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Form of workThis is a statewide recruitment, and the position may be located in the following locations: downtown Sacramento or Los Angeles.
The Integrated Systems of Care Division (ISCD) oversees, operates, and monitors compliance, and investigates complaints/grievances of comprehensive health care delivery systems for vulnerable populations eligible for various programs, including but not limited to, the California Children's Services Program, Health Care Program for Children in Foster Care, Genetically Handicapped Persons Program, and other programs serving populations, predominantly children, with complex chronic health conditions. Additionally, ISCD is responsible for developing, implementing, managing, monitoring, auditing, and evaluating innovative long-term services and supports programs that integrate service delivery and consolidate funding sources. This includes the Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly, and the Money Follows the Person federal grant project, and supporting the implementation of Department of Health Care Services' (DHCS) California Advancing and Innovating Medi-Cal initiatives. Finally, ISCD manages, oversees, monitors compliance the complex home and community-based services state plan options, waivers, and programs that enable vulnerable populations in California to receive needed care in their home or community, and is responsible for ongoing implementation and promotion of the California Partnership for Long- Term Care Insurance.
The Public Health Medical Officer (PHMO) III will function as a technical medical consultant of the ISCD major public health programs. The PHMO III is responsible for creating, implementing, and interpreting program policy; planning, designing and executing major surveys; and for solving new problems of major proportion. The PHMO III will serve as the liaison between the Division and other governmental agencies. The PHMO III assists in planning, organizing, and directing of statewide public health medical programs for older adults and children with special health care needs.
This recruitment has been posted for more vacancies than currently exist as it may be used to fill additional identical vacancies which occur within 180 days of the closing date of this bulletin.
If you are interested in this position, it is critical to review the Classification Specifications to determine if you will meet the minimum qualifications (MQ's). Please make note of Education and Experience requirements for the classification. The Classification Specification and MQ's can be found below in the "minimum requirements" section of this posting.
Public Health Medical Officer III Bulletin Link
This is position is eligible for telework. Please refer to the duty statement attached below and the "Working Conditions" section on this Job Control for additional information.
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement .
Working Conditions
Telework is based on operational needs for employees who can perform their essential functions remotely and/or whose duties are conducive to teleworking per DHCS' Telework Policy and in accordance with Government Code Sections 14200 - 14203 for employees residing in California.
Should the incumbent need to report to an office, they will need to report to DHCS office locati on: downtown Sacramento or Los Angeles.
Minimum Requirements You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.
- PUBLIC HEALTH MEDICAL OFFICER III
- Job Application Package Checklist
- Duty Statement
Position DetailsJob Code #:
JC-402037
Position #(s):
805-060-7705-XXX
Working Title:
Associate Medical Director (Telework Option)
Classification:
PUBLIC HEALTH MEDICAL OFFICER III$12,032.00 - $16,508.00 B
$12,314.00 - $16,898.00 C
# of Positions:
Multiple
Work Location:
United States
Telework:
Telework
Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time
Department Information
DHCS is California's health care safety net, helping millions of low-income and disabled Californians each and every day.
The purpose of DHCS is to provide equitable access to quality health care leading to a health California for all. To accomplish this, DHCS finances and administers state and federal health programs, including medical, dental, mental health, substance use treatment services, and long-term care. We work hard every day to fulfill our vital responsibility to support the delivery of quality health care to Californians.
DHCS is a dynamic Department with ambitious goals and talented, committed employees. We work hard every day to fulfill our vital responsibility to support the delivery of quality health care to Californians.
DHCS is committed to addressing disparities within our organization and in our communities through efforts toward greater diversity, equity, and inclusion. This is accomplished, in part, by a commitment toward employing a diverse workforce which reflects the many communities we serve, and by promoting and enforcing equal employment opportunity.
Special Requirements
- The position(s) require(s) a(n) Practice of Medicine in California License. You will be required to provide a copy of your license prior to being hired.
- The position(s) require(s) a(n) Specialty Board Certificate. You will be required to provide a copy of your certificate prior to being hired.
This position is subject to the Department's Conflict of Interest Code and may require annual filing of a Statement of Economic Interests (Form 700).
Application Instructions
Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.
Final Filing Date: 11/29/2023
Who May Apply
Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility (please attach your letter, if available). SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; therefore, individuals with other eligibility may be considered in the event no SROA or Surplus candidates apply. Individuals who are eligible for a Training and Development assignment may also be considered for this position(s).
Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).
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. If you choose to not apply electronically, a hard copy application package may be submitted through an alternative method listed below:
Address for Mailing Application Packages
You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:
Department of Health Care Services
Attn: Certification Technician JC-402037
M.S. 1300
P.O. Box 997411
Sacramento , CA 95899-7411
Address for Drop-Off Application Packages
You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:
Department of Health Care Services
Certification Section JC-402037
1501 Capitol Avenue, Suite 71.1501
Sacramento , CA 95814
Monday-Friday (excluding holidays)
08:00 AM - 04:00 PM
Required Application Package Documents
The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job:
- Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.
- Resume is optional. It may be included, but is not required.
Desirable QualificationsIn 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:
- Knowledge in the principles and practices of preventive medicine and public health.
- Knowledge of public health organizations and Medi-Cal programs.
- Ability to secure the cooperation of and work effectively with individuals and agencies.
Benefits
Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.
Contact Information
The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.
Hiring Unit Contact:
Susy Castro
(916) 713-8267
susy.castro@dhcs.ca.gov
Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office.
EEO Contact:
EEO Officer
(916) 440-7370
civilrights@dhcs.ca.gov
California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.
Additional Information
Using the online application system as specified in the announcement is the preferred method of applying for civil service job opportunities; however, applicants may instead apply by way of U.S. mail, parcel delivery or courier service, or in person, as set forth in this announcement.
Paper applications must include a signature. Dates printed on envelopes by mobile barcodes or equivalent mobile print technology are not acceptable proof of the date the application and any other required documents or materials were filed.
A completed state application (STD. 678) and any documents list under "Required Application Documents" must be submitted with your application package. Applicants who are relying on additional documentation (e.g. transcripts, copy of degrees, certifications, licenses, etc.) in order to prove that they meet the minimum qualifications listed in the Classification Specification (located on the right under "Additional Documentation) must submit those documents with their application package. Failure to submit these documents may result in your application being disqualified. Applications must include a description of the duties performed for each position held; reference to a resume in place of a description of the duties performed will not be accepted.
Applicants must state their basis of eligibility (List Eligibility, Lateral Transfer, Reinstatement, T&D, or Surplus/SROA), and the Job Control (JC) number and/or position number in the "Examination(s) or Job Title(s), For Which You Are Applying" section on the STD. 678. Surplus/SROA candidates should submit a copy of their letter with their application. Please remove any confidential information (i.e. social security number, date of birth, etc.) as well as any information regarding your LEAP eligibility and/or exam scores from your documents prior to submission.
For those who may need to establish PHMO III list eligibility, please follow the the exam bulletin link(s) below.
Here is the link to the exam bulletin for Public Health Medical Officer III Bulletin Link
If applying electronically, please note that CalCareers no longer allows applicants to withdraw their applications. If you need assistance to withdraw your application, please contact the Recruitment Section at Recruit@dhcs.ca.gov
For all other questions regarding your CalCareer account, please contact CalHR's CalCareers Unit at (866) 844-8671 or CalCareer@calhr.ca.gov .
Equal Opportunity Employer
The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.
It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.
