The Deputy Director plays a critical leadership role in supporting the Department Director and providing strategic and operational oversight of multiple divisions within the Wayne County Department of Health, Human and Veteran Services (HHVS)
Job Summary
The Deputy Director plays a critical leadership role in supporting the Department Director and providing strategic and operational oversight of multiple divisions within the Wayne County Department of Health, Human and Veteran Services (HHVS).
Key responsibilities include translating the Director’s goals and objectives into actionable strategies, monitoring programmatic and fiscal performance, and ensuring compliance with policies and regulatory standards.
This role also involves leading internal administrative operations, cross-functional initiatives, and performance improvement efforts across HHVS.
Matching Summary
The Deputy Director plays a critical leadership role in supporting the Department Director and providing strategic and operational oversight of multiple divisions within the Wayne County Department of Health, Human and Veteran Services (HHVS).
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
strategic planning
operational oversight
program development
fiscal management
stakeholder engagement
cross-divisional coordination
Nice-to-have
crisis management
emergency response coordination
inclusive work culture
continuous learning
Key Requirements
Master's degree in Public Administration or related field
5+ years executive/senior administrative experience
Experience in Public Health, Mental Health, or Human/Social Services
Documented experience in strategic planning, operational oversight, program development, and fiscal management
Documented experience building cross-sector partnerships