California Department of Public Health

Celebrating Epidemiology: The Backbone of Public Health The CDPH Epidemiology Forum is back! A collaboration between Dr. Erica Pan as the State Epidemiologist and the CDPH Regional Public Health Office (RPHO), the Forum enhances the robust network of epidemiologists and cross-disciplinary collaboration through insightful presentations, knowledge sharing and panels focusing on key areas in public health. The latest convening took place on July 25, 2024, in Sacramento with more than 85 in person and 125 virtual attendees. The forum focused on “The Future of Public Health: Equity and Infrastructure,” and featured three panels: * Bridging Gaps and Building Inclusive Practices  * Data to Action for the State of California  * Epidemiological Needs During a Public Health Emergency “The landscape of epidemiology is changing. As part of the Future of Public Health initiative, I want CDPH to play an active role in that change,” said Dr. Erica Pan, State Epidemiologist. “We used this initial forum to focus on the topics that really matter; data and equity, surveillance, monitoring and how we communicate the data back to our populations. I’m so excited to bring this convening together with the Regional Public Health Office and look forward to future events.”  The Epidemiology Forum is a yet another example of leveraging the Hybrid Workforce Environment to increase engagement and collaboration. The hybrid in-person and online format allowed a for wide range of attendees, in terms of years of experience, expertise, geographic location and C/D/O. “Public health connects us all, and the Epidemiology Forum is a great way to build workforce capacity and get diverse viewpoints into the work happening around the department,” said Caroline Kurtz, Deputy Director of the RPHO. “The CDPH Epidemiology Forum is one tangible way to provide professional development, spread awareness of ongoing efforts, and encourage networking and connection not only at CDPH but with Local Health Jurisdictions (LHJs) and others, too. Stay tuned for the next convening!” A longer-term vision for the Forum will include speakers and attendees from outside CDPH, including other state and local partners. The organizers are already hard at work planning a virtual Forum in November and a hybrid in-person Forum in March of 2025. The goal is to continue to expand the reach of these Forums, including for the California Epidemiologic Investigation Service Fellows who attended the July Forum. CDPH values our strong partnership with LHJs and ongoing epidemiologist workforce development and hopes that the Forum can continue to strengthen collaboration.   #WeArePublicHealth #Epidemiology #HealthEquity

The California Department of Public Health (CDPH) is hiring for a Workforce Retention Manager (Staff Services Manager I) within our Human Resources Division! Apply today: https://lnkd.in/gc6HS4Pc The Workforce Retention Manager will oversee staff that are responsible for developing and implementing projects funded by the California Strengthening Public Health Infrastructure (CASPHI) grant. This involves conducting a workforce analysis to identify gaps and strengths in staffing, recruitment, retention, and staff development, and making recommendations to improve the Department's talent. Additionally, this position will lead pilot programs, measure effectiveness, and provide ongoing recommendations to leadership. Job Control: JC-431535 Working Title: Workforce Retention Manager Center/Division/Office: Human Resources Division Location: Sacramento, CA #publichealth #hiring #governmentjobs #hrjobs #hr #humanresources

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The California Department of Public Health (CDPH) is hiring for an Admin Support Technician (Management Services Technician) within our Center for Laboratory Sciences' Drinking Water & Radiation Laboratory Branch! Apply today: https://lnkd.in/gYvtqrWJ In this role, you will provide a variety of administrative support functions to staff at all levels of state government, as well as contract staff. This includes, but is not limited to, the preparation and execution of purchase requests, purchase orders, and service orders; procurement duties, such as expenditure tracking for Branch supplies, laboratory equipment, and operating expenses; and serving as the Attendance Coordinator, Branch Training Coordinator, and backup Personnel Liaison. Job Control: JC-446973 Working Title: Admin Support Technician Center/Division/Office: Center for Laboratory Sciences Location: Richmond, CA #publichealth #hiring #governmentjobs #bayareajobs #adminsupport

Attend our virtual Career Connect event on Wednesday, September 4th from 12-1:30 p.m. PST! Register at this link: https://lnkd.in/geG7qCDz This event is for those looking to become an analyst, manager, or leader within the California Department of Public Health. This is a wonderful opportunity to learn how to join our team and influence the future of public health in California. Our Career Connect sessions allow interested candidates to listen to a How to Get a State Job Presentation and then interact with HR professionals and recruiters in small group sessions. You'll have the opportunity to ask questions tailored to your career journey, receive best tips and practices, better understand the hiring process, and more. #publichealth #work4CA #hiring #careerconnect

