Personnel Licensing Analyst | Associate Governmental Program Analyst, JC-469530

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 Laboratory Sciences (CLS) is based on the Richmond Campus which employs more than 1,200people. The Richmond Campus is a flat, 29-acre property located in Richmond's Marina Bay. The CLS serves to protect and promote the health of all Californians through innovative and collaborative infectious disease and environmental testing, including provision of investigation and surveillance activities which form the basis of disease response and prevention. The CLS works to bring together emerging scientific capabilities in testing, analytics, and communications reflecting a new level of coordination, support, and leadership for the public health laboratory system at the state, local and national level. In addition, the Center relies on a continuous improvement infrastructure as a core value in developing solutions that emphasize a culture of quality and performance through performance management success.

Please be aware this is a hybrid position. It requires a few days a week in the office after the in-person training is complete.

Enjoy exclusive Richmond employee perks, including a free onsite gym and access to over 30 free EV charging stations. Join the LFS team and take advantage of these great benefits and more.

• Department Website: https://www.cdph.ca.gov
• The CDPH does not currently use E-Verify for employment verification.
• The salary listed in this ad may not include recent adjustments or changes from the fiscal year

Job Description And Duties

This position supports the California Department of Public Health’s (CDPH) mission and strategic plan by independently providing complex analytical and technical support in policies and procedures, data analysis, Information Technology Services Division (ITSD) assignments, controlled correspondence, and website maintenance within the Personnel Licensing Section of the Laboratory Field Services Branch.

The incumbent works under the direction of the Examiner III.

Teleworking may be available for this position, in accordance with CDPH’s Telework Policy and Procedures.

Desirable Qualifications

In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:

Critical thinking skills

• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Balance multiple priorities simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work under pressure, execute sound judgement and exercise a high degree of confidentiality.
• Ability to organize and prioritize multiple assignments and meet deadlines.
• Ability to work independently and/or collaboratively in a team environment.

Cover Letter Instructions

Cover letter Required: Arial Font, Single Space

PLEASE NOTE: Resumes, letters, Statement of Qualifications, transcripts, degrees, your state application, writing sample and other materials will not take the place of the Cover Letter. Simply copying and pasting your resume will also not be accepted. Applications received without a CL may be rejected.

Eligibility Information

If you are new to California State Service, you must take and pass the examination for this classification to be eligible for hire. Current state employees without transfer or list eligibility must also complete and pass the examination for this classification to qualify for this position.

Please go to CalHR’s website to review the Associate Governmental Program Analyst exam bulletin.

Telework Information

This position may be eligible for telework up to three (3) days per week and is required to report in-person to the designated headquarters office location a minimum of two (2) days per week. 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.

Business travel may be required, and reimbursement considers an employee’s designated headquarters office 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 duty statement.

Final Filing Date: 3/27/2025

Job Code #: JC-469530

Position #(s): 580-750-5393-707

Working Title: Personnel Licensing Analyst

Classification: ASSOCIATE GOVERNMENTAL PROGRAM ANALYST

$5,855.00 - $7,327.00 A

Work Location: Contra Costa County

Telework: Hybrid

Job Type: Permanent, Full Time

Should you have any questions regarding the application process, our Recruitment Team is ready to help you at Apply@cdph.ca.gov or (916) 445-0983.