JC-480400 - Chief, Vital Statistics Administration Section
The Center for Health Statistics and Informatics (CHSI) 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. CHSI 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, CHSI is involved in many cross-cutting and innovative data projects including the statewide Open Data Portal and Health Information Exchange.
New to State candidates will be hired at the minimum salary of the classification or alternate range, as applicable.
*The salary information listed on this advertisement may not reflect recent salary increases from salary adjustments or changes in the fiscal year.
*The CDPH is not currently an E-Verify employer.
This position supports the California Department of Public Health’s (CDPH) mission and strategic plan by developing goals; planning, organizing, and prioritizing work assignments; and monitoring the quality of work performed by staff in the Vital Statistics Administration Section (VSAS) which includes the Program and Policy Unit (PPU).
The Staff Services Manager II (SSM II) primary responsibilities include leadership for policy and program development, data contracts tracking, coordination of legislative analysis for the Branch, vital statistics application system maintenance, issues, and enhancements. The SSM II oversees and streamlines the data application review process. The incumbent oversees the Vital Statistics Advisory Committee (VSAC) and coordinates the facilitation of meetings. The incumbent oversees the End of Life Option Act (EOLA) Program. The SSM II directly supervises the PPU and a small group of specialist and analyst staff.
Minimum Requirements
You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.
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:
- Self-motivated.
- Have excellent communication and interactive skills.
- Be extremely proficient in the use of various computer word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications and be willing to learn new technological tools and to incorporate them in daily tasks.
- Possess exceptional written and oral communication skills, with the ability to present information and express ideas in a clear, confident, and convincing manner.
- Demonstrate ability to offer succinct, value-added recommendations and exercise sound judgment.
- Demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to work in a multi-disciplined team environment.
- Perform both independently and in a cooperative team environment.
- Possess strong organizational and time management skills.
- Demonstrate excellent attention to detail.
- Demonstrate the ability to prioritize and work well under pressure to meet quick deadlines.
- Possess outstanding customer service skills.
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.
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