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Location : Mammoth Lakes, CA
Job Type: Part-Time
Job Number: 202600053
Department: Health and Human Services
Opening Date: 08/10/2026
Closing Date: 8/31/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
Bargaining Unit: N/A
Job Summary
The Public Health Officer serves as Mono County's chief medical authority, providing medical leadership and oversight for the Public Health Division. Reporting to the Director of Health and Human Services, the position guides public health policy, oversees disease prevention efforts, coordinates emergency public health response activities, and serves as the County's trusted medical expert. This position offers the opportunity to improve the health and well-being of rural communities through collaboration, innovation, and evidence-based public health practice.
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Ideal Candidate Summary
The ideal candidate is an experienced physician and collaborative leader who is passionate about improving the health and well-being of rural communities. They possess a strong foundation in clinical medicine and understand the unique challenges and opportunities of protecting population health in a geographically diverse county. They are equally comfortable developing public health policy, collaborating with healthcare providers and partner agencies, and communicating complex medical information to elected officials, community organizations, the media, and the public.
Success in this role requires exceptional leadership, sound judgment, and the ability to make timely, evidence-based decisions during both routine operations and public health emergencies. The ideal candidate values relationship building and works effectively with hospitals, laboratories, emergency responders, schools, law enforcement, and state and federal agencies to address emerging public health concerns. They demonstrate professionalism, integrity, and a commitment to ethical medical practice while fostering collaboration and trust throughout the community.
The successful candidate embraces continuous improvement, seeking opportunities to strengthen public health programs, advance disease prevention efforts, and improve community health outcomes. They are an effective communicator who can translate complex medical and scientific information into clear, actionable guidance for audiences with varying levels of technical knowledge. A commitment to public service, community engagement, and the mission of protecting and promoting the health of Mono County residents is essential.
About the Department (Summary)
The Mono County Health and Human Services Department - Public Health Division is dedicated to protecting and improving the health of residents and visitors through disease prevention, emergency preparedness, health promotion, environmental health collaboration, and community partnerships. Serving a geographically diverse rural county spanning the Eastern Sierra, the division works closely with healthcare providers, schools, emergency services, state and federal agencies, and local organizations to address evolving public health challenges.
Our team values collaboration, innovation, integrity, and service. Employees have the opportunity to make a lasting impact by helping shape public health initiatives, responding to emerging health concerns, and strengthening the resilience of our communities. Working in Mono County offers the rare opportunity to combine meaningful public service with an exceptional quality of life surrounded by world-class outdoor recreation, breathtaking landscapes, and close-knit mountain communities.
About the County
Mono County, California's Great Beyond
Mono County offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact through public service while enjoying an exceptional quality of life. As a small, collaborative county organization, employees work closely with leadership, take on diverse responsibilities, and see the direct results of their work in the community.
What employees value about working at Mono County: Employees appreciate Mono County's location and lifestyle benefits, strong benefits package (including CalPERS retirement and health coverage), collaborative teams, and the opportunity to make a direct impact in public service. Our smaller, close-knit work environment fosters meaningful connections and supports work-life balance.
Mono County, Located in California's Eastern Sierra
Mono County is a rural region with a dynamic community of 13,000 residents located in the eastern side of California's Sierra Nevada range. Development is increasing in the area due to the consistent growth of the town of Mammoth Lakes. Known as "California's Great Beyond" this natural playground offers a complete range of amenities and activities making it an ideal place to live and work. Enjoy fine shops, restaurants, and cafes. Snowboard, ski, or bike down mountain trails, fish for trout, explore the backcountry, play a round of golf, relax in soothing hot springs, or paddle a kayak along the shores of Mono Lake.
The town of Mammoth Lakes is the most populated region of Mono County, hosting Mammoth Mountain Ski area and various resort-community amenities. On the quieter side, June Lake, Lee Vining, Bridgeport, Walker, Coleville, Chalfant, and Benton offer a more rural atmosphere, unlimited outdoor adventures, and small-town charm.
Benefits Highlights

• Retirement: CalPERS retirement and 457/401(a) Plans available.
• Medical: CalPERS health plans
• Dental, Vision, Term Life
• Generous vacation and sick pay
• Discounted gym membership

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Additional Information
EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE
A successful candidate will have an understanding of public health, a passion for fostering healthy communities, and be a licensed physician.
Possession of a Master's degree in Public Health or equivalent is desirable.
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS
Possession and maintenance of a valid unrestricted Physician's and Surgeon's license issued by the California Medical Board or the prerequisites and ability to obtain one within 6 months of hire.
Possession of a driver's license valid in California.
Mono County Summary of Benefits
The following information is intended to provide a summary of benefits and does not include full details of coverage. Service limitations and restrictions may apply depending on coverage levels and services rendered.
Pay Periods and Payroll Deductions
County employees are paid on a bi-weekly basis, which consists of 26 pay periods per year. Payroll deductions including medical and most voluntary deductions will occur on a semi-monthly basis or 2 times per month. Retirement contributions will always be deducted on all 26 pay periods.
Medical Mono County Contracts with CalPERS
To provide health insurance for its employees and currently offers several Preferred Provider (PPO) Plans which are administered by Anthem Blue Cross. Employees have the option to choose from PERS Gold, PERS Platinum, and PORAC. The PORAC Plan is currently only available to members of the Safety group employee's. Medical plan costs vary based on the plan and coverage you select. The employee and the County share the cost of the plan, which is deducted on a pre-tax basis. The employee's cost is in accordance with the applicable Memorandum of Understanding with each bargaining group. For more information regarding health plans, please visit: https://www.calpers.ca.gov/page/active-members/health-benefits/plans-and-rates
Dental Mono County
Offers a self-insured dental plan administered by Ameritas.
Dental premium coverage is provided to eligible Mono County employees at 100% employer paid.
Vision
Vision Service Plan is our Vision Insurance provider. Our plan is VSP Signature. Benefits include:

• well/vision exam every 12 months, carries a $10 copay.
• $160 allowance for frames and 20% off amount over allowance.
• $180 allowance for contacts and contact lens exam and 15% off contact lens fitting and evaluation. Currently Vision coverage is provided to eligible Mono County employees at 100% employer paid.

