California Department of Public Health
Planning Analyst | Associate Governmental Program Analyst (AGPA), JC-495548
California Department of Public Health, Sacramento, California, United States, 95828
Planning Analyst | Associate Governmental Program Analyst (AGPA), JC-495548
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California Department of Public Health provided pay range This range is provided by California Department of Public Health. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.
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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.
The Center for Preparedness and Response (CPR) within the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) is a critical division dedicated to safeguarding the health and well‑being of Californians during public health emergencies. CPR coordinates statewide preparedness, response, recovery, and mitigation efforts for events such as natural disasters, disease outbreaks, bioterrorism, and other emergencies impacting public health.
Through robust planning, collaboration with local health departments, and partnerships with federal, state, and community organizations, CPR ensures readiness to manage and mitigate health threats effectively. Its responsibilities include developing emergency response plans, training health professionals, conducting exercises to test response capabilities, and providing resources and guidance to strengthen California’s public health infrastructure. By fostering resilience and preparedness, CPR plays a vital role in protecting the state’s diverse populations from evolving health challenges.
Department Website:
https://www.cdph.ca.gov
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How to Apply for a Job at CDPH
Benefit information can be found on the
CalHR
website and the
CalPERS
website.
The salary listed in this ad may not include recent adjustments or changes from the fiscal year
New to State candidates will be hired at the minimum salary of the classification or alternate range, as applicable.
Effective July 2025, California’s Personal Leave Program (PLP 2025) reduces employees’ base pay by 3% in exchange for 5 hours of leave credits monthly through June 2027. The posted salary range does not reflect this reduction.
Job Description And Duties The Emergency Planning Analyst supports the California Department of Public Health’s (CDPH) mission to enhance preparedness and response for emerging public health threats.
This position plays a key role in developing, implementing, and exercising emergency response plans, continuity of operations plans (COOP), and other operational response frameworks.
The Emergency Planning Analyst serves as a lead for emergency planning communication and coordination, manages emergency preparedness projects and funding, and ensures alignment with state and federal emergency response systems.
Assist in the development, implementation, and maintenance of CDPH emergency response plans, training, operational response plans, and COOPs.
Coordinate CDPH-wide planning activities related to emergency preparedness, response, and recovery, ensuring consistency with the CDPH Emergency Response Plan and the State Emergency Plan.
Serve as a liaison with federal, state, and local agencies (e.g., EMSA, Cal OES) to support integrated, multidisciplinary emergency response efforts within the Medical and Health Coordination Center (MHCC).
Maintain authoritative knowledge of the Standardized Emergency Management System (SEMS), National Incident Management System (NIMS), and other relevant emergency frameworks.
Support implementation of deliverables under the Public Health Emergency Preparedness (PHEP) and Hospital Preparedness Program (HPP) Cooperative Agreements.
Promote emergency planning and preparedness best practices across CDPH programs and stakeholders through meetings, conferences, and technical assistance.
Oversee multiple emergency preparedness projects, including planning, training, tracking, reporting, outreach, and exercise development.
Review program-specific plans and procedures for compliance with SEMS/NIMS and consistency with CDPH-wide operations.
Represent CPR at meetings, workgroups, and training events and participate in both federal and state training programs, workshops, and site visits.
Desirable Qualifications
Demonstrated experience in emergency response or public health operations.
Strong knowledge of emergency management systems including
ICS ,
SEMS , and
NIMS .
Experience developing and delivering training programs in a public health or emergency management context.
Excellent communication and coordination skills with internal teams and external stakeholders.
Familiarity with CDPH emergency planning documents and state-level emergency response frameworks.
Ability to manage logistics such as uniforms, credentials, and equipment.
Willingness and ability to travel for meetings, training, and emergency response activities (up to 10%).
Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) An SOQ is a narrative discussion regarding how the applicant’s education, training, experience, and skill meet the Desirable Qualifications for the position. The SOQ responses are also evaluated for writing ability. Please address the SOQ by using specific examples of your education, training and experience.
For additional information on writing an SOQ, please visit How to Write Engaging SOQs for CDPH.
Describe your analytical experience in one or more of these areas:
Budgeting : Effectively planning the use of resources (people, supplies, funds).
Management analysis : Examining how funds are allocated, how tasks are coordinated and how decisions are made within an organization.
Personnel : Conducting Human Resources activities.
Planning : Developing goals and objectives, as well as the steps necessary to analyze, implement, assess, and monitor a program, project, or organizational unit.
Program evaluation : Measuring the level of success, effectiveness, or efficiency through development and utilization of tools such as assessments, performance metrics, or evaluation criteria.
Policy analysis : Evaluating current and alternative options, forecasting outcomes, and providing recommendations to decision makers based on evidence and analysis.
For each, please include the position(s) in which you performed these duties and the start and end dates (month and year) of each position.
Eligibility Information If you are new to California State Service, you must take and pass the examination for this classification to be eligible for hire. Current state employees without transfer or list eligibility must also complete and pass the examination for this classification to qualify for this position.
Please visit the
CalCareers/Exams
web page to review the exam bulletins:
Associate Governmental Program Analyst
Staff Services Analyst
Telework Information 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.
Job Details Final Filing Date: 10/27/2025
Job Code #: JC-495548
Position #(s): 580-230-5393-750
Working Title: Planning Analyst
Classification: ASSOCIATE GOVERNMENTAL PROGRAM ANALYST
$6,031.00 - $7,547.00 A
Telework: Hybrid
Job Type: Permanent, Full Time
Should you have any questions regarding the application process, our Recruitment Team is ready to help you at Apply@cdph.ca.gov or (916) 445-0983.
