EL PASO COUNTY, COLORADO
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR - PUBLIC HEALTH
EL PASO COUNTY
Nestled below Pikes Peak, El Paso County is truly America's destination. With eight municipalities, the county offers a rich blend of geography, economy, and culture to make it a vibrant and dynamic place to live and work. With mountains to the west, forest to the north, and plains to the east and south, you can hike, bike, kayak, and explore without ever leaving the county
With a population of over 750,000, El Paso County offers citizens a thriving downtown, family-friendly suburbs, and vast rural expanses. Residents enjoy historic charm, world class restaurants and accommodations, a growing cultural scene, and plenty of shopping options
El Paso County is essential to our nation. We are home to the US Space Command and five military installations from the US Air Force Academy to Fort Carson. Each supports a crucial strategic mission for our nation's defense. Nearly 100,000 Veterans also call El Paso County home.
Within it all is the El Paso County government Our county government is the gold standard of efficiency, transparency, and respect for its residents. Various elected officials and senior county leadership lead the county. They collaborate with regional partners to solve complex problems and protect our community.
VISION
For all El Paso County residents to live in thriving communities where every person has the opportunity to achieve optimal health.
PURPOSE
ABOUT THE ROLE
Executive Director - Public Health
The Executive Director will set clear expectations, promote a culture of accountability and excellence, and prioritize professional development to support and sustain a high-performing team. This highly visible and impactful role requires steady leadership, sound judgment, and a genuine passion for serving others – especially during times of challenge and change
QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilites
Knowledge and understanding of Public Health policies and procedures.
Knowledge of current public health theory and practice; considerable knowledge of federal and state laws, rules and regulations governing public health administration
Written and verbal communication skills, and the ability to exercise these skills in both group and individual settings; and, ability to present complex public health principles and issues in ways that can be understood by policy makers and the public. Financial management skills; knowledge of practices and procedures for planning and formulating the Public Health budget and monitoring related expenses.
Ability to demonstrate sound judgment by taking appropriate actions regarding questionable findings or concerns
Ability to identify problems and work creatively to resolve them, considering the impact on Public Health.
Ability and willingness to respond to sensitive situations twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week, and to be available through the use of electronic media
IDEAL CANDIDATE
El Paso County’s Board of Public Health seeks a seasoned, principled leader to serve as the Executive Director – Public Health, guiding this department through growth, change, and renewed commitment to community well-being This role requires a strong strategic vision grounded in public service values and the ability to lead with resilience, humility, and a deep respect for the people and systems that make public health work.
The ideal candidate brings extensive experience navigating complex political and governmental environments, particularly in managing large-scale public budgets with transparency and accountability. This leader will be responsible for aligning fiscal strategy with public health priorities, while effectively collaborating with board members, elected officials, county leadership, and diverse community stakeholders.
COMPENSATION
Hiring Range: $195,000 - $224,000
Vacation Leave: 120 hours per year, accumulated biweekly
Personal Holiday Leave: 24 hours, renews annually
Holidays: 11 paid holidays each year
Sick Leave: 96 hours per year, accumulated bi-weekly
Retirement: El Paso County offers a competitive government retirement plan. More details are available in the El Paso County Retirement Master Document.
