Job Description
Join Metro Nashville's urgent mission to safeguard community health! We're seeking a dynamic Public Health Administrator to lead critical initiatives in disease prevention and emergency response. This high-impact role requires immediate deployment to address pressing public health challenges in our growing metropolitan area. Enjoy competitive benefits, professional development opportunities, and the chance to make tangible differences in residents' lives. Apply now to become part of Nashville's frontline defense against health crises.
Responsibilities
- Oversee infectious disease surveillance and outbreak response protocols
- Develop community vaccination programs with strategic implementation plans
- Coordinate multi-agency health emergency operations during critical incidents
- Analyze public health data to inform policy recommendations and resource allocation
- Manage grant-funded health initiatives ensuring compliance with federal/state regulations
- Lead public health education campaigns targeting underserved populations
- Supervise cross-functional teams of health professionals and support staff
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Public Health or related field required
- Minimum 5 years experience in public health administration
- Certified in Public Health (CPH) or equivalent credential
- Proven crisis management and emergency response leadership
- Expertise in health data analysis and epidemiological reporting
- Strong grant writing and budget management skills
- Tennessee driver's license with clean record
- Ability to work flexible hours during public health emergencies