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California Department of Public Health seeks a Position Control and Data Analysis Unit Chief in Sacramento. The role leads the HRD’s position control and data analysis functions, directing staff across administration, personnel, and reporting activities.
The role requires oversight of policies, staff development, and collaboration with internal and external stakeholders. Teleworking is available under CDPH policy; incumbents are paid monthly within the stated range.
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.
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 Human Resources Division (HRD) partners with CDPH’s programs and management to provide guidance and consultative services on Human Resources matters that are necessary for the Department to carry out its mission to deliver quality public health services. The mission of HRD is to support CDPH in attracting, hiring, and retaining quality employees.
The HRD is located in the East End Complex in downtown Sacramento.
“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
This position supports the California Department of Public Health’s (CDPH) mission and strategic plan by administering position control activities for approximately 5,000 positions within the various CDPH programs statewide and overseeing the administrative operations of the Human Resources Division (HRD).
The Supervisor I is responsible for planning, organizing, directing, and evaluating staff engaged in a variety of administration, personnel, and position control activities; overseeing the analysis of personnel-related correspondence, regulations, and policies; drafting policies and procedures; providing consultation to management regarding highly sensitive and confidential personnel issues; and overseeing the development and dissemination of ongoing and ad-hoc personnel and position control related reports that support operational and executive decision making. The Supervisor I is responsible for identifying and solving complex issues, making critical decisions, and evaluating risks related to the management of assigned Units; fostering effective communication and collaborative partnerships with supervisors, managers, and internal and external stakeholders; monitoring progress and ensuring timely completion of assignments and program objectives; and training, coaching, supervising, evaluating, and managing staff performance.
The incumbent works under the general direction of the Labor Relations Manager I (LRM I), Administration, Labor Relations, and Position Control & Data Analysis Section (ALRPCDAS) Chief within the HRD.
Teleworking is 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: 11/2/2026
Job Code #: JC-535746
Position #(s): 580-120-4800-006
Working Title: Position Control and Data Analysis Unit Chief
Classification: SUPERVISOR I
$7,172.00 - $8,910.00
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