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Job Description
ABOUT US
At the County of Marin, our employees overwhelmingly report feeling their work is meaningful, they like the work they do, and they are proud to tell people “I work for the County of Marin.” Discover more about us, our values and our organizational culture on th e Department of Human Resources website . Read on to find out more about this opportunity.
DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES
At Health & Human Services, we serve our community through the values of support, unity, trust and excellence with one common goal: to promote and protect the health, well-being, safety and self-sufficiency of all in Marin. Join our team of bright, committed, and energetic people who also want to make an impact through public service.
ABOUT THE POSITION
The Public Health Program Manager provides operational management, leadership, and oversight for the Healthy Families Marin (HFM) Home Visiting Program.
Working in collaboration with the Nursing Services Manager, the Program Manager develops and manages HFM program budgets, ensuring alignment with State and Federal funding allocations and County fiscal standards, and oversees timely and accurate claims and fiscal reporting.
The Program Manager works closely with Unit Supervisors to implement and sustain the evidence-based Healthy Families America® (HFA) home visiting model for early childhood intervention. This includes oversight of program implementation, quality assurance and continuous quality improvement (QA/QI), accreditation, data collection and reporting, and adherence to HFA Best Practice Standards.
The Program Manager oversees the delivery of culturally responsive, comprehensive in-home and group services for families, and monitors assessments and interventions to support Supervisors and staff in making system improvements that strengthen family engagement, retention, case management, and program outcomes. This role supports effective resource identification, referrals, and coordination of services to meet family needs.
Using reflective supervision practices, the Program Manager provides leadership and guidance to Unit Supervisors and staff responsible for direct home visiting services. The Program Manager makes recommendations regarding program and administrative policies, procedures, and enhancements based on HFA Best Practice Standards, County regulations, data, staff input, and family feedback. The position is also responsible for maintaining Healthy Families America accreditation, including oversight of hiring, training, mentoring, home visit practices, documentation, program monitoring, and reporting in accordance with HFA standards.
ABOUT YOU
OUR HIGHLY QUALIFIED CANDIDATE
Our highly qualified candidate has training and experience with the Healthy Families America® (HFA) model and a strong understanding of the challenges and rewards of working with families experiencing multiple stressors. This individual is knowledgeable in trauma-informed, strength-based, and family-centered approaches that promote nurturing parent-child relationships, enhance family functioning, and support healthy child growth and development.
The highly qualified candidate brings experience supervising, supporting, and motivating staff—particularly in complex or high-stress service environments—and demonstrates skill in reflective and evidence-based supervision and Home Visiting practices. They have knowledge of infant and child development, demonstrates cultural humility and responsiveness, and is able to manage change while communicating clearly and thinking critically.
This individual is able to establish effective, collaborative relationships with staff, partners, and stakeholders, and provides leadership in quality assurance and continuous quality improvement to support both staff success and program outcomes.
The highly qualified candidate has experience in Home Visiting evidence-based and reflective practice and/or has undergone Health Families America Training.
Successful completion of Healthy Families America (HFA) Foundation Training and FROG Training is required at the time of application. In addition, at least one continuous year of experience providing direct home visiting services within an identified program model, and at least one continuous year of experience supervising home visiting staff within an identified program model, are required at the time of application.
QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of:- Principles and practices of management, including program development, implementation and evaluation; goal setting, personnel management; budgeting and fiscal administration; grants administration; and contract negotiation and monitoring.
- Applicable laws, rules, codes and regulations.
- Principles, methods, and practices of employment and training, clinic administration, and community needs and resources.
- Manage, implement and evaluate services that carry out overall program objectives and achieve appropriate outcomes.
- Interpret, explain and apply legislation, regulations, policies and directives; develop and implement appropriate clinic/program policy; and ensure clinic/program compliance.
- Plan, organize and manage the activities of employees.
- Develop and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted during the performance of duties, including multi-disciplinary staff, community members and organizations, public and private agencies, and local, state and federal agencies.
- Work collaboratively to enhance service integration within the department and non-profit community partners.
- Prepare and present effective written and verbal reports, policies, procedures and other written materials.
- Effectively represent the program, department and County in meetings and presentations.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Any combination of education and experience which would provide the required knowledge and skills listed. Typically, a Bachelor's degree in Public Health or Health Care Administration, or a related field and three years of experience appropriate to the assignment including one year of supervisory experience.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
To be considered for this vacancy, you must submit an application between Friday, February 20, 2026, at 9:00 AM and Friday, February 27, 2026, at 11:59 PM .
