Public Health Harm Reduction Program Lead

State of California; California; Hybrid; USD 81,000 - 102,000; Full time

Job summary

State of California is seeking a Harm Reduction Specialist (Health Program Specialist II) to oversee syringe services programs (SSPs) and lead statewide harm reduction efforts. The role includes policy guidance, program evaluation, and collaboration across multiple CDPH units to ensure compliance and effective service delivery.

The position supports the CA Department of Public Health's mission, with hybrid telework options and a salary of $7,276.00–$9,107.00 per month, subject to PLP 2025

Qualifications

• Experience with contract and budget development and coordination/oversight of contractor invoicing.
• Ability to develop policy recommendations, evaluate program performance and ensure compliance findings for syringe services programs.
• Strong analytical and data interpretation skills for statewide harm reduction strategies.

Responsibilities

• Lead ongoing program evaluation activities, analyzing program outcomes and preparing recommendations to management for statewide harm reduction strategies.
• Provide technical assistance to organizations seeking authorization as syringe services programs (SSPs) and review applications for compliance with state law and regulations.
• Coordinate Harm Reduction Unit contracts and grants, leading the development of new grant agreements and contracts; oversee invoicing and contract management processes.
• Serve as liaison between the Harm Reduction Unit, the Office of AIDS (OA) Support Branch, and CDPH Contract Management Unit.

Job description

State of California is seeking a Harm Reduction Specialist (Health Program Specialist II) to oversee syringe services programs (SSPs) and lead statewide harm reduction efforts. The role includes policy guidance, program evaluation, and collaboration across multiple CDPH units to ensure compliance and effective service delivery.

The position supports the CA Department of Public Health's mission, with hybrid telework options and a salary of $7,276.00–$9,107.00 per month, subject to PLP 2025