HEALTH PROGRAM SPECIALIST I JC-415640

Department Information

At the California Department of Public Health (CDPH), equity, diversity, and inclusion are at the core of our mission to advance the health and well-being of California’s diverse people and communities. We are genuinely and strongly committed to cultivating and preserving a culture of inclusion and connectedness where we can grow and learn together with a diverse team of employees. In recruiting for team members, we welcome the unique contributions that you can bring to us and the work we do.

The Center for Preparedness and Response (CPR) is recruiting one Health Program Specialist I to join the CPR. The CPR coordinates statewide public health emergency preparedness and response planning for the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) with a primary focus on preparing Californians for public health emergencies. If you are interested in a challenging and exciting work environment, this is the opportunity for you.

Job Description And Duties

This position supports the California Department of Public Health’s (CDPH) mission and strategic plan by enhancing preparedness and response for emerging public health threats through serving as the emergency response communication and coordination hub; providing leadership and vision through planning and guidance; effective management and oversight of emergency preparedness funds; and providing good customer service.

The Health Program Specialist I (HPS I) works under the direction of the Staff Services Manager I (SSM I) of the Project Management Unit. The HPS I will act as a technical program consultant and monitor fiscal and programmatic deliverables and related assignments in the management of various federal ELC supplemental grants; state and local funding sources related to the COVID-19 Response activities. The HPS I will coordinate with stakeholders and the Bonified Agent for the ELC grants to ensure all CDPH deliverables are met within scope of the agreements.

Up to 5% travel is required. In order to address urgent operational needs or conduct emergency-related response activities, incumbent may, on occasion, be required to work outside core business hours, travel, and transport up to 25 lbs.

This job announcement is a re-posting. If you have already applied you do not need to re-apply, we have your application on file .

This is a 12 month Limited-Term Full-Time position that may be extended or become Permanent.

The attached duty statement indicates whether this position is eligible for telework. All employees who telework are required to be California residents in accordance with Government Code 14200 and may be required to report to a CDPH office, when needed. Candidates who reside outside of the state of California may be interviewed; however, the selected candidate must have a primary residency in the state of California prior to appointment (and continue to maintain California residency) as a condition of employment. Failure to meet this requirement may result in the job offer being rescinded .

To obtain list eligibility for the Health Program Specialist I, before applying for this position, you must first take and pass the Health Program Specialist I exam:

https://www.calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Exams/ExamBulletin.aspx?ExamControlId=1192

The salary information listed on this advertisement may not reflect recent salary increases from salary adjustments or changes in the fiscal year.

Final Filing Date: 5/2/2024

Position Details

Job Code #: JC-415640

Position #(s): 580-230-8338-909

Working Title: ELC Program Specialist

Classification: HEALTH PROGRAM SPECIALIST I $6,243.00 - $7,815.00

# of Positions: 1

Work Location: Sacramento County

Telework

Hybrid

Job Type: 12 Month Limited Term - Full Time

Should you have any questions regarding the application process, our Recruitment Team is ready to help you at Apply@cdph.ca.gov or (916) 445-0983.