Salary : $97,760.00 - $131,019.20 Annually
Location : San Luis Obispo, CA
Job Type: Permanent - Hourly
Job Number: 0826PM-009431-01
Department: Health Agency
Division: Health Agency - Public Health
Opening Date: 08/12/2026
Closing Date: 9/9/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

The County of San Luis Obispo Public Health Department is currently recruiting for a full-time Public Health Nurse II in the Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention Program!

The Public Health Nurse (PHN) assigned to the Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention Program (CLPPP) provides comprehensive case management services to children with elevated blood lead levels identified through blood lead screening. The PHN plays a critical role in protecting children from the harmful effects of lead exposure by providing education, coordinating care, conducting home visits, and connecting families with appropriate resources.
Working collaboratively with an Environmental Health Specialist, the PHN assists in identifying potential sources of lead exposure and developing strategies to reduce environmental health risks. Responsibilities include conducting home visits as indicated, providing client and family education, coordinating referrals, documenting case management activities, and monitoring client progress.

The PHN also serves as a community resource by planning and participating in outreach activities, including educational presentations, health fairs, and community events that promote lead poisoning prevention and increase public awareness.
This position works closely with Public Health programs and a variety of community partners, including WIC, First 5, Community Action Partnership of San Luis Obispo (CAPSLO), Tri-Counties Regional Center (TCRC), pediatric healthcare providers, Field Nursing, Help Me Grow, Code Enforcement agencies, and Environmental Health to identify at-risk populations, strengthen community partnerships, and reduce childhood lead exposure throughout San Luis Obispo County.
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This recruitment may be used to fill future permanent, substitute, limited term, and temporary positions, both full-time and part-time throughout the County.
The Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate is a motivated and compassionate Public Health Nurse who is committed to improving the health and well-being of children and families. They will possess:

• Experience in public health nursing or community-based nursing practice.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• The ability to work independently, exercise sound clinical judgment, and effectively manage multiple priorities.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Flexibility to accommodate community outreach activities, including occasional evenings and weekends.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Experience developing and delivering educational presentations to diverse audiences.
• Experience building collaborative relationships with community partners and multidisciplinary teams.
• Bilingual language skills are desirable, but not required

Minimum Qualifications
Education and Experience
A combination of education, training, and experience resulting in the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. An example of qualifying education and experience includes:

Public Health Nurse II: Either A: Two years of experience as a Public Health Nurse I; OR B: Two years of public health related experience in a public or private health care setting.
Licenses and Certificates
Possession of a valid California license to practice as a Registered Nurse AND a California Public Health Nurse Certificate.

Possession of a valid California license to practice as a Registered Nurse is required at time of application and must be maintained throughout employment. A license in probationary status is a disqualification. Possession of a valid California Public Health Nurse Certificate is required. Possession of a valid driver's license may be required at the time of application. Possession of a valid CALIFORNIA driver's license may be required at the time of appointment and, if required, must be maintained throughout employment.

How to Apply
Applications, including answers to supplemental questions, must be submitted online by the final filing date. Apply for this position at governmentjobs.com/careers/slocountyca. Most County recruitments require you to respond to supplemental questions as part of the application process. We recommend that you review these questions prior to beginning your application. Be advised that while use of AI is common practice, we want to see your individual style and critical thinking skills in your answers to the supplemental questions.

Your attached resume will not substitute for the completion of the application. Please complete all required fields and supplemental questions.

An initial application review will be conducted. Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications and are best qualified will be invited to participate in selection activities which may include online assessments, performance exams, written exams, and interviews.
Final candidates will be required to have an in-depth background review performed before proceeding in the process. Please note that references will not be contacted until the end of the process.
If you have questions or would like to discuss the opportunity further, please contact Human Resources at [email protected]. Confidential inquiries are welcome.

Compensation and Benefits
Your annual salary is supplemented by a generous benefit package.

