Surveillance Program Specialist | HEALTH PROGRAM SPECIALIST II
California Department of Public Health
Application
Details
Posted: 15-Nov-24
Location: Rochmond, California
Type: Full Time
Salary: $7,064.00 - $8,842.00
Categories:
Public Health
Internal Number: JC-457206
Job Description and Duties
“This is a re-advertisement to increase candidate pool. If you previously applied, there is no need to re-apply as your application is on file.”
This position supports the California Department of Public Health’s (CDPH) mission and strategic plan by reducing the emotional and financial burden of disability and death caused by genetic and congenital disorders by supporting the routine surveillance, reporting and investigation of birth defects in California.
The Health Program Specialist II (HPSII) will be responsible for the project management of a variety of evaluation projects of moderate scientific scope and complexity related to structural birth defects and surveillance processes. This position will perform a range of tasks, including identify program requirements, evaluate existing processes, and recommend improvements to the collection and processing of complex medical data for surveillance purposes.
The candidate will work under the general direction of the Research Scientist Supervisor I (Epidemiology/Biostatistics) (Epi/Bio), California Birth Defects Birth Monitoring Program (CBDMP) Section Chief and will regularly work with cross-unit team members. The incumbent will be proficient in project management and have excellent assessment and problem-solving skills.
Minimum Requirements
You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.
For experience/education to qualify during the application screening process, and to ensure that minimum qualifications can be determined, applicants should include all employment history on the Employment Application (STD 678) and/or Resume, including detailed job descriptions, hours worked per week, and start/end dates (MM/DD/YYYY). Application packages without this information will experience delayed processing times and your eligibility for this position may be impacted.
A completed State application (STD. 678) and any other relevant documents (e.g. unofficial transcript, copy of degree, resume, etc.) should be submitted electronically via your CalCareers Account. Please reference Job Control # (457206) and indicate the basis of your eligibility in the Examination(s) or Job Title(s) section. SROA and surplus candidates should submit a copy of their letter with their application. Please remove any confidential information (i.e. social security number, date of birth) from your documents prior to submission.
Required Application Package Documents
The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job:
Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.
Resume is required and must be included.
Desirable Qualifications
In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:
GDSP is looking for motivated candidates who possess the following:
Proficiency in project management with excellent assessment and problem-solving skills.
High degree of professionalism, strong interpersonal skills, and a team-oriented approach.
Proven excellence in both written and verbal communication.
Adaptability and flexibility to efficiently manage a workload with constant changes.
The ability to work effectively and prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced work environment.
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 Human Resources Division (HRD) partners with CDPH’s programs and management to provide guidance and consultative services on HR matters that are necessary for the Department to carry out its mission to deliver quality public health services.