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Job Description
ABOUT US
At the County of Marin, our employees overwhelmingly report feeling their work is meaningful, they like the work they do, and they are proud to tell people "I work for the County of Marin." Discover more about us, our values and our organizational culture here . Read on to find out more about this opportunity:
DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES :
At Health & Human Services, we serve our community through the values of support, unity, trust and excellence with one common goal: to promote and protect the health, well-being, safety and self-sufficiency of all in Marin. Join our team of bright, committed, and energetic people who also want to make an impact through public service.
ABOUT THE POSITION
Marin County Health and Human Services Department’s (HHS) Public Health Division is seeking a dynamic and mission-driven professional to support the implementation of California Advancing and Innovating Medi-Cal (CalAIM) initiatives within our Detention Health program. This Deputy Public Health Officer (DPHO) position will play a critical role in advancing care coordination and improving health outcomes for justice-involved individuals. This is a contingent (temporary) part time position.
Key Responsibilities:- Provide clinical support to stakeholder engagement activities and integrate frontline feedback into CalAIM rollout plans.
- Develop and maintain clinical policies for intake health screenings (medical, mental health, substance use) to meet DHCS CalAIM Enhanced Care Management (ECM) standards.
- Liaise with correctional leadership, probation, courts, Medi-Cal managed care plans, and community providers to ensure seamless pre- and post-release service linkages.
- Develop Quality Assurance and Compliance Plans to monitor performance and ensure regulatory adherence.
- Design and deliver training for custody-based medical staff on CalAIM components, including care planning.
- Support electronic health record (EHR) enhancements to capture CalAIM-required data and facilitate outcome reporting.
Why Join Us:
Marin HHS is committed to promoting health equity, improving access to services, and advancing innovative solutions for vulnerable populations. We value collaboration, integrity, and a person-centered approach. Join a team making a lasting impact through systems change and improving community health.
ABOUT YOU
The ideal candidate is an experienced and mission-driven healthcare professional who is passionate about promoting health equity and improving public health outcomes for justice-involved populations. This individual demonstrates a strong commitment to community service, possesses advanced clinical and administrative expertise, and exhibits exceptional leadership, analytical and communication skills.
The successful candidate can develop and implement clinical protocols, quality assurance measures, and cross-system partnerships that enhance healthcare delivery both during and following incarceration. They are highly skilled at navigating complex systems, building collaborative relationships with correctional leadership, behavioral health providers, managed care organizations, and community-based partners, and supporting seamless transitions of care.
The ideal candidate possesses many of the following attributes:- Demonstrated commitment to health equity, social justice, and reducing health disparities.
- Strong knowledge of modern healthcare practices, including correctional health, Medi-Cal programs, and CalAIM initiatives.
- Experience in developing and implementing clinical policies and quality assurance programs.
- Advanced analytical, problem-solving, and negotiation skills with a solutions-oriented approach.
- Ability to simplify and effectively communicate complex healthcare and policy concepts to a wide range of audiences.
- Proven ability to build and maintain collaborative relationships with diverse stakeholders.
- Skill in utilizing data systems to monitor program outcomes, support quality improvement initiatives, and meet reporting requirements.
- High level of personal initiative, adaptability, empathy, motivation, persistence, and the ability to manage challenges in a dynamic environment.
The ideal candidate embodies the County of Marin’s core values of equity, respect, integrity, innovation, and excellence and demonstrates a commitment to the Department of Health and Human Services’ mission of promoting and protecting the health, well-being, safety, and self-sufficiency of all people in Marin County.
Eligibility to obtain Medicare and Medi-Cal provider numbers through the appropriate fiscal intermediaries, is required.
Qualifications
Knowledge of:- The principles and practices of modern medicine, including preventive medicine.
- The principles and practices of Public Health Administration.
- The principles of organization, management and supervision.
- The laws governing medical and nursing practices; and California Public Health laws and regulations.
- The principles of Disaster and Emergency Preparedness and Response, including Biological, Chemical Terrorism and weapons of Mass Destruction.
- Perform medical diagnosis and treatment; analyze and interpret medical and public health data.
- Analyze complex situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action.
- Communicate effectively orally and in writing.
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted during the performance of duties.
- Manage and coordinate public health response teams.
- Maintain appropriate medical records.
- Evaluate medical aspects of programs and recommend improvement.
- Promote concern for public health with agency staff, County and city governments and community groups.
Minimum Qualifications
Any combination of education and experience that would provide the knowledge and skills listed below. Typically, equivalent to graduation from an accredited school of medicine and one year of progressively responsible work in a public health service that include both clinical and managerial experience.
Certificates and Licenses- Possession of a valid California Physician and Surgeons Certificate issued by the California Medical Board.
