Job Description

Job Description and Duties

Incumbents in one of these classifications, where a Master’s Degree is required to meet the minimum qualifications, shall receive an educational pay differential equivalent to 2% of their monthly base pay. Those where a Doctoral Degree is a required to meet the minimum qualifications, shall receive an educational pay differential equivalent to 3% of their monthly base pay. Individuals with both a Master’s and Doctoral Degree will be given the best benefit in relation to salary shall only be eligible for only one amount.

The Research Scientist Supervisor I (RSS I) (Social/Behavioral) works under the Research Scientist Supervisor II (RSS II) (Epidemiology/Biostatistics), Substance Use Research and Evaluation Section Chief of the Substance and Addiction Prevention Branch (SAPB). Acts as the Epidemiology and Evaluation Unit Chief responsible for providing unique scientific expertise related to high-profile subject matter. Manages and supervises scientific staff in the development and implementation of the epidemiological and evaluation aspects of the substance use and addiction (e.g., cannabis, alcohol, overdose, and gambling) health education and prevention programs. The RSS I will use behavioral sciences theoretical models and epidemiological research methods to oversee staff who conduct ongoing epidemiological and evaluation activities, oversee the implementation of an evaluation plan, conduct analyses and create reports for dissemination to diverse audiences. The incumbent is responsible for scientific and knowledge vision of the Branch, participates in the development of public health policy, and serves as a spokesperson regarding scientific issues related to substance use and addiction prevention. The RSS I will be responsible for ensuring the scientific quality of administrative and research reporting requirements. Some travel will be required to attend meetings and conference presentations, which may include overnight stays.

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Working Conditions

Telework Information     

This position may be eligible for telework. 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.

Travel may be required for this position. Reimbursement for travel takes into consideration an employee’s designated headquarters, as reflected in the duty statement, and is 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.

Special Requirements

In order to be considered for this position, you must submit a copy of your college transcripts official or un-official and/or Degree for education verification

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 #(500016)  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 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.

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:

• Subject matter expertise in substance use, addiction, and/or behavioral health.
• Strong data analysis skills with experience using software such as SAS.
• Experience conducting program evaluation and mixed methods (quantitative and qualitative) research.
• Experience or interest working on the research and evaluation components of media and social marketing campaigns.
• Experience with translating research and data into action, including informing effective prevention, policy, and intervention approaches.
• Experience using data and research to address the social drivers of health.
• Understanding of strategic planning and how data, research, and evaluation can help support the public’s health.
• Strong leadership and coaching skills with ability to deliver on projects.
• Collaborative and communicative; able to work well in a project-based environment with diverse teams.
• Commitment to supporting justice, anti-racism, and equity.

Benefits

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

Statement of Qualifications (SOQ)

Applicants must submit a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) with specific and relevant examples. Please describe your knowledge, skills, experience, and education as they relate to epidemiological and/or program evaluation research and leadership/supervision. The SOQ should clearly demonstrate relevance to specific areas of the duty statement and desirable qualifications. The SOQ must be clear and concise (no more than two pages long at Arial 12-point font). Candidates are required to include a CV/resume in addition to the SOQ; the SOQ also serves as the writing sample and should not be a duplication of the CV/resume.  

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

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