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Environmental Public Health Division Director

19 days ago

Portland

Job Description:\n\nJob Title: Environmental Public Health Division Director Reports to: Director of Programs and Development Salary Range: $135,000-$155,000 Benefits: Health, Vision, & Dental Insurance, Retirement Contributions, PTO & Paid Holidays Classification: Salaried, Exempt Status: Full-Time (1.0 FTE), Regular w/ Benefits Location: Portland, OR JOB SUMMARY About the Northwest Portland Area Indian Health Board (NPAIHB) The Northwest Tribes have long recognized the need to exercise control over the design and development of health care delivery systems in their local communities. To this end, they formed the Northwest Portland Area Indian Health Board (also referred to as NPAIHB or "the Board") in 1972. Guided by a vision of "Health and Wellness for the Seventh Generation," NPAIHB is a 501(c)3 designated (non-profit) organization and Tribal organization, P.L. 93-638, under the Indian Self-Determination and Education Assistance Act (ISDEAA) serving the 43 federally recognized Tribes in the states of Idaho, Oregon, and Washington (Northwest Tribes). Tribes become voting members of the Board through resolutions passed by their governing body. Each member Tribe designates a delegate to serve on the NPAIHB Board of Directors. Led by our Board of Directors (Tribal Delegates), NPAIHB's mission is to "eliminate health disparities and improve the quality of life of American Indians and Alaska Natives (AI/AN) by supporting Northwest Tribes in their delivery of culturally appropriate, high-quality health programs and services." We have a staff of over 120 professionals dedicated to advancing Tribal health for the 7th generation in the Pacific Northwest. Position Summary The Environmental Public Health Division Director (EPHDD) is a senior leader responsible for the overall management and strategic direction of the Environmental Public Health Division (EPH Division) at the Northwest Portland Area Indian Health Board (NPAIHB). The EPHDD ensures that the EPH Division works in service to the 43 federally recognized tribes Idaho, Oregon, and Washington by meeting Division goals in alignment with NPAIHB's 2025-2030 Strategic Plan, by ensuring operational efficiency and fiscal compliance, and by fostering a positive and productive work environment. The EPHDD serves as leader and central resource for tribal environmental public health technical assistance, training, management, and quality assurance, along with leading the supervision of all NPAIHB's EPH Division programs, projects, and services. Key responsibilities include team leadership, program development and implementation, critical communication, strategic planning, financial management, and performance oversight. The EPHDD reports directly to the Director of Programs and Development and serves as a member of the Management Team. This position is based at NPAIHB's offices in Portland, Oregon; the option of teleworking may be available with approval from the Executive Director. Local travel and/or overnight travel outside of the area is required approximately 25% of the time. Essential FunctionsEnvironmental Public Health Division Excellence and SuccessEnsures that NPAIHB's Environmental Public Health programs are developed with input and direction from Northwest TribesEnsures EPH Division achieves performance deliverables and objectives set forth in contracts with Tribes and funding partners and in the NPAIHB 2025-2030 Strategic PlanWorks with Indian Health Service (IHS), federal, and state agencies to monitor and protect tribal public health systems including built and natural environments Oversees the EPH Division's planning, implementation, and evaluation of a set of comprehensive tribal environmental public health programs. Programs may include a focus on safe water, solid and hazardous waste management, food protection, pool safety, healthy homes, occupational health and safety, safe childcare environments, vector control, community injury prevention, institutional health, and tribally-based traditional ecological knowledge Oversees the EPH Division's delivery of direct environmental health services to 27 Northwest Tribes in Idaho, Oregon, and Washington including comprehensive surveys of all Indian Health Service, Bureau of Indian Affairs and Tribal facilities including schools, day care centers, gaming facilities, health facilities, and tribal businesses, etc. Monitors and reports on EPH Division accomplishments, workload trends and needs, and unmet needsSupports tribes in workforce development in a variety of areas supporting Environmental Public Health.Serves as a technical advisor to Northwest Tribes, as requested, on environmental health hazard identification, response, and mitigation Serves as Principal Investigator on research grant proposals, as applicableFormulates and interprets environmental health policy, data, and systems to enhance health outcomesSupports tribes in attainment