Newborn Logistics Unit Chief

The Genetic Disease Screening Program (GDSP) of the California Department of Public Health works to protect and improve the health of all Californians. We run the largest screening program in the world and set the standard in delivering high-quality, cost-effective genetic services to all Californians. The mission of GDSP is to “serve the people of California by reducing the emotional and financial burden of disability and death caused by genetic and congenital disorders.”

This position supports the California Department of Public Health’s (CDPH) mission and strategic plan by being responsible for the overall management and workflows of the Newborn Screening (NBS) Logistics Unit in the Genetic Disease Screening Program (GDSP). The position also supports the GDSP mission, which is to reduce the emotional and financial burden of congenital and inherited disorders in California. The incumbent provides direct supervision to Unit staff tasked with reviewing daily reports and liaising with Newborn and Prenatal Screening (NAPS) laboratories, troubleshooting NBS case management, and fulfilling supply orders, records requests, and user identity management for all GDSP applications. The HPM I has extensive knowledge of Program protocols and policies. Activities include oversight of NBS daily operations for specimens at NAPS laboratories and cases managed at NBS Area Service Centers (ASCs). Additional responsibilities include contract and personnel oversight.

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:

GDSP is looking for motivated candidates who possess the following:

• Outstanding work ethic with strong interpersonal and planning skills and a team-oriented approach.
• Strong meeting management skills, including in-person and through Webex and/or Zoom platforms.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including those that help advance organizational goals.
• Adaptability and flexibility to handle constant changes.
• The ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment with a proven ability to simultaneously manage multiple projects with competing deadlines and use metrics to monitor success.
• High degree of organization with a positive attitude and professional demeanor.
• Extensive leadership and supervisory experience.
• Self-motivated with a positive and inclusive approach to staff management.
• Experience managing contracts and budgets.
• Training in public health, science, health, or related area.

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 team members, we welcome the unique contributions that you can bring to us and the work we do.