Communications Specialist | Health Program Specialist I, JC-468041

State of California; Richmond (CA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization dedicated to improving community health! As a Health Program Specialist I, you will play a vital role in empowering communities by providing essential health education and training. This position involves planning and evaluating initiatives that address health disparities and environmental justice. With the flexibility of telework and a collaborative environment, you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on public health. If you are passionate about community service and eager to contribute to health equity, this role is perfect for you!

Qualifications

• Strong communication skills to support community health education.
• Experience in training community health workers on health issues.

Responsibilities

• Plan and evaluate activities in community health education.
• Provide health education support to communities affected by inequities.

Skills

Community Health Education

Training and Development

Communication Skills

Environmental Health Knowledge

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Public Health or related field

Job description

Communications Specialist
HEALTH PROGRAM SPECIALIST I

Final Filing Date: 3/18/2025

Application Methods: Electronic (Using your CalCareer Account) By Mail Drop-off

The Health Program Specialist I (HPS I) works under the direction of the Senior Environmental Scientist Supervisor of the Community Health Education Unit within the Exposure Prevention and Education Section. The HPS I will plan and contribute to the evaluation of a variety of activities in the unit. They will help build capacity in communities affected by the social determinants of health by training community health workers and other community leaders about environmental exposures that impact them. The HPS I will provide communication and health education support to communities impacted by health inequities and environmental justice issues.

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: Exam Bulletin.

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 attached duty statement.

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You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification:

• HEALTH PROGRAM SPECIALIST I

The CDPH is not currently 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 # 468041 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.

Application Instructions

Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available