The California Department of Public Health’s (CDPH) Office of Health Equity (OHE) promotes equitable social, economic, and environmental conditions to achieve optimal health, mental health, and well-being for all.

As a CDPH employee, you will be able to participate in programs and services to enhance your professional growth and well-being though the following programs and services: Employee Wellness Program, Resilience and Professional Development Webinars, Mentoring Program, Leadership Development Program, Clifton Strengths Engagement, 1:1 Coaching and Teambuilding, Trauma-Responsive Leadership, Lean Training & Recognition Programs.

Join CDPH and help us improve the lives of all Californians.

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Department Website: https://www.cdph.ca.gov

THERE IS ONE VACANCY BEING ADVERTISED ACROSS MULTIPLE COUNTIES. THE INCUMBENT WILL BE HEADQUARTERED IN THE COUNTY NEAREST THE RESIDENCE OF THE SELECTED CANDIDATE. THE COUNTIES ARE: * Contra Costa or Sacramento County *

If new to California state service, you will need to have taken and passed the examination for this classification in order to be hired for this position. If you are a current state employee, but do not have transfer eligibility or list eligibility, you will need to have taken and passed the examination for this classification in order to be hired for this position. Please go to CalHR’s website to review the exam bulletin: https://www.calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Exams/ExamBulletin.aspx?ExamControlId=1192

This position supports the California Department of Public Health’s (CDPH) mission and strategic plan by promoting equitable social, economic, and environmental conditions to achieve optimal health, mental health, and well-being for all.

The Health Program Specialist I (HPS I) works under the direction of the Health Program Manager II within the Office of Health Equity (OHE), Tribal Affairs Section. The HPS I is a highly skilled consultant expected to provide Tribal health program coordination duties, including program planning, implementation, and evaluation; communications; community and partner engagement; interpretation of research and data; training, and contract and budget management. This position requires the ability to work independently, communicate effectively and with cultural humility. Daily proficient utilization of the Microsoft Office Suite and regular statewide travel are required.

People with lived expertise of health inequities impacting Tribal communities are particularly encouraged to apply.

This is a hybrid in-office/telework position. Up to 10% travel may be required for the position, including occasional travel to Sacramento or the San Francisco Bay Area. Please be aware that the application and hiring process may take approximately six months.

In July 2025, the State of California implemented the Personal Leave Program (PLP) 2025. This program temporarily reduces employees’ monthly base pay in exchange for paid leave credits. This position is subject to PLP 2025 and will have a monthly base pay reduction of 3% in exchange for 5 hours of leave credits through June 2027. The salary ranges shown on this job posting do not reflect the salary reduction.

This position may be eligible for telework. The amount of telework permitted is at the discretion of the Department and is subject to change, consistent with CDPH’s Telework Program. All employees who telework are required to be California residents in accordance with Government Code 14200. 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.

Travel may be required for this position. Reimbursement for travel takes into consideration an employee’s designated headquarters, as reflected in the duty statement, and is subject to regulations and bargaining unit contract provisions. All commute expenses to the designated headquarters office will be the responsibility of the selected candidate.

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• HEALTH PROGRAM SPECIALIST I

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:

• Commitment to advancing Tribal health equity in approach, processes, policies, and deliverables
• Experience working with Tribal governments and organizations serving Tribal communities (especially in California)
• Experience working with state and local agencies across sectors, especially local health jurisdictions
• Experience advancing health equity through policy change
• Program coordination experience
• Skill at conducting authentic engagement of diverse communities, especially Tribes
• Ability to work collaboratively as a member of a team, while performing a wide array of complex work independently
• Ability to develop and manage professional relationships well
• Ability to prioritize and plan to meet multiple competing deadlines
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to utilize office systems and computer applications such as Microsoft Office Suite
• A self-starter
• A professional, courteous, and positive demeanor

How To Apply

Complete Application Packages (including your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting. Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included.

https://calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Jobs/JobPosting.aspx?JobControlId=514938

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 team members, we welcome the unique contributions that you can bring to us and the work we do.

About California Department of Public Health

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.

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