Outreach and Education Specialist

Organization
Department of Public Health
Job Description

The incumbent works under the general direction of the Health Program Manager I, Supervisor of the Biomonitoring Outreach and Communications Unit. The HPS I will assist with the implementation and evaluation of strategies designed to communicate information about the health impacts of chemical exposures to the public, with consideration of CDPH guidance regarding scientific and health literacy, and cultural and linguistic competence. The HPS I will also provide outreach to the public about Biomonitoring California surveillance projects, manage participation in Biomonitoring California projects, and communicate project results to study participants as well as to the public.
 


This position may be eligible for telework up to three (3) days per week and is required to report in-person to the designated headquarters office location a minimum of two (2) days per week. The amount of telework permitted is at the discretion of the Department and is subject to change, consistent with CDPH’s Telework Program. All employees who telework are required to be California residents in accordance with Government Code 14200. Candidates who reside outside of the state of California may be interviewed; however, the selected candidate must have a primary residency in the state of California prior to appointment (and continue to maintain California residency) as a condition of employment. Failure to meet this requirement may result in the job offer being rescinded. Business travel may be required, and reimbursement considers an employee’s designated headquarters office subject to regulations and bargaining unit contract provisions. All commute expenses to the designated headquarters office will be the responsibility of the selected candidate. The headquarters office location for this position is identified in the attached duty statement.

FT/PT
Full Time
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