PUBLIC HEALTH REGISTRAR

Job Description:

PUBLIC HEALTH REGISTRAR

Description

DESCRIPTION

Applications are available online beginning Friday, February 7, 2025, through 4:30 pm, Friday, March 7, 2025.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

Under general supervision, registers vital records, issues burial permits, and prepares vital statistical data and reports; Registers and processes birth and death certificates in compliance with State and local laws and regulations; Contacts physicians, hospitals and morticians to resolve discrepancies or to secure additional information; Issues or denies permits for interment, disinterment, and removal in compliance with legal requirements; Collects and accounts for fees received for searching records, issuing burial permits and for certified copies of vital records; Advises and assists health professional, agencies and the public in matters relating to vital records; Ensures a prompt exchange of information and assistance with the County Recorder; Maintains a Health and Safety Code Manual with Statuary Provisions as provided by the States Registrar's Office; Orders vital records and office supplies; Trains and assigns subordinates; May conduct training programs for local hospitals, physicians and morticians in regard to State and local laws, regulations, policies and procedures, on the processing and registration of vital records; May assist in computer data entry and collection of birth and death certificate applications; Performs other related duties as required.

REQUIREMENTS TO FILE

Candidates must meet the following requirements:

Two years of experience in the use of medical records or reports.

Opportunities for Substitution of Education or Experience

Completion of two courses in human anatomy, physiology, biology, or medical terminology can be substituted for one year of the required experience (Proof required).

*Proof of required documents, such as degree or transcripts, must be uploaded to the online application at the time of filing. Any proofs submitted must contain either the applicant's name or other identifying characteristic on the form. Degrees must indicate the field of study and transcripts must indicate field of study and degree conferred date. Candidates who possess degrees from colleges or universities from outside the United States must attach proof of educational equivalence at the time of filing.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities :

Candidates must possess all of the following:

• Knowledge of public health practices and principles.
• Knowledge of public health laws and regulations.
• Ability to explain complex data to non-technical and/or diverse audiences.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to adapt to new technologies and methodologies as they emerge.

Willingness to work irregular hours, weekends, and holidays as needed.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS

Bilingual English/Spanish language.

SELECTION PROCEDURE

EXAMINATION WEIGHTS:

Application and Supplemental Application......................................................Qualifying

Screening of applicants will be conducted on the basis of application and required supplemental application submitted. This selection procedure will be conducted using a non-competitive process, which means applications are evaluated solely on training, experience, education, or certification. All applicants meeting the minimum qualifications will be placed on an eligible list. Applicants receiving Veteran’s Credit will be placed on the eligible list first and then in the order in which applications were filed. The resulting eligible list will remain in effect for at least one year. Applicants may apply only once during a four-month period. Qualified candidates meeting the minimum qualifications with applications received by Friday, March 7, 2025, will be placed on Test #01 established eligible list for this recruitment. Based on the number of applications accepted, the selection procedure may be changed. In the event a revision is necessary, the affected persons will be notified.

If you have not received notification of the status of your application within two weeks of filing your application, please contact the Civil Service Department at (562) 570-6202.

EQUITY AND INCLUSION

The City of Long Beach is committed to creating a workplace where every employee is valued for who they are. Having our workforce reflect the diversity of our community at various levels of the organization is a continuous goal embraced by our departments, management staff, and policymakers. To support efforts of fairness and diversity, City Leadership is committed to incorporating equity and inclusion into our work by supporting staff and community partners. We are committed to promoting transparency by publishing updated demographic information for employees, including workforce diversity data and pay by race and gender.

The City of Long Beach will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act. You are not required to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until you receive a conditional job offer. If the City of Long Beach has concerns about a conviction that is directly related to the job after making a conditional job offer and conducting a background check, you will have the opportunity to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide evidence to mitigate concerns, or challenge the accuracy of the background report. Find out more about the Fair Chance Act by visiting https://calcivilrights.ca.gov/fair-chance-act

In support of the City's Language Access Policy, bilingual skills (Spanish, Khmer, and/or Tagalog) are desirable for positions interacting with the public.

This information is available in an alternative format by request at (562) 570-6202. If special accommodation is desired, please contact the Civil Service Department two (2) business days prior to the test at (562) 570-6202. For the hearing impaired, call (562) 570-6638.

An Equal Opportunity Employer.

J.O.B. G40NN-25 PHR:BT CSC 2/5/2025

Employee Benefits

The City of Long Beach offers its employees opportunities to grow personally and professionally.As a permanent employee, you are eligible to receive fringe benefits that include:

• Medical and Dental Insurance

• Life Insurance

• Retirement Plan (P.E.R.S.)

• Paid Vacation, Personal Holidays and Sick Leave

• Deferred Compensation

• Credit Union Membership

• Free Bus Transportation (Long Beach Transit)

• Flexible Spending Accounts

• Free Employee Parking
• Paid Parental Leave*
*Paid Parental Leave - after six (6) months of City employment; up to 30 calendar days (160 hours/192 hours for sworn platoon) of PPL, taken in full-day increments, in connection with the birth, adoption, or foster placement of a child, up to the age of seventeen (17).

Closing Date/Time: 3/7/2025 4:30 PM Pacific

Salary:

$21.19 - $28.98 Hourly