Shane Sanderson
Albany,OR
Summary
Public Health Program Manager with extensive experience in designing and executing community health initiatives. Proven expertise in strategic planning, budget oversight, and team leadership, resulting in enhanced service delivery and expanded program reach. Demonstrated ability to drive performance improvement and foster collaborations with community partners to elevate health outcomes.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Environmental/Public Health Program Manager
Linn County Health Services
Albany, OR
11.2019 - Current
- Led cross-functional teams in collaboration with elected representatives, unions, media, and community groups to enhance health outcomes for Linn County residents.
- Developed and managed budgets while generating sustainable revenue, significantly increasing divisional program revenue through strategic initiatives.
- Modernized public health programs utilizing data-driven, action-oriented, evidence-based strategies to improve effectiveness and impact.
- Expanded community partnerships from 8 to over 80 by empowering and developing leadership capabilities.
Safety & Sanitation Manager
MGM - Aria Resort and Casino
Las Vegas, NV
03.2018 - 12.2019
- Supported regulated facilities by conducting plan reviews, licensing, inspections, consultations, and behavioral design to address human behavior challenges.
- Trained management teams on risk management strategies aligned with operational workflows.
- Executed formal audits and risk assessments, presenting findings to operations leadership for informed decision-making.
Environmental Health Director
Eau Claire City-County Health Department
Eau Claire, WI
07.2013 - 09.2017
- Directed environmental health programs and public education initiatives, enhancing community well-being and regulatory compliance in Eau Claire area.
- Supervised team of 14 to deliver environmental health inspections, education, and laboratory services.
- Designed and managed environmental health budget, increasing efficiency and securing grant funding.
- Expanded staff capacity and doubled service deliverables while aligning resources with local priorities.
Environmental Health Program Manager
Wisconsin Department of Health Services
Madison, WI
09.2012 - 06.2013
- Trained and evaluated state inspection staff across multiple environmental health programs.
- Collaborated with regulated entities to create practical solutions that balanced health protection and operational realities.
- Led quality improvement initiatives using Lean principles, enhancing productivity and consistency.
- Delivered training and community education through various platforms while coordinating code committees for new environmental health laws.
Total Quality Manager
Darden
Orlando, OH
07.2011 - 08.2012
- Achieved highest total quality scores in company by leading Heartland Division through simplicity and consistency.
- Conducted audits and risk assessments, delivering clear findings and actionable recommendations to operations leadership.
- Trained management teams to identify and mitigate operational and food safety risks effectively.
- Supported multi-restaurant division with regulatory guidance and internal audit assistance, enhancing compliance and consistency.
Environmental Health Program Manager
Wisconsin Department of Health Services
Madison, WI
11.2008 - 06.2011
- Trained and evaluated state inspection staff across multiple environmental health programs.
- Collaborated with regulated entities to create practical solutions that balanced health protection and operational realities.
- Led quality improvement initiatives using Lean principles, enhancing productivity and consistency.
- Delivered training and community education through various platforms while coordinating code committees for new environmental health laws.
Registered Environmental Health Specialist
Public Health Delta & Menominee Counties
Escanaba, MI
11.2005 - 10.2008
- Issued permits under regulatory programs and conducted public education on environmental health topics.
- Performed inspections for Michigan Department of Agriculture and Environmental Quality in diverse sectors.
- Engineered site-specific designs to aid operators in compliance, utilizing behavioral design principles to mitigate risk.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
University of The People
Pasadena, CA05.2028
Juris Doctorate - Environmental/Public Health Law
University of Oregon - School of Law
Eugene, OR05-2005
Master of Science - Environmental and Public Health
University of Wisconsin - Eau Claire
Eau Claire, WI08-2002
Bachelor of Arts - History/Environmental Science
University of Wisconsin - Eau Claire
Eau Claire, WI06-2001
Skills
- Public health programming
- Organizational leadership
- Team leadership
- Workforce development
- Budget management
- Performance management
- Quality improvement
- Community outreach
- Partnership building
- Data analytics
- Project management
- AI Implementation
Timeline
Environmental/Public Health Program Manager
Linn County Health Services
11.2019 - Current
Safety & Sanitation Manager
MGM - Aria Resort and Casino
03.2018 - 12.2019
Environmental Health Director
Eau Claire City-County Health Department
07.2013 - 09.2017
Environmental Health Program Manager
Wisconsin Department of Health Services
09.2012 - 06.2013
Total Quality Manager
Darden
07.2011 - 08.2012
Environmental Health Program Manager
Wisconsin Department of Health Services
11.2008 - 06.2011
Registered Environmental Health Specialist
Public Health Delta & Menominee Counties
11.2005 - 10.2008
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
University of The People
Juris Doctorate - Environmental/Public Health Law
University of Oregon - School of Law
Master of Science - Environmental and Public Health
University of Wisconsin - Eau Claire
Bachelor of Arts - History/Environmental Science
University of Wisconsin - Eau Claire