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Job Title: Deputy Director, Clinical Integration
Location: Bethesda, Maryland (Remote)
Reports To: Director, Clinical Integration
FLSA Status: Exempt
Must be able to provide proof of residence in one of these states: KS, MA, MD, MI, NC, NJ, NY, TN, TX, PA, VA, WA, or DC
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About NACHC:
Founded in 1971, the National Association of Community Health Centers (NACHC) serves as the leading voice for America’s Health Centers and the people and communities they serve. NACHC works to promote the provision of high-quality, affordable, community-based health care to everyone, particularly to underserved populations.
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Position Summary:
The Deputy Director supports NACHC’s mission by leading and supporting clinically-focused strategic initiatives across the Community Health Functional Area and integration across NACHC. This role is responsible for designing, implementing, and evaluating national-level clinical projects that improve health outcomes, enhance data infrastructure, and promote workforce growth and development in community health centers.
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Key Responsibilities:
1. Clinical Practices Implementation and Integration
- Lead and/or support projects focused on Clinical Integration.
- Apply evidencebased clinical practices and quality improvement methodologies.
- Provide Subject Matter Expertise on clinical workforce initiatives at NACHC.
- Facilitate expert panels and other clinicallycentered convenings, moderating and speaking at convenings as necessary.
- Contribute to national data quality improvement initiatives.
- Identify and address data gaps in clinical care.
- Design and implement evaluation activities for community health clinical initiatives.
2. Logistics and Operations
- Design and implement logistics strategies, contribute to synergies within assigned projects and coordinate crossfunctional teams to ensure effective program delivery.
- Assist with oversight of daytoday operations of Clinical Integration projects
- Provide coverage and/or representation for Director, Public Health Integration at both internal and external convenings.
- Contribute to NACHC organizational improvement and integration efforts through: o NACHC Conferences, Committees/Subcommittees/Task Forces
- NACHC Performance Improvement teams o Providing excellent customer service internally and externally to health centers, Primary Care Associations (PCAs), and Health Center Controlled Networks (HCCNs)
- Representing NACHC with other organizations and agencies o Contribute to the business operations and financial stewardship for NACHC and Community Health through efficient and effective management consistent with OMB and audit principles.
- Reporting requirements as designated by funders for assigned projects
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Required Qualifications:
- Master’s degree in Pharmacist, Nurse (RN or APRN), or Oral Health or Behavioral Health required.
- Minimum 5 years of experience in: o Safety net organizations (e.g., PCA, HCCN, health centers, NACHC)
- Coaching health centers on quality improvement o Designing, managing, and evaluating national impact projects
- One or more of the following certifications preferred: o Public Health
- Professional in Healthcare Quality o Clinical Informatics
- Health Education Specialist (CHES or MCHES)
- Project Management Professional (PMP)
Key Skills and Competencies:
- Strong problemsolving and resultsoriented approach.
- Expertise in Quality Improvement (QI) and implementation science.
- Expertise in public health and clinical evidencebased models.
- Project and change management skills.
- Budget development and management experience.
- Ability to lead teams and manage direct reports.
- Ability to build and manage partnerships and networks.
- Representation of NACHC on national and academic platforms.
- Proposal writing and plain language communication.
- Authoring peerreviewed journal articles.
- Effective communication with varied audiences.
- Strategic visioning for NACHC’s future.
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Why Join NACHC?
At NACHC, you’ll be part of a dedicated and collaborative team working to improve the health and well-being of communities nationwide. We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for growth in a purpose-driven organization.
Salary: $100,000 - $130,000
About National Association Of Community Health Centers Inc
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- Five or more years of progressively responsible management or program leadership experience
- Bachelor's degree in public administration, business administration, or a related field
- Demonstrated experience developing and managing departmental or program budgets
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for executive-level reporting and stakeholder engagement
- Experience with strategic planning, policy development, or operational process improvement
- Master's degree preferred in public policy, healthcare administration, or a relevant discipline
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Which companies are hiring the most deputy assistant directors?
The most active employers for deputy assistant directors right now are Metropolitan Transportation Authority, Commonwealth of Massachusetts, and City and County of San Francisco, and the most openings are in New York, California, and Massachusetts, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Government agencies, hospital networks, and large universities consistently account for the majority of postings at this level.
How many deputy assistant director jobs are remote?
About 60% of deputy assistant director openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, though availability varies significantly by sector. Policy, communications, and grant management functions within the role tend to be the most remote-friendly, while operations and facilities-focused deputy assistant director positions almost always require an on-site presence.
How do you become a deputy assistant director?
Most deputy assistant directors move into the role after several years as a manager, program director, or department head in their field. Build a record of leading teams, managing budgets, and delivering cross-functional initiatives. Develop fluency in your sector's regulatory environment, pursue a graduate degree if your target industry expects one, and seek out roles that expand your direct authority over staff and resources.
Can you get a deputy assistant director job with limited senior leadership experience?
It's possible in smaller organizations or specific sectors like nonprofits and community health where the title carries a narrower scope. Focus on roles where your functional expertise is rare, make the case with concrete examples of leading teams and managing competing priorities, and be prepared to accept a position that expands your authority gradually rather than immediately.
What does the deputy assistant director interview process look like?
The process typically runs three to four rounds. An initial screening with HR is followed by a panel interview with senior leadership, often including the assistant director or department head who would be your direct supervisor. Finalists frequently face a presentation round where you're asked to respond to a real or hypothetical operational or strategic challenge. Reference checks and background screening come before any offer.
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