What are the responsibilities and job description for the NURSING SERVICES OFFICER position at City of Long Beach?
Notice of Extended Filing Period: The application deadline for this job bulletin has been extended.
The new filing date is 11:59 PM PST on January, 15, 2026.
Appointment to this position is expected to be at or below the midpoint $155,567.28 of the salary range, however, the final amount will be carefully determined based on the candidate's knowledge, skills, qualifications, and an evaluation of internal equity within the organization.
THE COMMUNITY
The City of Long Beach is located south of Los Angeles and adjacent to Orange County, making it an idyllic location with oceanside activities, diverse culture, and a unique economy. Long Beach is home to approximately 470,000 residents living across the area’s 51 square miles, including 169 parks with 26 community centers and many public spaces. This community is one of the most diverse in the United States, making it an excellent place to learn about and immerse yourself in various cultures. When you live in Long Beach, you get to enjoy the Southern California climate all year long, making surfing, hiking, golfing, and other outdoor activities popular in this area. Biking is a favorite pastime among residents, as this area is bike friendly. Walking around town is also easy, considering the City was rated the 10th “Most Walkable City” of over 100 cities globally. Long Beach features six miles of beaches and many parks and public spaces, as well as the Long Beach Convention Center, Aquarium of the Pacific, Queen Mary, and the annual IndyCar Acura Grand Prix of Long Beach.
CITY GOVERNMENT
Long Beach is a full-service Charter City formed in 1897, governed by nine City Council members who are elected by district and a mayor that is elected at-large. Elected officials also include the City Attorney, City Auditor, and City Prosecutor. The Council Members and the Mayor are subject to a three-term limit, which allows them to serve for a maximum of 12 years. The City Council appoints a City Manager and a City Clerk. The City Manager is responsible for the efficient administration of all City departments, excluding those under the direction of a separately elected official, Board or Commission.
The City Council appoints the City Manager, City Clerk, and Director of Police Oversight. The City Manager is responsible for the efficient administration of all City departments, excluding those under direction of a separately elected official, Board, or Commission. Long Beach is one of only three cities in California with its own Health Department and one of the very few municipalities with its own Utilities (Water and Gas) and Energy Resources Departments. The City is supported by a FY 2025 total budget of $3.6 billion with a General Fund budget of $752 million. More than 6,000 full- and part-time employees support municipal operations with the majority being represented by eleven recognized employee associations. To learn more about the City of Long Beach, go to: www.longbeach.gov.
DEPARTMENT
The Department of Health and Human Services has been improving the health of the Long Beach community for over a century, and Long Beach is one of only three municipal health jurisdictions in the State of California, as well as one of three City homeless continuums of care in Los Angeles County. The Department recently received public health reaccreditation and works to address matters of public health and safety, including communicable disease, strengthening the public safety net, and equitable access to care. Of the Department’s $170 million budget, more than 80% comes from grant funding. The Department is overseen by the Director of Health and Human Services and has more than 55 programs serving the health and wellness of the City. It is organized into seven bureaus—Community Health, Communicable Disease and Emergency Response, Collective Impact, Environmental Health, Homeless Services, the Housing Authority, and Administrative and Financial Services. The Department operates its programs and services as efficiently and effectively as possible, using technology, innovation, and creativity to enhance the quality of services provided to the Long Beach community.
THE POSITIONThe Nursing Services Officer is an at-will management position that is a key member of the Department's management team and reports directly to the Community Health Bureau Manager. The Nursing Services Officer is primarily responsible for ensuring the Public Health Nursing activities required by the California Health and Safety Code are carried out by the 32 employees of the Nursing Services Division (Public Health Nurses, Health Educators and Community Workers ). These activities include promoting health and safety across the life span from prenatal to older adults with a focus on maternal, child and adolescent health; vulnerable populations; and older adults. Duties of this position include, but are not limited to:
- Providing effective leadership, administration and management of the Division;
- Leading and participating in multi-sector partnerships within the Department and with other City Departments and programs, community providers and community members to develop and implement innovative solutions to improve health across the life span;
- Engaging in planning and implementation efforts to prepare for public health emergencies;
- Participating in grant writing efforts and overseeing grant funded programs to support programming and ensuring the accuracy of program budgets and proper allocation of funds;
- Reviewing the organizational structure and personnel strengths to develop systems and procedures to promote best practice operations;
- Serving as liaison and communicating effectively at regulatory federal/state agency meetings, city council meetings, professional associations, community meetings and task forces;
- Engaging in data sharing strategies and negotiation to strengthen capacity for effective customer service;
- Ensuring adherence to the requirements of City, state, local and federal regulations and laws.
