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Public Health CEO

Plan, direct, or coordinate the operations of a Public Health organization, overseeing multiple departments. Duties and responsibilities include formulating policies, managing daily operations, and planning the use of materials and human resources. Usually manage through subordinate directors.

Annual openings

1,036

Median wage

$134,910

Typical education

At least a Bachelor's degree, but most people that have this role have an Advanced degree, such as a Master of Public Health or Master of Science in Public Health.

Growth 2026–2032

+18%

Median wage source: Colorado BLS OEWS (2025).

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Typical education

At least a Bachelor's degree, but most people that have this role have an Advanced degree, such as a Master of Public Health or Master of Science in Public Health.

Credential requirement

Credential requirements not reported

Work experience

A considerable amount of work-related skill, knowledge, or experience is needed for these occupations. Work experience as a Director is highly valued.

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Automation exposure

Low exposure

Tasks here lean on judgement and people skills that are hard to automate.

A typical day

  1. Direct, supervise and evaluate work activities of medical, nursing, technical, clerical, service, maintenance, and other personnel.
  2. Develop and maintain computerized record management systems to store and process data, such as personnel activities and information, and to produce reports.
  3. Plan, implement, and administer programs and services in a health care or medical facility, including personnel administration, training, and coordination of medical, nursing and physical plant staff.
  4. Conduct and administer fiscal operations, including accounting, planning budgets, authorizing expenditures, establishing rates for services, and coordinating financial reporting.
  5. Maintain awareness of advances in medicine, computerized diagnostic and treatment equipment, data processing technology, government regulations, health insurance changes, and financing options.
  6. Establish work schedules and assignments for staff, according to workload, space, and equipment availability.
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