Kings County Department of Public Health is currently seeking qualified individuals for the position of: PROGRAM SPECIALIST $71,489.60 - $87,256.00 ANNUALLY Kings Countyis looking for a driven and passionate Program Specialist to join our Public Health team. This is your chance to take on meaningful work that truly impacts our community. You’ll help shape key health programs, strengthen outreach efforts, and support services that improve lives every single day. If you’re organized, proactive, and excited to make a real difference in the health and well-being of Kings County residents, we strongly encourage you to apply.
MANAGEMENT LEVEL II BENEFITS
CalPERS Retirement (see benefits section to determine plan/tier placement).
Fully paid PPO insurance premiums, including medical, dental, vision and chiropractic insurance coverage for the employee and their eligible dependents.
Onsite Employee Health Center (Monday - Friday) for employees and eligible dependents on County health insurance, without need to use sick or other leave for personal appointments.
$40,000 term life/accident insurance.
Paid vacation and sick leave (see benefits tab for more details).
An additional 80 hours of management leave each fiscal year (or pro-rated upon hire date), which may be cashed out at the employees option.
Deferred Compensation Plan, which includes a match up to $3,500 per year for every three dollars contributed by the employee.
Longevity pay beginning at 10 years of service.
11.5 paid holidays annually, along with an additional 3.5 paid days when the County participates in the Holiday Closure.
Access to the County's Employee Assistance Program.
Access to Kings County's Assist-to-Own Down Payment Assistance Program.
For complete benefit details, please seeSection V of theSalary Resolution.You can also clickhereto watch a brief video showcasing the exceptional benefits available to our employees.To discover what makes Kings County a great place to live and work, clickhere to watch a short video.Management reserves the right to add, modify, change, or rescind the work assignments of different positions and to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the job.Some duties, knowledge, skills, and abilities may be performed in a learning capacity for entry-level (I Level) positions.
Plans and organizes administrative studies relating to the activities or operations of the programmatic areas to which assigned.
Determines analytical techniques and information-gathering processes and obtains required information and data for analysis.
Analyzes alternatives and makes recommendations regarding such matters as program design, elements, compliance, staffing, contract development, and budget.
Interprets and applies County, department, and program policies, procedures, and regulations related to assigned area of responsibility; ensures program and project activities comply with legal and regulatory requirements.
Conducts a variety of special projects and studies related to the functions of the assigned program(s); discusses findings with management and prepares reports of study conclusions.
Assists in the development and implementation of program goals and objectives.
Oversees contract provider(s) to ensure compliance with contract terms by conducting site visits and reviewing electronic health and other records and other supporting documentation.
Identifies and notifies contractors of deficiencies and/or areas of non-compliance; works service contract provider(s) to correct deficiencies and either conducts audits to ensure corrective action is taken or initiates additional action through supervisor.
Reviews new and current legislation to determine impact on program service delivery.
Participates in program planning to identify effective program strategies.
Develops, reviews, and evaluates program objectives, outcome measures and statistical data in collaboration with data and research teams.
Conducts site visits to solicit feedback from program participants.
Provides requested information and documentation in response to state audits and other regulatory requirements.
Identifies grant funding opportunities and proposals; participates in grant application processes.
Provides staff development and consultation about assigned program(s) by organizing training sessions, meetings and conferences.
Participates in the development and implementation of new or revised programs, systems, procedures, and methods of operation; develops and implements program strategies and guidelines; monitors program performance and compliance; compiles and analyzes data and program metrics and makes recommendations to improve programs and service delivery.
Coordinates and integrates department/program services and activities with other County departments, divisions, contractors, stakeholders, and outside agencies.
Attends and participates in a variety of meetings with public and private agencies, community partners, and County staff/committees; provides information related to assigned programs and services.
Plans, implements, coordinates and evaluates specialized projects.
Researches, analyzes, reports on, interprets, and explains federal, state, and local legislation and contracting statutes, rules, and regulations.
Observes and complies with County and mandated safety rules, regulations, and protocols.
May supervise.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Please note: Work experience for the last 15 years must be included in the work history portion of your application. It is also important that your application show all the relevant education and experience that you possess, even if it extends beyond the required past 15 years.A resume may be attached, but it is not a substitute for completing the application and supplemental questions.Failure to submit a completed application may eliminate you from the recruitment.
Whencompleting the work history portion of your application please include each level position title and level as a separate entry when applicable (e.g., If you were a Level I and promoted to Level II, each level should be entered separately to reflect the time held at each level). Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be:EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCEEducation:
Equivalent to a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in business or public administration, finance, accounting, human resources management, social science, health science, psychology, or a closely related field. (Substitution: Additional qualifying experience may substitute for the required education on a year-for-year basis up to a maximum of two (2) years.)
Experience:
Two (2) years of increasingly responsible technical or professional level experience providing support for program development, planning, and implementation and/or contracts administration.
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONSLicenses:
Possession of a valid California driver’s license issued by the Department of Motor Vehicles at the time of appointment.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTSQualify for security clearance through a background investigation and fingerprint check.Ability to work irregular or extended hours as necessary. Ability to travel within and outside the County. For a complete description of duties and qualifications, please review the detailed job specifications below: Program SpecialistAll completedapplications and supplemental questionnaires will be reviewed. Depending upon the number of applicants who meet the minimum qualifications, the examination process may include a screening committee (pass/fail) and/or written examination (pass/fail) and/or an oral examination (100%) which may include a written practical component to determine placement on the eligible list.Note: Those applicants who are among the top 40 written test scores will be invited to participate in the oral examination process. VETERAN'S PREFERENCE AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST Veteran's Preference Application You must submit a certified DD-214 and a new request form for each application submission prior to the closing date. TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT PROCESSFinal Date to Apply:April 20, 2026 at 5:00 p.m.HR Oral Examination:Week of May 18, 2026
