The California Department of Public Health (CDPH) and Heluna Health seek a highly skilled Senior Planning and Preparedness Technical Writer to join our dynamic team. Under the direction of the PREB Chief, the Senior Planning and Preparedness Technical Writer is responsible for the development and maintenance of a variety of written materials, including CDPH emergency and continuity plans, response procedures, guidance documents, training materials, policies, reports, action plans, manuals, and supporting materials on complex public health topics. The position will also develop compelling materials that effectively convey complex information to diverse audiences, including policymakers, healthcare professionals, and the general public. The position will generate high-quality content, working both independently and collaboratively as part of a cross-functional team.
Must submit a resume with the application. Salary range for this position is $145,000 - $165,000 annually depending upon experience and qualifications. May be required to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS- Conduct literature reviews.
- Review and synthesize research/data and compile information into briefings, reports, guidance, policy, emergency and continuity plans, and other written documents, presentations, and slide decks.
- Collaborate with subject matter experts in the development of guidance, policy, and emergency and continuity planning documents.
- Determine the clearest and most logical way to present information so that it is easily understood by a broad audience.
- Regular communication and collaboration with internal and external subject matter experts .
- Review and/or copyedit content developed by other members of the team.
- Create and deliver trainings and mentor other emergency response planning team members.
JOB QUALIFICATIONS- Minimum of 5 years work experience in public health, healthcare.
- Extensive experience writing complex technical documents such as guidance and policy documents, reports, action plans, descriptive manuals and guides.
- Advanced knowledge of issues in public health, including science-based, technical, or emerging issues.
- Advanced research and fact verification skills using available resources, publications and subject matter experts as needed.
- Extensive experience developing presentations/slide decks.
- Experience working with PowerPoint, Word, Excel, SmartSheet, or other visual platforms
- Advanced written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to tailor documents and messages for a variety of stakeholders.
- Advanced interpersonal communication skills, including active listening and effective collaboration skills.
- Advanced judgement, analytical and decision-making skills and advanced diplomacy for navigating sensitive issues.
- Discretion in handling confidential documents or issues.
Education/Experience Required- Master's degree or higher in public health, public policy or related area and/or equivalent experience
- Experience translating complex, technical language for different audiences, including healthcare professionals, policymakers, and the general public. Skilled at adapting tone and content to ensure clarity and engagement across stakeholder groups.
- Skilled at gathering and integrating feedback from multiple stakeholders to refine documents.
- Ability to work with CDPH stakeholders to interpret public health data, and integrate findings into documents, using visuals like charts and graphs to enhance understanding.
- Experience coordinating with multidisciplinary teams, gathering input from subject matter experts, and managing revisions to ensure documents meet the needs of all stakeholders and align with project goals.
Preferred- Deep understanding of public health principles, emergency management, and public health program management.
- Working knowledge of State and/or Federal-level public health response policies relating to emergency response and recovery.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS- Stand - Occasionally
- Walk - Occasionally
- Sit - Frequently
- Handling / Fingering - Occasionally
- Reach Outward - Occasionally
- Reach Above Shoulder - Occasionally
- Climb, Crawl, Kneel, Bend - Occasionally
- Lift / Carry - Not Applicable
- Push/Pull - Not Applicable
- See - Constantly
- Taste/ Smell - Not Applicable
Key: - Not Applicable Not required for essential functions
- Occasionally (0 - 2 hrs/day)
- Frequently (2 - 5 hrs/day)
- Constantly (5+ hrs/day)
WORK ENVIRONMENTThis position is hybrid and must be available during normal Pacific Standard Time Zone working hours.
Must have functioning Wi-Fi and internet access in remote location.
