HEALTH PROGRAM SPECIALIST II

State of California•Sacramento, CA

32d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Health Program Specialist II (HPS II), acting as the Special Assistant to the Deputy Director, participates in technically complex and politically sensitive special projects and activities assigned by the Deputy Director. Responsible for providing support and comprehensive CLS coordination necessary to meet the goals and objectives established by CLS. The HPS II provides guidance and expertise in highly complex, critical, and sensitive subject areas with multi-departmental or statewide impact, requiring high level of skills and knowledge and responsibility for work as it relates to department's primary mission. Assists with overall technical and business practices, workflow of the department's programs. Provides assistance regarding sensitive division issues and relieving the Deputy Director of routine administrative tasks and responsibilities.

Requirements

If new to California state service, you will need to have taken and passed the examination for this classification in order to be hired for this position.
If you are a current state employee, but do not have transfer eligibility or list eligibility, you will need to have taken and passed the examination for this classification in order to be hired for this position.
Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).
Resume is required and must be included.
Statement of Qualifications -

Nice To Haves

Excellent communication both written and oral, and interpersonal skills.
Self-motivated and strong work ethic.
Ability to build and foster collaborative relationships.
Ability to interact effectively and achieve results with internal staff and external partners including academia, and local and state health departments.
Demonstrates the ability to plan, organize and manage complex public health programs or projects.
Experience developing timelines, tracking progress and ensuring deliverables align with goals and regulations.
Experience in project management, stakeholder engagement, and data-driven decision-making.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced policy environment.
Experience analyzing, interpreting and drafting procedure documents for compliance and consistency.
Experience organizing events, facilitating presentations/meetings or collaborating with committees on behalf of leadership.

Responsibilities

Participates in technically complex and politically sensitive special projects and activities assigned by the Deputy Director.
Provides support and comprehensive CLS coordination necessary to meet the goals and objectives established by CLS.
Provides guidance and expertise in highly complex, critical, and sensitive subject areas with multi-departmental or statewide impact.
Assists with overall technical and business practices, workflow of the department's programs.
Provides assistance regarding sensitive division issues and relieving the Deputy Director of routine administrative tasks and responsibilities.