CDPH - Blood and Tissue Banks, Biologics & Cytology Section Chief EXAMINER III LABORATORY FIELD SERVICES

California Department of Public Health

Job Title: Blood and Tissue Banks, Biologics & Cytology Section Chief

Work Location: Contra Costa County

Job Code: JC-485213

Application deadline: 8/14/2025

Are you seeking a dynamic career with a purpose? Are you skilled in establishing collaborative relationships, providing excellent customer service, and serving as a leader in your organization? If so, then The California Department of Public Health’s’ Center for Laboratory Sciences has a position for you! The Center for Laboratory Sciences is currently hiring for an Examiner III as the Blood and Tissue Banks, Biologics & Cytology Section Chief.

About the Department

The Center for Laboratory Sciences (CLS) serves to protect and promote the health of all Californians through innovative and collaborative infectious disease and environmental testing, including provision of investigation and surveillance activities which form the basis of disease response and prevention. The CLS works to bring together emerging scientific capabilities in testing, analytics, and communications reflecting a new level of coordination, support, and leadership for the public health laboratory system at the state, local and national level. In addition, the Center relies on a continuous improvement infrastructure as a core value in developing solutions that emphasize a culture of quality and performance through performance management success.

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 team members, we welcome the unique contributions that you can bring to us and the work we do.

Responsibilities:

• Serves as the Blood and Tissue Banks, Biologics & Cytology Section Chief, overseeing professional staff in the licensure and onsite surveys of blood and tissue bank and onsite inspections related to Transfusion Related Incidents and recalled blood and tissue products.

• Provide surveillance of Cytology Services within Clinical Laboratories.

• Coordinates staff activities with CDPH, other California departments and accrediting organizations to ensure that there is an adequate supply of disease-free blood and tissue.

• Serves as liaison with the Blood Centers of California on scientific and technical problems relating to the regulation of blood banks operating in California.

  
  

Desirable Qualifications:

• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

• Balance multiple priorities simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.

• Ability to work under pressure, execute sound judgement and exercise a high degree of confidentiality.

• Ability to organize and prioritize multiple assignments and meet deadlines.

• Ability to work independently and/or collaboratively in a team environment.

Special Requirements:

*License: Clinical laboratory bio analyst or clinical laboratory scientist (general or specialized) or certification as a public health microbiologist issued by the California Department of Public Health*

New to the State application process? To be considered for this role, you must follow the directions below. We do not accept applications from external platforms.

1. Create a CalCareer account by going to CalCareers.ca.gov.

2. Confirm that you meet the minimum qualifications for the position you are wanting to apply for. A link to view minimum qualifications is listed on each job posting.

3. After confirming that you meet the minimum qualifications, take and pass the corresponding examination. Most exams are available online and can be found on CalCareers under the exam/assessment search tab.

4. Apply! Follow all directions and be sure to submit all requested documentation.

Please reach out to Apply@cdph.ca.gov with any questions.

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