Public Health Medical Administrator

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.

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 team members, we welcome the unique contributions that you can bring to us and the work we do.

The Genetic Disease Screening Program (GDSP) of the California Department of Public Health works to protect and improve the health of all Californians. We run the largest screening program in the world and set the standard in delivering high-quality, cost-effective genetic services to all Californians. The mission of GDSP is “to serve the people of California by reducing the emotional and financial burden of disability and death caused by genetic and congenital disorders.”

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

“CDPH is an E-Verify Employer”

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

Job Description And Duties

This position supports the California Department of Public Health’s (CDPH) mission and strategic plan by serving as the clinical consultant for CLIA-related compliance, quality improvement, and programmatic oversight for two branches within the Genetic Disease Screening Program (GDSP): the Program and Policy Branch (PPB) and the Genetic Disease Laboratory (GDL) Branch. These branches manage critical public health initiatives, including the Newborn Screening Program, Prenatal Screening Program, California Birth Defects Monitoring Program, and Biobank Program Operations.

The PHMA I serves as the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) clinical consultant and Medical Subject Matter Expert (SME) providing medical, legislative, and programmatic guidance to ensure the effectiveness, compliance, and advancement of screening and laboratory services statewide.

The incumbent works under the administrative direction of the Public Health Administrator II, CEA, Division Chief of GDSP.

This position is designed to support continuity of laboratory operations. If operationally required, and if the incumbent meets federal CLIA Laboratory Director eligibility criteria, the incumbent may be designated and assigned by the GDSP Division Director as the CLIA Laboratory Director of record for the Genetic Disease Laboratory (GDL), including identification on applicable CLIA certification and regulatory documentation. Qualification as a CLIA Laboratory Director is not required at the time of appointment, and assignment to the CLIA Laboratory Director role occurs only at the discretion of the GDSP Division Director

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 4.62% in exchange for 8 hours of leave credits through December 2026. The salary ranges shown on this job posting do not reflect the salary reduction.

Please note candidates applying for the PHMO III classification must be in possession, or in the process of securing approval, of the legal requirements for the practice of medicine in California as determined by the California Board of Medical Quality Assurance, or the California Board of Osteopathic Examiners. Candidates must also possess valid specialty Board certification prior to appointment. Please review the minimum requirements in the CalCareers posting, for detailed information.

https://calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Exams/ExamBulletin.aspx?ExamControlId=2704

https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/CDPHRecruitment

Final Filing Date: 6/15/2026

Position Details

Job Code #: JC-518676

Position #(s): 580-530-7674-909

Working Title: Assistant Division Director– Program and Quality

Classification: PUBLIC HEALTH MEDICAL ADMINISTRATOR I $17,835.00 - $21,605.00 B $18,702.00 - $21,821.00 C

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: 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 ***email_hidden*** or (916) 445-0983.