California Department of Public Health

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Department Information 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. The California Department of Public Health (CDPH) works to protect the public's health in California, and helps shape positive health outcomes for individuals, families, and communities. The Department's programs and services, implemented in collaboration with local health departments and state, federal and private partners, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, touch the lives of everyone who calls California home, and the millions who visit here each year. The essential functions of the Department are critical to the health and wellbeing of people and communities. CDPH's fundamental responsibilities are comprehensive in scope and include infectious disease control and prevention, food safety, environmental health, laboratory services, patient safety, emergency preparedness, chronic disease prevention and health promotion, family health, health equity and vital records and statistics. The essential functions of the Department are critical to the health and wellbeing of people and communities. CDPH's fundamental responsibilities are comprehensive in scope and include infectious disease control and prevention, food safety, environmental health, laboratory services, patient safety, emergency preparedness, chronic disease prevention and health promotion, family health, health equity and vital records and statistics. The Center for Laboratory Sciences (CLS) is based on the Richmond Campus which employs more than 1,200 people. The Richmond Campus is a flat, 29-acre property located in Richmond's Marina Bay. The CLS serves to protect and promote the health of all Californians through innovative and collaborative infectious disease and environmental testing, including provision of investigation and surveillance activities which form the basis of disease response and prevention. The CLS works to bring together emerging scientific capabilities in testing, analytics, and communications reflecting a new level of coordination, support, and leadership for the public health laboratory system at the state, local and national level. In addition, the Center relies on a continuous improvement infrastructure as a core value in developing solutions that emphasize a culture of quality and performance through performance management success. • Department Website: https://www.cdph.ca.gov • Check out How to Apply for a Job at CDPH • Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website. • The salary listed in this ad may not include recent adjustments or changes from the fiscal year • New to State candidates will be hired at the minimum salary of the classification or alternate range, as applicable. • Effective July 2025, California’s Personal Leave Program (PLP 2025) reduces employees’ base pay by 3% in exchange for 5 hours of leave credits monthly through June 2027. The posted salary range does not reflect this reduction. Job Description And Duties This position is a 12-month Limited Term (LT) and may be extended up to 24 months or become permanent. The Staff Services Manager (SSM) I, acting as the Administrative Support Supervisor in the Center for Laboratory Sciences (CLS), Operations Branch, provides fiscal and budgets support, as well as expenditure activities; assisting in planning and coordination of Branch drills and assignments, overseeing the development of contracts, project tracking, and providing technical assistance and training as necessary to lower level staff; and leadership to ensure Branch/ Program efficiencies. Provides expert advice and consultation to CLS management regarding its overall fiscal and budgetary operations. Evaluates the overall budget and tracks funding received from various funds (General, Federal and Special) in millions annually for clinical laboratory services and testing services under multiple programs within the California Department of Public Health (CDPH). The incumbent works under the general direction of the Budget & Fiscal Manager, Staff Services Manager II of the Center for Laboratory Sciences Operations Branch. 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: The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong organizational, fiscal, and leadership skills, along with the following qualifications: • Experience preparing and reviewing State and Federal documentation such as Budget Change Proposals (BCPs), Finance Letters, Budget Revisions, progress reports, and Requests for Proposals/Applications (RFPs/RFAs). • Experience managing budgets, including forecasting, monitoring expenditures, and ensuring fiscal accountability. • Familiarity with purchasing and procurement processes, fiscal drills, and financial reporting. • Experience supervising staff or leading a program or project team, including assigning work and monitoring performance. • Ability to write clear and concise budgetary reports and fiscal summaries for management review. • Experience working collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders to support program or operational goals. • Ability to manage technical or administrative projects with multiple priorities and deadlines. • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to apply logical and creative thinking to resolve issues. • Effective verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to prepare and present information clearly. • Experience preparing briefing materials and reports that support informed decision-making by leadership. • Receptiveness to feedback and ability to apply constructive input to improve work products and processes. • Understanding of lean process improvement and change management principles. • Ability to analyze data, evaluate alternatives, and present findings in a clear and organized manner. • Ability to foster a positive and productive team environment using emotional intelligence and effective communication. • Flexibility and adaptability in response to changing priorities or urgent assignments. • Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with professionalism and discretion. • Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage time-sensitive, high-priority assignments effectively. • Ability to communicate and collaborate with staff at all levels to complete assignments and support organizational objectives. Writing Sample Instructions • * One Page Cover Letter Required - Describe your relevant experience and explain how it aligns with the desirable qualifications listed in this job bulletin. Eligibility Information If you are new to California State Service, you must take and pass the examination for this classification to be eligible for hire. Current state employees without transfer or list eligibility must also complete and pass the examination for this classification to qualify for this position. Please visit the CalCareers/Exams web page to review the Staff Services Manager I exam bulletin. Telework Information This position may be eligible for telework up to three (3) days per week and is required to report in-person to the designated headquarters office location a minimum of two (2) days per week. 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. Business travel may be required, and reimbursement considers an employee’s designated headquarters office 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 duty statement. Final Filing Date: 12/5/2025 Job Code #: JC-499269 Position #(s): 580-700-4800-901 Working Title: Administrative Support Supervisor Classification: STAFF SERVICES MANAGER I $7,172.00 - $8,910.00 Work Location: Contra Costa County Telework: Hybrid Job Type: 12 Month Limited Term - Full Time Should you have any questions regarding the application process, our Recruitment Team is ready to help you at Apply@cdph.ca.gov or (916) 445-0983.