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10/16/2026

Director of Health Promotion & Prevention

Wood County Health Department

Job Title

Director of Health Promotion & Prevention

Division

 Health Promotion & Prevention

Immediate Supervisor

 Health Commissioner

Salary Classification

Not-Classified

FLSA

 Exempt
Salary

Salary range $81,723 - $114,462. Commensurate with experience

Employment Status

 Full-Time

Normal Working Hours

8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Must be available 24/7 for emergency calls.

At Wood County Health Department, we work every day to promote healthy lifestyles, prevent disease and protect the health of everyone in Wood County. If you're looking for rewarding work in an organization dedicated to making Wood County a healthier place for all of our residents, a career at Wood County Health Department may be the perfect fit for you!

POSITION SUMMARY

As a member of the senior leadership team, the Director of Health Promotion and Prevention (HPP) provides strategic leadership and operational oversight for the Division, including epidemiology, prevention, and public health nursing programs.

The Director oversees all division programs and services. The position is responsible for developing sustainable population-health services, strengthening division operations through effective policies and procedures, and ensuring the division remains responsive, efficient, and adaptable. The Director manages division funding, including grant applications, budgeting, financial oversight, compliance with grant requirements and spending authorizations, and timely submission of accurate reports and responses to funders.

The Director also collaborates with community and agency partners to advance shared public health goals and priorities in alignment with Community Health Assessment (CHA) and Community Health Improvement Plan (CHIP) If qualified, the Director of HPP will also serve as the agency’s Director of Nursing and provide clinical leadership for public health nursing services.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in public health, health education, health and human services, business administration, healthcare administration, epidemiology, or related field

. • Minimum of seven (7) years’ experience in public health, community nursing, population health, or a similar field.

• Minimum of one (1) year of supervising the work of others.

• Must possess a valid Ohio driver’s license and reliable transportation. License must be maintained throughout employment.

TO SERVE AS DIRECTOR OF NURSING - MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing from an accredited school of professional nursing, ideally with a focus in community or public health nursing and health education.

• Current and valid Registered Nursing license issued by the Ohio Board of Nursing. License must be maintained throughout employment.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master’s degree from an accredited college or university.

• Minimum of three (3) year experience supervising the work of others.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of public health laws, regulations and standards as defined by federal, state, and local governments.

• Strong interpersonal, communication, and customer-service skills to work effectively with Health District staff, community partners, and other stakeholders.

• Experience in grant writing, grant reporting, and funding compliance.

• Maintain confidentially of client and agency records.

• Team member and strong leader capable of building collaboration, advancing organizational priorities, and positioning the Health District for continued success.

• Self-directed and organized professional who can prioritize competing responsibilities, work independently, and exercise sound judgment.

• Must have computer skills in word processing, spreadsheets, power point, and others.

• Exceptional oral and written communication skills.

• Ability to drive to offsite locations as needed.

• Respond to emergency calls.

• Must have willingness to learn new skills, be adaptable / flexible.

• Provide proof of automobile insurance.

• The ability to successfully pass a background check.

Visit our website

(https://woodcountyhealth.org/career-opportunities/) for full details about this position. Final candidates must successfully pass a background check and provide proof of a valid State of Ohio driver’s license as well as current automobile insurance. An individual who poses a direct threat to the health and safety of others in the workplace will be deemed not qualified for this position. Application materials accepted until: For best consideration, applicants must apply by 11/6/2026.

The position is open until filled.

Required documents:

• Wood County Application for Employment, cover letter, resume, contact information for at least three professional references.

• The Wood County Application for Employment can be found here: https://woodcountyhealth.org/career-opportunities/

• Application materials submitted without all required documents will be considered incomplete.

Submit application materials to:

Recruitment and Development Coordinator 1840 East Gypsy Lane Rd. Bowling Green, OH 43402 419-352-8402 Ext. 3201 Email to: WCHDHumRes@woodcountyohiohealth.gov

The Wood County Health Department is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Health Department provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer

. If you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation to apply for a position with the Wood County Health Department, please email WCHDHumRes@woodcountyohiohealth.gov or call 419-352-8402 Ext. 3201.

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