of licensure AAAHC and JCAHO. Strengthens the field of tribal environmental public health in partnership with Northwest TribesEstablishes and maintains relationships with federal and state partners and Northwest Tribal Nations Serves as a Member of the NPAIHB Management Team*Provides organizational leadership, problem-solving, planning, advocacy, teamwork, and critical communications to NPAIHB staffCreates and maintains a culture of professional excellence, integrity, and rigorBuilds, in partnership with the Management Team, organizational strategies and policies to make efficient use of all human and financial resources, integrate programs services, and uphold the fiduciary responsibility of NPAIHB Provides updates to the Executive Director and/or Board of Directors and its Committees as requested by the Executive Director or the Director of Programs and DevelopmentRepresents the NPAIHB and its Environmental Public Health Division at tribal, state, and national meetings, conferences, events, and workgroupsAssists with special projects as assigned by the Executive Director or designee.*Upon completion of Probationary period (see "Qualifications") Supervisory ResponsibilitiesSupervises nine Environmental Public Health Division staffLeads Division-level quality improvement initiatives to strengthen programs and services, maximize performance, and meet the needs and priorities of Member Tribes and NPAIHB Delegates/Board of Directors. Promotes collaboration and learning between all NPAIHB Division projects, partners, and funding agencies to meet grant and organizational goals and objectives Evaluates staff performance and ensures that individual employee development plans result in an EPH Division which is equipped with the skills and knowledge necessary to accomplish their jobs and meet NPAIHB's strategic goals Ensures that EPH Division staff comply with organizational policies and applicable laws, rules, regulations, and standardsProvides direction, consultation, and support to EPH Division staff regarding issues related to the implementation of programs, policies, and procedures, priorities, and/or personnel concernsReceives, resolves, and reports to Director of Programs and Development any concerns or complaints related to EPH Division services or staffEnsures quality assurance and quality control over the collection, tracking, and analysis of Tribal dataUpholds the principles of Tribal Data SovereigntyEnsures human subjects protections and Institutional Review Board (IRB) compliance meets or exceeds standards for clinical-based research, surveillance, and evaluation Promotes manuscript publication among NPAIHB staff and in collaboration with Northwest Tribes Works in collaboration Director of Programs and Development and Human Resources on staff hiring and staff disciplinary procedures, as needed. Administrative and Reporting FunctionsOversees all EPH Division budgetsOversees the EPH Division's preparation and submission of all grant, project or activity reports and/or updates Drafts and/or reviews project-related external contracts Other DutiesOversees submission of EPH Division's articles for publication and external communication Performs other duties as assigned by the Director of Programs and Development and/or Executive Director or designee. Standards of ConductAct in service to the Tribes and Tribal communities we serveUphold the Mission, Values, and Vision of the NPAIHBMaintain the highest level of confidentiality with all NPAIHB information and documentationConsistently exhibit professional behavior and a high degree of personal and professional integrity and impartiality appropriate to the responsible and confidential nature of the positionExercise good judgment and initiative in performance of duties and responsibilitiesDemonstrate high emotional intelligence in the performance of all duties and responsibilitiesOrientation toward learning, innovation, service, and the building of second-line leadershipCommitment to building an organizational culture which centers NPAIHB's service to Tribes, promotes professional excellence, and builds an environment where employees grow and thriveCommitment to build an inclusive workplace across a range of identities and experiences, including (but not limited to) geography, age, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, ethnicity, class, language, disability, religion, spiritual practices, and immigration statusSee diversity as a strength, and equity as a baselineWork in a cooperative manner with all levels of management and with all NPAIHB staffEffectively plan, organize workload, and schedule time to meet workload demandsUse reasonable judgment to consistently display professional work attire during normal business hours, and/or dress appropriately for the workday, space, or event in lieu of a formal dress codeBe present, available, and responsive for meetings and calls during regular working hoursCommit to sharing knowledge and building expertise by participating in all virtual spaces in our workplace