313 Haney Ave, South Bend, IN 46613, USA
574-304-4559
County Health Officer
County Government
Role Overview
The County Health Officer is an appointed physician who leads the local health department. This role is responsible for protecting and promoting public health by overseeing disease prevention, investigating outbreaks, and enforcing health codes.
Quick Facts
Holder(s):
Appointed Physician
Term:
4-year term
Method:
Appointed
Core Responsibilities
Investigate and control communicable disease outbreaks.
Essential Attributes & Risks
Key Competencies
Medical & Public Health Expertise, Leadership, and Effective Communication skills.
Enforce state and local public health laws and regulations.
Educate the public on health issues and promote healthy behaviors.
Provide strategic leadership for the county health department.
Critical Risk
A failure to quickly identify and respond to a public health crisis, which could result in widespread illness or death.
Constitutional Mandate
This section highlights how the office's duties align with the core objectives of the U.S. and Indiana Constitutions.
1
Promote the general Welfare
The entire mission of the office is to protect and improve the health and well-being of the public.
2
Insure domestic Tranquility
Prevents the societal disruption caused by disease outbreaks and public health emergencies.
3
Execute the laws
Directly responsible for enforcing all public health laws and codes within the county.