What are the responsibilities and job description for the MEDICAL DIRECTOR, STATE HOSPITAL/DEVELOPMENTAL CENTER position at California State Personnel Board?
Department of Developmental Services - Headquarters
MEDICAL DIRECTOR, STATE HOSPITAL/DEVELOPMENTAL CENTER
$29,461.00 - $36,512.00 per Month
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.
Final Filing Date: 4/23/2026
Job Description and Duties
The Medical Director establishes clinical standards; ensures compliance with federal and state laws, regulations, and departmental policies; and directs multidisciplinary treatment programs to support quality care and positive health outcomes. The incumbent participates in executive leadership, advises facility administration on medical and clinical matters, and ensures continuous quality improvement of healthcare services. The Medical Director maintains liaison with external healthcare providers, regulatory entities, and community partners and represents the facility in clinical, and policy matters as required.
Effective July 31, 2025, bargaining unit 16 employees are subject to a salary reduction of 4.62% in exchange for eight hours per month of the Personal Leave.
Working Conditions
Pursuant to California Government Code requirements, candidates must be residents of the State of California at the time of appointment.
All commute expenses to the reporting location will be the responsibility of the selected candidate.
Position Details
Department Information
The California Department of Developmental Services (DDS) is the agency through which the State of California provides services and supports to individuals with developmental disabilities.
These disabilities include intellectual disability, cerebral palsy, epilepsy, autism and related conditions. Services are provided through state-operated developmental centers and community facilities, and contracts with 21 nonprofit regional centers. The regional centers serve as a local resource to help find and access the services and supports available to individuals with developmental disabilities and their families.
Department Website: http://www.dds.ca.gov
Special Requirements
- The position(s) require(s) a(n) Medical License. You will be required to provide a copy of your license prior to being hired.
If you are using list eligibility from an on-line exam to qualify for this position, you MUST include with your application any documentation (i.e., copy of transcript, degree, license, etc.) to verify meeting the MQ’s or you may not be considered for the position.
Application Instructions
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.
Final Filing Date: 4/23/2026Who May Apply
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).
How To Apply
Address for Mailing Application Packages
You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:
Address for Drop-Off Application Packages
You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:
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.
Desirable Qualifications
Knowledge of: Principles and practices of medicine, multidisciplinary treatment, and healthcare administration; care and treatment of individuals with developmental disabilities; applicable laws, regulations, and accreditation standards; quality improvement and program evaluation methods.
Ability to: Plan, organize, and direct medical programs; analyze complex clinical and administrative issues and develop effective solutions; communicate effectively both orally and in writing; develop and maintain cooperative working relationships with diverse stakeholders; provide leadership and direction in a complex healthcare environment.
Benefits
State Employees - CalHR Benefits Website
Additional Information
Multiple positions may be filled from this recruitment. This recruitment may be utilized to fill future vacancies that may occur during the life of the certification list.
Possession of Minimum Qualifications will be verified prior to interview and/or appointment. If you are meeting Minimum Qualifications with education, you must include your unofficial transcripts/diploma for verification. Official transcripts may be required upon appointment. If it is determined an applicant does not meet the Minimum Qualifications, the candidate may be withheld from the eligibility list, rendering them inactive and ineligible to be hired for the position. Candidates who have been withheld may file an appeal with the California Department of Human Resources.
All appointments are subject to State Restriction of Appointment (SROA), Departmental Restriction of Appointment (DROA), Re-employment List procedures, pre-employment physical and fingerprint clearances. Further information on the definition of the above may be found on the California Department of Human Resources' website at: www.calhr.ca.gov.
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Equal Opportunity Employer
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.
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.
Salary : $29,461 - $36,512