Overview
Job Description and Duties
This position supports the California Department of Public Health’s (CDPH) mission and strategic plan by independently performing a variety of the administrative support tasks, as well as general office procedures, using of a variety of word processing and spreadsheet software programs.
This position supports the California Department of Public Health’s (CDPH) mission and strategic plan by serving as an integral component of the Center for Laboratory Sciences (CLS) in the coordination of all the Center’s laboratory programs, lab related topics and administrative policy and program issues and representing the CLS as an independent technical consultant and project manager on various special projects for the Assistant Deputy Director (ADD)/Operations Branch Chief of the Center for Laboratory Sciences.
The Health Program Specialist I (HPS I) participates in technically complex and sensitive special projects and activities assigned by the ADD/Operations Branch Chief. Responsible for providing support and comprehensive CLS coordination necessary to meet the goals and objectives established by CLS. The HPS I provides guidance and expertise in highly complex, critical, and sensitive subject areas with multi-departmental or statewide impact, requiring a high level of skills and knowledge and responsibility for work as it relates to the Department’s primary mission. Assists with overall technical and business practices, and workflow of the Department’s programs. The HPS I provides assistance regarding sensitive Branch issues and relieves the ADD/Operations Branch Chief of routine administrative tasks and responsibilities. The incumbent works under the general direction of the ADD/Operations Branch Chief, CLS.
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.
