MANAGER II JC-535405

California Department of Public Health; Sacramento (CA); Hybrid; USD 107,000 - 121,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work

Job summary

California Department of Public Health in Sacramento is seeking a Regulations Branch Chief to advise the deputy director on policy issues and the development of regulations, with liaison duties across agencies.

Under the C.E.A. (B) framework and the PLP 2025 program, this permanent, full-time role offers hybrid telework, a salary range of $9,572.00 to $10,867.00 monthly, and a path to contribute to California's health policy landscape.

Responsibilities

• Adviser to the deputy director on policy issues facing the program and on regulation development.
• Works under the administrative direction of the C.E.A. (B).
• May involve telework and travel as described in the posting.

Job description

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.

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.

Health care facilities in California are licensed, regulated, inspected, and/or certified by a number of public and private agencies at the state and federal levels, including the CDPH Center for Health Care Quality (CHCQ) and the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services’ Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). CHCQ is responsible for ensuring health care facilities comply with state laws and regulations. In addition, CHCQ cooperates with CMS to ensure that facilities accepting Medicare and Medi‑Cal (in California, Medicaid is referred to as Medi‑Cal) payments meet federal requirements. CHCQ also oversees the certification of nurse assistants, home health aides, hemodialysis technicians, and the licensing of nursing home administrators.

“The salary information listed on this advertisement may not reflect recent salary increases from salary adjustments or changes in the fiscal year.”

“ The CDPH is currently an E‑Verify employer. ”

Department Website: https://www.cdph.ca.gov

Job Description And Duties

This position supports the California Department of Public Health’s (CDPH) mission and strategic plan by serving as an adviser to the deputy director on policy issues facing the program, particularly with regard to development of regulations, and on matters involving other government agencies.

The incumbent works under the administrative direction of the C.E.A. (B)

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.

Telework Information

This position may be eligible for telework. 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.

Travel may be required for this position. Reimbursement for travel takes into consideration an employee’s designated headquarters, as reflected in the duty statement, and is 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.

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

Final Filing Date: 10/27/2026

Position Details

Job Code #: JC-535405

Position #(s): 580-810-4802-909

Working Title: Regulations Branch Chief

Classification: MANAGER II

$9,572.00 - $10,867.00

New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

# of Positions: 1

Work Location: Sacramento County

Telework: Hybrid

Job Type: Permanent, Full Time