Classification/Working Title: PHARMACEUTICAL CONSULTANT II, ( Public Health Pharmaceutical Consultant Specialist)

Final Filing Date: 6/14/2024

*THIS IS A STATEWIDE RECRUITMENT. THE INCUMBENT WILL BE HEADQUARTERED IN THE COUNTY NEAREST THE RESIDENCE OF THE SELECTED CANDIDATE. THE COUNTIES ARE: Butte, Contra Costa, Sonoma, Kern Counties.*

This position supports the California Department of Public Health’s (CDPH) mission and strategic plan as the Pharmaceutical Consultant (PC) II (Specialist) reviews and analyzes federal and state laws and legislation. The position evaluates and makes recommendations on pharmaceutical services provided by licensed health care facilities. Serves as a consultant to district offices and provide guidance and consulting services to CDPH staff on all aspects of pharmaceutical services as required by State and Federal laws and regulations in licensed health facilities. Must maintain a current California pharmacist license in good standing. Travel throughout assigned territory and when necessary, statewide, up to 50%.

The incumbent works under the direction of the Pharmaceutical Program Consultant.

A hybrid telework schedule may be available for this position, in accordance with CDPH’s Telework Policy and Procedures.

The attached duty statement indicates whether this position is eligible for telework. All employees who telework are required to be California residents in accordance with Government Code 14200 and may be required to report to a CDPH office, when needed. 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 Failure to meet this requirement may result in the job offer being rescinded.

A copy of the official duty statement may be located here:

https://calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Jobs/JobPosting.aspx?JobControlId=411139

How to Apply

• Create a CalCareer account. This is a free database that allows you to create an account, load your resume and apply for positions. https://jobs.ca.gov/
• Apply for the Pharmaceutical Consultant II position through the CalCareer portal based on desired location:

https://www.calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Jobs/JobPosting.aspx?JobControlId=411139

Required Application Package Documents

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:

• 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.
• Resume is optional. It may be included, but is not required.
• Statement of Qualifications -

Please see Statement of Qualifications instructions below at end of posting. Any applications received that do not provide a written response to the SOQwill not be scored/reviewed.

Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) Instructions

PLEASE NOTE: Resumes, letters, Supplemental Questionnaire, transcripts, degrees, your state application, cover letters and other materials will not take the place of the Statement of Qualifications. Simply copying and pasting your resume will also not be accepted. Applications received without an SOQ may be rejected.

To apply for this position, candidates are required to complete a Standard State Application (form std. 678) and a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ). Candidates who submit all the required documents by the final filing date will be considered.

The SOQ serves as a documentation of each candidate’s ability to present information clearly and concisely. Applications received without a clearly titled “Statement of Qualifications” may not be considered for this position. The response must include the applicant’s name in the upper right-hand corner, address the question below, and not to exceed two pages in an essay format. A resume is not needed for this position.

Statement of Qualification Question:

Please describe in detail how your knowledge, skills, and abilities have prepared you for this position.

PAY AND BENEFITS
Pay:$7,442.00 - $10,765.00 per Month

Benefits: Work life balance with flexible telework options, Alternate Work Week available, Paid time off including: holidays, annual/sick leave, professional development days, personal days, disability leave and more, Travel Reimbursement, medical, dental and vision benefits (with cash options), generous defined-benefit pension, retiree Healthcare, Employee Assistance Program Benefits including CalHR Wellness Discounts, 401(k) and 457(b) Plans (Savings Plus), Commute Program, Life Insurance/Death Benefits Options, ScholarShare 529 College Savings Plan Options, Group Legal Services Insurance Plan Options.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $7,442.00 - $10,765.00 per month

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

License/Certification:

• certification of registration in pharmacy in California (Required)

Work Location: In person