What are the responsibilities and job description for the PUBLIC HEALTH NUTRITION CONSULTANT III (SPECIALIST) JC-518389 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.
Health care facilities in California are licensed, regulated, inspected, and/or certified by a number of public and private agencies at the state and federal levels, including the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) Center for Health Care Quality (CHCQ) and the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services’ Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). These agencies have separate -- yet sometimes overlapping -- jurisdictions. CHCQ is responsible for ensuring health care facilities comply with state laws and regulations. In addition, CHCQ cooperates with CMS to ensure that facilities accepting Medicare and Medi-Cal (in California, Medicaid is referred to as Medi-Cal) payments meet federal requirements. CHCQ also oversees the certification of nurse assistants, home health aides, hemodialysis technicians, and the licensing of nursing home administrators.
Department Website: https://www.cdph.ca.gov
Job Description And Duties
THERE IS ONE VACANCY BEING ADVERTISED ACROSS MULTIPLE COUNTIES. THE INCUMBENT WILL BE HEADQUARTERED IN THE COUNTY NEAREST THE RESIDENCE OF THE SELECTED CANDIDATE. THE COUNTIES ARE: * BUTTE, SONOMA COUNTY*
This position supports the California Department of Public Health’s (CDPH) mission and strategic plan by assuming primary responsibility in their area of expertise by providing support to the Center for Health Care Quality (CHCQ) surveyors through statewide consultation and training. Participates in complex surveys as specialty surveyors, consults with dietetic professionals in the provider sector and academia. Participates in statewide continuous quality improvement projects; interprets policies and guidelines, participates in special projects, and assists CHCQ in taking legal sanctions against non-compliant health facilities. Travel throughout assigned territory, when necessary, statewide, up to 35%.
The incumbent works under the general direction of the Health Program Manager II.
A hybrid telework schedule may be available for this position, in accordance with CDPH’s Telework Policy and Procedures.
To obtain list eligibility for the Medical Public Health Nutrition Consultant III (Specialist), before appointment to this position, you must first take and pass the Medical Public Health Nutrition Consultant III ( Specialist ) exam.
Public Health Nutrition Consultant III (Specialist) exam: https://calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Exams/ExamBulletin.aspx?ExamControlId=2687
Please let us know how you heard about our position by taking this brief survey:
https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/CDPHRecruitment
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.
Final Filing Date: 6/24/2026
Position Details
Job Code #: JC-518389
Position #(s): 580-864-2166-909
Working Title: Nutrition Consultant
Classification: PUBLIC HEALTH NUTRITION CONSULTANT III (SPECIALIST) $6,927.00 - $9,460.00
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: United States
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.
Health care facilities in California are licensed, regulated, inspected, and/or certified by a number of public and private agencies at the state and federal levels, including the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) Center for Health Care Quality (CHCQ) and the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services’ Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). These agencies have separate -- yet sometimes overlapping -- jurisdictions. CHCQ is responsible for ensuring health care facilities comply with state laws and regulations. In addition, CHCQ cooperates with CMS to ensure that facilities accepting Medicare and Medi-Cal (in California, Medicaid is referred to as Medi-Cal) payments meet federal requirements. CHCQ also oversees the certification of nurse assistants, home health aides, hemodialysis technicians, and the licensing of nursing home administrators.
- The salary information listed on this advertisement may not reflect recent salary increases from salary adjustments or changes in the fiscal year.
Department Website: https://www.cdph.ca.gov
Job Description And Duties
THERE IS ONE VACANCY BEING ADVERTISED ACROSS MULTIPLE COUNTIES. THE INCUMBENT WILL BE HEADQUARTERED IN THE COUNTY NEAREST THE RESIDENCE OF THE SELECTED CANDIDATE. THE COUNTIES ARE: * BUTTE, SONOMA COUNTY*
This position supports the California Department of Public Health’s (CDPH) mission and strategic plan by assuming primary responsibility in their area of expertise by providing support to the Center for Health Care Quality (CHCQ) surveyors through statewide consultation and training. Participates in complex surveys as specialty surveyors, consults with dietetic professionals in the provider sector and academia. Participates in statewide continuous quality improvement projects; interprets policies and guidelines, participates in special projects, and assists CHCQ in taking legal sanctions against non-compliant health facilities. Travel throughout assigned territory, when necessary, statewide, up to 35%.
The incumbent works under the general direction of the Health Program Manager II.
A hybrid telework schedule may be available for this position, in accordance with CDPH’s Telework Policy and Procedures.
To obtain list eligibility for the Medical Public Health Nutrition Consultant III (Specialist), before appointment to this position, you must first take and pass the Medical Public Health Nutrition Consultant III ( Specialist ) exam.
Public Health Nutrition Consultant III (Specialist) exam: https://calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Exams/ExamBulletin.aspx?ExamControlId=2687
Please let us know how you heard about our position by taking this brief survey:
https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/CDPHRecruitment
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.
Final Filing Date: 6/24/2026
Position Details
Job Code #: JC-518389
Position #(s): 580-864-2166-909
Working Title: Nutrition Consultant
Classification: PUBLIC HEALTH NUTRITION CONSULTANT III (SPECIALIST) $6,927.00 - $9,460.00
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: United States
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 : $6,215 - $8,160