Regional Disaster Public Health Representatives - , CA, US, United States - California Department of Public Health (CDPH)

    California Department of Public Health (CDPH)
    California Department of Public Health (CDPH) , CA, US, United States

    1 month ago

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    Description
    The California Department of Public Health (CDPH) is currently hiring for Senior Emergency Services Coordinators, Office of Emergency Services in our Center for Preparedness and Response

    *About the Center for Preparedness and Response:


    The Center for Preparedness and Response (CPR) is recruiting five Regional Disaster Public Health Representatives to join the Program and Response Branch, Response Section.

    The CPR coordinates statewide public health emergency preparedness and response planning for the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) with a primary focus on preparing Californians for public health emergencies.

    *About the Role:

    The Senior Emergency Services Coordinator, (Sr. ESC) works under the general direction of the Response Section Chief in the Program and Response Branch of the CPR.

    The candidate will work in conjunction with the existing Regional Disaster Medical Health Specialists subcontracted through the Emergency Medical Services Authority to support regional preparedness, response, recovery, and mitigation activities.

    The Sr. ESC performs the most complex, difficult, and sensitive emergency management, emergency response, recovery, and planning work.

    The candidate is independently responsible for significant, specialized emergency management projects; serves as a team lead and/or project coordinator on emergency management projects; formulates program and policy direction and alternatives; and develops methodologies for implementation.

    *Responsibilities:

    • Serves as a Regional Disaster Public Health Representative (RDPHR) with an emphasis on regional public health disaster response, recovery, planning, and mitigation.
    • Represents the CDPH CPR by working in conjunction with the existing Regional Disaster Medical Health Specialists subcontracted through the Emergency Medical Services Authority.
    • Assists in the development of coordinated regional disaster medical and public health response systems including the development and maintenance of regional plans and procedures, regional training, and the facilitation of regional drills and exercises.
    • Travels within assigned mutual aid region, as well as occasional travel to Sacramento to attend meetings and participate in workshops, trainings, exercises, planning meetings, and other regional events on behalf of CDPH CPR related to Regional Disaster Public Health issues.
    *Desirable Qualifications:
    • Knowledge of and experience with local and regional communities in California; including experience with or at local health departments.
    • Knowledge of and experience with public health and medical disaster preparedness, mitigation, response, and recovery.
    • Knowledge of Incident Command Systems (ICS) and the Standardized Emergency Management System (SEMS).
    • Ability to communicate with and convene a large group of internal and external stakeholders, including state and local program representatives and senior department leadership.
    *The deadline to apply is May 10, 2024**Link to Apply:

    *New to the State application process? To be considered for this role, you must follow the directions below. We do not accept applications from external platforms.


    • Create a CalCareer account by going to
    • Confirm that you meet the minimum qualifications for the position you are wanting to apply for. A link to view minimum qualifications is listed on each job posting.
    • After confirming that you meet the minimum qualifications, take and pass the corresponding examination. Most exams are available online and can be found on CalCareers under the exam/assessment search tab.
    • Apply Follow all directions and be sure to submit all requested documentation.
    *Please reach out to with any questions.


    At 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.


    Job Type:
    Full-time


    Pay:
    $6, $8,606.00 per month


    Benefits:

    • Dental insurance
    • Health insurance
    • Paid time off
    • Vision insurance

    Schedule:

    • Monday to Friday

    Work Location:
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