For any questions concerning this position announcement, please contact Sarah Githens at Sarah.Githens@MarinCounty.gov .
All applicants will receive email notifications regarding their status in the recruitment process. Please be sure to check your spam settings to allow our emails to reach you. You may also log into your GovernmentJobs.com account to view these emails.
Testing and Eligible List: Depending on the number of qualified applications received, the examination may consist of a highly qualified review, application screening, online assessment, written examination, oral examination, performance examination, or any combination to determine which candidates' names will be placed on the eligible list. The eligible list established from this recruitment may be used to fill the current vacancy, and any future vacancies for open, fixed-term, full-time or part-time positions which may occur while the list remains active.
Live Scan ( Special Requirements ): Candidates selected are subject to fingerprinting by the Sheriff's Department and must pass a Department of Justice Live Scan check prior to appointment.
Disaster Service Workers: All County of Marin employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law (California Government Code Section 3100-3109). Employment with the County requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to complete all Disaster Service Worker-related training as assigned, and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency.
Equal Employment Opportunity Employer: If you have questions regarding equal employment opportunities, please contact Roger Crawford, Equal Employment Opportunity Director, at 415-473-2095.
PLEASE NOTE: The benefits described herein do not apply to temporary (contingent) or to part-time employees that work less than 50%.
COUNTY OF MARIN BENEFITS: GENERAL
Below are some of the excellent benefits the County offers. More information about our benefits can be found on the Marin County's Benefits Homepage .
Paid Time Off : Competitive vacation accrual; 12 holidays per year; and generous sick leave accruals. Additional types of paid leaves are available for some bargaining units.
Health Plan : Choice of four health plans (two Kaiser HMOs, Western Health Advantage HMO, and an Anthem Blue Cross PPO) along with dental through Delta Dental PPO, and vision through Vision Service Plan (VSP). There is a County contribution toward the premiums (the contribution amount varies depending on coverage tier elected such as employee only, employee + 1, employee + family). Plus, the County offers excellent Life Insurance, Disability, Flexible Spending Plans, a Dependent Care Assistance Program, professional development and more.
Retirement : Defined benefit plan under the County Employees Retirement Act of 1937. More information can be found online at www.mcera.org.
IRS 457 Plan : Choice of pre-tax or post-tax (Roth) employee contribution up to the IRS annual maximum.
Retiree Medical : The County provides access to group health plan coverage to eligible retirees.
For specific questions regarding the employment process, please contact Human Resources at (415) 473-6104. For additional details about the benefits or retirement, please contact the Benefits Division at (415) 473-2197.
*IMPORTANT NOTE: Benefits described herein do not represent a contract and may be changed without notice.
Closing Date/Time: 2/27/2026 11:59 PM Pacific -
ABOUT THE COMPANY
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County of Marin
Show moreThe County of Marin is a vibrant and thriving organization comprised of 23 agencies and departments with a workforce of approximately 2,400 employees. The County’s array of public safety, community development, public works, health and human services, community services and administrative services is governed by the Board of Supervisors, which is made up of an elected representative from each of the five voting districts in this county.
This diverse organization strives to uphold a set of core values at work: respect, trust, integrity, diversity, equality, excellence, accountability, innovation, and collaboration. These values keep the organization and its individuals healthy, resulting in successful and sustainable quality service delivery. In addition, the County is committed to being a well-managed organization that relies on the talents of its workforce to succeed.
OUR MISSION AS A COUNTY:
To provide excellent services that support healthy, safe and sustainable communities; preserve Marin’s unique environmental heritage; and encourage meaningful participation in the governance of the County by all.
When you’re employed in local government the effects of your work are visible all around you. Your work is an integral part of the day-to-day lives of Marin County residents and visitors. From the roads we drive on, to the parks and libraries we visit, to the services we rely on to keep us healthy and safe, County employees contribute directly to the sustained well-being of Marin County’s communities.
We are motivated to preserve the importance of Equity, Economy, Environment and Education that make our County unique. With over 3000 employees, volunteers and interns across 22 departments, we are a part of the communities we serve. We work with our core values in mind: Integrity, Respect, Diversity, Innovation, Collaboration, and Excellence. These values are not only part of our organization’s strategic initiatives and goals[PDF], but they are what unify us in our work across a variety of perspectives and skillsets.
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