<p>Job Description and Duties</p> <p>If new to California state service, you will need to have taken and passed the examination for this classification in order to be hired for this position. If you are a current state employee, but do not have transfer eligibility or list eligibility, you will need to have taken and passed the examination for this classification in order to be hired for this position. Please go to CalHR's website to review the exam bulletin: https://www.calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Exams/ExamBulletin.aspx?ExamControlId=1192</p> <p>This position supports the California Department of Public Health's (CDPH) mission and strategic plan by increasing health equity and promoting health and wellness. In particular, the position supports the California Home Visiting Program (CHVP) aimed at promoting positive parenting and child development through evidence-based home visiting models. Supported by decades of research, home visits by a trained professional during pregnancy and in the first few years of life improve the lives of children and families by preventing child abuse and neglect, supporting positive parenting, improving maternal and child health, and promoting child development and school readiness. Giving children a solid start in their first few years of life increases the opportunity for a brighter, more prosperous future.</p> <p>The Health Program Specialist I (HPS I) works under the direction of the Health Program Manager I (HPM I), of the CHVP Program Quality and Equity (PQ&E) Unit within the Child and Adolescent Health Branch. The incumbent functions as a highly skilled, technical, program consultant responsible for planning, coordinating, and administering the Maternal, Child, and Adolescent Health (MCAH) Division's CHVP. The incumbent performs duties in the full journey level capacity relating to program quality assurance, technical assistance, Scope of Work development and monitoring, needs assessment, and meeting planning components. The HPS I serves as a liaison for partner communication and interagency efforts to coordinate the program activities across departments. This position requires the incumbent to function independently; communicate effectively; facilitate group processes for resolution of issues; provide effective consultation/technical assistance; and maintain/develop skills related to home visiting and Title V programs. Up to 15% of in-State travel is required.</p> <p>This position may be eligible for telework. The amount of telework permitted is at the discretion of the Department and is subject to change, consistent with CDPH's Telework Program. All employees who telework are required to be California residents in accordance with Government Code 14200. Candidates who reside outside of the state of California may be interviewed; however, the selected candidate must have a primary residency in the state of California prior to appointment (and continue to maintain California residency) as a condition of employment. Failure to meet this requirement may result in the job offer being rescinded.</p> <p>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.</p> <p>The headquarters office location for this position is identified in the attached duty statement.</p> <p>Please let us know how you heard about our position by taking this brief survey:</p> <p>https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/CDPHRecruitment</p> <p>You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.</p> <p>Minimum Requirements</p> <p>You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.</p> <ul> <li>HEALTH PROGRAM SPECIALIST I </li></ul> <p>Additional Documents</p> <ul> <li>Job Application Package Checklist </li><li>Duty Statement </li></ul> <p>Position Details</p> <p>Job Code #:</p> <p>JC-477774</p> <p>Position #(s):</p> <p>580-520-8338-050</p> <p>Working Title:</p> <p>Home Visiting Program Consultant</p> <p>Classification:</p> <p>HEALTH PROGRAM SPECIALIST I</p> <p>$6,430.00 - $8,049.00</p> <p># of Positions:</p> <p>1</p> <p>Work Location:</p> <p>Sacramento County</p> <p>Telework:</p> <p>Hybrid</p> <p>Job Type:</p> <p>Permanent, Full Time</p> <p>Department Information</p> <p>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.</p> <p>California Home Visiting Program (CHVP) aimed at promoting positive parenting and child development through evidence-based home visiting models. Supported by decades of research, home visits by a trained professional during pregnancy and in the first few years of life improve the lives of children and families by preventing child abuse and neglect, supporting positive parenting, improving maternal and child health, and promoting child development and school readiness. Giving children a solid start in their first few years of life increases the opportunity for a brighter, more prosperous future.</p> <p>The CDPH is not currently an E-Verify employer.</p> <p>New to State candidates will be hired at the minimum salary of the classification or alternate range, as applicable.</p> <p>"The salary information listed on this advertisement may not reflect recent salary increases from salary adjustments or changes in the fiscal year."</p> <p>Department Website: https://www.cdph.ca.gov</p> <p>Special Requirements</p> <p>For experience/education to qualify during the application screening process, and to ensure that minimum qualifications can be determined, applicants should include all employment history on the Employment Application (STD 678) and/or Resume, including detailed job descriptions, hours worked per week, and start/end dates (MM/DD/YYYY). Application packages without this information will experience delayed processing times and your eligibility for this position may be impacted.