Description

The County of Mendocino is seeking an innovative and community-oriented County Health Officer (CHO) to serve as the county’s chief public health strategist, developing and implementing health policy, overseeing public health preparedness efforts, and ensuring community health initiatives meet the needs of all residents. Working closely with local tribal health organizations, community clinics, and other critical partners, the CHO will foster a cohesive healthcare system that supports a diverse population. Their role will encompass medical oversight of programs for communicable disease control, environmental health, and maternal and child health.

Under the direction of the Health Services Director, the County Health Officer ensures enforcement of California statutes, regulations, and local ordinances pertaining to the protection of public health; oversees public health programs as pre-scribed by the California Department of Public Health; advises the Board of Supervisors and Health Services Director concerning community health issues; assesses and reports on the County’s health status; and, provides leadership in developing health policy for the County and the community.

As a key member of the department’s executive team, the CHO will advise the Board of Supervisors, and work closely with the Director of Nursing, the Disaster Services Nurse in charge of emergency preparedness, and two supporting Deputy Health Officers—who specialize in communicable disease and children’s services, respectively. The CHO will supervise health education initiatives, collaborate with healthcare providers, and ensure the delivery of quality health services, including for juvenile hall. The CHO will also work closely with local agencies, other County departments, and participate on state and national health boards and committees. 

View the full recruitment flyer here

To be considered for this career opportunity, please submit a completed County application and resume through 
the County’s website www.mendocinocounty.gov/jobs

Requirements

Education and Experience:
Possession of a Doctor of Medicine degree or a Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine degree issued by an accredited medical school in good standing. 

AND Possession of a valid California Physician license and current board certification in a recognized field of medicine.

AND Six (6) years of professional experience in a public health setting, including one year of administrative and supervisory responsibility. 

OR An equivalent combination of directly related, progressively responsible education, training, and experience performing duties that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

A Master's degree in Public Health or completion of a preventive medicine residency is highly desirable.

Other Requirements:
Incumbent shall not have an ownership interest in any corporation, partnership, or other entity engaged in any private practice of medicine, nor engage in any private practice of medical service.

Licenses and Certifications*:

• Valid Driver's License
• Possession of a valid physician's and surgeon's license issued by the State of California either through the Board of Medical Quality Assurance or the Board of Osteopathic Examiners to practice medicine in the State of California.

*Any license, certification, or registration required for this position shall be maintained (i.e. active and in good standing) at all times for continued employment with Mendocino County.