The California Department of Public Health (CDPH) is hiring for a Public Health Medical Administrator II, CEA within our Center for Infectious Diseases' (CID) Division of Communicable Disease Control (DCDC)! Apply today: https://lnkd.in/gqnF_vb4 CID protects the people in California from the threat of preventable infectious diseases and assists those living with an infectious disease in securing prompt and appropriate access to healthcare, medications, and associated support services. CID's DCDC works to promptly identify, prevent, and control infectious diseases that pose a threat to public health, including emerging and re-emerging infectious diseases, vaccine-preventable agents, bacterial toxins, bioterrorism, and pandemics. In this role, you will serve as the Division Chief of DCDC and provide medical and general administrative leadership in the control and prevention of infectious diseases through approximately 500 state, federal, and contract staff. You will also lead responses to disease occurrences that impact the 61 local California health jurisdictions, including outbreaks and other infectious disease threats, and may engage with national organizations involved in developing health policy. Job Control: JC-446058 Working Title: Division Chief Center/Division/Office: Center for Infectious Diseases/Division of Communicable Disease Control Location: Richmond, CA #publichealth #hiring #governmentjobs #bayareajobs #infectiousdiseases

The California Department of Public Health is hiring for an Office Chief (Chief, Food and Drug) within our Division of Food and Drug Safety’s Office of Youth Tobacco Enforcement! Apply today: https://lnkd.in/gPupikiP In this role, the Office Chief supervises investigative staff assigned to the Office of Youth Tobacco Enforcement (OYTE) performing the daily duties of implementing and monitoring Stop Tobacco Access to Kids Enforcement (STAKE) activities. The Office Chief will oversee the legal, investigative, educational, and enforcement activities specific to the work of the OYTE. This position is designated as peace officer per California Penal Code 830.3 (f) and (h). This position performs the full range of peace officer duties and responsibilities in the accomplishment of their assignments and must be following the California Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (CA POST). During the course of their employment, they are required to carry a firearm and be proficient in its use. Further, must be knowledgeable in the area of use of force, demonstrating appropriate use as prescribed in department policy. Job Control: JC-446137 Working Title: Office Chief Classification: Chief, Food and Drug Final Filing Date: 08/30/2024 Link to Exam: https://lnkd.in/gztUAx5X #regulatory #foodanddrug #publichealth #hiring #california 

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The California Department of Public Health is hiring for an Epidemiology and Surveillance Lead (Research Scientist II or III; Epidemiology/Biostatistics) within our Office of Oral Health! Apply today: https://lnkd.in/gKnDWChV In this role, the Epidemiology and Surveillance Lead (Research Scientist II or III, Epidemiology/Biostatistics) plans, organizes, and conducts surveillance and epidemiological studies while considering the social, cultural, and environmental determinants of oral diseases. Duties will include directing the California Oral Health Surveillance System and conducting timely analyses and dissemination of actionable dental health information to guide public health policy and programs. The selected candidate will also serve as an epidemiological scientific advisor and presenter of oral health data and relevant statistical and epidemiological analyses for public health experts, Local Oral Health Programs, and statewide stakeholders. Job Control: JC-444604 Working Title: Epidemiology and Surveillance Lead Classification: Research Scientist II or III (Epidemiology/Biostatistics) Final Filing Date: 08/30/2024 #researchscience #oralhealth #publichealth #hiring #california

The California Department of Public Health is hiring for a Research Scientist III (Chemical Sciences) position within the Genetic Disease Screening Program Division for our Center for Family Health! The Center of Family Health’s 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." Job Control: JC# 444729 Working Title: Senior Clinical Chemistry Scientist Classification: Research Scientist III (Chemical Sciences) Final Filing Date: 8/27/2024 Link to Apply: https://lnkd.in/gbpTmA9f *A valid California Clinical Chemist license, Clinical Laboratory Scientist (Generalist) license, or Clinical Genetic Molecular Biologist Scientist license required at the time of appointment. #publichealth #clinicalchemistry #california