Responsibilities encompass the planning, organization, and administration of field service delivery systems for a variety of programs.
Supervision is exercised over a large staff of professional, technical, and clerical employees.
Duties are performed under the direction of the Local Public Health Services Director, but with need for extensive interaction with other program directors in the Human Services Agency and community and with members of the State's medical community. Ensures compliance with Federal agencies and the Division of Medical Services. Recommends district organization structure, office locations and staffing patterns of each. Coordinates operation issues involving environmental health, epidemiological or dental issues with appropriate division directors. Recommends new or revised outreach procedures and casework practices as appropriate.