Overview
Job Description and Duties
The Senior Health Physicist (Sr. HP) is the first supervisory level of the series, responsible for overseeing the radioactive materials inspection program by planning and coordinating inspection activities and leading its technical and administrative quality control and assurance efforts. Additionally, the Sr. HP offers expert consultation to management on both the technical and administrative facets of the program to enhance operational efficiency. The Sr. HP develops the unit’s workplans, assesses the unit’s training needs, develops staff skills, solves complex technical problems, builds collaborative relationships with stakeholders, and fosters an inclusive work environment. The Sr. HP will create an open and transparent environment to facilitate team communication and promote customer service and accountability. Overnight or extended travel may be required in support of these duties.
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.