In general, temporary employees are not eligible for County-sponsored benefits and may have limited benefit options available to them. For more information on benefit eligibility, please e-mail .

For additional information regarding the benefits listed that may be available to you, visit the associated .

Some benefits include:

- Medical (PPO, EPO, HDHP), Dental (HMO, PPO) and Vision Insurance
- Health enhancing programs such as Hinge Health, GIThrive and Carrum Health for medical enrollees.
- Cafeteria (County contribution to pay for insurance premiums)
- Free visits to the employee health clinic
- Mental Health resources/benefits including Headspace
- Voluntary insurance plans (life insurance, disability, critical illness and many more)
- A lifelong retirement benefit through the San Luis Obispo County Pension Trust
- Optional deferred compensation plan
- Tax savings accounts (medical and dependent care)
- Paid personal, sick and vacation days
- 12 paid holidays
- Employee Assistance Program
- Education and Wellness Allowance
- Post Employment Health Plan
- Family Friendly workplace policies
- Flexible work schedule options
-Rideshare commuter benefits
- Pet Insurance
The County of San Luis Obispo has been recognized as a Diamond Level Family Friendly Workplace by San Luis Obispo Chamber of Commerce. We support our employees through: childcare assistance, flexible scheduling practices, paid and unpaid leave, comprehensive health benefits, flexible spending accounts, and employee assistance programs.

Pension Benefit and Employee Contribution Rates:
The County's pension is a defined benefit plan that provides a guaranteed monthly pension payment for life based on your time in service, wages, and other factors. The County is the primary contributor to the pension fund, but the health of the pension fund also depends on mandatory employee contributions. Employees are required to pay a percentage of their base pay towards the pension fund, ranging from 5% to 19%. This amount is deducted from your paycheck pre-tax every pay period. To find out how much will be deducted from your paycheck should you be hired for this position, please contact Pension Trust at (805) 781-5465.

Healthcare Benefits and Cafeteria Contributions:
The County offers comprehensive medical coverage to you and your family, along with two dental plan options and vision coverage. All permanent employees receive a monthly employer contribution (or 'cafeteria' contribution) to help them pay for their portion of the medical, dental, and vision insurance premiums. The amount of the cafeteria contribution varies by Bargaining Unit (BU) and the extent to which employees enroll their dependents. If the cafeteria amount is greater than your selected premiums, the remainder of the cafeteria is paid out to you in your paycheck as taxable income. If the cafeteria amount is less than your monthly premiums, you pay the remainder of the premiums with pre-tax wages.

To estimate your out-of-pocket costs (or cashback from extra cafeteria),

Learning and Development
The County prioritizes your learning, personal and professional development, and career growth. Employees have access to over 1500 on-demand courses, instructor led courses, and job-specific trainings.

Employees can take courses to upskill to make themselves more competitive for promotional opportunities and further their career growth. Examples of courses include:

- Emotional Intelligence
- Supervisor/Manager academies
- Microsoft Suite courses
- Defensive Driving
- Financial management
- Retirement preparedness
- Teambuilding
- Written Communication
- Conflict Management
- Clifton StrengthsFinder and DISC
- Job specific conferences/trainings

Student Loan Forgiveness
Did you know that if you are employed by a government agency you may be eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program
County employees also have access to GotZoom, a program that offers tools and support to navigate your federal student loans.

Homebuyer assistance program
Employees have access to the "Assist-to-Own" program sponsored by to get a loan for the down payment.
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Do you possess a valid California license to practice as a Registered Nurse? If yes, please include your license number on your application.

• Yes
• No

02

Do you possess a valid California Public Health Nurse Certificate? If yes, please include your certification number on your application.

• Yes
• No

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Do you have at least two years of experience as a Public Health Nurse I or two years of public health related experience in a public or private health care setting?

• Yes
• No

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Are you bilingual in Spanish? (Note: This is not a requirement for the position.)

• Yes
• No

Required Question