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Health Promotion Services (HPS) Health Services Branch Director
Empowering a Healthier South Carolina
The South Carolina Department of Public Health (DPH) is seeking a dynamic, service-driven Health Services Branch Director to help shape our Health Promotion Services. If you thrive in a collaborative environment and are passionate about supporting public health, we invite you to explore this exciting opportunity.
Why Join Us?
At DPH, you’ll play a meaningful role in strengthening public health across South Carolina. You’ll work alongside dedicated professionals who are committed to service, innovation, and continuous improvement—all while enjoying opportunities to grow your own career.
Ready to make a difference? Let’s build the future of public health together.
This position reports to the Agency's Deputy Director of Health Promotion and Services & Chief Medical Officer and is responsible for the executive level oversight of Health Services, including the Bureaus of Clinical Services, Community Nutrition Services, Electronic Health Record, and Health Promotion and Services (HPS) Coordination. This position is an active and engaged member of the HPS executive group and the HPS leadership team.
LEADERSHIP AND STRATEGIC PLANNING. Actively participates in core HPS team meetings. Works with the staff to identify opportunities for quality improvement initiatives and identifies and implements proactive and innovative solutions to challenges. Contributes to the HPS and Agency’s strategic plan development, implementation, and evaluation processes. Promotes collaboration across the Agency and HPS to promote effective use of resources and maximize health outcomes. Has fiscal knowledge of the budgets for the bureaus within the Health Services Branch and participates in financial planning processes. Ensures funding and resources are used in adherence with requirements and goals. Participates and represents HPS and the Agency on internal and external committees and work groups.
PROGRAM AND STAFF MANAGEMENT. Provides guidance and support to the Bureaus of Clinical Services, Community Nutrition Services, Electronic Health Record, and HPS Coordination. Conducts routine and as needed meetings (in-person and virtual) with direct reports. Supports staff and addresses personnel issues in a timely manner; performs required employee performance reviews.
STAFF AND WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT. Approves all HR/salary actions in a timely manner and provides initial guidance to managers within the Branch on HR matters. Works with staff and HR in the recruitment of hard to fill positions. Identifies staff training needs and seeks opportunities to address needs. Encourages and promotes professional growth opportunities for staff. Promotes and supports opportunities within Health Services Branch for student and trainee experiences and education. Coaches and mentors staff as appropriate.
SUPERVISORY DUTIES. Performs fundamental supervisory and leadership functions in accordance with agency policies and procedures, best practices and Federal and State rules and regulations, especially regarding Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) standards. Maintains an effective organizational team and motivates diverse staff to accomplish mission critical operations and objectives. Promotes workforce engagement and a safe, professional, and productive work environment for all employees.
OTHER DUTIES AS ASSIGNED. Performs other duties as requested, including assisting with special projects, serving in the Agency's response to an emergency, and providing coverage for the Deputy Director for HPS as requested.
State Minimum Requirements: A bachelor's degree and relevant program management experience.
Institutions of Higher Learning must be recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation.
Agency Additional Requirements: Applicants indicating college credit or degree(s) on the application may upload an unofficial copy of the transcript as an attachment to the application. Please note that the agency will require an official, certified copy of the transcript or diploma prior to hiring.
Any equivalent combination of education and/or experience that demonstrates the required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered in meeting the minimum qualifications, subject to approval by the SCDPH Chief Human Resources Officer, or their delegateA master's degree or higher and five (5) or more years of experience in leadership or administration, including executive or senior level management experience. Any equivalent combination of education and/or experience that demonstrates the required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered in meeting the minimum qualifications, subject to approval by the SCDPH Chief Human resources Office or their designee. Possesses a clean and valid drivers license.
A master's degree or higher in public health, health administration, business administration, nursing, medicine, dentistry, or veterinary medicine.
EEO: The Department of Public Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions including, but not limited, to lactation), national origin, age (40 or older), disability, or genetic information.
REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION: Applicants needing accommodation for medical reasons or a sincerely held religious belief may submit a request for accommodation. A reasonable accommodation may be granted if it doesn't impose an undue hardship or pose a direct threat to the health and safety of others.
STATE DISASTER PLAN: In accordance with the State's Disaster Plan, which includes hazardous weather, Department of Public Health employees may be required to work in times of an emergency or disaster.
DRIVING RECORD: If this position requires the applicant to possess a valid driver's license to operate a state vehicle or personal vehicle, any applicant, being considered in the final stages of selection for the position will be required to provide a certified copy of a 10-year driving record.
The South Carolina Department of Public Health offers an exceptional benefits package for Full Time Employees (FTE) positions that includes:
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15 days Annual (Vacation) Leave per year
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15 days Sick Leave per year
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13 Paid Holidays
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Paid Parental Leave
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Health, dental, vision, long-term disability, and life insurance for employees, spouse, and children. Click here for additional information.
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S.C. Deferred Compensation Program available (S.C. Deferred Compensation)
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Retirement benefit choices *
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State Retirement Plan (SCRS)
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State Optional Retirement Program (State ORP)
- Enrollment in one of the listed plans is required for all Full Time Employees (FTE); please refer to the contribution section of hyperlinked retirement sites for the current contribution rate of gross pay.
HYBRID WORK: The option to work partially remote or adjusted work hours may be available after 12 months of employment for approved positions.
