California Department of Public Health
Quality Improvement Analyst | ASSOCIATE GOVERNMENTAL PROGRAM ANALYST/ANALYST II,
California Department of Public Health, Richmond, California, United States, 94875
Quality Improvement Analyst | ASSOCIATE GOVERNMENTAL PROGRAM ANALYST/ANALYST II, JC-501452
Pay Range
Department pay range:
$6,031.00 - $7,547.00 A
Staff Services Analyst:
$3,861.00 - $4,839.00 A
$4,181.00 - $5,233.00 B
$5,014.00 - $6,276.00 C
Agency Overview 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. CDPH is genuinely committed to cultivating and preserving a culture of inclusion and connectedness, where we can grow and learn together with a diverse team of employees.
Located on an extensive 29‑acre property in Richmond’s Marina Bay, the Center for Laboratory Sciences (CLS) operates at the Richmond Campus, employing more than 1,200 professionals dedicated to protecting and promoting the health of all Californians. CLS drives innovation and collaboration in infectious disease and environmental testing, providing critical investigation and surveillance activities that form the foundation of disease response and prevention efforts.
The Laboratory Field Services (LFS) branch is dedicated to protecting the health of our state’s residents by ensuring the accuracy and reliability of clinical and public health laboratory testing through rigorous licensure, inspection, proficiency testing, and oversight.
This position is eligible for hybrid telework. Richmond campus offers secured FREE parking and has FREE charging stations.
Position Summary This Associate Governmental Program Analyst (AGPA) supports CDPH’s mission by identifying needs and coordinating support services for public health laboratories in local jurisdictions. As part of the LFS Branch, the AGPA ensures quality standards in clinical and public health laboratories, tissue and blood banks, the production of biologics, and laboratory scientists through licensing, examination, inspection, education, and proficiency testing. The AGPA serves as the point of contact between CDPH and the laboratories, supports the implementation of Lean methodology, and maintains continuity of communication between internal stakeholders and external partners. The incumbent is required to travel up to 5% of the year to attend meetings and trainings within the state and works under the direction of the Staff Services Manager II, Assistant Branch Chief of the LFS Branch.
Responsibilities
Identify needs and coordinate support services for public health laboratories in local jurisdictions.
Serve as the point of contact between CDPH and laboratories.
Provide support to Health Program Specialists I and Research Data Specialists and maintain continuity of communication between internal stakeholders and external partners.
Support the implementation of Lean methodology in the administration of public health data, monitoring and evaluation activities for the LFS Branch.
Attend meetings and trainings within the state (travel up to 5% of the year).
Work under the direction of the Staff Services Manager II, Assistant Branch Chief of the LFS Branch.
Desirable Qualifications
Critical thinking skills.
Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with leadership, other state, federal agencies, and CDPH.
Balance multiple priorities simultaneously in a fast‑paced environment.
Ability to work under pressure, execute sound judgment and exercise a high degree of confidentiality.
Ability to organize and prioritize multiple assignments and meet deadlines.
Ability to work independently and/or collaboratively in a team environment.
Experience working with databases, developing and evaluating alternatives, analyzing data, and presenting ideas and information effectively (plus).
Proficient in using MS Excel, Word, SharePoint, Visio, and PowerPoint.
Excellent organizational and time‑management skills.
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 this position. The SOQ responses are also evaluated for writing ability. Please address the SOQ by using specific examples of your education, training and experience.
Describe in detail your analytical experience within your previous positions. 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. Analytical experience refers to the process of studying a complex situation to find an innovative solution.
Please provide your knowledge, skills, or experience in presenting data.
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 Associate Governmental Program Analyst exam bulletin.
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 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.
Job Details Final Filing Date:
12/24/2025
Job Code #:
JC-501452
Working Title:
Quality Improvement Analyst/ Analyst II
Classification:
ASSOCIATE GOVERNMENTAL PROGRAM ANALYST
Telework:
Hybrid
Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time
Contact Information Please contact the Recruitment Team at Apply@cdph.ca.gov or (916) 445‑0983 for questions regarding the application process.