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Planning Analyst | Associate Governmental Program Analyst (AGPA), JC-495548
role at
California Department of Public Health .
Get AI‑powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.
California Department of Public Health provided pay range This range is provided by California Department of Public Health. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.
Base pay range Department Information
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.
The Center for Preparedness and Response (CPR) within the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) is a critical division dedicated to safeguarding the health and well‑being of Californians during public health emergencies. CPR coordinates statewide preparedness, response, recovery, and mitigation efforts for events such as natural disasters, disease outbreaks, bioterrorism, and other emergencies impacting public health.
Through robust planning, collaboration with local health departments, and partnerships with federal, state, and community organizations, CPR ensures readiness to manage and mitigate health threats effectively. Its responsibilities include developing emergency response plans, training health professionals, conducting exercises to test response capabilities, and providing resources and guidance to strengthen California’s public health infrastructure. By fostering resilience and preparedness, CPR plays a vital role in protecting the state’s diverse populations from evolving health challenges.
Department Website:
https://www.cdph.ca.gov
Check out
How to Apply for a Job at CDPH
Benefit information can be found on the
CalHR
website and the
CalPERS
website.
The salary listed in this ad may not include recent adjustments or changes from the fiscal year
New to State candidates will be hired at the minimum salary of the classification or alternate range, as applicable.
Effective July 2025, California’s Personal Leave Program (PLP 2025) reduces employees’ base pay by 3% in exchange for 5 hours of leave credits monthly through June 2027. The posted salary range does not reflect this reduction.
Job Description And Duties The Emergency Planning Analyst supports the California Department of Public Health’s (CDPH) mission to enhance preparedness and response for emerging public health threats.
This position plays a key role in developing, implementing, and exercising emergency response plans, continuity of operations plans (COOP), and other operational response frameworks.
The Emergency Planning Analyst serves as a lead for emergency planning communication and coordination, manages emergency preparedness projects and funding, and ensures alignment with state and federal emergency response systems.
Assist in the development, implementation, and maintenance of CDPH emergency response plans, training, operational response plans, and COOPs.
Coordinate CDPH-wide planning activities related to emergency preparedness, response, and recovery, ensuring consistency with the CDPH Emergency Response Plan and the State Emergency Plan.
Serve as a liaison with federal, state, and local agencies (e.g., EMSA, Cal OES) to support integrated, multidisciplinary emergency response efforts within the Medical and Health Coordination Center (MHCC).
Maintain authoritative knowledge of the Standardized Emergency Management System (SEMS), National Incident Management System (NIMS), and other relevant emergency frameworks.
Support implementation of deliverables under the Public Health Emergency Preparedness (PHEP) and Hospital Preparedness Program (HPP) Cooperative Agreements.
Promote emergency planning and preparedness best practices across CDPH programs and stakeholders through meetings, conferences, and technical assistance.
Oversee multiple emergency preparedness projects, including planning, training, tracking, reporting, outreach, and exercise development.
Review program-specific plans and procedures for compliance with SEMS/NIMS and consistency with CDPH-wide operations.
Represent CPR at meetings, workgroups, and training events and participate in both federal and state training programs, workshops, and site visits.
Desirable Qualifications
Demonstrated experience in emergency response or public health operations.
Strong knowledge of emergency management systems including
ICS ,
SEMS , and
NIMS .
Experience developing and delivering training programs in a public health or emergency management context.
Excellent communication and coordination skills with internal teams and external stakeholders.
Familiarity with CDPH emergency planning documents and state-level emergency response frameworks.
Ability to manage logistics such as uniforms, credentials, and equipment.
Willingness and ability to travel for meetings, training, and emergency response activities (up to 10%).
Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) An SOQ is a narrative discussion regarding how the applicant’s education, training, experience, and skill meet the Desirable Qualifications for the position. The SOQ responses are also evaluated for writing ability. Please address the SOQ by using specific examples of your education, training and experience.
For additional information on writing an SOQ, please visit How to Write Engaging SOQs for CDPH.
Describe your analytical experience in one or more of these areas:
Budgeting : Effectively planning the use of resources (people, supplies, funds).
Management analysis : Examining how funds are allocated, how tasks are coordinated and how decisions are made within an organization.
Personnel : Conducting Human Resources activities.
Planning : Developing goals and objectives, as well as the steps necessary to analyze, implement, assess, and monitor a program, project, or organizational unit.
Program evaluation : Measuring the level of success, effectiveness, or efficiency through development and utilization of tools such as assessments, performance metrics, or evaluation criteria.
Policy analysis : Evaluating current and alternative options, forecasting outcomes, and providing recommendations to decision makers based on evidence and analysis.
For each, please include the position(s) in which you performed these duties and the start and end dates (month and year) of each position.
Eligibility Information If you are new to California State Service, you must take and pass the examination for this classification to be eligible for hire. Current state employees without transfer or list eligibility must also complete and pass the examination for this classification to qualify for this position.
Please visit the
CalCareers/Exams
web page to review the exam bulletins:
Associate Governmental Program Analyst
Staff Services Analyst
Telework Information 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.
Job Details Final Filing Date: 10/27/2025
Job Code #: JC-495548
Position #(s): 580-230-5393-750
Working Title: Planning Analyst
Classification: ASSOCIATE GOVERNMENTAL PROGRAM ANALYST
$6,031.00 - $7,547.00 A
Telework: Hybrid
Job Type: Permanent, Full Time
Should you have any questions regarding the application process, our Recruitment Team is ready to help you at Apply@cdph.ca.gov or (916) 445-0983.
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