What are the responsibilities and job description for the PROGRAM MANAGER I, OFFICE OF EMERGENCY SERVICES JC-499015 position at California Department of Public Health?
Department Information
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.
The Center for Preparedness and Response (CPR) is recruiting one Program Manager I, Office of Emergency Services (PMI, OES) to join the Program and Response Branch, Response Section. The CPR coordinates statewide public health emergency preparedness and response planning for the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) with a primary focus on preparing Californians for public health emergencies.
Job Description And Duties
Under the direction of the Center for Preparedness and Response (CPR), Response Section Program Manager II, the Program Manager I (PM I) will serve as the Chief of the Regional Disaster Public Health Representative (RDPHR) Unit, comprised of Senior Emergency Services Coordinators. The RDPHR Unit Chief is responsible for oversight of the California Department of Public Health’s (CDPH) Regional Disaster Public Health Representative (RDPHR) Program. The PM I will develop RDPHR roles and responsibilities in accordance with CPR’s program vision, manage and provide oversight to the CDPH RDPHR program, and work with internal and external partners, the six California Mutual Aid Regions and the counties represented within each region, Emergency Medical Services Authority (EMSA), California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services, California Emergency Support Function (CA-ESF) 8 and other CA-ESF partners, and the California Health and Human Services Agency to ensure continuity of preparedness, response, and recovery activities.
To address urgent operational needs or conduct emergency-related response activities, incumbent may, on occasion, be required to work outside core business hours, travel, and transport up to 25 lbs. Up to 50% travel is required.
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 2% in exchange for 3.5 hours of leave credits through June 2027. The salary ranges shown on this job posting do not re?ect the salary reduction.
Please let us know how you heard about our position by taking this brief survey:
https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/CDPHRecruitment
Final Filing Date: 12/3/2025
Position Details
Job Code #: JC-499015
Position #(s): 580-230-4924-XXX
Working Title: Regional Disaster Public Health Manager
Classification: PROGRAM MANAGER I, OFFICE OF EMERGENCY SERVICES $8,230.00 - $10,242.00
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.
# of Positions: 1
Work Location: Sacramento County
Telework:
Hybrid
Job Type: Permanent, Full Time
Should you have any questions regarding the application process, our Recruitment Team is ready to help you at Apply@cdph.ca.gov or (916) 445-0983.
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.
The Center for Preparedness and Response (CPR) is recruiting one Program Manager I, Office of Emergency Services (PMI, OES) to join the Program and Response Branch, Response Section. The CPR coordinates statewide public health emergency preparedness and response planning for the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) with a primary focus on preparing Californians for public health emergencies.
- The salary information listed on this advertisement may not reflect recent salary increases from salary adjustments or changes in the fiscal year.
- CDPH is an E-Verify Employer.
Job Description And Duties
Under the direction of the Center for Preparedness and Response (CPR), Response Section Program Manager II, the Program Manager I (PM I) will serve as the Chief of the Regional Disaster Public Health Representative (RDPHR) Unit, comprised of Senior Emergency Services Coordinators. The RDPHR Unit Chief is responsible for oversight of the California Department of Public Health’s (CDPH) Regional Disaster Public Health Representative (RDPHR) Program. The PM I will develop RDPHR roles and responsibilities in accordance with CPR’s program vision, manage and provide oversight to the CDPH RDPHR program, and work with internal and external partners, the six California Mutual Aid Regions and the counties represented within each region, Emergency Medical Services Authority (EMSA), California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services, California Emergency Support Function (CA-ESF) 8 and other CA-ESF partners, and the California Health and Human Services Agency to ensure continuity of preparedness, response, and recovery activities.
To address urgent operational needs or conduct emergency-related response activities, incumbent may, on occasion, be required to work outside core business hours, travel, and transport up to 25 lbs. Up to 50% travel is required.
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 2% in exchange for 3.5 hours of leave credits through June 2027. The salary ranges shown on this job posting do not re?ect the salary reduction.
Please let us know how you heard about our position by taking this brief survey:
https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/CDPHRecruitment
Final Filing Date: 12/3/2025
Position Details
Job Code #: JC-499015
Position #(s): 580-230-4924-XXX
Working Title: Regional Disaster Public Health Manager
Classification: PROGRAM MANAGER I, OFFICE OF EMERGENCY SERVICES $8,230.00 - $10,242.00
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.
# of Positions: 1
Work Location: Sacramento County
Telework:
Hybrid
Job Type: Permanent, Full Time
Should you have any questions regarding the application process, our Recruitment Team is ready to help you at Apply@cdph.ca.gov or (916) 445-0983.
Salary : $8,230 - $10,242
