Health Officer, County

County

CORE PURPOSE:

Promote the General Welfare

Quick Facts

Holder(s):

Dr. Michelle Migliore

Term:

Varies

Method:

Appointed

Level:

County

Oath Administered By:

County Clerk or Circuit Court Judge

Role Overview

In St. Joseph County, enforces public health laws, oversees disease control, conducts inspections, promotes health education, and responds to health emergencies.

Constitutional Mandate:

Protects public health (Ind. Const. Art. 1, Sec. 1).

Key Competencies:

Medical expertise, leadership, and public health knowledge.

Potential Weaknesses:

A failure to quickly identify and respond to a public health crisis, which could result in widespread illness or death.

I solemnly swear (or affirm) that I will support the Constitution of the United States and the Constitution of the State of Indiana, and that I will faithfully and impartially discharge the duties of the office of County Health Officer to the best of my ability. So help me God.