Health Director

Overview

The Town of Carlisle seeks an energetic and innovative individual for the position of Health Director. This is an exciting opportunity to support the Town's public health programs and enforcement of public health laws and regulations under the direction of the Board of Health.

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This position is responsible for supervision of all Health Department functions and staff, including enforcing all applicable health laws and regulations, approving and issuing all health-related licenses and permits, and administering public health programs. The successful candidate will have excellent interpersonal and communication skills, as well as a working knowledge of sanitation and communicable disease; nursing and mental health services as they relate to community health;

and a thorough understanding of applicable federal, state and local laws, codes and regulations, including Title 5 of the State Environmental Code.

Typical qualifications for this position include a bachelor’s degree in public health, environmental science or related field; and at least 5 years of experience in public and/or environmental health, with some supervisory experience preferred, or any equivalent combination of education and experience. Preferred qualifications include Registered Sanitarian or Certified Health Officer.

To apply, please send a resume and cover letter to Aubrey Thomas, Assistant Town Administrator/HR Director, at athomas, or by mail to Carlisle Town Hall, 66 Westford Street, Carlisle, MA 01741. This position is open until filled; apply by 2/6/26 for priority consideration.

The Town of Carlisle is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, or any other legally protected status.