Overview

The Lexington-Fayette County Health Department (LFCHD) is an independent public health agency charged with helping Lexington be well since 1904 and proudly nationally accredited since 2014. Vision: We will move Lexington toward being one of the healthiest communities in the nation. Mission: Helping Lexington be well. Values: We commit to being... Caring: by being thoughtul and considerate in our interactions. Accountability: in bringing high quality to our work. Respect: for all clients and for each other. Equity: in opportunity and access. Service: that exceeds expectations. LFCHD provides a wide range of public health services for the community, including restaurant inspections, flu shots, HANDS visits for moms and dads, diabetes prevention/management, training to licensed child care providers, nutrition through the Women, Infants and Children (WIC) program, school health, a needle exchange program to fight the spread of hepatitis C and HIV, and much more. Visit www.lfchd.org to learn more about LFCHD!

Job Skills / Requirements

Seeking energetic, enthusiastic, and forward-thinking Commissioner of Health to complement talented and supportive executive team. The Lexington-Fayette County Health Department (LFCHD) is located in the second largest city in Kentucky. The health department has approximately 160 employees with a professional and fiscally sound reputation. This is an opportunity for the right person to have the ability to make a huge difference in the community.

The position is non-merit, exempt, full-time (40 hours per week) with full comprehensive and generous benefits package. LFCHD participates in the Kentucky Public Pensions Authority plan with additional Kentucky Deferred Compensation optional plans. LFCHD prides itself on work-life balance.

Competitive application process whereas both internal and external qualified candidates may be considered simultaneously. Applications screened and processed accordingly upon successful receipt.

Non-Physician Grade 13 LFCHD pay scale

Physician Grade 14 LFCHD pay scale; $230,000 entry pay

Highly desired qualities include excellent decision-making skills, gifted interpersonal skills, on-camera media skills and comfort with public speaking, as well as someone who is approachable and down to earth.

As Chief Executive Officer, the Commissioner, subject to the approval of the Board of Health, is responsible for leadership, general oversight and direction of all planning, organizing, and directing all activities of the Lexington-Fayette County Health Department.

Directly supervises 5-10 employees.

Physician candidate qualifications:

Doctor of Medicine degree; valid Kentucky medical license pursuant to KRS 212.635; valid DEA certification; board certification by an appropriate American medical specialty board (preventive medicine, family medicine, pediatrics, internal medicine, or other) and a MPH with five (5) years appropriate experience. A master's degree in other health related fields, a MBA, or an additional five (5) years appropriate experience will substitute for the required MPH. Must have minimum (3) or more years supervisor experience.

Non-Physician Candidate:

Minimum of Master's degree in public health or a related field and at least five (5) years of supervisor experience public health.

Physician and non-Physician candidates should have applicable experience in public health, preventive medicine, and/or public administration. Physician candidates should also have applicable experience in preventive medicine.

Please contact Sara Gabbard with questions sarav.gabbard@lfchd.org.

Candidates may apply directly online at https://www.lfchd.org

Additional Information / Benefits

Lexington-Fayette County Health Department (LFCHD) offers a comprehensive benefits package to full-time and some part-time eligible employees, including paid time off (annual and sick leave accruals). Employee benefits summary: Four medical plans are offered, so you can select the coverage that best meets your needs. Two plan options include an employer-funded health reimbursement account. Employees who waive medical coverage are eligible for an employer-funded health reimbursement account that receives $175 per month. Dental Insurance and Vision Insurance is available with three plan options ranging from basic to comprehensive. Additional benefits include basic life insurance and long term disability; cafeteria plans; wellness program, employee assistance program; paid holidays; paid annual leave and paid sick leave; and tuition reimbursement program. Retirement Benefits include the Kentucky Employees' Retirement System and Cash Balance plan and Kentucky Deferred Compensation which includes 401(k), 457, and IRA options.

Benefits: Medical Insurance, Life Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Paid Vacation, Paid Sick Days, Paid Holidays, Long Term Disability, 401K/403b Plan, Pension/Retirement, Educational Assistance, Wellness program(s) Screening Requirements: Motor Vehicle, Drug Screen, Criminal Background Check