The ideal candidate will:
- Understand the broad context and innovative practices for addressing the health needs of the community.
- Understand the Public Health Nursing Practice Model.
- Understand and has supported design of integrated social service and community models to increase positive impact on individuals, families and communities.
- Have knowledge of the regulations governing the management and operations of programs and public and financial reporting requirements, auditing and reviewing standards.
- Have the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, community partners, regulatory agencies, local officials, residents and Boards and ability to develop and promote a culture of quality customer service.
- Understand the social determinants of health and opportunities for effective partnerships to impact areas outside of public health nursing.
EDUCATION
- Graduation from an accredited university or college with a Bachelor's degree in Nursing, a current license to practice nursing in the State of California and a valid Public Health Nurse Certificate. (*Proof required.)
- Candidates may substitute experience offering specific and substantial preparation for the duties of the position for the required education on a year-for-year basis.
EXPERIENCE
- Three (3) years of increasingly responsible professional experience in the field of Public Health Nursing.
- One (1) year of the required experience must have been gained in the supervisory capacity.
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS
- Master's degree in Nursing or Public Health is highly desirable.
PROFESSIONAL ATTRIBUTES
- Engaging, collaborative, facilitative in nature, works well with Department staff in all positions and the community.
- Willing and able to challenge the "status quo" when needed.
- Action and results oriented, innovative, strategic, accepts accountability; energetic and is willing to be hands on.
- Comfortable working in a complex public service organization with rapidly changing issues, needs and challenges.
- An active listener and supportive team builder with strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Works constructively in a culturally inclusive work environment and community.
*Required documents, such as transcripts, degrees and/or certification, must be uploaded to the online application at time of filing. Any proofs submitted must contain either the applicant’s name or other identifying characteristic on the documentation. Degrees must indicate the field of study and conferral date on diploma or transcript. Candidates who possess degrees from college or university from outside the United States must attach proof of educational equivalency at the time of filing.
This recruitment will close at 11:59 PM Pacific Time on Thursday, January 15, 2026. To be considered, applicants must submit a resume, cover letter, a current license to practice nursing in the State of California, a valid Public Health Nurse Certificate, and proof of education (if qualifying) in PDF format. Applications will be reviewed for depth and breadth of experience, and for level and relatedness of education. The most qualified candidates will be invited to participate in further selection procedures. The selected candidate may be required to go through a background check and a physical examination prior to appointment. Applicants who do not meet the minimum requirements, including submission of all required attachments, will not be considered. For questions regarding this recruitment, please contact (562) 570-6115.
EQUITY AND INCLUSION
The City of Long Beach is committed to creating a workplace where every employee is valued for who they are. Having our workforce reflect the diversity of our community at various levels of the organization is a continuous goal embraced by our departments, management staff, and policymakers. To support efforts of fairness and diversity, City Leadership is committed to incorporating equity and inclusion into our work by supporting staff and community partners. We are committed to promoting transparency by publishing updated demographic information for employees, including workforce diversity data and pay by race and gender.
The City of Long Beach will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act. You are not required to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until you receive a conditional job offer. If the City of Long Beach has concerns about a conviction that is directly related to the job after making a conditional job offer and conducting a background check, you will have the opportunity to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide evidence to mitigate concerns, or challenge the accuracy of the background report. Find out more about the Fair Chance Act by visiting https://calcivilrights.ca.gov/fair-chance-act
The City of Long Beach is committed to maintaining fairness and transparency in our hiring practices. We believe in providing equal opportunities to all applicants and ensuring that every applicant is evaluated based on their qualifications and merit. If you believe that you have been unjustly disqualified based on minimum qualifications for an unclassified job opportunity, you have the right to appeal the decision. Find out more about the Unclassified Applicant Appeal Process by visiting the Applicant Appeal Process (longbeach.gov).
In support of the City's Language Access Policy, bilingual skills (Spanish, Khmer, and/or Tagalog) are desirable for positions interacting with the public.
This information is available in an alternative format by request at (562) 570-7008. If special accommodation is desired, please contact Talent Acquisition two (2) business days prior to the test at (562) 570-7008. For hearing impaired, call (562) 570-6638.
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Salary : $137,710 - $173,421