SAN JUAN BASIN PUBLIC HEALTH CLASS SPECIFICATION

Chief Strategy Officer

JOB FAMILY BAND/GRADE/SUBGRADE FLSA STATUS

Management E81 Exempt

CLASS SUMMARY:

This class is the second level in a three-level Series. Incumbents serve as a high- level leader and strategist devoted to the management and administration of divisions and functions, reporting to the , but working in close collaboration with the Deputy Director of Operations and the Deputy Director of Administrative Services. Incumbents apply advanced management principles to formulate, facilitate and communicate the organization’s vision, initiatives and goals. Incumbents; represent SJBPH; act as an advisor to the and to the Board of Health; develop and implement programs critical to SJBPH; and exercise control and supervision of multiple assigned functions and/or divisions and significant resources/assets. Within the incumbant’s designated division, managerial oversight and responsibilities cross multiple functional units within the organization. The position is responsible for program outcomes across a designated department, as assigned. Incumbents supervise management staff including overseeing and conducting performance evaluations, coordinating training; and implementing hiring, discipline and termination procedures.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES: This class specification represents only the core areas of responsibilities; specific position assignments will vary depending on the needs of SJBPH. Supervises staff including overseeing and conducting performance evaluations, coordinating training; and implementing hiring, discipline and termination procedures.

Provides oversight and directs the implementation of operations, programs and functions of designated offices; provides strategic planning, coordinating, administering, and evaluation of programs, processes, systems, and services; prioritizes projects and initiatives in alignment with organizational goals and objectives; Provides guidance and oversight for crosscutting foundational capabilities including: assessment & planning, communications, policy development, partnerships, emergency preparedness and response, social determinants of health, and health equity, providing the capacity and expertise needed to support public health programs Interprets and assesses public health laws, policies and procedures regarding agency operations in compliance with statutes, ordinances, rules and regulations. Serves as the liaison to legal counsel and as the advisor to the chief executive officer and to the Board of Health. Informs and implements policies to meet the community’s health needs. Serves as a primary and expert resource for developing, establishing and maintaining evidence-informed public health policy recommendations that support individual, community and environmental health efforts. Researches and analyzes policies, including legislation, rules, regulations, internal policies, etc. Utilizes evidence-informed data and analytics to assess policy recommendations for unintended consequences or disparate impact.

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SAN JUAN BASIN PUBLIC HEALTH CLASS SPECIFICATION

Chief Strategy Officer

Establishe, utilizes and maintains continuous quality improvement processesintegrated into organizational practice, programs and interventions, which align with the national Public Health Accreditation Board (PHAB) Standards. Leads the development, coordinatation, implemention and evaluation of an agency strategic plan that defines and determines the agency’s roles, priorities and direction.

Follows accountability, performance and quality standards in accordance with local, state, and federal laws, regulations and policies, including performance standards, performance management standards, descriptive standards and/or quality standards. Represents the Agency in a variety of community groups, agencies and professional organizations and promotes collaboration to achieve organizational strategic goals and objectives;

Provides and presents communications and updates on organizational programs, activities, and initiatives.

Develops, administers and oversees budget. Reviews financial statements, monitors and approves expenditures and ensures compliance. Oversees and/or negotiates contracts.

Drives and maintains the ability to operate a motor vehicle as required in the provision of assigned duties.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES: This class specification represents only the core areas of responsibilities; specific position assignments will vary depending on the needs of SJBPH. Performs other duties of a similar nature and level as assigned.

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SAN JUAN BASIN PUBLIC HEALTH CLASS SPECIFICATION

Chief Strategy Officer

POSITION SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES MIGHT INCLUDE:

Positions assigned to the Strategy Office may be responsible for: ▪ Ensuring the appropriate metrics are in place to measure staff performance and progress towards strategic goals. ▪ Providing expertise, capability development, and leadership to the agency in support of overall organizational effectiveness, organizational change initiatives, strategic plan execution, and organizational architecture; ▪ Conducting a range of activities to assess, analyze, critique and improve current processes and measure performance against standards (QA/QI); ▪ Leading the agency-wide effort for accreditation of the agency and/or individual components (such as PHEP or EH); ▪ Functioning as the Clerk to the Board of Health; ▪ Assisting teams in translating the Public Health Improvement Plan into annual work plans; ▪ Developing a set of tools for communicating data in a digestible format; ▪ Promoting innovation, critical thinking, clear communications and responsible decision-making throughout the agency ▪ Working with Executive team to ensure leadership goals, objectives, priorities, and training plans align with the strategic goals of the organization. ▪ Oversee and sustain the agency-wide vision for and integration of four of the seven public healthcross-cutting foundational capabilities

TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE: Bachelor’s degree in a related field and eight years of experience related to area of assignment including four years of management experience. A Master’s degree is preferred.

