JC-492361 – State Epidemiologist

Overview

California’s population is the most diverse in the world, including immigrants from sixty countries with over 200 languages spoken or read in the State. CDPH is a state department comprised of over 200 programs and 4000 staff who seek to improve the health and well-being of all Californians.

CDPH is committed to achieving a diverse workforce through application of equal opportunity and nondiscrimination policies in all aspects of employment to create an environment that is welcoming to all individuals. 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.

“The salary information listed on this advertisement may not reflect recent salary increases from salary adjustments or changes in the fiscal year.”

*The CDPH is not currently an E-Verify employer.

Department Website: https://www.cdph.ca.gov

**Position is pending Department of Finance Approval.**

THERE IS ONE VACANCY BEING ADVERTISED ACROSS MULTIPLE COUNTIES. THE CANDIDATE WILL BE HEADQUARTERED IN THE COUNTY NEAREST THE RESIDENCE OF THE SELECTED CANDIDATE. THE COUNTIES ARE: * Sacramento or Contra Costa *

This position is responsible for overseeing the surveillance, prevention, and control of communicable diseases, environmental health threats, chronic health conditions and other public health threats across the state. The role entails leading data collection and analysis from various health data sources, coordinating epidemiological investigations, and advising on public health policies and interventions across California Department of Public Health (CDPH) programs. This includes the responsibility for collecting and analyzing epidemiological data across all disease types to understand the scope and impact of public health issues. By gathering precise and comprehensive data, the State Epidemiologist identifies disease trends, evaluates risk factors, guides public health interventions, and ultimately reduces the burden of diseases on populations. Additionally, the role involves using epidemiological data to inform policies, health practices, and targeted interventions aimed at protecting and improving public health. The State Epidemiologist works collaboratively with various stakeholders to ensure data-driven decisions that enhance the overall well-being of communities.

Minimum Requirements

This position does not have a Classification Specification. Requirements and qualifications for this position can be found in this announcement. For additional questions, please contact the hiring department listed below.

STATE EPIDEMIOLOGIST
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:

Physician, Veterinarian, or PhD in related field preferred
Background and Experience in Public Health Applied Epidemiology and/or Data Utilization
Experience overseeing large surveillance systems
Experience overseeing public health investigations
Ability to manage teams from across reporting structures
Experience reporting to and/or testifying before local, state, or federal legislature or other elected officials
Experience as a spokesperson in the media
Excellent leadership skills, including values such as equity, continuous improvement, and trauma responsiveness.
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=492361

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.