health Services

Division

Community Health & Wellness

Opening Date

08/12/2026

Closing Date

9/7/2026 11:59 PM Central

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Position Description

If you're looking to be a part of a collaborative environment where your skills can make an impact, explore our current opportunities in creating a better future for public health.

About Harris County Public Health

Harris County Public Health (HCPH) includes a network of more than 1,100 public health professionals working together to improve health outcomes for the third most populous county in the United States. HCPH provides a multitude of services such as medical and dental services, community programming, and health education for the approximately 2.3 million people in unincorporated Harris County. Through its core values of innovation, engagement, and health equity, HCPH strives to bring meaningful solutions to public health issues while keeping Harris County healthy and vibrant.

This is a grant-funded position.

Our Values:

HCPH embraces a foundation of progressive work anchored by the departments cornerstone values guiding our work to improve communitys health and well-being.

• Transparency- We share information openly and honestly so that staff, partners, and the community understand our actions and the reasons behind them.
• Integrity- Our actions reflect strong ethical principles, ensuring we remain trustworthy, accountable, and consistent with our mission.
• Respect - We foster a supportive environment by valuing diverse perspectives, listening intentionally, and treating people with dignity in every interaction.
• Impact -We focus our efforts on activities that improve health, reduce disparities, and create meaningful, measurable outcomes for the communities we serve.
• Collaboration- We actively partner across teams, disciplines, organizations, and communities to align our efforts toward common goals.

Position Overview

The Substance Use Prevention (SUP) Assistant Manager oversees the day-to-day operations, administration, and implementation of the Substance Use Prevention Program under the direction of the SUP Program Manager. This position provides direct supervision of program staff, manages daily operations, supports grant implementation, fiscal and contract administration, and ensures compliance with applicable federal, state, local, and Harris County Public Health (HCPH) policies and procedures.The Assistant Manager collaborates with internal departments, community partners, healthcare organizations, public safety agencies, and other stakeholders to support evidence-based substance use prevention initiatives funded through the CDC Overdose Data to Action (OD2A) cooperative agreement and other funding sources. In the absence of the Program Manager, the Assistant Manager assumes responsibility for the programs day-to-day operations.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Provides direct oversight and direction to SUP program staff as it relates to assessment, planning, development, and implementation of the Substance Use Prevention operations. Directly covers all program operations in the absence of the SUP Program Manager.
• Directly work with the SUP Program Manager, department leadership, and external partners to design and deploy impactful approaches and framework that meet or exceed client and program requirements.
• Ensures compliance with guidelines as written in HCPH policies, procedures, program objectives and plans for the immediate community, including cost/inventory control.
• Monitors the progress of the programs grant budget, metrics & goals, and notifies program leadership of progress towards achieving those goals on a regular basis.
• Assures proper program personnel development and direction, including activities related to recruitment, selection, training, professional development, effective communication, evaluation, and discipline within SUP.
• Participates in programmatic reporting, budget preparation and management of grant funds.
• Collaborates with partners (internal and external) to meet program deliverables.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer

https://hrrm.harriscountytx.gov/Pages/EqualEmploymentOpportunityPlan.aspx

If you need special services or accommodations, please call (713) 274-5445 or email ADACoordinator@bmd.hctx.net

This position is subject to a criminal history check. Only relevant convictions will be considered and, even when considered, may not automatically disqualify the candidate.

Requirements

Education:

• Bachelors degree in Public Health, Healthcare Administration, Public Administration, Health Education, Social Work, Business Administration, or a related field.

Experience:

• At least three (3) years of progressively responsible experience in public health, healthcare, behavioral health, substance use prevention, or the management of grant-funded programs.
• At least two (2) years of supervisory or team leadership experience, including personnel management, staff development, performance management, and budget or grant administration.
• Experience managing or supporting federally or state-funded public health programs and collaborating with community partners.

Licenses/Certifications:

• Valid Texas Driver License upon hire.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Proficient in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Excellent communication skills (verbal & written).
• Excellent time management and organizational skills.
• Demonstrates respect for the opinions and beliefs of others.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality when dealing with sensitive information.
• Ability to maintain high ethical standards while working with clients & stakeholders.
• Knowledge of Substance addiction and mental health in underserved communities.

Core Competencies:

• Data Analytics and Assessment Skills: Ability to use data to analyze community health needs and support decisions that improve community health outcomes.

• Communication Skills: This competency focuses on using clear and effective communication to engage audiences, address misinformation, and build trust, supporting informed decisions and stronger public health outcomes.

• Health Advancement Skills:This competency focuses on applying principles of equity, diversity, and inclusion to public health, addressing systemic barriers, and promoting fair access to resources for healthier communities.

• Community Partnership Skills: This competency focuses on collaborating with communities to address the systems and policies affecting health, fostering engagement, shared ownership, and sustainable improvements in well-being.

• Public Health Science Skills:This competency focuses on using public health science and evidence-based approaches to develop and improve policies and programs, ensuring effective delivery of the 10 Essential Public Health Services.

