Media Unit Supervisor

Overview

The California Department of Public Health (CDPH) is seeking a Media Unit Supervisor to lead paid media activities for the California Tobacco Prevention Program (CTPP). The program works toward a tobacco-free California and aims to reduce tobacco-related illness and premature deaths by reducing tobacco use and exposure to secondhand smoke. CDPH values equity, diversity, inclusion, and partnership in advancing the health and well-being of California’s communities.

Reporting to the Supervisor II of the Media and Communications Section, the Supervisor I initiates, plans, coordinates, manages, and evaluates major components of CTPP’s communications campaign. The position leads and supports a multidisciplinary team that includes two Marketing Specialists, one Health Program Specialist I, and one UCD Media Communications Specialist 3. The supervisor also serves as contract manager for the program’s primary paid media advertising contractor.

Key responsibilities include coordinating the work of the media contractor and subcontractors; collaborating with CTPP staff and partners on statewide tobacco-control campaigns; monitoring contractor performance; and guiding advertising strategy and development across paid media, digital, social, and public relations efforts. The supervisor prepares communications materials for CDPH and Health and Human Services Agency executive staff and the general public, and assists with procurement development and contract award processes. The role requires effective leadership, sound coordination, and strong written and verbal communication in working with staff, management, contractors, and external stakeholders.

This is a permanent, full-time position headquartered in Sacramento County with a hybrid telework arrangement that may change at the Department’s discretion. Teleworking employees must reside in California. Travel, including occasional overnight stays, is expected approximately 10% of the time and may be in-state or out-of-state. The monthly salary range is $7,172–$8,910; new-to-state hires generally start at the classification minimum. The position is subject to the temporary PLP 2025 salary reduction and leave-credit program through June 2027. Applicants must meet the Supervisor I classification requirements and take the Supervisor I examination if they have not already done so.

 

Meet the minimum qualifications for the Supervisor I classification; consult the applicable class specification for details.
Take the Supervisor I examination if not already eligible through that examination.
Demonstrated ability to oversee advertising contractors and campaign development.
Ability to lead media campaign strategy and direction across advertising, digital, social, and public relations efforts.
Supervisory leadership skills, including providing staff guidance and fostering a positive, professional work environment.
Strong communication, listening, writing, collaboration, and stakeholder relationship skills.
Submit a completed State Employment Application (STD 678), a resume, and a written Statement of Qualifications as instructed in the posting.
Include detailed employment history and relevant education on the application and/or resume so qualifications can be evaluated.
California residency is required before appointment and must be maintained if teleworking.
Ability to travel approximately 10% of the time, including occasional overnight stays.