JC-492396 – Laboratory Administrative Supervisor

Overview

The Genetic Disease Screening Program (GDSP) of the California Department of Public Health works to protect and improve the health of all Californians. We run the largest screening program in the world and set the standard in delivering high-quality, cost-effective genetic services to all Californians. The mission of GDSP is “to serve the people of California by reducing the emotional and financial burden of disability and death caused by genetic and congenital disorders.”

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

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

Candidates in one of these classifications, where a Master’s Degree is required to meet the minimum qualifications, shall receive an educational pay differential equivalent to 2% of their monthly base pay. Those where a Doctoral Degree is a required to meet the minimum qualifications, shall receive an educational pay differential equivalent to 3% of their monthly base pay. Individuals with both a Master’s and Doctoral Degree will be given the best benefit in relation to salary shall only be eligible for only one amount.

This position supports the California Department of Public Health’s (CDPH) mission and strategic plan by acting as the direct supervisor of the research scientist staff in the Genetic Disease Screening Program (GDSP), Laboratory Services Branch (LSB), a Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) certified genetic screening laboratory. The Research Scientist Supervisor (RSS) II (Chemical Sciences) provides scientific technical expertise and administrative guidance and direction to scientific and non-scientific personnel who are developing (or assisting with the development of) functions within the Genetic Disease Screening Laboratory Training Program, which aims to develop and maintain the knowledge of staff who perform critical work to support the prenatal and newborn screening testing in California Department of Public Health (CDPH) laboratories within the California Public Health Laboratory Program. Duties include working and collaborating with the training committee as well as various coordinators, trainers, and partners to ensure timely delivery of training and laboratory materials and supplies, completion of documents, communication, and reporting of training updates.

This position also collaborates with CDPH labs, GDSP’s Operational Support Section (OSS), vendors, guest trainers, trainees, and other training program partners for the collaborative training program and other special projects. The scope of work requires following laboratory standard operating procedures, proper communication, and adherence to the CDPH and GDSP LSB policies and procedures for smooth operations of the laboratory following state and CLIA compliance required in this area. The incumbent provides scientific technical expertise and consultation to departmental management and others as requested

Travel may be required for this position. Reimbursement for travel takes into consideration an employee’s designated headquarters, as reflected in the duty statement, and is subject to regulations and bargaining unit contract provisions. All commute expenses to the designated headquarters office will be the responsibility of the selected candidate.

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

RESEARCH SCIENTIST SUPERVISOR II (CHEMICAL SCIENCES)
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:

A strong work ethic and team-oriented approach with a high level of interpersonal skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Adaptability and flexibility to maintain exceptional performance with constant changes.
The ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
A high degree of organization with a consistently positive attitude and professional demeanor.
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=492396

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.