California Department of Public Health

Attend our virtual Career Connect event on Wednesday, September 4th from 12-1:30 p.m. PST! Register at this link: https://lnkd.in/geG7qCDz This event is for those looking to become an analyst, manager, or leader within the California Department of Public Health. This is a wonderful opportunity to learn how to join our team and influence the future of public health in California. Our Career Connect sessions allow interested candidates to listen to a How to Get a State Job Presentation and then interact with HR professionals and recruiters in small group sessions. You'll have the opportunity to ask questions tailored to your career journey, receive best tips and practices, better understand the hiring process, and more. #publichealth #work4CA #hiring #careerconnect

The California Department of Public Health (CDPH) is hiring for a Public Health Medical Administrator II, CEA within our Center for Infectious Diseases' (CID) Division of Communicable Disease Control (DCDC)! Apply today: https://lnkd.in/gqnF_vb4 CID protects the people in California from the threat of preventable infectious diseases and assists those living with an infectious disease in securing prompt and appropriate access to healthcare, medications, and associated support services. CID's DCDC works to promptly identify, prevent, and control infectious diseases that pose a threat to public health, including emerging and re-emerging infectious diseases, vaccine-preventable agents, bacterial toxins, bioterrorism, and pandemics. In this role, you will serve as the Division Chief of DCDC and provide medical and general administrative leadership in the control and prevention of infectious diseases through approximately 500 state, federal, and contract staff. You will also lead responses to disease occurrences that impact the 61 local California health jurisdictions, including outbreaks and other infectious disease threats, and may engage with national organizations involved in developing health policy. Job Control: JC-446058 Working Title: Division Chief Center/Division/Office: Center for Infectious Diseases/Division of Communicable Disease Control Location: Richmond, CA #publichealth #hiring #governmentjobs #bayareajobs #infectiousdiseases

The California Department of Public Health is hiring for an Office Chief (Chief, Food and Drug) within our Division of Food and Drug Safety’s Office of Youth Tobacco Enforcement! Apply today: https://lnkd.in/gPupikiP In this role, the Office Chief supervises investigative staff assigned to the Office of Youth Tobacco Enforcement (OYTE) performing the daily duties of implementing and monitoring Stop Tobacco Access to Kids Enforcement (STAKE) activities. The Office Chief will oversee the legal, investigative, educational, and enforcement activities specific to the work of the OYTE. This position is designated as peace officer per California Penal Code 830.3 (f) and (h). This position performs the full range of peace officer duties and responsibilities in the accomplishment of their assignments and must be following the California Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (CA POST). During the course of their employment, they are required to carry a firearm and be proficient in its use. Further, must be knowledgeable in the area of use of force, demonstrating appropriate use as prescribed in department policy. Job Control: JC-446137 Working Title: Office Chief Classification: Chief, Food and Drug Final Filing Date: 08/30/2024 Link to Exam: https://lnkd.in/gztUAx5X #regulatory #foodanddrug #publichealth #hiring #california 

Nearly $570 million is now invested in local communities, utilizing all Community Care Expansion (CCE) grant funds. Housing projects are underway across the state, which will produce 3,000+ new beds/units in California. 📲 For more information about the CCE grants: https://bit.ly/3yQ6P1z

The California Department of Public Health is hiring for an Epidemiology and Surveillance Lead (Research Scientist II or III; Epidemiology/Biostatistics) within our Office of Oral Health! Apply today: https://lnkd.in/gKnDWChV In this role, the Epidemiology and Surveillance Lead (Research Scientist II or III, Epidemiology/Biostatistics) plans, organizes, and conducts surveillance and epidemiological studies while considering the social, cultural, and environmental determinants of oral diseases. Duties will include directing the California Oral Health Surveillance System and conducting timely analyses and dissemination of actionable dental health information to guide public health policy and programs. The selected candidate will also serve as an epidemiological scientific advisor and presenter of oral health data and relevant statistical and epidemiological analyses for public health experts, Local Oral Health Programs, and statewide stakeholders. Job Control: JC-444604 Working Title: Epidemiology and Surveillance Lead Classification: Research Scientist II or III (Epidemiology/Biostatistics) Final Filing Date: 08/30/2024 #researchscience #oralhealth #publichealth #hiring #california

The California Department of Public Health is hiring for a Research Scientist III (Chemical Sciences) position within the Genetic Disease Screening Program Division for our Center for Family Health! The Center of Family Health’s Genetic Disease Screening Program (GDSP) of the California Department of Public Health works to protect and improve the health of all Californians. We run the largest screening program in the world and set the standard in delivering high-quality, cost-effective genetic services to all Californians. The mission of GDSP is "to serve the people of California by reducing the emotional and financial burden of disability and death caused by genetic and congenital disorders." Job Control: JC# 444729 Working Title: Senior Clinical Chemistry Scientist Classification: Research Scientist III (Chemical Sciences) Final Filing Date: 8/27/2024 Link to Apply: https://lnkd.in/gbpTmA9f *A valid California Clinical Chemist license, Clinical Laboratory Scientist (Generalist) license, or Clinical Genetic Molecular Biologist Scientist license required at the time of appointment. #publichealth #clinicalchemistry #california

