Overview
The Center for Health Statistics and Informatics (CHSI) is responsible for department- wide initiatives to improve the effectiveness of our work through better health information systems, increased application of epidemiologic methods of analysis, strong liaisons with public health organizations and schools of public health, and effective partnerships with local health agencies and professionals. CHSI houses the Office of Vital Records, responsible for registering all California vital events and providing birth, death, and marriage records to the public. In addition, CHSI is involved in many cross- cutting and innovative data projects including the statewide Open Data Portal and Health Information Exchange.
This position supports the California Department of Public Health’s (CDPH) mission and strategic plan by providing highly skilled technical health program consultative work to support the Center for Health Statistics and Informatics (CHSI’s) Community Engagement Data Initiative.
The Health Program Specialist II (HPS II) will serve as a subject matter expert in CHSI for local data and will be responsible for engagement with both local health jurisdictions and individual partners to tighten information flow, personalize interaction, and ensure frequent touchpoints with community partners. The HPS II independently develops the most complex and sensitive health policy and process proposals for use in decision-intelligence programs to improve the effectiveness of public health interventions along with coordination of cross-cutting program activities in partnership with the Centers and Offices in CDPH. Develop health policy and process proposals to improve the effectiveness of public health interventions. This could include, but is not limited to, using data, trends, and other information gathered for past and current response efforts to develop targeted localized messaging.
Minimum Requirements
You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.
HEALTH PROGRAM SPECIALIST II
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.
https://calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Jobs/JobPosting.aspx?JobControlId=468518
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.
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.
