California State University, Fresno Foundation
DIRECTOR – CENTRAL CALIFORNIA PUBLIC HEALTH CONSORTIUM
JOB ANNOUNCEMENT #26-819
POSITION SUMMARY:
Full-time, benefited position with the Central California Public Health Consortium through the California State University, Fresno Foundation. The Central California Public Health Consortium (Consortium) is a membership organization composed of Public Health Departments across Central California. The Consortium provides leadership for a regional health agenda that addresses the social determinants of health in the San Joaquin Valley and adjoining mountain communities with an aim to achieve health equity for all residents. In partnership with Central California Center for Health and Human Services at California State University, Fresno, the Consortium engages in strategic planning, training, action-oriented policy development and research to improve the quality and responsiveness of public health programs in the Central California region. This position is a full-time benefited (based on available funding) Foundation exempt position.
The Consortium Director (Director) serves as the lead staff position responsible for the development, implementation, oversight, and evaluation of all Consortium activities. The Director facilitates the Consortium membership meetings and communication, serves as a liaison between the Consortium and its local, regional, and statewide partners and directs Consortium staff assignments. The Director prepares public health policy and practice analysis, develops policy-based communication, designs strategies to support Consortium priority interests, secures funding and other resources to further the Consortium’s work in the region as well as manages the day-to-day business of the Consortium. As an employee of the California State University, Fresno Foundation, Central California Center for Health and Human Services, the Director reports to the Center’s Assistant Director and takes direction from, and works closely with, the Consortium leadership.
ESSENTIAL JOB
FUNCTIONS:
Under the supervision of the Center Assistant Director, the incumbent will be responsible for the following operations. Typical duties include, but are not limited to:
- Conducts strategic planning and program development to identify and prioritize Consortium activities.
- Secures funding and other resources necessary to accomplish Consortium goals, including ensuring organizational sustainability.
- Develops relationships with local, regional, and state partners in alignment with strategic priorities.
- Analyzes local, state, and national legislation of importance to public health practice and prepares reports, communication, legislative platforms, and other documentation on the Consortium’s priority issues.
- Understands and applies epidemiological data to program and/or communication development.
- Represents the Consortium in statewide efforts addressing equity, advocacy and policy actions which examine social determinants of health and impacts to the region.
- Represents the Consortium at local, regional, state, and national events as is necessary for relationship-building, the promotion of the region, and the work of the Consortium.
- Serves as the primary liaison for the Consortium with local, regional and state organizations and advocates to advance the Consortium’s programs and policy agendas.
- Supports Consortium leadership and committee meetings and communication requirements.
- Tracks progress on work plans and budgets and prepares reports for funders and the Consortium.
- Develops fee-for-service activities to build the Consortium’s public health services to the region and to establish additional revenue resources.
- Directs and oversees the work of Consortium staff and project consultants and supports staff development.
- Foster a collaborative, innovative, and high-performing team culture.
- Other duties as assigned.
POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Bachelor’s degree in Public Health from a program accredited by the Council on Education for Public Health or a Bachelor’s degree in a related field. Master’s degree preferred.
- Five (5) to seven (7) years of full-time professional experience in public health or related field.
- Minimum of two (2) years of supervisory experience.
- Two (2) to four (4) years of management/organizational development experience preferred.
- Current or previous employment in a state or local government agency preferred.
- Competence in the Public Health 10 Essential Functions and how these operate in local public health departments.
- Understanding of the social determinants of health and, in particular, health equity and how these factors influence the health and well-being of populations.
- Knowledge of the demographic, socio-economic, environmental, political, and health indicators of the Consortium’s region.
- Involvement with and understanding of local and state government operations.
- Ability to interpret proposed or existing policies and legislation and to develop advocacy positions representing local public health conditions and the Consortium’s priorities.
- Familiarity with epidemiological data and how to use data to communicate public health issues.
- Demonstrated success to secure grant funding and maintain productive relationships with funding sources.
- Proficiency in the communication of complex issues in meaningful oral, written, visual, and web-based forms for a variety of audiences.
- Aptitude in public speaking, group facilitation, and consensus building processes.
- Ability to work independently, take initiative and offer strategic visionary approaches.
- Experience working with a broad range of agencies, organizations, and communities.
- Adept at coordinating multiple working groups’ activities and communication requirements.
- Prior oversight of staff, budgets and meeting organizational goals and program objectives.
- Skill in use of standard computer programs, such as Word, PowerPoint, Excel, etc.
- Valid driver’s license and reliable vehicle with required insurance, as driving may be a requirement of the position.
- Bilingual English/Spanish (preferred but not required).
COMPENSATION:
$7,000 - $8,000 per month ($84,000 - $96,000 annually). Salary will be commensurate and competitive with experience and qualifications. Benefits include health, dental, vision, life and 401(k), vacation, sick leave, and holiday pay.
DEADLINE:
Application review begins July 23, 2026. Position will remain open until filled.
TO APPLY:
Please visit the Auxiliary Human Resources page at https://auxiliary.fresnostate.edu/association/hr/employment-opportunities.html for job announcement and application.
E-mail completed application & resume to: [email protected]
RESUMES WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED WITHOUT A COMPLETED APPLICATION
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Employment for this position is by the California State University, Fresno Foundation. This is not a State of California position.
AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/ADA EMPLOYER
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $7,000.00 - $8,000.00 per month
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
