Overview

Job Description and Duties

This position supports the California Department of Public Health’s (CDPH) mission and strategic plan by advancing the health and well-being of California’s diverse people and communities. The HPSI serves as a highly skilled program consultant who oversees HAI and antimicrobial resistance (AR) health communications programs; participates in project development, maintains project plans, tracks project progress, and upholds timelines for key program projects; communicates with local health departments and health care providers as related to HAI data and information for the public; and implements methods for evaluation of program effectiveness. Responsible for participating in mandated HAI Advisory Committee meetings with local health jurisdictions, state and federal officials, community-based organizations, and participates in programmatic collaboratives and initiatives as appropriate.

This position is being re-advertised to increase the candidate pool. If you have previously applied, you do not need to reapply.

About The California Department of Public Health

The California Department of Public Health (CDPH) works to protect the public's health in the Golden State and helps shape positive health outcomes for individuals, families and communities. The Department's programs and services, implemented in collaboration with local health departments and state, federal and private partners, touch the lives of every Californian and visitor to the state 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Our Shared Vision

CDPH public health professionals, researchers, scientists, doctors, nurses, and other staff­ members have a shared vision to protect and improve the health of all Californians. We are dedicated to public service and passionate about our work and the people and communities we serve and protect.