PUBLIC HEALTH MEDICAL OFFICER III

Job Description and Duties This position supports the California Department of Public Health’s (CDPH) mission and strategic plan by providing clinical consultation in support of the Genetic Disease Screening Program (GDSP).
The incumbent works under the administrative direction of the Public Health Medical Administrator II, C.
E.
A.
The Public Health Medical Officer (PHMO) III provides guidance to staff on emerging genetic, obstetric, and pediatric issues, and plans and organizes medical consultation for the identification, development, and implementation of best practices and standardized guidelines to support GDSP clinical and research programs.
Before appointment to this position, you must first obtain list eligibility by taking and passing the Public Health Medical Officer III exam: https://calcareers.
ca.
gov/JOBSGEN/8H1AE02.
PDF 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Failure to meet this requirement may result in the job offer being rescinded.
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” You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.
Job Code #: JC-424442 Position #(s): 580-530-7705-001 Working Title: Public Health Medical Consultant Classification: PUBLIC HEALTH MEDICAL OFFICER III $13,013.
00 - $17,853.
00 B $13,317.
00 - $18,275.
00 C Work Location: Contra Costa County Telework: Hybrid Job Type: Permanent, Full Time Department Information Are you seeking a dynamic career with a purpose? If this position sounds exciting and you are interested in joining an organization with a strengths-based culture that centers on our purpose and values, come join the Center for Family Health.
California Department of Public Health (CDPH) is a leader in investing and growing our employees.
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, Lean Training & Recognition Programs.
The Genetic Disease Screening Program (GDSP) of the CDPH 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.
” 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.
Special Requirements 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 # (424442) 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.
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 CalCareers Account at www.
CalCareers.
ca.
gov.
Submitting an electronic application through your CalCareers account is strongly recommended since electronic applications will be received/processed faster than other methods of filing.
Please submit only one application.
If you are unable to submit your application electronically through your CalCareers account, please email apply@cdph.
ca.
gov for assistance and a CDPH Human Resources Division staff member will contact you to assist with the online application process or, a hard copy application package may be submitted through an alternative method as explained in the How to Apply section below.
When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included.
Application Instructions Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered.
Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.
Final Filing Date: 5/2/2024 Who May Apply Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility (please attach your letter, if available).
SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; therefore, individuals with other eligibility may be considered in the event no SROA or Surplus candidates apply.
Individuals who are eligible for a Training and Development assignment may also be considered for this position(s).
Temporary Appointments may be considered if conditions warrant.
Temporary Appointments may be made to anyone regardless of eligibility.
Temporary Appointments may not exceed 9 months and will require eligibility to be obtained through an examination process in order to transition to a permanent appointment.
Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process.
Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).
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.
If you choose to not apply electronically, a hard copy application package may be submitted through an alternative method listed below: Address for Mailing Application Packages You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to: Department of Public Health Attn: Classification & Certification Unit P.
O.
Box 997378 MS 1700-1702 Sacramento, CA 95899-7378 Address for Drop-Off Application Packages You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at: Department of Public Health Classification & Certification Unit 1615 Capitol Avenue Suite 73.
430 Sacramento, CA 95814 08:00 AM - 05:00 PM 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.
Other - Proof of license to practice in the State of California as determined by the California Board of Medical Quality Assurance or the California Board of Osteopathic Examiners.
Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview.
The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview.
Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting.
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: Knowledge of: Principles and practices of preventive medicine and public health; organization and operation of preventive medical programs; principles and practices of public health genetics, pediatrics, or obstetrics; current literature in one or more of these fields; public health organizations, practices, and administration; principles of scientific research; department's affirmative action program objectives; a manager's role in the affirmative action program and the processes available to meet affirmative action objectives.
Ability to: Plan, organize and direct special projects and investigations in the fields of public health genetics or preventive medicine; secure the cooperation of and work effectively with individuals and agencies; conduct educational programs; speak and write effectively; analyze situations accurately and take effective action; effectively contribute to the department's affirmative action objectives.
Possession of: a valid certificate issued either by the American Board of Pediatrics, the American Board of Family Practice, the American Board of Medical Genetics and Genomics, the American Board of Obstetrics & Gynecology, the American Board of Preventive Medicine and Public Health, the American Osteopathic Board of Pediatrics, the American Osteopathic Board of General Practice, the American Osteopathic Board of Obstetrics & Gynecology, or the American Osteopathic Board of Preventive Medicine, or current eligibility for examination for one of those certificates as evidenced by a written statement from the Secretary of the Board.
Benefits Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.
Contact Information The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the application process.
The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position.
Human Resources Contact: Human Resources Division (916) 445-0983 apply@cdph.
ca.
gov Hiring Unit Contact: Jefferson Rivera (279) 667-1638 jefferson.
rivera@cdph.
ca.
gov Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled.
You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office.
EEO Contact: EEO Office (916) 445-0938 CivilRights@Cdph.
CA.
gov California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.
Temporary Authorization Utilization (TAU) ***Will also consider Temporary Authorization Utilization (TAU) appointments- Candidates that meet the minimum qualifications for the classification but do not currently have eligibility on an employment certification list by having taken and passed an examination may apply as a TAU.
TAU appointments are limited to a duration of 9 months within a 12 consecutive month period.
In order for a TAU appointment to become permanent, individuals must take and pass the related examination, and thereby become eligible from a certification list, within 9 months of TAU appointment.
Individuals who successfully obtain eligibility prior to the expiration of the TAU appointment will not be required to re-compete in a competitive process for permanent appointment to that position.
*** Equal Opportunity Employer The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.
It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free work place.
Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.