HEALTH PROGRAM SPECIALIST II Job at California Department of Public Health, Sacramento, CA

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  • California Department of Public Health
  • Sacramento, CA

Job Description

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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 Californias 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. CDPH is committed to effectively delivering essential public health services directly and/or through strong and effective partnership. CDPH is a nationally accredited health departmentmobilizing communities and institutions to transform policies and systems towards a culture of equity, antiracism, healing and health for all people and our planet. 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 Californias 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.

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Job Description And Duties

This position supports the California Department of Public Healths (CDPH) mission and strategic plan by serving as a highly skilled, technical project manager and integral component of the Center Office staff with the responsibility to provide guidance and expertise to assist the Deputy Director in the coordination of administrative, policy, and program issues. The incumbent works under the direction of the Deputy Director (DD), Center for Healthy Communities (CHC). The Health Program Specialist (HPS) II serves as the CHC Leadership Assistant and project manager in technically complex and politically sensitive special projects as well as administrative activities assigned by the DD. This position supports and advises the DD regarding public health policy program development related to CHC. The HPS II maintains open and ongoing communication with CDPH management and internal/external partners for the Centers/Division/Offices (C/D/Os) to enable effective coordination between the DD, California Health and Human Services Agency (CalHHS/Agency), CDPH Directorate and the Governors Office.

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.

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 CalHRs website to review the exam bulletin:

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Final Filing Date: 11/6/2025

Job Details


  • Job Code #: JC-496764
  • Position #(s): 580-300-8336-XXX
  • Working Title: CHC Executive Coordinator/Liaison
  • Classification: HEALTH PROGRAM SPECIALIST II $7,276.00 - $9,107.00
  • Number of Positions: 1
  • Work Location: Sacramento County
  • Telework: Hybrid
  • Job Type: Permanent, Full Time


Seniority level
  • Entry level


Employment type
  • Full-time


Job function
  • Project Management and Other
  • Industries: Public Health


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.

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Job Tags

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