</p> <p>A completed State application (STD. 678) and any other relevant documents (e.g., unofficial transcript, copy of degree, resume, etc.) should be submitted electronically via your CalCareers Account. Please reference Job Control # 477774 and indicate the basis of your eligibility in the Examination(s) or Job Title(s) section. SROA and surplus candidates should submit a copy of their letter with their application. Please remove any confidential information (i.e., social security number, date of birth) from your documents prior to submission.</p> <p>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 CalCareers Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. Submitting an electronic application through your CalCareers account is strongly recommended since electronic applications will be received/processed faster than other methods of filing. Please submit only one application.</p> <p>If you are unable to submit your application electronically through your CalCareers account, please email apply@cdph.ca.gov for assistance and a CDPH Human Resources Division staff member will contact you to assist with the online application process or, a hard copy application package may be submitted through an alternative method as explained in the How to Apply section below. When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included.</p> <p>Application Instructions</p> <p>Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.</p> <p>Final Filing Date: 6/3/2025</p> <p>Who May Apply</p> <p>Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list or LEAP eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility (please attach your letter, if available). SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; therefore, individuals with other eligibility may be considered in the event no SROA or Surplus candidates apply. Individuals who are eligible for a Training and Development assignment may also be considered for this position(s).</p> <p>Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).</p> <p>How To Apply</p> <p>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. If you choose to not apply electronically, a hard copy application package may be submitted through an alternative method listed below:</p> <p>Address for Mailing Application Packages</p> <p>You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:</p> <p>Department of Public Health</p> <p>CCAU Mailing</p> <p>Attn: Classification & Certification Unit</p> <p>P.O. Box 997378</p> <p>MS 1700-1702</p> <p>Sacramento, CA 95899-7378</p> <p>Address for Drop-Off Application Packages</p> <p>You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:</p> <p>Department of Public Health</p> <p>CCAU Drop Off</p> <p>Classification & Certification Unit</p> <p>1615 Capitol Avenue Suite 73.430</p> <p>Sacramento, CA 95814</p> <p>08:00 AM - 05:00 PM</p> <p>Required Application Package Documents</p> <p>The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job:</p> <ul> <li>Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position. </li><li>Resume is optional. It may be included, but is not required. </li><li>Statement of Qualifications - </li></ul> <p>Please see Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) instructions below at end of posting. Applications received without a written response to the SOQ may be rejected.</p> <p>Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview. The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting.</p> <p>Desirable Qualifications</p> <p>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:</p> <ul> <li>The ability to approach a problem by using a logical, systematic, sequential approach. </li><li>The ability to identify and respond to the participants' needs of local agencies and other program partners. </li><li>The ability to provide excellent customer service to internal and external partners. </li><li>The ability to listen to others and communicate in an effective manner. </li><li>The ability to effectively communicate ideas, thoughts, and facts in writing. </li><li>The ability to get along and interact positively with coworkers. </li><li>The ability to understand the workings, structure, and culture of the organization as well as the political, social, and economic issues affecting the organization. </li></ul> <p>Benefits</p> <p>Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.</p> <p>Contact Information</p> <p>The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the application process. The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position.</p> <p>Department Website: https://www.cdph.ca.gov</p> <p>Human Resources Contact:</p> <p>Human Resources Division</p> <p>(916) 445-0983</p> <p>apply@cdph.ca.gov</p> <p>Hiring Unit Contact:</p> <p>MCAH Personnel Liaison</p> <p>(279) 667-1740</p> <p>MCAHPersonnelLiaison@cdph.ca.gov</p> <p>Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office.</p> <p>EEO Contact:</p> <p>EEO Office</p> <p>(916) 445-0938</p> <p>California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.</p> <p>Statement of Qualifications</p> <p>Responses must be no more than two (2) pages, Arial 12pt font:</p> <p>Describe in detail your experience managing or supervising complex major health programs or projects including any planning, researching, implementing, evaluating, and monitoring. Please elaborate on the health program administration duties performed, your level of responsibility, and the start and end dates (month and year) of each position.</p> <p>Equal Opportunity Employer</p> <p>The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.</p> <p>It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.</p>