NOTE: Qualifying education, experience, knowledge, and skills must be documented on your job application. You may attach a resume to the application as supporting documentation but ONLY information stated on the application will be used for consideration. "See Resume" will not be accepted for qualifications.

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General Information

Position Type and Typical Hours of Work:

• This is a full-time, grant-funded position.
• Days and hours of work are typically Monday through Friday from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm.
• Must be willing to flex work hours when required, including after hours and weekends.
• Able to travel within Harris County as needed.

Work Environment:

• This job operates in a professional office & community environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computer, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.

Physical Demands:

• This role requires the ability to lift, carry, push, pull up to 20 pounds and bending & standing for periods at a time.

Work Location:

• Harris County Public Health: 1111 Fannin St. Houston, Texas. 77002.

Employment may be contingent on passing a drug screen and meeting other standards.

Due to a high volume of applications positions may close prior to the advertised closing date or at the discretion of the Hiring Department.

HARRIS COUNTY EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

Harris County offers a highly competitive benefits program, featuring a comprehensive group health plan and defined benefit retirement plan.

The following benefits are offered only to Harris County employees in regular (full-time) positions:

Health & Wellness Benefits

• Medical Coverage
• Dental Coverage
• Vision Coverage
• Wellness Plan
• Life Insurance
• Long-Term Disability (LTD) Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Healthcare Flexible Spending Account
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account

Paid Time Off (PTO)

• Ten (10) days of vacation leave per year (accrual rate increases after 5 years of service)
• Eleven (11) County-observed holidays
• One (1) floating holiday per year
• Paid Parental Leave*
• Sick Leave

Retirement Savings Benefit

• 457 Deferred Compensation Plan

The following benefits are available to Harris County employees in full-time and select part-time positions:

• Professional learning & development opportunities
• Retirement pension (TCDRS defined benefit plan)
• Flexible work schedule*
• METRO RideSponsor Program*
• Participation may vary by County department. The employee benefits plans of Harris County are extended to all eligible participants across various departments with the exception of the Harris County Community Supervision and Corrections Department, for which the cited Health & Wellness Benefits are administered through the State of Texas.

In accordance with the Harris County Personnel Regulations, group health and related benefits are subject to amendment or discontinuance at any time. Harris County Commissioners Court reserves the right to make benefit modifications on the Countys behalf as needed.

For plan details, visit the Harris County Benefits & Wellness website:

www.benefitsathctx.com

01

Which of the following best describes your highest level of education completed as it relates to this position?

• High School or Equivalent
• Associates Degree
• Bachelors Degree
• Masters Degree or higher
• N/A; No Degree

02

If you selected a degree in response to the previous question, which of the following disciplines best relates to your degree most relevant to this position?

• Public Health
• Healthcare Administration
• Public Administration
• Health Education
• Social Work
• Business Administration
• Other Related Field
• Non-Related Field
• N/A; No Degree

03

Please provide details about your verifiable experience in progressively responsible experience in public health, healthcare, behavioral health, substance use prevention, or the management of grant-funded programs. DO NOT USE "Please see Resume" or "See Resume" (To be considered, qualifying experience must be documented in your applications employment history) Please include your (a) roles, (b) types of organizations, (c) scope of duties and responsibilities, (d) employment dates (ex. MM/YYYY to MM/YYYY). If you do not have this experience, please type "None" in the space provided.

04

Which of the following best describes your verifiable experience in progressively responsible experience in public health, healthcare, behavioral health, substance use prevention, or the management of grant-funded programs. (To be considered, the qualifying experience must be documented in your applications employment history)

• Less than three (3) years.
• Three (3) years or more.
• I do not have this experience.

05

Please provide details about your verifiable experience in of supervisory or team leadership experience, including personnel management, staff development, performance management, and budget or grant administration. DO NOT USE "Please see Resume" or "See Resume" (To be considered, qualifying experience must be documented in your applications employment history) Please include your (a) roles, (b) types of organizations, (c) scope of duties and responsibilities, (d) employment dates (ex. MM/YYYY to MM/YYYY). If you do not have this experience, please type "None" in the space provided.

06

Which of the following best describes your verifiable experience in of supervisory or team leadership experience, including personnel management, staff development, performance management, and budget or grant administration. (To be considered, the qualifying experience must be documented in your applications employment history)

• Less than two (2) years
• Two (2) years or more.
• I do not have this experience.

07

Please provide details about your verifiable experience in experience managing or supporting federally or state-funded public health programs and collaborating with community partners. DO NOT USE "Please see Resume" or "See Resume" (To be considered, qualifying experience must be documented in your applications employment history) Please include your (a) roles, (b) types of organizations, (c) scope of duties and responsibilities, (d) employment dates (ex. MM/YYYY to MM/YYYY). If you do not have this experience, please type "None" in the space provided.

08

This role requires a Valid Drivers License (Texas upon hire). Do you have a Valid Drivers License?

• I have a valid Texas driver's license.
• I have a valid driver's license from another state but can obtain a Texas license upon hire.
• I do not have a valid driver's license.

Required Question

Employer Harris County

Address 1111 Fannin St

Ste. 600

Houston, Texas, 77002

Phone 713-274-5445

Website https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/harriscountytx