- Current Controlled Substance Registration Certificate issued by the Drug Enforcement Administration, schedules 2, 2N, 3, 3N, 4 and 5 is desirable.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
All applicants will receive email notifications regarding their status in the recruitment process. Please be sure to check your spam settings to allow our emails to reach you. You may also log into your Governmentjobs.com account to view these emails.
Testing and Eligible List: Depending on the number of qualified applications received, the examination may consist of a highly qualified review, application screening, online assessment, written examination, oral examination, performance examination, or any combination to determine which candidates' names will be placed on the eligible list. The eligible list established from this recruitment may be used to fill the current vacancy, and any future vacancies for open, fixed-term, full-time or part-time positions which may occur while the list remains active.
LiveScan:
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Candidates selected are subject to fingerprinting by the Sheriff's Department and must pass a Department of Justice LiveScan background check prior to appointment.
BACKGROUND PROCESS : Applicants successful in testing will be subject to a thorough and rigorous background investigation which may include, but is not limited to, a criminal records check, interviews with friends, relatives, neighbors and employers; verification of DMV records; and overall employment and education history. An applicant may be disqualified for past criminal convictions, poor driving record, providing false background information, and other reasons.
DRUG USE STANDARDS : No use of illegal drugs within the timelines described in the Pre-Employment Drug Use Guidelines . Applicants successful in testing will be given a polygraph examination and/or computerized voice stress analysis and will be asked about illegal drug use.
Disaster Service Workers: All County of Marin employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law (California Government Code Section 3100-3109). Employment with the County requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to complete all Disaster Service Worker-related training as assigned, and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency.
Equal Employment Opportunity Employer: If you have questions regarding equal employment opportunities, please contact Roger Crawford, Equal Employment Opportunity Director, at 415-473-2095. If you have questions concerning this position announcement, please contact Sarah Githens at sarah.githens@marincounty.gov .
PLEASE NOTE: The benefits described herein do not apply to temporary (contingent) or to part-time employees that work less than 50%.
COUNTY OF MARIN BENEFITS: GENERAL
Below are some of the excellent benefits the County offers. More information about our benefits can be found on the Marin County's Benefits Homepage .
Paid Time Off : Competitive vacation accrual; 12 holidays per year; and generous sick leave accruals. Additional types of paid leaves are available for some bargaining units.
Health Plan : Choice of four health plans (two Kaiser HMOs, Western Health Advantage HMO, and an Anthem Blue Cross PPO) along with dental through Delta Dental PPO, and vision through Vision Service Plan (VSP). There is a County contribution toward the premiums (the contribution amount varies depending on coverage tier elected such as employee only, employee + 1, employee + family). Plus, the County offers excellent Life Insurance, Disability, Flexible Spending Plans, a Dependent Care Assistance Program, professional development and more.
Retirement : Defined benefit plan under the County Employees Retirement Act of 1937. More information can be found online at www.mcera.org.
IRS 457 Plan : Choice of pre-tax or post-tax (Roth) employee contribution up to the IRS annual maximum.
Retiree Medical : The County provides access to group health plan coverage to eligible retirees.
For specific questions regarding the employment process, please contact Human Resources at (415) 473-6104. For additional details about the benefits or retirement, please contact the Benefits Division at (415) 473-2197.
*IMPORTANT NOTE: Benefits described herein do not represent a contract and may be changed without notice.
Closing Date/Time: 5/9/2025 11:59 PM Pacific -
ABOUT THE COMPANY
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County of Marin
Show moreThe County of Marin is a vibrant and thriving organization comprised of 23 agencies and departments with a workforce of approximately 2,400 employees. The County’s array of public safety, community development, public works, health and human services, community services and administrative services is governed by the Board of Supervisors, which is made up of an elected representative from each of the five voting districts in this county.
This diverse organization strives to uphold a set of core values at work: respect, trust, integrity, diversity, equality, excellence, accountability, innovation, and collaboration. These values keep the organization and its individuals healthy, resulting in successful and sustainable quality service delivery. In addition, the County is committed to being a well-managed organization that relies on the talents of its workforce to succeed.
OUR MISSION AS A COUNTY:
To provide excellent services that support healthy, safe and sustainable communities; preserve Marin’s unique environmental heritage; and encourage meaningful participation in the governance of the County by all.
When you’re employed in local government the effects of your work are visible all around you. Your work is an integral part of the day-to-day lives of Marin County residents and visitors. From the roads we drive on, to the parks and libraries we visit, to the services we rely on to keep us healthy and safe, County employees contribute directly to the sustained well-being of Marin County’s communities.
We are motivated to preserve the importance of Equity, Economy, Environment and Education that make our County unique. With over 3000 employees, volunteers and interns across 22 departments, we are a part of the communities we serve. We work with our core values in mind: Integrity, Respect, Diversity, Innovation, Collaboration, and Excellence. These values are not only part of our organization’s strategic initiatives and goals[PDF], but they are what unify us in our work across a variety of perspectives and skillsets.
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