Policy and Program Consultant

The Center for Health Statistics and Informatics (CHSI) is responsible for department-wide initiatives to improve the effectiveness of our work through better health information systems, increased application of epidemiologic methods of analysis, strong liaisons with public health organizations and schools of public health, and effective partnerships with local health agencies and professionals. CHSI houses the Office of Vital Records, responsible for registering all California vital events and providing birth, death, and marriage records to the public. In addition, CHSI is involved in many cross-cutting and innovative data projects including the statewide Open Data Portal and Health Information Exchange.

This position supports the California Department of Public Health’s (CDPH) mission and strategic plan by functioning as a non-supervisory technical management consultant responsible for providing consultation and recommendations on a wide variety of highly complex, critical, and sensitive subject areas with multi-departmental or statewide impact; including vital statistics, implementation of statutes, or policies affecting vital records registration and issuance, and vital statistics collection, analysis, and dissemination.

The Staff Services Manager I (Specialist), is responsible for managing, coordinating, and monitoring regulation development, legislative analysis, and special assignments as generated by the Deputy Director, Assistant Deputy Director, and State Registrar. The incumbent is responsible for tracking project deliverables, timelines, and resources; and performing other analytical duties on complex projects, involving strategic planning, vital records registration policies, vital records issuance, and preservation policies. The incumbent is responsible for the assignment, review, and finalization of Center for Health Statistics and Informatics (CHSI) regulations, uniform practices, and legislative bills as well as the development of the CHSI Legislative Procedures Manual; and training of CHSI’s branch chiefs, managers, supervisors, and legislative analysts. Up to 5% travel may be required, including overnight stays.

Desirable Qualifications

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:

• Principles, techniques, and procedures related to project management.
• Serve as a technical liaison; develop and effectively utilize all available resources; and develop training materials.
• Formulate and recommend policies and procedures; perform effectively in a fast-paced environment with constantly changing priorities; establish and maintain project priorities.
• Legislative Understanding: Knowledge of the legislative process.

How To Apply

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 CalCareer Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included.

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.