Date Posted:

February 21, 2025

Salary:

$185,224 – $225,139 DOE/DOQ

Description:

THE COUNTY OF MENDOCINO is seeking an innovative and community-oriented County Health Officer (CHO) to serve as the county’s chief public health strategist, developing and implementing health policy, overseeing public health preparedness efforts, and ensuring community health initiatives meet the needs of all residents. Working closely with local tribal health organizations, community clinics, and other critical partners, the CHO will foster a cohesive healthcare system that supports a diverse population. Their role will encompass medical oversight of programs for communicable disease control, environmental health, and maternal and child health.

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Qualifications:

Candidates must possess a Doctor of Medicine degree or a Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine degree issued by an 
accredited medical school in good standing; and, possession a valid California Physician license and current board 
certification in a recognized field of medicine. (A valid Physician’s and Surgeon’s license issued by the State of 
California either through the Board of Medical Quality Assurance or the Board of Osteopathic Examiners to practice 
medicine in the State of California). A Master’s degree in Public Health or completion of a preventive medicine 
residency is desirable.

Candidates should have at least six (6) years of professional experience in a public health setting, including one (1) year 
of administrative and supervisory responsibility.

Candidates are required to possess a valid Driver’s License.

Candidates shall not have an ownership interest in any corporation, partnership, or other entity engaged in any private 
practice of medicine, nor engage in any private practice of medical service.

Any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that displays the necessary knowledge, skills, and 
abilities to perform the functions of this position may be considered. 

How To Apply:

https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/mendocinoca/jobs/4825861/county-health-officer