Section Manager

DUTY STATEMENT Employee Name: Position Number: 580-520-4801-006 Classification: Supervisor II Tenure/Time Base: Permanent / Full-Time Working Title: Section Manager Work Location: 1615 Capitol Avenue Sacramento, CA 95814 Collective Bargaining Unit: S01 Position Eligible for Telework (Yes/No): Yes Center/Office/Division: Center for Family Health Maternal, Child, and Adolescent Health Division Branch/Section/Unit: Child and Adolescent Heath Branch California Home Visiting Program, Program Quality and Equity Section All employees shall possess the general qualifications, as described in California Code of Regulations Title 2, Section 172, which include, but are not limited to integrity, honesty, dependability, thoroughness, accuracy, good judgment, initiative, resourcefulness, and the ability to work cooperatively with others. This position requires the incumbent to maintain consistent and regular attendance; communicate effectively (orally and in writing) in dealing with the public and/or other employees; develop and maintain knowledge and skill related to specific tasks, methodologies, materials, tools, and equipment; complete assignments in a timely and efficient manner; and, adhere to departmental policies and procedures. All California Department of Public Health (CDPH) employees perform work that is of the utmost importance, where each employee is important in supporting and promoting an environment of equity, diversity, and inclusivity, essential to the delivery of the department’s mission. All employees are valued and should understand that their contributions and the contributions of their team members derive from different cultures, backgrounds, and life experiences, supporting innovations in public health services and programs for California. Competencies The competencies required for this position are found on the classification specification for the classification noted above. Classification specifications are located on the California Department of Human Resources’ Job Descriptions webpage. Job Summary This position supports the California Department of Public Health’s (CDPH) mission and strategic plan by overseeing a critical program that provides support to pregnant and parenting mothers in California through positive parenting, improving maternal and child health, and promoting child development and school readiness. The position promotes health and wellness, incorporates health equity strategies in programs and practices, and mobilizes partnerships to strengthen collective impact. The incumbent works under the general direction of the Manager of the Child and Adolescent Health (CAH) Branch within the Maternal, Child, and Adolescent Health (MCAH) Division. The Supervisor II is responsible for the oversight of the California Home Visiting Program (CHVP), Program Quality and Equity (PQE) Section. The incumbent will oversee the areas of program policy development, planning, implementation, support, and monitoring, as well as management analysis and personnel. The CDPH 2388 (Rev. 10/2024) Page 1 of 3 State of California – Health and Human Services Agency California Department of Public Health Supervisor II plans, organizes, and directly supervises and monitors the work of a multi-disciplinary team of professional, technical, and support staff. Using knowledge of program policy development, program planning, implementation, and monitoring, the incumbent will provide programmatic and managerial leadership in the coordination of all CHVP PQE activities including daily operations and future planning. The incumbent will provide leadership to all PQE staff working with local agencies implementing, supporting, and monitoring the statewide home visiting program including the oversight of technical assistance, continuous quality improvement, site status reports, performance reports, information dissemination and reporting, development of scopes of work, policies, procedures, and partnership building related to the CHVP. Up to 10% regional travel may be required. Special Requirements Conflict of Interest (COI) Background Check and/or Fingerprinting Clearance Medical Clearance Travel: Up to 10% Bilingual: Pass a State written and/or verbal proficiency exam in License/Certification: Other: Essential Functions (including percentage of time) 40% Oversees and leads the planning, development, and implementation of the complex California Home Visiting statewide program. Directs and supports the selection of local grantees and contractors, administration of funds, provision of technical assistance to local agencies, fiscal and programmatic monitoring, and data-driven quality improvement. Provides administrative oversight in the policy, managerial, and technical aspects of CHVP. Oversees the management of grants, ensuring the appropriate use of funds and compliance with requirements. Develops systems and strategies that promote health equity in all programmatic and administrative activities. Integrates these activities with other state, local, and federal public health efforts to ensure consistency with the goals of the Department, State and federal regulations/policies, and the objectives of CHVP. 30% Manages, supervises, and provides overall leadership for the CHVP PQS section. Performs diverse management responsibilities such as: supervision of a multi-disciplinary team of staff, which includes, personnel recruitment, hiring, training and development, coaching/mentoring of staff and progressive discipline, when needed; setting goals and priorities; conducting staff meetings; delegating responsibilities; reviewing staff work for accuracy and completeness; and monitoring activities for quality and compliance with laws, rules and state and federal requirements. Serves as a member of the Division management team and keeps the Branch Chief informed about new and on-going projects. 15% Plans, develops, and oversees the timely submission of legislative analysis, reports, and regulations relating to CHVP issues and advises on policy implications both within and outside the Department. Stays abreast of emerging issues, new research and the evidence supporting home visiting and share the knowledge acquired with appropriate staff. Takes responsibility for special projects working across programs within CDPH and across departments. , as assigned by the Branch Chief, and developing program policy regarding those assignments. Responsible for editing and reviewing reports, issue memoranda, position papers, budget CDPH 2388 (Rev. 10/2024) Page 2 of 3 State of California – Health and Human Services Agency California Department of Public Health change proposals, press releases, controlled correspondence, bill analyses, presentations, and articles for publication 10% Collaborates internally with program evaluation, epidemiology, communication and administrative teams at MCAH to pursue the goals of the Section and Division. Builds partnerships with state and local government and community-based partners working to improve family and child health. Provides consultation and interpretation of program policy to other divisions, programs, and various task forces and committees. Represents CHVP with stakeholders, including local agencies, and advocates, in working to achieve consensus on program goals, policy issues, and program operational issues. Negotiates sensitive and complex issues with public constituents. Prepares and gives presentations at conferences and meetings. Marginal Functions (including percentage of time) 5% Performs other job-related duties as required.