Health Program Specialist I - Operations Specialist

The California Department of Public Health (CDPH) is currently hiring a Health Program Specialist I within our Center for Laboratory Sciences (CLS). In this role, you will act as the Operations Specialist, responsible for assisting in the development and standardization of CLS and Operations business practices identifying opportunities for improvement.

The deadline to apply is December 29, 2025, at 11:59PM PT. Please reach out to Apply@cdph.ca.gov with any questions.

Responsibilities:

• Logically and independently monitoring for and advising management regarding complex governmental compliance in order to mitigate issues and risks.
• Participates in technically complex and politically sensitive special projects and activities assigned by the Assistant Deputy Director.
• Responsible for providing support and comprehensive CLS coordination necessary to meet the goals and objectives established by CLS.
• Communicates with management and internal/external stakeholders for the Centers public health programs to enable effective coordination between the Divisions and Branches of the CLS, the Office of the Director, Agency, Governor’s Office, and CDPH Center/Division/Offices as necessary.
• Reviews policies and procedures and conducts analysis of program needs, statutory and regulatory authority, and the impact on the public prior to ADD review for consistency with departmental/program policy applications, completeness, and thoroughness in terms of subject matter and audience, format, content, and grammar.
• Develops complex technical writing including routine updates and reports as required by the ADD.

At 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.

New to State Service? The following steps will navigate you through the application process:

1. Create a CalCareer account by going to https://calcareers.ca.gov/CalHRPublic/Login.aspx.

2. Confirm that you meet the minimum qualifications for the position you are wanting to apply for. A link to view minimum qualifications is listed on each job posting.

3. After confirming that you meet the minimum qualifications, take, and pass the corresponding examination. Most exams are available online and can be found on CalCareers under the Exam/Assessment Search tab. Please note, while candidates are welcome to apply to positions without taking the examination, candidates pass the examination prior to appointment. Please review the minimum qualifications thoroughly, prior to beginning the examination.

4. Apply! Follow all directions and be sure to submit all requested documentation.

Link to Apply: https://bit.ly/44J6KJO

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $6,623.00 - $8,290.00 per month

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Richmond, CA 94804