SUPERVISOR II

State of California; California (MO); On-site; USD 88,000 - 109,000; Full time

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Job summary

The California Department of Public Health seeks a Supervisor II (Sup II) to oversee the timely issuance and amendment processing of vital events in California. You will plan, organize, and direct all Section activities and implement department priorities.

The role supervises Supervisors I and a broad team of analysts and technicians, conducts regulatory analyses, stakeholder engagement, and program evaluation. Travel up to 5% may be required; telework eligibility is determined by the department.

Qualifications

• SUPERVISOR II in California classification

Responsibilities

• Oversee the timely issuance and amendment processing of vital events in California.
• Plan, organize, and direct all Section activities; implement policies and priorities.
• Supervise Supervisors I and a large team of analysts and program technicians; provide guidance on regulatory issues.
• Engage with internal and external stakeholders; conduct legislative analyses and program evaluation.
• Up to 5% travel may be required; telework eligibility may be available.

Job description

Job Posting: Supervisor, Amendment Section

Department of Public Health

JC-532723 -

Supervisor II (Sup II)

$7,872.00 - $9,781.00 per Month

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

Final Filing Date: 10/5/2026

This position supports the California Department of Public Health’s (CDPH) mission and strategic plan by overseeing the timely issuance and amendment processing of all vital events that occur in the State of California.

The Supervisor II (Sup II) strategically plans, organizes, and directs all Section activities; and formulates approaches to implement departmental and division policy and priorities, supports their implementation, and measures their outcome. The incumbent manages vital records, particularly the policies and processes related to amendment requests, continuous quality improvement, initiative planning and implementation; establishes and maintains relationships with internal and external stakeholders; and provides guidance on legislative and regulatory issues. The Sup II directly supervises Supervisors I (Sup Is) and, through subordinate supervisors, manages a large Section of analysts, Supervising Program Technicians II (SPT IIs), and Program Technicians III/II/I. The incumbent oversees and directs diverse work across the Section, including analytical work such as legislative analyses and promulgation of regulations, initiatives with multiple department influence, stakeholder engagement, program planning and evaluation, and production. Up to 5% in‑or out‑of‑state travel may be required.

Salary Reduction Information:

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.

Working Conditions

Telework Information

Telework Eligibility

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 Information

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.

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• SUPERVISOR II

# of Positions: 1

Work Location: In Office

Telework: In Office

Job Type: Permanent, Full Time

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 Vital Records and Statistics Division (VRSD) is responsible for department-wide initiatives to improve the effectiveness of our work through better health information systems, increased application of epidemiologic methods of analysis, strong liaisons with public health organizations and schools of public health, and effective partnerships with local health agencies and professionals. VRSD houses the Office of Vital Records, responsible for registering all California vital events and providing birth, death, and marriage records to the public. In addition, VRSD is involved in many cross-cutting and innovative data projects including the statewide Open Data Portal and Health Information Exchange.

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

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.

Required Application Package Documents

• Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.
• Resume is required and must be included.
• Other – Please see Supplemental Questionnaire instructions below at end of Posting. Any applications received that do not provide a written response to the SQ will not be scored/reviewed.

Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview. The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting.

Desirable Qualifications

• Strong leadership and supervisory skills.
• Demonstrated expertise in production management, regulatory compliance, program evaluation, and administrative analysis.
• In‑depth knowledge of principles and practices of quality improvement processes.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to foster collaboration and resolve conflicts.
• Comprehensive experience managing all phases of performance management, including goal setting, coaching, and evaluation.
• Ability to adapt to organizational changes and lead teams through transitions.

Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.

Contact Information

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

Human Resources Contact:
Human Resources Division
[phone]
[e-mail]

Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office.

EEO Contact:
EEO Office
[phone]

California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.

Supplemental Questionnaire (SQ) Instructions

A Supplemental Questionnaire (SQ) is required for this position. The SQ must be limited to two (2) pages in total length, minimum twelve (12) point font. Please insert your name in the right corner, title the document "Supplemental Questionnaire", and number your responses to the following:

• Describe a situation where you improved your team’s operating efficiency. What strategies did you use, how did you involve your team, what measurable results did you achieve, and how did you sustain improvements?
• Describe your regulatory compliance experience: which regulations you handled, how you ensured compliance, a challenge you overcame, and the impact on your team or organization.
• Describe the roles and responsibilities you have had in the following areas: a. Analytical and Technical b. Clerical and/or Customer service

Equal Opportunity Employer

The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.

It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug‑free workplace. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.