Vital Records Analyst

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 independently performing a wide variety of the more complex analytical assignments relating to birth and marriage registration. This includes monitoring the Electronic Birth Registration System (EBRS), Vital Records Business Intelligence System (VRBIS), and systems related to marriage registration, as well as ensuring the accurate and timely registration of birth and marriage records.

The Associate Governmental Program Analyst (AGPA) has primary responsibility for defining State policies to local health departments, county recorders’ offices, county clerks’ offices, federal and state offices, and the public. Conducts research and analysis to develop detailed knowledge of statutory provisions, policies, and regulations relating to birth and marriage registration. The AGPA works independently on legislative research and analysis, project management for California Integrated Vital Records System (Cal-IVRS) system changes and implementation, and other analytical assignments relating to birth and marriage registration. The AGPA serves as a subject matter expert on birth and marriage registration in various meetings and workgroups. Up to 10% travel may be required, including occasional 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:

• Project management and the ability to be involved in multiple projects with varying deadlines.
• Strong written and oral communication.
• Microsoft Suite experience.
• Research, analyze, and interpret information with strong attention to detail.
• Positive attitude, open-mindedness, and flexibility.
• Work effectively as an individual and as part of a team.
• Interpret laws, rules, and regulations to integrate into policies, processes, and procedures.
• Organized management of schedules and calendars.
• Ability to coordinate and work with multiple staff, units, and branches.
• Critical thinking.
• Experience collaborating with external stakeholders.
• Strong public speaking.
• Developing and interpreting data/production analysis and reports.
• Time management.
• Strategic thinking.
• Multitasking.
• Meeting facilitation.
• Statistical compilation and review.

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.