New Lake County Health Department executive director selected

WAUKEGAN – The Lake County Board of Health announced Christopher Hoff will become the new executive director of the Lake County Health Department and Community Health Center effective March 10.

Hoff is the deputy director of public health for the DuPage County Health Department, where he has made significant contributions for more than 10 years.

“Chris has extensive experience in public health and brings a focused vision for its future in Lake County,” Board of Health President T.E. Sashko said in a news release. “He is a trusted leader with a proven track record. Chris is well-known regionally for his work in strengthening community relationships, overseeing new initiatives and addressing priority health issues.”

During his time at the DuPage County Health Department, Hoff led large community coalition efforts, oversaw core public health functions and coordinated multiple public health emergency responses.

Before joining the DuPage County Health Department, Hoff served at the Kane County Health Department for more than seven years.

“I am honored to be joining the Lake County Health Department and Community Health Center as its next executive director,” Hoff said in the release. “I’m excited to be leading a dedicated team of public health professionals in Lake County as we work to improve the health and quality of life for the Health Department’s clients, staff and all residents of Lake County.

“I will continue the great work that is already being done at the Health Department and look forward to new ways we can work together with the community to advance the health of all who live, work and play in Lake County.”

Hoff holds a bachelor’s degree in biomedical science from Marquette University and a Master of Public Health in health services management from Northern Illinois University.

Hoff succeeds Mark Pfister as executive director. Pfister led the agency for more than eight years until his retirement in August 2024.