Don Callaghan, BA

Iowa Department of Public Health
Immunization Program
321 E. 12th
Des Moines, IA
USA 50319
Email: dcallagh@idph.state.ia.us

Biographical Sketch:
Iowa Department of Public Health Bureau Chief, Immunization and Tuberculosis Public Service Executive 3 September 2009 - Present „XServe as bureau chief under the supervision of the division director „XProvide leadership and direction for the Bureau of Immunization and TB and facilitate bureau-wide and program-level strategic planning „XDevelop and implement bureau-wide organizational and operational policies, procedures, projects and performance standards „XProvide administrative and supervisory oversight for bureau staff „XManage personnel, including hiring, evaluation, professional training and mentoring, discipline, promotion, and other actions, ensuring compliance with state, departmental, and division policies and procedures. „XOversee and administer a bureau budget of approximately $24 million. Conduct cost-benefit analyses and projections to ensure balance of resources and program solvency „XAnalyze and interpret public health data, research, and theories and incorporate the information in decision-making processes „XInterpret federal and state regulations, review federal grant proposals, and correspond with federal government and other state agencies on programmatic and administrative policies „XDevelop and revise changes to Iowa Code and administrative rules for bureau programs.