OR

An equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above, unless otherwise subject to any other requirements set forth in law or regulation.

LICENSING/CERTIFICATIONS:

▪ Valid Colorado Driver’s License.

WAGE SCALE RANGE:

▪ $41.82-$62.74 (E81)

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SAN JUAN BASIN PUBLIC HEALTH CLASS SPECIFICATION

Chief Strategy Officer

KNOWLEDGE OF: ▪ Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act. ▪ Employment Law Basics ▪ Supervisory principles, practices and techniques. ▪ Principles and practices of executive and strategic leadership. ▪ Business management principles and practices. ▪ Public health administration principles. ▪ Principles and practices of budgeting and fiscal management; working knowledge of fund accounting. ▪ Recent developments, current literature/trends, and sources of information in assigned field. ▪ Best practices, trends and emerging technologies. ▪ Principles and practices of intergovernmental relations. ▪ Conflict resolution and negotiation strategies. ▪ Principles and techniques of effective oral presentations. ▪ Principles, practices and methods of budgeting, procurement and human resource management. ▪ Applicable federal, state and local laws, codes, regulations (based on assignment). ▪ Customer service principles. ▪ Specialized equipment relevant to area of assignment. ▪ Modern office technology.

SKILL IN: ▪ Managing, supervising, evaluating and motivating staff. ▪ Training, coaching and overseeing the development of staff. ▪ Strategic planning and the development and effective execution of work plans that incorporate and execute organizational policy objectives and directives. ▪ Managing budgets and allocating resources to achieve strategic objectives. ▪ Directing the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies, procedures and work standards. ▪ Directing the analysis, evaluation and interpretation of written materials and statistical data for reports and recommendations. ▪ Exercising political acumen, tact and diplomacy. ▪ Providing mediation, negotiation and conflict resolution. ▪ Public speaking. ▪ Managing standards and quality assurance. ▪ Reviewing research and implementing industry trends, solutions and best practices. ▪ Interpreting and applying applicable laws, codes, regulations and standards (based on assignment). ▪ Providing customer service. ▪ Utilizing a computer and relevant software applications. ▪ Utilizing communication and interpersonal skills as applied to interactions with coworkers, supervisors, the general public and others to sufficiently exchange or convey information and to receive work direction.

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SAN JUAN BASIN PUBLIC HEALTH CLASS SPECIFICATION

Chief Strategy Officer

ADA AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS: Positions in this class typically require: fingering, talking, hearing, seeing and repetitive motions.

Light Work: Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects including the human body. If the use of arm and/or leg controls requires exertion of forces greater than that for Sedentary Work, and the worker sits most of the time, the job is rated for light work.

Working Conditions: Work is performed in both the field and in an indoor office environment with moderate exposure to travel.

Emergency Preparedness: Must participate from time to time in Disaster Preparedness and emergency events.

NOTE: This job classification description is intended to be generic in nature. It is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The essential duties, functions and responsibilities and Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) designation may vary based on the specific tasks assigned to the position.

CLASS HISTORY INFORMATION: Date: (03/2017) Added wage pay range (05/2019) Separated E81/E82 Job Descriptions (5/2019) Updated to remove HR duties and add additional duties related to planning and performance (6/2021) Updated title to Chief Statagy Officer and updated position specific responsibilities for positions within the Strategy Office (8/2021)

Approved by:

(Supervisor – Signature) (Title) (Date)

Reviewed by:

(Human Resource Director – Signature) (Title) (Date)

Receipt and Acknowledgment: I acknowledge and understand that: • This job description, and receipt and acknowledgment of this job description, does not imply or create a promise of employment or employment contract of any kind. I understand and acknowledge that my employment with San Juan Basin Public Health is “at will” and may be terminated by me or the employer at any time with or without cause.

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SAN JUAN BASIN PUBLIC HEALTH CLASS SPECIFICATION

Chief Strategy Officer

• The job description provides a general summary and requirements of the position in which I am employed. At this time, I know of no limitations which would prevent me from performing these functions with or without accommodation. I further understand that it is my responsibility to inform my supervisor if, at any time, I am no longer qualified for my position and/or unable to perform the job requirements or essential functions of my job. • Job descriptions, duties, tasks, work hours, work requirements and qualifications may be changed at any time at the discretion of San Juan Basin Public Health. Further, all San Juan Basin Public Health employees understand and acknowledge that any loss of funding to SJBPH may result in employer restructuring, amended/eliminated job descriptions, and/or termination of employment. • Acceptable job performance requires: (a) proper compliance with and completion of all aspects of the job description; and (b) compliance with San Juan Basin Public Health policies, procedures, rules and regulations. • I have read and understand this job description.

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