HEALTH PROGRAM SPECIALIST I

Job Description and Duties This position supports the California Department of Public Health’s (CDPH) mission and strategic plan by contributing to the wide and complex array of prevention services provided to children with lead poisoning or lead exposure, or those who are at risk of lead exposure.
The Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention (CLPP) Branch is primarily funded by a unique fee assessed upon entities that historically and currently contribute to environmental lead pollution The incumbent works under the direction of the Health Program Manager I, Policy and Planning Unit Chief, the Health Program Specialist I (HPS I) is responsible for performing a variety of tasks related to the administration, implementation, and monitoring of the fee which funds the Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention (CLPP) Program.
The HPS I develop and leads environmental health policy and program projects, evaluate issue, establish and monitor the implementation of policies and procedures, and performs or supervises complementary staff support functions.
The HPS I represent the department in dealings with fee payers and partner agencies, such as the California Department of Tax and Fee Administration (CDTFA) and the California Air Resources Board (CARB).
The HPS I serve as a highly skilled fee specialist, applying statutory regulations, developing broad policy with immediate and long-range impact, coordinating with legal counsel, and preparing responses to Public Record Act requests.
The HPS I is responsible for analyzing complex administrative problems, such as the sustainability of the fee, fund condition status, and legal risk of decisions, and recommending solutions on various branch policy issues critical to the Department’s mission while facilitating efficient Branch operations using effective communication skills, both verbally and in writing.
Before appointment to this position, you must first obtain list eligibility by taking and passing the Health Program Specialist I exam: https://calcareers.
ca.
gov/CalHrPublic/Exams/ExamBulletin.
aspx?ExamControlId=1192 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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com/r/CDPHRecruitment “The salary information listed on this advertisement may not reflect recent salary increases from salary adjustments or changes in the fiscal year.
” You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.
Job Code #: JC-419295 Position #(s): 580-352-8338-015 Working Title: Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention Fee Specialist Classification: HEALTH PROGRAM SPECIALIST I $6,243.
00 - $7,815.
00 Work Location: Contra Costa County Telework: Hybrid Job Type: Permanent, Full Time Department Information 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 Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention Branch (CLPPB) oversees a statewide program that provides a wide and complex array of primary and secondary prevention services to children with lead poisoning, lead exposure or risk of lead exposure.
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 # (419295) 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: 3/18/2024 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).
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.
Statement of Qualifications - Please see Statement of Qualifications instructions below at end of posting.
Any applications received that do not provide a written response to the SOQ will not be scored/reviewed.
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: Ability to communicate effectively and provide excellent customer service to all staff, management, and the public (both verbal and written).
Take effective action to meet work goals and able to adjust to changing priorities.
Strong and effective organizational and time management skills.
Strong attention to detail.
Critical thinking, including the ability to reason logically and creatively.
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and MS Dynamics.
Advanced skills and expertise in organizational and project management.
Advanced interpersonal skills, with the ability to provide consultation and recommendation to all levels of management and staff.
Ability to develop strong working relationships with external agencies, partners, and institutions.
Ability to collaborate effectively with management and staff across departments and to provide counsel and guidance on complex issues of functionality, efficiency, and program operations.
Flexible, optimistic, and resilient in the face of change.
Current knowledge of, or able to quickly learn, an array of remote communication and collaboration tools such as Zoom, Microsoft Teams, Slack and SharePoint.
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: Alexandra Shevchenko (510) 620-5615 alexandra.
shevchenko@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.
Statement of Qualifications Please include all relevant experience, education, and training, as applicable.
The SOQ should be typed in 12-point Arial font, double-spaced, and be no longer than two (2) pages in length.
Please describe your experience in analyzing, interpreting, and applying California laws and regulations.
Please describe your experience in interpreting state financial documents and accounts receivable.
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.