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1 PUBLIC HEALTH NURSE SUPERVISOR Health & Human Services Department / Public Health Services Division SAN BENITO COUNTY career opportunity SALARY: $69,471 $88,691 DOE/DOQ San Benito County seeks a Public Health Nurse Supervisor to manage dynamic nursing staff, public health prevention and control operations, people and (with assistance from our strong fiscal team), manage multiple public health programs. We are looking for a certified Public Health Nurse with experience providing nursing services in a public health environment. The ideal candidate is a self-starter, flexible, collaborative, team focused individual who will promote capacity building within our nursing staff. This position is in the Health and Human Services Department where we have a high performance organizational model, which provides an exciting professional opportunity and a forward thinking culture.

2 the county& community San Benito County has embarked on a Journey to Excellence. Part of that journey has required foundational work in creating a technical division, strengthening fundamental infrastructure, and addressing financial issues by means of County-wide health care reform. Last year San Benito County installed technical advancements including a new Enterprise Resource Planning System which integrated our legacy system into the new County platform. San Benito remains committed to the community and is keen to uphold the public s trust through responsible stewardship of public funds. The County has also worked very hard this past year to address homelessness and remains committed to working with neighboring businesses and residents to make the homeless service center a model for the State of California. On the property front, San Benito County has experienced 12 years of double digit growth (34%) in assessment valuation. To read more regarding our recent accomplishments, click HERE to review our most updated budget document. Beautiful San Benito County, located in California s central coast region, is one of California s travel gems. Here, amidst great natural beauty, you ll find some of the state s best wineries, spectacular outdoor adventures, world-class golf, and so much more. You ll experience gracious, small-town hospitality, yet have all the modern comforts right at hand. Charming shops, a wide variety of well-reviewed restaurants, hotels and bed and breakfasts for every taste and budget, it s all here. Set in an idyllic small valley surrounded by world renown agriculture and spectacular pastoral scenery, San Benito County is only an hour or so from Silicon Valley and just east of Monterey. It s close to everything, yet feels like another world altogether.

3 the job This position is in the Health and Human Services Department, Public Health Services Division, supervises public health programs and nursing staff, and oversees complex public health nursing services in specialized programs. This position reports to the Director of Nursing Services and requires a Public Health Nurse Certificate issued by the California State Board of Registered Nursing. This position oversees other public health nursing staff s work, assists in hiring staff and oversees other personnel matters. This position will also: Draft and standardize procedures, and advise staff regarding policy and procedures. Have familiarity with information systems to produce and review reports. Extract data to analyze information to recommend improvements in programs and services. Oversee and addresses nursing staff training needs. Assist in planning and participating in in-service educational programs. Attend public healthrelated meetings and conferences. Oversee program audits and compliance. Collaborate with administration, other county health agencies and community-based organizations to develop needs assessments and long-term plans. Oversee and manage grant applications, compliance and funding streams.

4 the ideal candidate The incumbent will be a certified Public Health Nurse with experience providing nursing and Public Health program oversight in a fast- paced office environment, in the community setting and in family homes through home visits. The ideal candidate has exceptional communication and leadership skills to advance the organization and develop staff. This leader is flexible, a self-starter, collaborative, and a team focused individual who will foster autonomy within our nursing staff. EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS INCLUDE: Any combination of training and experience which would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required knowledge and abilities would be: Possession of a valid license as a Registered Nurse in California. Possession of a Certificate as a Public Health Nurse issued by the California State Board of Registered Nursing. Completion of sufficient education and experience to meet State of California certification requirements for Public Health Nurse. One two years of public health nursing experience. Knowledge of principles, methods, practices and current trends of general and public health nursing and preventative medicine. Demonstrate an understanding of policy, laws and regulations specific to public health programs. Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate valid California Driver s License.

5 salary & benefits The annual salary range for this position is between $69,471 $88,691 DOE/DOQ. San Benito County has reciprocity with other CalPERS, 37 Act and other California retirement systems. Health Insurance: Coverage is provided through CSAC- EIA Health. Monthly County contributions for regular fulltime employees are $550. Dental and Vision Insurance Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability Dependent Care and Health Care Reimbursement Accounts Employee Assistance Program Tuition Reimbursement Retirement: (CalPERS) retirement benefits Social Security/Medicare Deferred Compensation Vacation: 7 20 days per year dependent upon years of service Bereavement and Sick Leave: days per year Holidays: 10 days per year how to apply For first consideration, apply immediately! Please send cover letter and resume to Rosemarie Justo at rjusto@cosb.us Applicants invited to interview will be asked to complete an official county application at agency.governmentjobs.com/sanbenito/default.cfm QUESTIONS? Contact Rosemarie Justo at (831) ext. 12 or rjusto@cosb.us