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Pay Range
Department pay range:
$6,031.00 - $7,547.00 A
Staff Services Analyst:
$3,861.00 - $4,839.00 A
$4,181.00 - $5,233.00 B
$5,014.00 - $6,276.00 C
Agency Overview 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. CDPH is genuinely committed to cultivating and preserving a culture of inclusion and connectedness, where we can grow and learn together with a diverse team of employees.
Located on an extensive 29‑acre property in Richmond’s Marina Bay, the Center for Laboratory Sciences (CLS) operates at the Richmond Campus, employing more than 1,200 professionals dedicated to protecting and promoting the health of all Californians. CLS drives innovation and collaboration in infectious disease and environmental testing, providing critical investigation and surveillance activities that form the foundation of disease response and prevention efforts.
The Laboratory Field Services (LFS) branch is dedicated to protecting the health of our state’s residents by ensuring the accuracy and reliability of clinical and public health laboratory testing through rigorous licensure, inspection, proficiency testing, and oversight.
This position is eligible for hybrid telework. Richmond campus offers secured FREE parking and has FREE charging stations.
Position Summary This Associate Governmental Program Analyst (AGPA) supports CDPH’s mission by identifying needs and coordinating support services for public health laboratories in local jurisdictions. As part of the LFS Branch, the AGPA ensures quality standards in clinical and public health laboratories, tissue and blood banks, the production of biologics, and laboratory scientists through licensing, examination, inspection, education, and proficiency testing. The AGPA serves as the point of contact between CDPH and the laboratories, supports the implementation of Lean methodology, and maintains continuity of communication between internal stakeholders and external partners. The incumbent is required to travel up to 5% of the year to attend meetings and trainings within the state and works under the direction of the Staff Services Manager II, Assistant Branch Chief of the LFS Branch.
Responsibilities
Identify needs and coordinate support services for public health laboratories in local jurisdictions.
Serve as the point of contact between CDPH and laboratories.
Provide support to Health Program Specialists I and Research Data Specialists and maintain continuity of communication between internal stakeholders and external partners.
Support the implementation of Lean methodology in the administration of public health data, monitoring and evaluation activities for the LFS Branch.
Attend meetings and trainings within the state (travel up to 5% of the year).
Work under the direction of the Staff Services Manager II, Assistant Branch Chief of the LFS Branch.
Desirable Qualifications
Critical thinking skills.
Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with leadership, other state, federal agencies, and CDPH.
Balance multiple priorities simultaneously in a fast‑paced environment.
Ability to work under pressure, execute sound judgment and exercise a high degree of confidentiality.
Ability to organize and prioritize multiple assignments and meet deadlines.
Ability to work independently and/or collaboratively in a team environment.
Experience working with databases, developing and evaluating alternatives, analyzing data, and presenting ideas and information effectively (plus).
Proficient in using MS Excel, Word, SharePoint, Visio, and PowerPoint.
Excellent organizational and time‑management skills.
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 this position. The SOQ responses are also evaluated for writing ability. Please address the SOQ by using specific examples of your education, training and experience.
Describe in detail your analytical experience within your previous positions. 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. Analytical experience refers to the process of studying a complex situation to find an innovative solution.
Please provide your knowledge, skills, or experience in presenting data.
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 Associate Governmental Program Analyst exam bulletin.
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 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.
Job Details Final Filing Date:
12/24/2025
Job Code #:
JC-501452
Working Title:
Quality Improvement Analyst/ Analyst II
Classification:
ASSOCIATE GOVERNMENTAL PROGRAM ANALYST
Telework:
Hybrid
Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time
Contact Information Please contact the Recruitment Team at Apply@cdph.ca.gov or (916) 445‑0983 for questions regarding the application process.
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