JC-494043 – Fitness and Mental Well-being Council Specialist

Overview

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

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In July 2025, the State of California implemented the Personal Leave Program (PLP) 2025. This program temporarily reduces employees’ monthly base pay in exchange for paid leave credits. This position is subject to PLP 2025 and will have a monthly base pay reduction of 3% in exchange for 5 hours of leave credits through June 2027. The salary ranges shown on this job posting do not reflect the salary reduction.

This is a 12 month Limited-Term Full-Time position that may be extended or become Permanent.

This position supports the California Department of Public Health’s (CDPH) mission and strategic plan by promoting health and wellness.

Under the general direction of the Section Chief of the Research, Evaluation and Special Projects Section within the Nutrition and Physical Activity Branch, this position supports the California Department of Public Health’s mission and strategic plan by providing leadership, direction, and technical consultation to the California Governor’s Advisory Council on Physical Fitness and Mental Well-being (Fitness Council) promoting health and wellness. The HPS I provides procurement support and assists the Fitness Council Coordinator in day-to-day operations of the Fitness Council. The HPS I ensures that Fitness Council’s public awareness activities adhere to Departmental policies and receive the proper approvals prior to implementation. The HPS I assists in coordinating and facilitating trainings, meetings, conferences, and activities with council members, the First Partner’s Office, governmental staff, other state agencies, and associations.

This position offers a hybrid work environment including both remote and office centered work.

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

HEALTH PROGRAM SPECIALIST I
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:

Excellent communication both written and oral, and interpersonal skills.
Excellent organizational and time management skills.
Self-motivated and strong work ethic.
Knowledge of communication strategies and contract management.
Ability to build, foster, and maintain collaborative relationships and partnerships.
Ability to interact effectively and achieve results with internal staff and external partners including academia, and local and state health departments.
Experience working with multiple levels of staff including executive management
Experience working in a fast-paced environment while handling multiple competing priorities and shifting expectations.
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=494043

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 for team members, we welcome the unique contributions that you can bring to us and the work we do.