Transgender, Gender Non-Conforming, and Intersex Health Equity Specialist HEALTH PROGRAM SPECIALIST

This position supports the California Department of Public Health’s (CDPH) Office of Health Equity (OHE) by promoting equitable social, economic, and environmental conditions to achieve optimal health, mental health, and well-being for all.  

This vacancy is being advertised statewide, with locations available in Sacramento and Contra Costa Counties. The headquarters location will be determined based on the location of the most qualified candidate.

CDPH is an E-Verify Employer  

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

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

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. Please go to CalHR’s website to review the exam bulletin: https://www.calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Exams/ExamBulletin.aspx?ExamControlId=1192

The incumbent works under the direction of the Transgender, Gender-Diverse and Intersex Wellness and Health Equity Unit (TGI Unit) Manager, Health Program Manager I, and functions as a subject matter expert in the area of TGI health equity, supports the design and implementation of TGI Unit grant programs, and provides technical assistance, outreach, and education to various health disciplines and community agencies to coordinate services appropriately. The HPS I is a highly skilled technical program consultant expected to provide coordination of activities including program planning, implementation, and evaluation; communications; stakeholder engagement; procurement and solicitations; interpretation of research and data; training; and contract/grant and budget management. Limited in-state travel may be required (10%). 

This position is a 12-month Limited Term (LT) and may be extended up to 24 months or become permanent.

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.

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 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.

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• HEALTH PROGRAM SPECIALIST I

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:

• Excellent written communications skills.
• Strong attention to detail, work both independently and as part of a team.
• Perform work accurately and thoroughly to meet deadlines.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• A background in TGI health and/or gender-affirming care, along with relevant professional experience.
• Experience developing and executing culturally responsive and linguistically accessible (including for non-English speaking audiences) program materials and outreach communications plans including the development of web content & organizing internal intranet content. 
• Experience in state procurement processes, contract management, and application of state rules and regulations, including exercising a high degree of confidentiality.
• Ability to build and maintain relationships with diverse stakeholders, including government agencies, community organizations, and the public.
• Ability to take initiative and lead projects with minimal supervision.

How To Apply

Complete Application Packages (including your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting. Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included

https://calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Jobs/JobPosting.aspx?JobControlId=505075

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.

About California Department of Public Health

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 HR matters that are necessary for the Department to carry out its mission to deliver quality public health services.

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