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Personal Health Director

The Benzie-Leelanau District Health Department is seeking a full-time Personal Health Director to provide leadership, strategic direction, and oversight for our Personal Health Division. This leadership role works closely with staff, community partners, and regional and state organizations to advance programs and services that improve health outcomes across Benzie and Leelanau Counties.

The Personal Health Director will guide strategic planning, program development, budget management, staff supervision, and community partnerships while supporting the Agency's mission to promote wellness, prevent disease, and improve access to quality health services. The ideal candidate will have experience in public health, community health programs, leadership, and team management, along with a strong commitment to collaboration and service excellence.

Application Deadline: June 29, 2026. Email cover letter and resume to Dan Thorell (dthorell@bldhd.org).
Interviews: Mid-July 2026
Anticipated Start Date: November 30, 2026


The Benzie-Leelanau District Health Department is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Benzie Office

6051 Frankfort Hwy , Ste 100
Benzonia, MI   49616

Office Hours
Monday-Friday
8am-12pm and 1pm-4:30pm

Phone: (231) 882-4409 (231) 882-4409
Fax: (231) 882-2204

Leelanau County
Health Services

7401 E Duck Lake Rd., Ste 100
Lake Leelanau, MI 49653

Office Hours
Monday-Friday
8am-12pm and 1pm-4:30pm

Phone: (231) 256-0200(231) 256-0200
Fax: (231) 882-0143

Leelanau County
Environmental Services

8527 E. Government Center Dr. Suite LL-007
Suttons Bay, MI 49682

Office Hours
Monday-Friday
8am-12pm and 1pm-4:30pm

Phone: (231) 256-0201(231) 256-0200
Fax: (231) 256-0225

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