Deputy Director Hazel Dean developed a plan in reaction to the growing number of public health professionals not able to meet coverage demands.
by Site Staff
November 19, 2012
HAZEL DEAN
Deputy Director of the National Center for HIV/AIDS, Viral Hepatitis, STD and TB Prevention,
U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
In February 2010, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s National Center for HIV/AIDS, Viral Hepatitis, STD and TB Prevention institutionalized workforce development and capability as one of six goals in its five-year strategic plan. Deputy Director Hazel Dean developed the plan in reaction to the growing number of public health professionals not able to meet coverage demands. The workforce development program focuses on recruitment and retention, learning opportunities and a healthy work-life balance. Initiatives include novel communication platforms on workforce issues such as an email box, blog and development, a Learn@Lunch career development series and a new employee ambassador program.