Description

Are you seeking a dynamic career with a purpose? Are you skilled in establishing collaborative relationships, providing excellent customer service, and serving as a leader in your organization? If so, then The California Department of Public Health’s’ Vital Records and Statistics Division has a position for you! The Vital Records and Statistics Division (VRSD) is currently hiring for a CEA Level A, Assistant Deputy Director.


About the Department

The Vital Records and Statistics Division (VRSD) within the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) is responsible for department-wide initiatives to improve the effectiveness of our work through better health information systems, increased application of epidemiologic methods of analysis, strong liaisons with public health organizations and schools of public health, and effective partnerships with local health agencies and professionals. VRSD houses the Office of Vital Records, responsible for registering all California vital events and providing birth, death, and marriage records to the public. In addition, VRSD is involved in many cross-cutting and innovative data projects including the statewide Open Data Portal and Health Information Exchange.

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.


Responsibilities: 

• The Assistant Deputy Director (ADD) serves as the primary advisor to the Deputy Director on issues facing VRSD and its programs.
• The ADD also plans, implements, coordinates, evaluates, and manages the programs under VRSD.
• The role drives continuous quality improvement for existing programs, and develops new programs to meet emerging needs, with a focus on creating and implementing initiatives and policies that enhance both new and existing programs.
• Guided by the VRSD’s overarching objectives set by the Deputy Director, the ADD identifies high priority policy and administrative issues and takes independent action as needed.
• The ADD serves as an integral component in the formulation of policy to align with the mission of the Department.
• Collaborates with the Information Technology Services Division and external contractors to manage VRSD data systems and applications, including those within the California Integrated Vital Records System.
• Delivers presentations on VRSD initiatives to internal and external partners, healthcare providers, stakeholders, and advocates, focusing on policy development and implementation.
• At the request of the Deputy Director and CDPH Directorate, conducts or coordinates evaluations of various CDPH programs to assess program effectiveness, control costs, and analyzes the cost-benefit of strategies aimed at enhancing program performance and customer service
• The ADD, when designated, serves as a backup to the Deputy Director when conducting business with the Legislature, other state departments, and private partners on VRSD issues involving vital records and vital statistics as they relate to VRSD.

Desirable Qualifications:

• Extensive knowledge of California government operations.
• Demonstrated ability to conduct or coordinate evaluations of program efforts to assess cost benefits of various strategies to improve program performance and customer service.
• Demonstrated experience in leading multi-disciplinary staff.
• Demonstrated experience in the development and implementation of statewide public health policies and programs.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with all levels of leadership.
• Demonstrated ability to advise, consult, and work cooperatively with departmental staff, as well as legislators, federal government, and other public and private agencies.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively.

Please note: In addition to applying to this position through CalCareers. Candidates will be asked to complete the below Supplemental Questionnaire. A resume or cover letter cannot replace the Supplemental Questionnaire, and your application may be considered incomplete without the Supplemental Questionnaire.


Considering the desirable qualifications, please describe any key qualifications, strengths and skills that would contribute to your ability to serve successfully in this position. Include relevant experience, education, and training, and thoroughly explain your answers.


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. 


The deadline to apply is: 04/28/2025


Link To Apply: bit.ly/4cc1RgG

1.    Create a CalCareer account by going to CalCareers.ca.gov.

2.    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.

3.    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.

4.    Apply! Follow all directions and be sure to submit all requested documentation.

Please reach out to Apply@cdph.ca.gov with any questions.