Additional Opportunities

Some opportunities with the California Department of Public Health may not fit neatly into our listed occupational areas but still play an essential role in supporting our mission to protect and promote the health of all Californians. These positions span a wide range of functions, from specialized program support to unique administrative or analytical roles and offer valuable experience in public service. Whether you’re beginning your career or expanding your expertise, these roles provide meaningful ways to contribute to the work of CDPH and the broader state of California. ​​

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How to Apply

Step 1: Create or Login to Your CalCareer Account

With a CalCareer account, you can take state civil service examinations, store different versions of your application, apply for vacancies, track your application status and save your resume all in one place.

Step 2: Take Examination/Assessment

Before you can work for the State, you need to take and pass an examination for the job type (classification) that you wish to be considered for employment. The assessment process can take many forms (i.e. self-assessments or written exams) and maybe required to be completed in-person or online. Examination Bulletins list the minimum qualifications and the steps required to apply and/or complete the examination/assessment. If you have current or past state experience, you may have Transfer Eligibility or Reinstatement Rights.

Step 3: Search and Apply for Jobs

Once you have taken the examination or established eligibility for the job type that you wish to be considered for employment, you may be considered for open positions in that job type by applying for job vacancies. Login to your CalCareer account, locate the job posting you wish to apply for and click on “Apply for This Job” and follow the prompts.