Basic Life Insurance
Administered by Madison Life, Mono County Employees are entitled to Life Insurance and Accidental Death and Dismemberment.
Mono County also offers coverage to employee's spouse and dependents. Life Insurance is administered by Voya Insurance.

• Coverage for General Employees is $5,000.00
• At-Will/Elected Employees/Paramedic Coverage is $50,000.00
• Coverage for Employee's Spouse is $1,000.00
• Coverage for Employee's Children is also $1,000.00
• Coverage for Employee's Children under six months is $100.00

Currently Basic Life coverage is provided to eligible Mono County employees at 100% employer paid.
Supplemental Life Insurance - Administered by Colonial Life.
Employees have the option of enrolling in a Supplemental Life insurance policy for themselves, their spouse and any dependent children. This policy is purchased by the employee with rates based on the age group at the time of enrollment.
Supplemental life insurance coverage can be enrolled in the first 31 days of employment without proof of good health, after 31 days proof of good health is required. Amounts available are as follows:

• For Employee up to $150,000 (guaranteed issue) or up to $500,000 with proof of good health
• For Spouse up to $50,000.00 and for the Employee's Children for $10,000.00.

Flexible Spending Accounts and Optional Insurances
Provided by AmeriFLEX Flexible Spending Accounts for medical reimbursement and dependent care are available through a Section 125 account administered by AmeriFLEX . These accounts allow you to contribute pre-tax dollars to help pay for eligible medical and dependent care expenses.
Mono County Deferred Compensation 457/401(a) Plan
The County provides deferred compensation plan through Internal Revenue Code Section 401(a) Employees have the option to sign up for the 457-deferred compensation plan and contribute up to the maximum amount allowed by the IRS. If the employee contributes a total of 1-5% of their pre-tax salary, the County will match those contributions up to a maximum of 5% into a 401 (a) plan under the employee's name. The employee may direct the investment of all contributions in accordance with the options or limitation provided by the 401(a) Plan.
CalPERS Retirement Benefits and Contributions
Mono County contracts with CalPERS for your retirement plan. Your retirement plan is a defined benefit plan determined by a set formula which uses your years of service, age at retirement, and highest one or three years of service. The Plan is funded by contributions from the employee, the County and investments from plan assets.
Mono County has a Local Miscellaneous group and a Local Safety group.
Your benefit formula will fall within one of these two groups
Most new members will fall within the new Pension Reform Formulas of 2 @ 62 for Miscellaneous & 2.7 @ 57 for all Safety Group. However, if you do have prior membership you may be eligible for the formulas that were in place on December 31st 2012, before Pension reform went into place. Our pre-pension reform formulas are:
Local Miscellaneous Group = 2.5% @ 55
Local Safety - Sheriff = 3% @ 55
Local Safety - Fire = 2% @ 50
Local Safety - County Peace Officer = 3% @ 50
Find out all about your CalPERS benefits at www.calpers.ca.gov
EAP - Employee Assistance Program
Mono County offers two different Employee Assistance Programs through Trindel Insurance Fund and NIS. Both programs include counseling and telephone consultation services addressing a variety of personal topics to promote a healthy family and work life balance.
Mono County Wellness Program
Mono County offers a discounted rate, as well as $25 towards Membership to local health clubs at the Double Eagle in June Lake or Snowcreek Athletic Club.
For employees living or working in Bridgeport, there is a County maintained facility in the Bridgeport Memorial Hall that employees have access to for a small one-time fee of $10.00
SICK & VACATION
Sick - (Unless an applicable collective bargaining agreement provides otherwise)
Eligible employees will accrue sick leave at the rate of 12 sick days per year. Permanent part-time employees accrue sick leave on a prorated basis.
Vacation- (Unless an applicable collective bargaining agreement provides otherwise)
Eligible employees shall be entitled to accrue vacation leave with pay for each year of full-time service as follows:
Initial employment 10 days vacation per year
After three years of continuous service------15 days vacation per year
After ten years of continuous service--------17 days vacation per year
After fifteen years of continuous service---19 days vacation per year
After twenty years of continuous service--20 days vacation per year
Permanent part-time employees accrue vacation on a prorated basis.
Mono County Holidays
Mono County recognizes 16 holidays as outlined in the Mono County Policies and Procedures and Personal Holidays according to the specific MOU (Memorandum of Understanding) according to your represented group.
"Welcome to Mono County - A great place to live and work!!"
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Statement on Remote Work Policy"Mono County does not permit fully remote positions. All employees are required to perform their job duties in person at their designated work location(s) to ensure compliance with Mono County policies, state labor laws, applicable tax regulations, and operational requirements. Requests for intermittent remote work may be considered on a case-by-case basis at the discretion of the Department Head, with approval from the County Administrative Of