Job Description

Job Description and Duties

Please note this is an 'Until Filled' position. The application cut-off date is 01/16/2026, 11:59 PM (PST). Interested individuals must submit their application packages by the cut-off date to be considered.

Under general direction of the Education Administrator I (EA I) of the Office of School-Based Health Programs (OSBHP), in the Student Success and Career Readiness Branch, the Nurse Consultant III (Specialist) is the technical specialist who provides complex and sensitive consultation and works collaboratively with staff in the OSBHP, other program units within the Branch, and the California Department of Education (CDE). The incumbent provides highly skilled nursing guidance and support to local educational agencies (LEAs) to promote statewide direction, guidance, and leadership in school nursing and school health services, supporting the physical, social, mental, and emotional health of K–12 students through program and resource development.

The Specialist provides leadership and high-level consultation for LEAs and school nurses in developing, planning, implementing, and assessing school health services in accordance with approved standards and practices; serves as liaison and resource expert in school nursing and health program areas for local, regional, state, and national school health care providers and policy-setting groups.

The incumbent provides technical assistance and coordinates school health program activities with public health, social services, and environmental education agencies, and other public and private entities; researches, develops, and disseminates policies and procedures to enhance coordinated school health as described in the Health Framework for California Public Schools.

They stay current on research, educational trends, and policies pertaining to school nursing; act as the Division and CDE School Nurse lead; guide LEAs on coordinating school health programs; maintain program web pages; and disseminate best practices, resources, and guidance through newsletters, listservs, and social media. The position also builds collaborative partnerships with internal and external partners, including the Department of Health Care Services, Department of Public Health, California School Nurses Organization, and model LEAs, to support statewide implementation of school health programs.

Note: The State of California implemented the Personal Leave Program (PLP) 2025 in July 2025.  T his position is subject to PLP 2025 and will have a monthly base pay reduction of 3% in exchange for 5 hours of leave credits through June 2027. The salary range shown on this job posting does not reflect the salary reduction.

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Working Conditions

TELEWORK OPTION

This position is headquartered in Sacramento and is eligible for a hybrid telework schedule for eligible applicants residing in California. A hybrid telework schedule includes working remotely and physically reporting two days in the office.

Desirable Qualifications

In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:

Ability to provide content expertise in the area of school nursing, while ensuring current research and best practices are modeled and implemented. The ability to prioritize tasks based on essential needs, and pivot when necessary to meet the needs of a dynamic area. The ability to multi-task and provide detail oriented on task completion, while being an effective communicator.  

Benefits

The State of California provides comprehensive benefits packages determined by the employee’s bargaining unit. Some of these benefits include:

· Medical benefits, including health, dental, and vision insurance

· Paid holidays: 11 paid State holidays, 1 personal paid holiday, and 2 professional development days

·401(k) and 457(b) Plans (Savings Plus)

· Employee Assistance Program

· Commute Program

More benefit information can be found on CalHR’s website:  Benefits Summary

Important Application Instructions

• How to Apply for state jobs:
• Electronic applications submitted through your CalCareer account are highly recommended.
• DO NOT include any confidential information on any documents you submit for this job vacancy. Confidential information that should be excluded or removed from these documents includes, but is not limited to, your Social Security Number (SSN), birthdate, age, student identification number, driver license (unless required), examination results, LEAP status, and marital status.
• Incomplete or late application packages will NOT be considered.
• For experience to be considered, your STD 678 (state application) must be complete and include dates, accurate hours per week, total time worked, duties and responsibilities, and contact names and phone numbers of supervisors. Applications that are submitted blank or with “see resume” in place of duties performed will be considered incomplete.
• For civil service classifications, do not use working titles.
• If you choose not to submit electronically and are mailing or dropping off your hard copy State Application (STD. 678), use the revised 06/2024 version.
• If you are using education to meet the minimum qualifications, you must submit a copy of your transcripts or diploma. Foreign transcripts must be accompanied by an academic credential evaluation. List of approved agencies:
• Please note that the CalCareer system  will not allow you to make changes to your application once it is submitted.
• Candidates who reside outside of the State of California may be admitted to the job interview but must provide proof of residence in California prior to being eligible for appointment.
• For general information about getting a job with the state, please view the job series videos here: .

Required Application Package Documents

The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job:

• Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.
• Resume is optional. It may be included, but is not required.
• Degree and/or School Transcripts
• Statement of Qualifications -

  Interested individuals MUST submit a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) with their application. Resumes, letters, and other materials do not take the place of the SOQ. The SOQ should have a title of “Statement of Qualifications, Your Name ,” be no more than 1 page, no smaller than 12-point font, and address the following:

  • Provide a brief background of your experience working as a school nurse, and what qualifications you bring to the position to support the health and wellness of the school com munity.
• Other - Cover Letter
• Other - School Nurse Services Credential

Job Tags

Permanent employment, Full time, Work at office, Local area, Remote work,

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