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Our vision: A safe and healthy Kitsap County for all.

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Our Vision

Our vision is a safe and healthy Kitsap County for all.

Leadership

Kitsap Public Health District has been protecting the health of our county’s residents since 1947. A 10-member Public Health Board, composed of elected officials and community representatives, is our ultimate governing body.

     

Our executive leadership team, listed below, directs our team of professional and support staff totaling over 100 full and part time positions:

Gib Morrow, MD, MPH

Health Officer

Yolanda Fong, RN, MN, APHN-BC

Administrator

Siri Kushner, MPH CPH

Director

Public Health Infrastructure Division

Lynn Pittsinger, ARNP

Director

Community Health Division

Jessica Guidry, MPH, CHES

Assistant Director

Public Health Infrastructure Division

John Kiess, RS

Director

Environmental Health Division

Eric Evans, RS

Assistant Director

Environmental Health Division

Our Mission

The Kitsap Public Health District prevents disease and protects and promotes the health of all people in Kitsap County.

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To Apply

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Equal Opportunity

Because Kitsap Public Health District values diversity in the workplace, qualified individuals of all cultural and ethnic backgrounds, particularly bilingual persons, are encouraged to apply. The District is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability status, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, or local law.


Selection Process

First, we evaluate all applications received based on experience, skills, training and education. In most cases we select finalists for skills testing, such as a written exercise and/or computer-based test. We invite top finalists for a panel interview to determine their suitability for the position. We also conduct reference checks for one or more top finalists.


Criminal History

Offers made to successful candidates will be made contingent on results of a criminal background check.


Reasonable Accommodations

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, disability will be considered only in the context of an applicant's ability to perform essential functions of the job and to determine reasonable accommodation.

Accommodation to participate in the job application and/or selection process will be made upon request with reasonable notice. The physical demands described in our class specifications are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.


Identification

If you are offered employment with the District, you must provide proof of identity and authorization to work in the United States by your third day of employment, as required by the US Citizenship and Immigration Services.


Use of Automobile

If you are offered employment and your position requires the use of an automobile, you will be expected to use your own private vehicle. You must also provide proof of appropriate auto insurance and maintain a current, valid Washington State driver's license.


Disclaimer

The Kitsap Public Health District is a drug-free, tobacco-free workplace.

June 27, 2024

Our Board

Our 10-member Kitsap Public Health Board is our governing body. They have broad legal authority and responsibility to protect the community's health and to enforce a variety of local, state and federal laws and regulations. They select and oversee our leadership, work with us to set our policy and priorities, approve our annual budget and enact health policies through new, local public health regulations when the need arises. This diverse group of elected officials and community representatives shares a passion for public service that contributes significantly to the health and well-being of our community.

Becky Erickson

Mayor of Poulsbo

Board member since January 2010

Ashley Mathews

Councilmember Bainbridge Island

Board member since February 2024

Drayton Jackson

Consumer of Public Health

Board member since October 2022

Dr. Tara Sell

Other Community Stakeholder

Board member since September 2022

Stephen Kutz

Suquamish Tribe

Board member since September 2022

Rob Putaansuu

Mayor of Port Orchard

Board member since January 2016

Christine Rolfes

Kitsap County Commissioner

Board member since September 2023

Jolene Sullivan

Port Gamble S’Klallam Tribe

Board member since January 2023

Dr. Michael Watson

Public Health / Health Care

Board member since October 2022

Greg Wheeler

Mayor of Bremerton

Board member since January 2018

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