• Job Description

  Req#: 700465
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  The Massachusetts Department of Public Health (DPH) is seeking an experienced and strategic professional with an unwavering commitment to fostering health equity and dismantling disparities across the Commonwealth. As the Deputy Assistant Commissioner for Health Equity, the selected candidate will step into a dynamic leadership role that sits at the heart of transformative change within DPH. Reporting directly to the Assistant Commissioner for Health Equity, the incumbent will play a pivotal part in shaping and driving health equity initiatives throughout the Commonwealth. Your sphere of influence spans across DPH Bureaus, Offices, EOHHS agencies, and beyond, as you collaborate with experts and leaders to dismantle disparities and address social determinants of health.

  As an integral member of the team, you will identify funding opportunities, pursue grants, and shape the future trajectory of DPH Health Equity initiatives. By fostering professional growth and nurturing effective communication, you'll cultivate a motivated, high-performing team. Your ability to connect the dots, inspire collaboration, and catalyze action will propel Massachusetts towards a more equitable healthcare landscape. This position is not just a leader, but a visionary architect of change, a collaborative influencer, and a compassionate advocate for health equity.

  
  Duties and Responsibilities (these duties are a general summary and not all inclusive):

  • Provide effective leadership, representing the Commissioner and Assistant Commissioner, and contributing to strategic planning, policy development, and implementation for Department-wide health equity initiatives.
  • Collaborate with DPH Bureaus, secretariat agencies, and subject matter experts to formulate evidence-based health and racial equity strategies, addressing disparities and social determinants of health.
  • Oversee DPH equity initiatives in alignment with Department goals.
  • Support the Interagency Health Equity Team (IHET) working with EOHHS leadership to address disparities, present data, and strategize solutions.
  • Drive the implementation of a Racial Equity lens across DPH, guiding data collection, analysis, program planning, and community engagement efforts.
  • Offer health equity technical assistance, subject matter expertise, and training to DPH, executive branch agencies, healthcare facilities, and community-based organizations.
  • Examine data and outcomes, providing recommendations to Bureau and Office programs to foster health equity.
  • Champion collaboration and engagement among DPH Bureaus and Offices to build support for health equity missions.
  • Drive synergies across agencies by utilizing the Federally outlined (CLAS) framework, advancing health equity and eliminating disparities.
  • Identify funding opportunities, pursue grants, and assess ongoing project efficiency to sustain the mission and goals of Office of Health Equity, Office of Problem Gambling and Vaccine Equity Initiative, while cultivating a motivated and high-performing team through leadership and professional development.
  • Represent the Commissioner on advisory boards, commissions and working groups.

  Preferred Qualifications:
  
  

  • Proven track record of strategic leadership, change management and collaboration in driving health equity initiatives, ideally within a governmental or public health context.
  • Knowledge and experience in the frameworks of racial and ethnic disparities in public health.
  • Ability to inform strategic planning and prioritization for complex data-driven programs.
  • Professional experience and expertise pertaining to the social determinants of health and its impact on vulnerable communities across the Commonwealth.
  • Strong background in leading interdisciplinary teams, promoting inclusivity, and fostering a culture of excellence and innovation.
  • Experience building trust with people from diverse backgrounds and approaches.
  • Able to balance strategic thinking with operational execution.
  • Expertise in organizational cross-functional project development and committee management.
  • Ability to develop and implement effective stakeholder strategies and to promote a culture of collaboration, transparency, and inclusion.
  • Familiarity and experience with underserved groups such as communities of color, people with disabilities, homeless, and the LGBTQ community, with an understanding of culturally and linguistically appropriate services.
  • Skilled in developing effective communication tools and feedback mechanisms to provide support, motivation, and feedback to reporting staff and teams.
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office applications including Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Teams.

  Health Equity work includes:

  The Massachusetts Office of Health Equity promotes the health and wellbeing of racial, ethnic and linguistic minority populations throughout the Commonwealth by increasing the Department of Public Health's capacity to respond effectively to the critical public health needs of these communities. Because racial and ethnic minority groups currently experiencing poorer health status are expected to grow in population, while other groups will decline, the future health of Massachusetts will be influenced substantially by our success in improving the health of these racial and ethnic minorities.

  More information can be found at: www.mass.gov/dph/healthequity

  The Office of Problem Gambling leads prevention efforts and response to problem gambling and related issues in Massachusetts. Information is available at: https://www.mass.gov/orgs/office-of-problem-gambling-services

  The Vaccine Equity Initiative works with the populations and communities hardest hit by COVID-19 to increase awareness and acceptance of the vaccine, access to vaccination locations, and vaccine administration rates. More information is available at: https://www.mass.gov/info-details/covid-19-vaccine-equity-initiative

  
  MA Department of Public Health Overview:

  The mission of the Massachusetts Department of Public Health (DPH) is to prevent illness, injury, and premature death, to assure access to high quality public health and health care services, and to promote wellness and health equity for all people in the Commonwealth. We envision a Commonwealth in which all people enjoy optimal health. Massachusetts ranks among the healthiest of states according to comparative analyses, but we face numerous challenges, including chronic and infectious disease, substance abuse, violence, preventable hospitalizations, and health disparities.

  More information can be found at: www.mass.gov/DPH

  Pre-Offer Process:

  A tax & background check will be completed on the recommended candidate as required by the regulations set forth by the Human Resources Division prior to the candidate being hired.

  Education, licensure, and certifications will be verified in accordance with the Human Resources Division’s Hiring Guidelines.

  Education and license/certification information provided by the selected candidate(s) is subject to the Massachusetts Public Records Law and may be published on the Commonwealth’s website.

  If you require assistance with the application/interview process and would like to request an ADA accommodation, please click on the link and complete the Reasonable Accommodation Online Request Form

  For questions regarding this requisition, please contact the Executive Office of Health and Human Services Human Resources at 1-800- 510-4122 Ext. #2.

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  MINIMUM ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS:

  Applicants must have at least (A) seven (7) years of full-time or, equivalent part-time, professional, administrative, supervisory, or managerial experience in business administration, business management, public administration, public management, clinical administration or clinical management of which (B) at least three (3) years must have been in a managerial capacity.

  Comprehensive Benefits

  When you embark on a career with the Commonwealth, you are offered an outstanding suite of employee benefits that add to the overall value of your compensation package. We take pride in providing a work experience that supports you, your loved ones, and your future.

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  COVID Vaccine: As a condition of employment, depending on job assignment and location, employees may be required to have received COVID-19 vaccination and/or other vaccinations, or to have been approved for a vaccination exemption prior to their start date. Details relating to demonstrating compliance with this requirement will be provided to applicants selected for employment.

  An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

  The Commonwealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. Research suggests that qualified women, Black, Indigenous, and Persons of Color (BIPOC) may self-select out of opportunities if they don't meet 100% of the job requirements. We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive to apply for this role.

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