The California Department of Public Health is hiring for two Public Health Nutrition Consultant III (Specialist) positions within the Center for Family Health and the Center for Health Care Quality! The Center of Family Health’s Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) Division is led by senior managers administering a Local Policy and Health Programs Branch, Local Services Branch, Vendor Management Branch, Communications, Food, and Vendor Policy Branch, Data and Integrity Branch, Systems Integration Branch, and the Operations team. Through these branches, the support staff, analysts, specialists, researchers, and nutritionists serve the needs of WIC families, supports our program partners, and ensures the California WIC Program is administered appropriately and effectively. The Center for Health Care Quality (CHCQ) is responsible for ensuring health care facilities comply with state laws and regulations. In addition, CHCQ cooperates with CMS to ensure that facilities accepting Medicare and Medi-Cal (in California, Medicaid is referred to as Medi-Cal) payments meet federal requirements. CHCQ also oversees the certification of nurse assistants, home health aides, hemodialysis technicians, and the licensing of nursing home administrators. Job Control: JC# 444226 Working Title: Nutrition Education Specialist Classification: Public Health Nutrition Consultant III (Specialist) Final Filing Date: 8/27/2024 Link to Apply: https://lnkd.in/gvN-BHnn *This is one vacancy being advertised, the selected candidate will be headquartered in the county nearest the residence of the selected candidate. Job Controls: JC# 444915 & JC# 444907 Working Title: Nutrition Consultant Classification: Public Health Nutrition Consultant III (Specialist) Final Filing Date: 9/14/2024 Links to Apply: https://lnkd.in/gmK-9_jG https://lnkd.in/gAc9ptrg #publichealth #california #nutrition

The California Department of Public Health (CDPH) is hiring for various climate change and health-related Health Program Specialist (HPS) and Research Scientist (RS) positions within our Office of Health Equity’s (OHE) Climate Change & Health Equity (CCHE) Branch! OHE’s mission is to promote equitable social, economic, and environmental conditions to achieve optimal health, mental health, and well-being for all. OHE's CCHE Branch embeds health and equity in California climate change policy and planning and embeds climate change and equity in public health policy and planning. Learn more about CCHE: https://lnkd.in/gWEaEEk Addressing climate change represents a significant opportunity to improve public health and advance health and racial equity. If you are interested in putting your lived expertise and passion for climate justice to work with a team that appreciates your unique contributions, we encourage you to apply! Classifications: HPS I, HPS II, RS II (Epidemiology/Biostatistics), or RS III (Epidemiology/Biostatistics) Locations: Richmond, CA or Sacramento, CA (the positions’ headquarters will be in the county nearest to the selected candidates’ residences) Link to Apply: https://lnkd.in/gWDnk5rr #publichealth #hiring #governmentjobs #bayareajobs #climatechange #healthequity

The California Department of Public Health is accepting applications for the California Pathways into Public Health (Pathways) Internship Program Spring 2025 Cohort!    The Pathways Internship Program partners with participating local health departments (LHDs) across the state to provide training, hands-on work experience, and ongoing support to community college, undergraduate, and graduate students through paid internships, offering students the unique opportunity to intern within their own community. The Pathways Internship Program includes professional development resources and engagement opportunities to support aspiring public health professionals.      • Internship cohort dates are February 3 through May 16, 2025.   • Onsite and/or hybrid, paid opportunities are available at LHDs throughout the state.    • Paid interns will receive a salary of $18-21 per hour and may work up to 29 hours per week.    • Paid interns must provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States.   • Applicants must meet unit requirements and reside in California throughout the duration of the internship.  • DACA and international students are eligible to apply.     Interested applicants must apply by Monday, October 7, at 11:59 pm Pacific Time.   An information session about the Spring 2025 cohort will be held on Thursday, August 29, at 12:00pm. Interested individuals can register via Zoom. A recording will be made available for those unable to attend.  Link to register for informational webinar: https://lnkd.in/g8HDeWe8 Link to apply for internship: https://lnkd.in/g55skXhA Link to minimum qualifications: https://lnkd.in/g55skXhA Visit us online at: go.cdph.ca.gov/pathways  Questions? Contact us at CalPPHInternship@cdph.ca.gov #internships #publichealth #california #work4ca #interns #intern

The California Department of Public Health is hiring for a Medical Consultant I, Department of Health Services in the Center for Health Care Quality! The Center for Health Care Quality (CHCQ) is responsible for ensuring health care facilities comply with state laws and regulations. In addition, CHCQ cooperates with CMS to ensure that facilities accepting Medicare and Medi-Cal (in California, Medicaid is referred to as Medi-Cal) payments meet federal requirements. CHCQ also oversees the certification of nurse assistants, home health aides, hemodialysis technicians, and the licensing of nursing home administrators. If you’re interested in aiding in the development of policies and standards relative to the department's programs related to health care and health care facilities, we encourage you to apply! This is a statewide recruitment. This vacancy is being advertised in Kern, Ventura, Riverside, San Bernardino County. The position’s headquarters will be in the county nearest to the selected candidate’s residence. Interested candidates must have a current California Medical License. Job Code: JC-444183 Classification: Medical Consultant I, Department of Health Services Location: Statewide Link to apply: https://lnkd.in/gUW_m8tb #publichealth #california #healthcarequality