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.
Located on an extensive 29-acre property in Richmond’s Marina Bay, the Center for Laboratory Sciences (CLS) operates at the Richmond Campus, employing more than 1,200 professionals dedicated to protecting and promoting the health of all Californians. CLS drives innovation and collaboration in infectious disease and environmental testing, providing critical investigation and surveillance activities that form the foundation of disease response and prevention efforts. By integrating emerging scientific capabilities in testing, analytics, and communications, CLS enhances coordination, support, and leadership within the public health laboratory system at the state, local, and national levels.
The Laboratory Field Services (LFS) branch is dedicated to protecting the health of our state’s residents by ensuring the accuracy and reliability of clinical and public health laboratory testing. This mission is carried out through rigorous licensure, inspection, proficiency testing, and oversight of clinical and public health laboratories, tissue banks, biologics facilities, and blood banks. Additionally, LFS supervises the education, training, examination, and licensure of laboratory personnel to uphold the highest standards in laboratory sciences.
Enjoy exclusive Richmond employee perks, including a free onsite gym and access to over 30 free EV charging stations. Join the LFS team and take advantage of these great benefits and more.
Please be aware this is a hybrid position. It requires a minimum of four (4) days a week in the office after the in-person training is complete.
New to State candidates will be hired at the minimum salary of the classification or alternate range, as applicable.
*The salary information listed on this advertisement may not reflect recent salary increases from salary adjustments or changes in the fiscal year.
*The CDPH is not currently an E-Verify employer.