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State of South Dakota · 14 hours ago

Office of Health Protection Administrator

Pierre, SD

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

$69K/yr - $81K/yr

The State of South Dakota is seeking an Administrator for the Office of Health Protection. This critical leadership role ensures safe food, lodging, and recreational environments for communities across the state, while overseeing regulatory activities related to food services and lodging establishments.

CommunitiesGovernmentHealth CareMedicalPersonal Health

No H1B

Responsibilities

Provide leadership and supervision for Office of Health Protection staff

Coordinate with state and federal partners on regulatory and public health initiatives

Manage budgets, contracts, and grants

Develop and implement policies, procedures, and quality improvement strategies

Oversee complaint investigations and ensure regulatory compliance

Serve as a subject matter expert and liaison to stakeholders

Travel statewide as needed

Qualification

Registered SanitarianPublic health experienceStaff supervisionBudget managementRegulatory compliancePolicy developmentAnalytical skillsCustomer serviceCommunication skillsTeam leadership

Required

Educational background and work experience in public health, inspections or surveying, or related field

Experience working in or with government entities or regulatory body

Experience in staff supervision, team leadership, and personnel management

Knowledge of state and federal laws governing food, lodging, and campground licensure

Knowledge of principles of public health, quality improvement, and public safety

Knowledge of personnel management, recruitment, and workforce development strategies

Knowledge of budgeting, contract/grant management, and fiscal stewardship

Knowledge of organizational leadership and change management in public health agencies

Skill to interpret and apply complex regulatory requirements

Skill to lead multidisciplinary teams, coaching and mentoring staff

Skill to develop and monitor policies aligned with legal mandates and best practices

Skill to manage investigations, resolve complaints professionally

Ability to communicate effectively with diverse audiences, including policymakers

Ability to build strategic partnerships across agencies and sectors

Ability to lead organizational change and quality improvement initiatives

Ability to prioritize competing demands while maintaining attention to detail

Ability to analyze and resolve complex regulatory and operational challenges

Ability to draft and propose legislation, rules, and policy guidance

Ability to advocate for ethical practices and customer service excellence

Travel statewide as needed

Preferred

Certified as Registered Sanitarian

Benefits

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Retirement Plan through SDRS with employer contributions

Generous Paid Time Off including vacation, sick leave, and holidays

Flexible Work Schedule Options

Professional Development Opportunities

Employee Assistance Program for personal and family support

Meaningful Work that impacts public health and safety statewide

Company

State of South Dakota

Governor Larry Rhoden’s goal is to create a culture in state government centered around servant leadership, civility, openness, and responsiveness.

Founded in 1889

Pierre, South Dakota, USA

10001+ employees

https://doh.sd.gov/

Funding

Current Stage

Late Stage

Leadership Team

Pat Snow

Chief Technology Officer

Jason Simmons

Chief Financial Officer - Department of Social Services

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