What are the responsibilities and job description for the HEALTH PROGRAM SPECIALIST I position at Department of Public Health?
If new to California state service, you will need to have taken and passed the examination for this classification in order to be hired for this position. If you are a current state employee, but do not have transfer eligibility or list eligibility, you will need to have taken and passed the examination for this classification in order to be hired for this position. Please go to CalHR’s website to review the exam bulletin: https://www.calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Exams/ExamBulletin.aspx?ExamControlId=1192
This Genetic Disease Screening Program (GDSP) position supports the California Department of Public Health’s (CDPH) mission and strategic plan by enhancing services for newborns with serious treatable genetic disorders.
The incumbent functions as a highly skilled technical program consultant, administrative lead, and liaison for state contracted Special Care Centers (SCC) that provide medical services to newborns found to be screen-positive for one or more disorders followed by the NBS program; these include sickle cell disease, cystic fibrosis, endocrine, immunologic, metabolic, and/or neuromuscular conditions.
The Health Program Specialist I (HPS I) works under the direction of the Health Program Manager I, Newborn Screening (NBS) Follow-up and Contracts Unit Chief.
This position involves travel (less than 5% of the time) for possible meetings and site visits.
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.
Please let us know how you heard about our position by taking this brief survey:
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You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.
Telework Information:
This position may be eligible for telework. The amount of telework permitted is at the discretion of the Department and is subject to change, consistent with CDPH’s Telework Program. All employees who telework are required to be California residents in accordance with Government Code 14200. 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.
Travel may be required for this position. Reimbursement for travel takes into consideration an employee’s designated headquarters, as reflected in the duty statement, and is subject to regulations and bargaining unit contract provisions. All commute expenses to the designated headquarters office will be the responsibility of the selected candidate.
The headquarters office location for this position is identified in the attached duty statement.
You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.
HEALTH PROGRAM SPECIALIST I
Job Application Package Checklist
Duty Statement
Job Code #:
JC-516961
Position #(s):
580-530-8338-018
Working Title:
Newborn Screening Program Follow-Up Liaison to Special Care Centers
Classification:
HEALTH PROGRAM SPECIALIST I
$6,623.00 - $8,290.00
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:
Contra Costa County
Telework:
Hybrid
Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time
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 team members, we welcome the unique contributions that you can bring to us and the work we do.
Are you looking to join an exciting, dedicated team of professionals that work to improve the health and well-being of babies and families in California? To accomplish its mission of protecting and improving the health of all Californians. We run the largest screening program in the world and set the standard in delivering high-quality, cost-effective genetic services to all Californians. The mission of the Genetic Disease Screening Program (GDSP) is "To serve the people of California by reducing the emotional and financial burden of disability and death caused by genetic and congenital disorders."
CDPH’s success in fulfilling our mission arises from the differences in who we are, how we think, and what we experience. It is these differences that best form policies, develop resources, and deliver services to serve California's diverse communities.
CDPH continues to build and strengthen a work culture where all employees are inspired to share their talents and ideas, to become part of a team that works to better serve the needs of California’s diverse communities by delivering innovative solutions and quality resources.
We are committed to creating an environment where all employees are included, treated with dignity and respect, and in a position to contribute to protecting the health of all Californians.
*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.”
For experience/education to qualify during the application screening process, and to ensure that minimum qualifications can be determined, applicants should include all employment history on the Employment Application (STD 678) and/or Resume, including detailed job descriptions, hours worked per week, and start/end dates (MM/DD/YYYY). Application packages without this information will experience delayed processing times and your eligibility for this position may be impacted.
A completed State application (STD. 678) and any other relevant documents (e.g., unofficial transcript, copy of degree, resume, etc.) should be submitted electronically via your CalCareers Account. Please reference Job Control # 516961 and indicate the basis of your eligibility in the Examination(s) or Job Title(s) section. SROA and surplus candidates should submit a copy of their letter with their application. Please remove any confidential information (i.e., social security number, date of birth) from your documents prior to submission.
Complete Application Packages (including your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting. Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareers Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. Submitting an electronic application through your CalCareers account is strongly recommended since electronic applications will be received/processed faster than other methods of filing. Please submit only one application.
If you are unable to submit your application electronically through your CalCareers account, please email apply@cdph.ca.gov for assistance and a CDPH Human Resources Division staff member will contact you to assist with the online application process or, a hard copy application package may be submitted through an alternative method as explained in the How to Apply section below. When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included.
In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:
Ability to lead and manage multiple projects with attention to detail.
Equity-minded and sensitive to diverse populations.
Excellent writing skills.
MS Excel Level 2 or 3 proficiency.
Ability to foster relationships with agency partners.
Experience in training others in policies, procedures, and workflow.
Experience in training others in use of case-based software.
Experience in coordinating, documenting & hosting large online meetings.
Experience in monitoring government contract Scope of Work compliance.
Fundamental understanding of Genetics and Public Health initiatives is preferred.
Experience in assessing quality of curriculum delivery and content quality updates preferred.
Salary : $79,476 - $99,480
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