Assistant Executive Director

Responsibilities

• Support the Executive Director in overall management, administration, and strategic planning across operations.
• Oversee daily operations of assigned departments and programs to ensure service delivery and regulatory compliance.
• Direct grant management, including HRSA and other federal/state grant applications, oversight, and reporting.
• Monitor program performance, fiscal operations, and budget compliance across all departments.
• Collaborate on Board of Health governance, including the preparation of reports, agendas, and presentations.
• Lead or co-lead public health preparedness, disaster response, and emergency management initiatives.
• Build and maintain relationships with community partners, local governments, and healthcare providers.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Public Health, Public Administration, or related field plus 4+ years of senior management experience; OR a Bachelor's degree in a related field plus 6+ years of senior management experience.
• Demonstrated knowledge of HRSA programs, sub-grant management, and federal funding mechanisms.
• Proven experience in grant application preparation and managing funding agency relationships.
• Strong financial and budget management skills, including the ability to scrutinize grant formulas and funding allocations.
• Experience in public health program management, operations, and emergency preparedness.
• Valid Texas driver's license (or ability to obtain one upon hire).

Preferred Qualifications

• Five or more years of public health leadership experience, including work with a Board of Health or elected officials.
• Direct experience with services such as WIC, immunizations, infectious disease control, EMS, or environmental health.
• Familiarity with IT governance and cybersecurity oversight in a healthcare or public sector environment.
• Background in nonprofit or government healthcare operations.

Benefits

• Salary: $150,000 to $170,000, commensurate with experience.
• Pension: True defined-benefit pension plan with 100% match and lifetime monthly payment (8-year vesting).
• Health: Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Employee perk: No-cost access to Coastal Health & Wellness clinics.
• Relocation: Receipt-based reimbursement available (typically capped at $10,000).

About the Company

Keller Executive Search is a recruitment agency providing services to clients ranging from startups and nonprofits to multinational corporations. We emphasize ethical search processes, attentive candidate care, and leadership placements that support long-term client outcomes.