Director of Community Health and Partnerships

Job DescriptionINTEGRIS Health, Oklahoma’s largest not-for-profit health system has a great opportunity for a Director of Community Health and Partnerships in Oklahoma City, OK. In this position, you’ll be a part of our Health Equity team providing exceptional work supporting the INTEGRIS Health caregivers and the community at large. If our mission of partnering with people to live healthier lives speaks to you, apply today and learn more about our recently enhanced benefits package for all eligible caregivers such as, front loaded PTO, 100% INTEGRIS Health paid short term disability, increased retirement match, and paid family leave. We invite you to join us as we strive to be The Most Trusted Partner for Health.Director of Community Health & Partnerships leads the health system's community health strategy and oversees programs that advance the organization's mission as a nonprofit health system. This role is responsible for coordinating systemwide efforts to assess community health needs, implement strategies that address identified priorities, and ensure compliance with federal and state nonprofit hospital requirements.The Director is responsible for the strategic direction, implementation, and evaluation of community health initiatives, including Community Health Needs Assessments (CHNA), Community Health Improvement Plans (CHIP), and Community Benefit reporting in alignment with federal IRS requirements and the organization's mission.The Director builds and sustains strong partnerships with community organizations, public health agencies, and internal stakeholders to improve population health outcomes, address health disparities, and ensure compliance with nonprofit hospital community benefit requirements.This leader serves as the system's primary expert on community benefit strategy and works collaboratively across departments to identify, measure, and report community benefit activities across the organization.ResponsibilitiesCommunity Health Strategy & LeadershipLead development and execution of the health system's community health strategy aligned with mission, population health goals, and strategic priorities.Oversee implementation of Community Health Improvement Plans (CHIPs) developed from Community Health Needs Assessments.Identify priority health issues and coordinate systemwide initiatives to address community health needs.Develop measurable goals and key performance indicators for community health programs.Ensure alignment of community health activities with health system strategic initiatives.Identify and address gaps and barriers in access, quality, and satisfaction of health care services for diverse and underserved populations.Community Health Needs Assessments (CHNA)Direct the tri-annual Community Health Needs Assessment process in accordance with IRS and Affordable Care Act requirements.Coordinate community input processes including surveys, focus groups, and stakeholder interviews.Facilitate prioritization of community health needs using data-driven approaches.Collaborate with public health departments, community organizations, and academic partners.Lead development and publication of CHNA reports and implementation strategies.Community Benefit Program OversightOversee the identification, tracking, and reporting of community benefit activities across the health system.Ensure compliance with IRS Schedule H community benefit reporting requirements.Develop and maintain processes for internal departments to document qualifying community benefit activities.Monitor and analyze community benefit investments and outcomes.Coordinate with finance, compliance, and departmental leaders to gather data for annual community benefit reporting.Produce annual community benefit reports and support regulatory filings.Internal Collaboration & Program IdentificationWork across departments to identify activities that qualify as community benefit includingCharity careCommunity health improvement programsHealth professions educationCommunity building initiativesPartner with clinical leadership, population health teams, government relations, philanthropy, marketing and service lines.Provide education to internal teams regarding community benefit definitions and reporting requirements.Promote alignment between community health programs and clinical service priorities.Community Partnerships & Stakeholder EngagementBuild and maintain strategic partnerships with community-based organizations, public health agencies, and other key stakeholders.Support collaborative initiatives addressing social determinants of health, health equity, and access to care.Represent the health system in regional health collaboratives and community coalitions.Program Evaluation & Impact MeasurementEstablish evaluation frameworks for community health programs.Track and report community health outcomes and program effectiveness.Develop dashboards and reports for executive leadership and board oversight.Utilize data to inform program improvements and investment decisions.Monitor progress toward community health improvement goals.Grants & Community InvestmentsSupport oversight of community investments including grants, sponsorships, and program funding aligned with community priorities.Ensure transparency and strategic alignment of community funding initiatives.Evaluate community investment opportunities to ensure alignment with the health system's strategic goals.Governance & Board EngagementPrepare reports and presentations for executive leadership and board committees.Provide strategic updates on community health initiatives and community benefit performance.Ensure appropriate governance oversight of community health activities.QualificationsREQUIRED QUALIFICATIONSEXPERIENCE:7–10 years of progressive leadership experience in:Community healthPopulation healthPublic healthCommunity benefit administrationExperience working with community-based organizations and public health agencies.Experience managing complex, multi-stakeholder initiatives.EDUCATION:Master's degree required in one of the following:Public Health (MPH)Health Administration (MHA)Public AdministrationSocial WorkHealth Policy or related fieldSKILLS: Knowledge of nonprofit hospital regulatory requirements related to community benefit.Understanding of population health principles and social determinants of health.Strong partnership-building and stakeholder engagement skills.Ability to translate data and community input into strategic action plansStrong data analysis and program evaluation skills.Strategic planning and program development expertise.Excellent communication and presentation skills.Preferred QualificationsEXPERIENCE:Experience working within a nonprofit hospital or health system strongly preferred.Experience leading CHNAs and community benefit reporting highly preferred.