Central District Health Dept

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Passion. That’s the common attribute of those that work for our organization.

We are dedicated to helping the people who utilize our services. If you are ready to make a difference, browse our openings or fill out an application, tell us your interests and we’ll consider you for future opportunities. 

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PUBLIC HEALTH REGISTERED DENTAL HYGIENIST

Performs a variety of assignments which include but are not limited to fulfilling CDHD dental program: Implement program objectives and coordinate targeted population groups through data collection and analysis, providing tracking, reporting and follow-up on oral health care needs/interventions. Works with target population groups to develop/implement oral public health policy and targeted oral health promotion and oral disease prevention activities, participates in assessing and evaluating oral health care services to ensure that people are informed of available programs and services, provides oral health education, fluoride varnish treatments, sealants, cleanings and referrals to dental homes.Performs a variety of assignments which include but are not limited to fulfilling CDHD dental program: Implement program objectives and coordinate targeted population groups through data collection and analysis, providing tracking, reporting and follow-up on oral health care needs/interventions. Works with target population groups to develop/implement oral public health policy and targeted oral health promotion and oral disease prevention activities, participates in assessing and evaluating oral health care services to ensure that people are informed of available programs and services, provides oral health education, fluoride varnish treatments, sealants, cleanings and referrals to dental homes.

QUALIFICATIONS

REQUIRED

• Associate Degree in Dental Hygiene from an accredited college or school of Dental Hygiene.
• Public Health Registered Dental Hygienist (PHRDH) with current Nebraska license.

PREFERRED

• Work experience as a dental hygienist in public or private agency, or
• Experience in implementation or oversight of a program(s) preferred.

Salary Range: $35.76 - $47.08 per hour

Job Type: Full-time

Apply at Central District Health Dept.,1137 S. Locust St., Grand Island, NE.
or submit application to jdeleon@cdhd.ne.gov. Position open until filled. EO/AAE

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HEALTH EDUCATOR

Focused on Infectious disease, testing, and education. This position will be working in the Epidemiology Division specifically on the Ryan White program.  Performs a variety of interdisciplinary assignments which include but are not limited to evaluate/assess health trends and risk factors of an individual/family through data collection and analysis, providing surveillance, tracking, and reporting. Works with specific population groups through health promotion and disease prevention activities, participates in assessing and evaluating health care services to ensure that people are informed of available programs and services, provides health education, care management and primary care to individuals and families who are members of vulnerable populations and high-risk groups. The Health Educator promotes individual and population health by developing and implementing health promotion and education initiatives and health behavior-change programs in a variety of settings for the diverse populations represented in Hall, Merrick and Hamilton counties. These have a focus on strengthening community-based partnerships involving multiple public and private organizations and agencies to address the identified community health priorities in Hall, Merrick and Hamilton counties.

QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Associate/bachelor’s degree in health-related field preferred.
• One year of related experience is preferred.

Salary Range: $23.50 - $33.78 per hour

Job Type: Full-time

Apply at Central District Health Dept.,1137 S. Locust St., Grand Island, NE.
or submit application to jdeleon@cdhd.ne.gov. Position open until filled. EO/AAE

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LEAD HEALTH EDUCATOR

Performs a variety of interdisciplinary assignments which include but are not limited to evaluate/assess health trends and risk factors of an individual/family through data collection and analysis, providing surveillance, tracking, and reporting. Works with specific population groups through health promotion and disease prevention activities, participates in assessing and evaluating health care services to ensure that people are informed of available programs and services, provides health education, care management and primary care to individuals and families who are members of vulnerable populations and high-risk groups. The Health Educator promotes individual and population health by developing and implementing health promotion and education initiatives and health behavior-change programs in a variety of settings for the diverse populations represented in Hall, Merrick and Hamilton counties. These have a focus on strengthening community-based partnerships involving multiple public and private organizations and agencies to address the identified community health priorities in Hall, Merrick and Hamilton counties.

QUALIFICATIONS

· High school diploma or equivalent required

· Possession of, or ability to obtain a LEAD risk assessor certification

· Associate/bachelor’s degree in health-related field preferred

· Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred.

· One year of related experience preferred.

Salary Range: $18.62 - $27.62 per hour

Job Type: Full-time

Apply at Central District Health Dept.,1137 S. Locust St., Grand Island, NE.
or submit application to jdeleon@cdhd.ne.gov. Position open until filled. EO/AAE

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HEALTH DIRECTOR

Position Overview

About the job…

Central District Health Department’s Board of Health is currently seeking a Health Director to lead our organization through continued innovation and growth. Central District Health Department serves the 80,000 residents of Hall, Hamilton, and Merrick Counties in Central Nebraska.

This is a unique opportunity to:

· Lead a full-service local health department in existing and developing programs and services through assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation.

· Champion public health program and service delivery through collaboration and communication at the local, regional, state, and national levels.

· Collaborate with healthcare providers, local and state government, organizations, and private citizens on conducting the community health assessment and planning, implementing, and evaluating the community health improvement plan.

· Provide guidance and build staff skill sets to adequately address community health needs.

If you are passionate about shaping the future of rural healthcare and leading meaningful change, we would love to connect.

Local Public Health Profile

Central District Health Department (CDHD) is one of Nebraska’s nineteen decentralized local public health departments. It was created by Nebraska statute in 2001 and is governed by a 13-member Board of Health. The service area for CDHD includes both rural and urban communities covering three-counties and 1,577 square miles. CDHD’s budget for the 2025-26 Fiscal Year is just under $9 million. CDHD employs over fifty staff who take pride in quality delivery of a wide variety of effective, efficient programs and services.

Benefits Statement

• Competitive Group Insurance benefits including health, life, dental and vision plans.
• Pre-tax retirement plan with matching 6% deferment on a 6-year vesting schedule.
• Eleven paid holidays.
• Vacation leave and sick leave accrual.
• Workers Comp, Administrative Leave, Bereavement Leave, and FMLA.
• Employee Assistance Program.

Salary Range:  $120,640.00 - $177,860.80

OVERARCHING CDHD HEALTH DIRECTOR RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Strategic Budget Leadership & Long-Term Financial Planning

The Health Director shall:

• Anticipate economic shifts
• Prioritize high-impact program investments
• Ensure sustainable resource allocation
• Create new revenue streams

And is responsible for:

• Long-range financial forecasting
• Board collaboration on fiscal priorities
• Accountability for financial transparency
• Understanding of diversified funding (federal, state, Medicaid, fee-for-service, local taxes, philanthropy)

2. Innovation and Resource Development

The Health Director is responsible for:

• Innovation in public health delivery
• Identifying creative funding mechanisms
• Securing state, federal, philanthropic, and private-sector funding
• Building fee-for-service or billing systems

3. Organizational Strategy & Change Leadership

Overarching Health Director responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Creating a vision for organizational growth
• Leading organizational restructuring/improvement
• Guiding the department through accreditation or re-accreditation
• Leading technology modernization

4. Governance & Board of Health Relations

The Health Director actions shall include:

• Presenting reports to the Board
• Advising the Board on emerging issues
• Developing policy and governance recommendations
• Guiding board education to support evidence-informed governance

5. Advocacy & Policy Leadership

The Health Director shall proactively engage in:

• Local, state, and federal policy advocacy to advance public health priorities
• Representing the department in legislative or regulatory processes
• Speaking on behalf of the health department to elected officials and the public

CDHD has contracted with The Public Health Network, LLC to lead the recruitment for this position.  Please visit their website for more information and to apply for the Health Director position.
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