The Health District Manager is a regional leadership position within the Arkansas Department of Health responsible for providing technical assistance, monitoring program implementation, and promoting public health initiatives across a seven-county health district. This role directs operations at local health units, ensuring agency programs are executed effectively and in alignment with state and federal guidelines, and serves as the primary liaison between the district and ADH central office leadership.
Key qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in public health, health administration, environmental health, nursing, social work, life sciences, or related field, plus three years of public health, administrative, or program co
- Skilled in operational planning, priority setting, and resource coordination
- Knowledge of Arkansas public health laws, administrative rules, and federal funding guidelines
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Valid Arkansas Driver's License and ability to carry cell phone 24/7/365
- Master's degree in Public Health preferred; supervisory/leadership and program management experience preferred