Program Consultant

Overview

About this Role
All California Department of Public Health (CDPH) employees perform work that is of the utmost importance, where each employee is important in supporting and promoting an environment of equity, diversity, and inclusivity, essential to the delivery of the department’s mission. All employees are valued and should understand that their contributions and the contributions of their team members derive from different cultures, backgrounds, and life experiences, supporting innovations in public health services and programs for California.

Competencies The competencies required for this position are found on the classification specification for the classification noted above. Classification specifications are located on the California Department of Human Resource’s Job Descriptions webpage.

Job Summary This position supports the California Department of Public Health’s (CDPH) mission and strategic plan by implementing programs to reduce tobacco use and exposure to secondhand smoke. The incumbent works under the direction of the Health Program Manager (HPM) I, Health Equity and Local Programs Unit within the California Tobacco Prevention Program (CTPP). The Health Program Specialist (HPS) I serves as a technical program consultant with expertise in tobacco prevention public health policy, program planning, assessment, and implementation.

Key Responsibilities
30% Provides consultation and coordination for health programs serving priority populations with elevated tobacco use. Responsible for developing and evaluating health education program standards, establishing policies and procedures, and overseeing their implementation by local health departments, community-based organizations, and statewide training and technical assistance contractors. Provides comprehensive coordination, project management, and program consultation to 15–20 local health departments, community organizations, and technical assistance contractors throughout the state. Reviews and approves progress reports, evaluation documents, and deliverables produced by contractors to ensure compliance with departmental and programmatic standards, policies, and procedures.
30% Coordinates and leads efforts to reduce tobacco-related disparities and implements population based public health interventions in collaboration with partners and key stakeholders. Facilitates multi-disciplinary teams to develop interventions, trainings, educational resources, and policy briefs that support local health departments, community organizations, and statewide contractors in serving diverse populations effectively. Keeps current on research and trends, collaborates with all CTPP sections, and recommends strategies for engaging diverse communities.
20% Plans, prepares, coordinates, drafts, and participates in procurement activities, including requests for proposals and applications, while ensuring compliance with local health department guidelines to secure project funding and services. Develops procurement documents and procedures for reviewing proposals and handling negotiations. Participates in evaluating, negotiating, and making recommendations to management regarding project funding approval.
10% Coordinates CTPP health equity initiatives with local, state, and federal agencies, constituency groups, organizations, programs, and campaigns. Serves as a representative for CTPP at meetings focused on health equity and tobacco-related disparities. Proactively engages external groups to establish and sustain constructive working relationships with CTPP regarding health equity and efforts to reduce tobacco-related disparities.
5% This role involves drafting legislative proposals, bill analyses, issue memos, correspondence, federal grant applications, reports, and scientific abstracts concerning tobacco-related disparities and intervention initiatives. The work is coordinated with relevant offices, including the Office of Legislation and Governmental Affairs, the Office of Legal Services, the Office of Health Equity, and the Office of Communications.
5% Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Qualifications
All employees shall possess the general qualifications, as described in California Code of Regulations Title 2, Section 172, which include, but are not limited to integrity, honesty, dependability, thoroughness, accuracy, good judgment, initiative, resourcefulness, and the ability to work cooperatively with others. This position requires the incumbent to maintain consistent and regular attendance; communicate effectively (orally and in writing) in dealing with the public and/or other employees; develop and maintain knowledge and skill related to specific tasks, methodologies, materials, tools, and equipment; complete assignments in a timely and efficient manner; and, adhere to departmental policies and procedures.

Conflict of Interest (COI)
Background Check and/or Fingerprinting Clearance
Medical Clearance
Travel: 10% Travel in-state and out-of-state with occasional overnight stays
Bilingual: Pass a State written and/or verbal proficiency exam
License/Certification: (not specified)
Other: (not specified)