Planning, Policy, and Training Analyst

The Center for Preparedness and Response (CPR) is recruiting one Associate Governmental Program Analyst to join the Center for Preparedness and Response (CPR), Strategic Planning, Policy, & Training Section (SPPTS). 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. If you are interested in a challenging and exciting work environment, this is the opportunity for you.

This position supports the California Department of Public Health’s (CDPH) mission and strategic plan by supporting emergency preparedness administrative functions for the Center for Preparedness and Response (CPR) including training, strategic planning, and preparedness and response special projects.

The Associate Governmental Program Analyst (AGPA) works under the direction of the Chief, Strategic Planning, Policy, and Training Section (SPPTS) in the Division of Operations, CPR, and acts as a highly skilled, technical program expert, assisting with strategic planning efforts and coordination across branches for strategic planning input and assessment. The AGPA coordinates CPR efforts for center-wide staff development for specialized training in emergency preparedness, recovery, response operations as well as administrative processes and assists the Strategic Planning, Policy, and Training Team with other large-scale special projects as necessary. This position coordinates joint administrative and operations efforts and is responsible for obtaining consensus between the Division of Operations and the Division of Program and Response, including the facilitation of various task forces, work groups, and other complex projects impacting the CPR Divisions, often under short deadlines. The AGPA is responsible for assisting with surveys and interviews with CDPH subject matter experts and local stakeholders to research, review, and evaluate efficiency and effectiveness of responses and identify gaps.

In the event of an emergency activation, the incumbent may be required, on short notice, to work irregular and overtime hours during disaster operations in order to support one of four CDPH Emergency Operation Centers (EOC). The incumbent is required to participate on an CPR Incident Response Team (IRT). Up to 5% travel is required.

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.

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.