Research Scientist Supervisor I (Epidemiology/Biostatistics)

Job Description and Duties

This position supports the California Department of Public Health's (CDPH) mission and strategic plan by serving as the Chief of the Prenatal Outcomes and Evaluation Unit. The Research Scientist Supervisor I (RSSI) will be responsible for the supervision of Research Scientists and Research Analysts who are engaged in the evaluation of the prenatal screening program, including screening technologies and algorithms, the monitoring of risk assessment models, and the management of other analytic and clinical tools used by the prenatal screening program, such as the maintenance of existing data systems including the prenatal outcomes of pregnancy data system and the prenatal chromosome abnormalities and neural tube defects registries. The RSSI will independently supervise, conceive, plan and direct prenatal screening program evaluation investigations and research studies related to understanding the impact and efficacy of the current prenatal screening program on early diagnosis of selected genetic disorders and structural abnormalities. Using data derived from these systems and other data sources available within and outside the program, the Unit Chief will address programmatic issues and questions related to prenatal screening program performance and broader impacts of program policies on pregnancy outcomes in California. The RSSI will supervise and be actively engaged in development and evaluation of new prenatal screening technologies to improve the effectiveness and efficacy of the prenatal screening program. The RSSI acts as the State's highly specialized consultant in program evaluation, development, planning and research for the prenatal screening program.

The incumbent works under the general direction of the Research Scientist Supervisor II (Epidemiology/Biostatistics), Chief of the Program Development and Evaluation Section.

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.

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You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• RESEARCH SCIENTIST SUPERVISOR I (EPIDEMIOLOGY/BIOSTATISTICS)

Additional Documents

• Job Application Package Checklist
• Duty Statement

Position Details

Job Code #:

JC-451663

Position #(s):

580-530-5643-005

Working Title:

Prenatal Outcomes and Evaluation Unit Chief

Classification:

RESEARCH SCIENTIST SUPERVISOR I (EPIDEMIOLOGY/BIOSTATISTICS)

$8,984.00 - $11,196.00

# of Positions:

1

Work Location:

Contra Costa County

Telework:

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Job Type:

Permanent, Full Time

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

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."

Special Requirements

For experience/education to qualify during the application screening process, and to ensure that minimum qualifications can be determined, applicants should include all employment history on the Employment Application (STD 678) and/or Resume, including detailed job descriptions, hours worked per week, and start/end dates (MM/DD/YYYY). Application packages without this information will experience delayed processing times and your eligibility for this position may be impacted.

A completed State application (STD. 678) and any other relevant documents (e.g. unofficial transcript, copy of degree, resume, etc.) should be submitted electronically via your CalCareers Account. Please reference Job Control # (451663) and indicate the basis of your eligibility in the Examination(s) or Job Title(s) section. SROA and surplus candidates should submit a copy of their letter with their application. Please remove any confidential information (i.e. social security number, date of birth) from your documents prior to submission.

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 CalCareers Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. Submitting an electronic application through your CalCareers account is strongly recommended since electronic applications will be received/processed faster than other methods of filing. Please submit only one application.

If you are unable to submit your application electronically through your CalCareers account, please email apply@cdph.ca.gov for assistance and a CDPH Human Resources Division staff member will contact you to assist with the online application process or, a hard copy application package may be submitted through an alternative method as explained in the How to Apply section below. When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included.

Application Instructions

Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.

Final Filing Date: 10/21/2024

Who May Apply

Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list or LEAP eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility (please attach your letter, if available). SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; therefore, individuals with other eligibility may be considered in the event no SROA or Surplus candidates apply. Individuals who are eligible for a Training and Development assignment may also be considered for this position(s).

Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).

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. If you choose to not apply electronically, a hard copy application package may be submitted through an alternative method listed below:

Address for Mailing Application Packages

You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:

Department of Public Health

CCAU Mailing

Attn: Classification & Certification Unit

P.O. Box 997378

MS 1700-1702

Sacramento, CA 95899-7378

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:

Department of Public Health

CCAU Drop Off

Classification & Certification Unit

1615 Capitol Avenue Suite 73.430

Sacramento, CA 95814

08:00 AM - 05:00 PM

Required Application Package Documents

The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job:

• Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.
• Resume is optional. It may be included, but is not required.
• Statement of Qualifications -

Please see Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) instructions below at end of posting. Applications received without a written response to the SOQ may be rejected.

• Other -

Please see Supplemental Questionnaire (SQ) instructions below at end of posting. Applications received without a written response to the SQ may be rejected.

• Other -

Writing Sample

Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview. The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting.

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:

• Demonstrated ability to apply new ways of thinking, resolve problems, generate new ideas, and develop new approaches to achieve a program goal.
• Ability to build strong relationships with program staff, outside professionals, and lay partners.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, particularly with the ability to present and communicate products of data analysis to both scientific and lay stakeholders.
• Comprehensive experience in database design and advanced proficiency in using SQL and SAS to manipulate and analyze data from large datasets for public health program evaluation.
• Managing and providing leadership to a diverse team of employees.

Benefits

Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.

Contact Information

The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the application process. The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position.

Human Resources Contact:

Human Resources Division

(916) 445-0983

apply@cdph.ca.gov

Hiring Unit Contact:

Agustina-Richel Guzman

(510) 412-6216

agustina-richel.guzman@cdph.ca.gov

Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office.

EEO Contact:

EEO Office

(916) 445-0938

California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.

Statement of Qualifications

Your Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) must address the question below and it must be submitted in a separate Word document. Responses should not be longer than one page, single-spaced, with 12 pt. Arial font and 1-inch margins.

• Please describe how your knowledge, skills, experience, and education have prepared you to successfully perform the duties required for this position.

Supplemental Questionnaire/Writing Sample

Please submit answers to the two questions listed below in a Word or PDF document. Responses should be no longer than one page, single-spaced, with 12 pt. Arial font and 1-inch margins. Provide the name and contact information of a reference who can validate the information you have provided on your supplemental questionnaire. All elements of the Supplemental Questionnaire must be met in order to be reviewed.

1) Please describe your leadership style, including techniques of organizing and motivating groups and/or individuals. Provide examples of your leadership ability and explain how you have demonstrated these qualities in your past or current position.

2) Please describe a population-based epidemiological investigation or large-scale program evaluation project you conducted that you felt made a difference to the public's health.

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Other: Writing Sample

Attach a copy of an SAS program sample and an SQL program sample you have written. This writing sample should be no longer than four pages.

PLEASE NOTE: Resumes, letters, transcripts, degrees, your state application, cover letters and other materials will not take the place of the Statement of Qualifications, Supplemental Questionnaire, or writing sample. Simply copying and pasting your resume will also not be accepted. Any submitted application packages that do not include the Statement of Qualifications, Supplemental Questionnaire, and writing sample will not be considered.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.

It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.