ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR, HEALTH PROTECTION & RESPONSE - Public Health

ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR, HEALTH PROTECTION & RESPONSE - Public Health

Salary

$109,022.94 - $119,925.26 Annually

Location

Tarrant County, TX

Job Type

Regular Full-time

Job Number

11277

Department

Public Health

Opening Date

10/19/2026

Closing Date

11/19/2026 11:59 PM Central

• Description
• Benefits
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Summary

THIS POSITION IS GRANT FUNDED

The Associate Health Protection and Response Director will be responsible for assisting with the daily functions of Public Health, including overseeing managers of Environmental Health Services, North Texas Regional Laboratory and Epidemiology. Provides support to the Director in leadership and management of Environmental Health North Texas Regional Laboratory and Epidemiology that is in alignment with the Directors vision and organizational values. Ensures compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws and policies. Keep Director abreast of changes in regulatory activities and closures on a daily basis. Serves as expert on Texas Health and Safety Code regarding Environmental Health, North Texas Regional Laboratory and Epidemiology.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Supervises one or more employees in the Public Health department. Responsible for the overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of these employee(s). Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the county's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employee(s); planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.?

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Provides assistance to the Director in formulating area-specific policies.
• Recommends to the Director area staffing levels and individuals to be employed, promoted, and terminated.
• Oversees and monitors approved budgets.
• Assists in effective research and planning efforts to guide in program development and achievement of its goals.
• Provides direct supervision of Environmental Health, North Texas Regional Laboratory and Epidemiology.
• Oversees customer service and investigation of complaints.
• Oversees the coordination and development of plans for Preparedness in Conjunction with the Office of Emergency Management.
• Testifies in court as part of law enforcement, rules and regulations.
• Represents Environmental Health, North Texas Regional Laboratory and Epidemiology Departments at meetings.
• Provides technical assistance to the Director.
• Assists with development and implementation of area short- and long-term goals.
• Represent Environmental Health and North Texas Regional Laboratory in leadership activities.
• Performs all other related duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

• Excellent customer service and communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Must be able to stay organized and know how to prioritize the workload.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Competency with computers and Microsoft Office 365 Suite.
• Advanced analytical skills.
• Ability to problem solve and plan activities.
• Possess strong health system management knowledge.
• Possess strategic thinking and planning skills and passion for public health.
• Organized, critical thinker with time management skills.
• Comfortable working with businesses, Elected Officials, General Public and regulatory agencies to achieve goals.

Minimum Requirements

• Masters degree in environmental science or related field.
• Seven (7) years of experience in public health or a related field.
• Four (4) years in management

Preferred Requirements:

• Registered Sanitarian and Texas public health experience.

Physical Demands and Work Environment & Other Requirements

While performing the duties of this position, the incumbent may be required to bend, hear, keyboard, sit, stand, talk, work alone and with others, and work overtime. Must be able to lift up to 25lbs.?

Tarrant County offers a full range of employee benefit programs for eligible employees, retirees, and their families. These programs include group health plans for medical, dental, and vision coverage; an Employee Assistance Program (EAP); life and long- term disability insurance; and flexible spending accounts for health care and dependent care reimbursements. The County also provides retirement benefits. Full time employees participate in the Texas County & District Retirement System (TCDRS), and employees may also participate in a retirement savings program (Deferred Compensation). In addition to these "basic employee benefits" and retirement services, employees benefit from a variety of other programs including 13 paid holidays, a Wellness Program, and more.

• Note: These benefits are for Tarrant County employees only. For benefit information regarding Community Supervision and Corrections Department (CSCD) employees, please contact Patrice Smith at (817) 884-1227.

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Do you have a masters degree in environmental science or related field?

• Yes
• No

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Do you have seven (7) years experience in public health or a related field?

• Yes
• No

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Do you have four (4) years experience in management?

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer Tarrant County

Address 100 E. Weatherford Suite 301

Fort Worth, Texas, 76196-0105

Phone (817) 884-1188

Website http://www.tarrantcountytx.gov