NURSE SURVEYOR MANAGER JC-532787

California Department of Public Health; California (MO); Hybrid; USD 101,000 - 126,000; Full time

Job summary

The California Department of Public Health (CDPH) seeks a District Manager serving as Nurse Surveyor Manager in Ventura County. The role oversees review, inspection, and certification of facilities and agencies under CHCQ, ensuring compliance with state and federal laws.

A RN license is required, with travel up to 20% for statewide meetings and field activities. The position is permanent, full-time with a hybrid telework option, and offers a salary range of $9,091.00 to $11,295.00 per month

Qualifications

• All qualified applicants must possess a valid RN license as required by the Nurse Surveyor classification.
• Lower-level licensure is non-qualifying for this classification.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the review, evaluation, inspection, and certification of health facilities and agencies and their compliance with state and federal laws.
• Investigate complaints and ensure program mandates, policies, and procedures are carried out consistently.
• Travel up to 20% to attend statewide meetings, conferences, and field activities.

Education

Registered Nursing (RN) license

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.

The Center for Health Care Quality (CHCQ) at the California Department of Public Health (CPDH) focuses on ensuring and enhancing healthcare standard. Our programs encompass regulatory oversight, quality assessment, and collaboration with healthcare providers to safeguard public health. We strive to optimize patient care by implementing policies, conducting inspections, and fostering continuous improvement in healthcare delivery across the state. 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.

• CDPH is an E-Verify employer.

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

Job Description And Duties

Incumbents appointed to this classification shall receive the maximum of the pay range, as well as a recruitment and retention pay differential of $200/month.

Please note: All qualified applicants must possess a valid Registered Nursing (RN) license as required by the Minimum Qualifications of the Nurse Surveyor classification. Lower-level licensure, such as that of a Vocational Nurse (LVN) is non-qualifying for this classification.

This position supports the California Department of Public Health’s (CDPH) mission and strategic plan by overseeing the review, evaluation, inspection, and certification of health facilities and agencies and their compliance with state and federal laws and regulations and investigation of complaints. The Nurse Surveyor Manager (NSM) is responsible for carrying out program activities in the district for facilities and agencies under the jurisdiction of the Center. The NSM ensures that all department and program mandates, policies, and procedures are carried out in an appropriate and consistent manner. Up to 20% travel is required to attend statewide meetings, conferences, and field activities.

The incumbent works under the general direction of the Field Operations Branch Chief (Manager II).

A hybrid telework schedule may be available for this position, in accordance with CDPH’s Telework Policy and Procedures.

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.

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

Final Filing Date: 10/5/2026

Position Details

Job Code #: JC-532787

Position #(s): 580-855-7993-001

Working Title: District Manager

Classification: NURSE SURVEYOR MANAGER

$9,091.00 - $11,295.00

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: Ventura County

Telework: Hybrid

Job Type: Permanent, Full Time