JC-515365 - Resource Management Unit Chief

The Center for Preparedness and Response (CPR) within the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) is a critical center 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.

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The Resource Management Unit Chief (Supervisor I) serves as a key leader in overseeing procurement, contracting, inventory, and space-planning functions that support the Center for Preparedness and Response’s operational readiness. This position is responsible for supervising multidisciplinary staff, directing the development and tracking of emergency and routine procurements, and ensuring full compliance with State and departmental policies. Core responsibilities include managing contract documentation and timelines, overseeing purchasing and invoice processing, maintaining procurement and inventory databases, and ensuring accurate management of equipment, assets, and facility resources. The incumbent provides technical guidance to staff, coordinates cross-unit activities, prepares and reviews reports and work products, and supports special projects and emergency response operations. Additional duties include facilitating unit meetings, identifying process improvements, updating management on project and procurement status, and participating in drills, trainings, and workgroups to maintain program effectiveness and readiness.

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• SUPERVISOR I

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:

• Experience supervising and developing staff in an operational or administrative setting.
• Knowledge of State procurement, contracting, and purchasing processes.
• Experience managing inventory, equipment assets, or space-planning activities.
• Ability to lead workgroups and coordinate cross-unit projects.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and project-management skills.
• Experience supporting emergency preparedness, drills, or response operations.

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.

https://calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Jobs/JobPosting.aspx?JobControlId=515365

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.