with cameras onShow consideration by communicating effectively and building collective understandingRecognize that relationships are the cornerstone of NPAIHB's work by treating all NPAIHB delegates/alternates, partners, staff, and American Indian/Alaska Native people with dignity and respectParticipate in all NPAIHB events and activities. QualificationsEducation Minimum education required:PhD (or other Doctoral degree) in Environmental Public Health, public health, or related fieldMaster's degree in environmental public health, public health, or related field AND 15 years or more of experienceProfessional licensure/credentialing as Registered Environmental Health Specialist and/or Registered Sanitarian by a state or national licensing board Additional education preferred:Certification in Infection Control (CIC)Experience Minimum experience required:Ten (10) or more years of experience with executive and project managementAt least five (5) years of experience as a Registered Environmental Health Specialist and/or Registered SanitarianAt least five (5) years of professional experience working with Tribes, Tribal Organizations, or the Indian Health systemWorking knowledge of the laws, rules, and regulations relating to environmental public health at local, state and federal level, including legislative processes Additional experience preferred:Direct experience working with Northwest TribesExperience in the planning, organization, implementation, and follow-up of public health-related coalitionsExperience with disaster and/or emergency managementExperience with ServSafe Training Required Knowledge, Skills, and AbilitiesDemonstrated knowledge, discretion, tact, judgment, and overall ability in working effectively with federal, Tribal, and other professionals, and facilitating participation and partnership in the activities of the Environmental Public Health Program, the Clinical Support Services Division, and the Northwest Portland Area Indian Health Board.Demonstrated knowledge of the Indian Self-Determination and Education Assistance Act, Indian Health Care Improvement Act, and other relevant laws, regulations, policies and rules related to Indian Health.Proficiency with computer applications (specifically Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and other Microsoft Office Suite programs)Strong technical writing skills, including good spelling and grammatical skills, and the ability to produce polished writing under a deadlineExcellent research and analysis skillsExcellent interpersonal skillsMust be sensitive to cross-cultural differences, and able to work effectively within their contextAbility to work with minimal supervision, exercise initiative, and make independent decisions and recommendationsAbility to make professional oral presentations in settings at the national, regional, and community levels, as well as in Tribal settingsAbility to complete tasks in a timely and accurate mannerAbility to travel occasionally (approximately 25% of the time) Probationary Period External applicants must agree to serve a minimum six-month probationary period during which time their employment can be terminated at will. For the purpose of evaluating job performance, internal applicants must agree to serve a minimum six-month probationary period when job duties change significantly. Worksite Location NPAIHB generally requires employees to work in its main office, located in Portland, OR. Work ConditionsPhysical Demands This position:Frequently involves sedentary work (exerting up to 10 pounds of force and/or a negligible amount of force to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body)Occasionally involves light work (exerting up to 20 pounds of force and/or up to 10 pounds of force and/or a negligible amount of force to move objects) Physical Requirements This position:Consistently requires the ability to receive detailed information through oral communication and expressing or exchanging ideas or important instructions accurately, loudly, or quicklyConstantly requires working with fingers, rather than the whole hand or armConstantly requires repetitive movement of the wrists, hands, and/or fingersOften requires walking or moving about to accomplish tasksOccasionally requires standing and/or sitting for sustained periods of timeOccasionally requires ascending or descending stairs or ramps using feet and legs and/or hands and armsOccasionally requires raising objects from a lower to a higher position, or moving objects horizontallyOccasionally requires stooping, which entails the use of the lower extremities and back musclesInfrequently requires crouching Typical Environmental Conditions The worker is frequently subject to inside and outside environmental conditions, which provide protection from weather conditions, but not necessarily from temperature changes, and is occasionally subject to outside environmental conditions. Travel Requirements Local travel and/or overnight travel outside of the area

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