Program Coordinator-Vector Control Program-VCP

Overview

County of San Diego Department of Environmental Health and Quality –
Program Coordinator, Vector Control Program

Future Salary Increases: June 2026 – 3% increase to base pay (3% Across-the-Board);
June 2027 – 3% increase to base pay (3% Across-the-Board).

The County of San Diego is currently accepting job applications for Program Coordinator - Vector Control Program Option, to fill an immediate vacancy in the Department of Environmental Health and Quality, Community Health Division - Vector Control Program.

The selected candidate will manage the County's Vector Control Program and related programs and projects where substantive administrative, policy, and/or technical issues require specialized analysis, recommendation, and implementation.

• A bachelor's degree from an accredited U.S. college or university, or certified foreign studies equivalency; AND
• Four (4) years of professional experience performing analysis, budget management, program administration, engineering, or closely related work in a program performing planning and analysis; OR
• A combination of education and/or experience as stated above.

to view the complete job description, including minimum qualifications, working conditions, and physical characteristics required to successfully perform the essential functions of this classification.

Note: In order to verify college education completed, copies of transcripts, diplomas, letters of verification or completion, or foreign studies equivalency certificate must be attached during Step 1 of the application submittal process.

The Department of Human Resources removes personally identifiable information from all recruitments. This practice, called Blind Applicant Screening, hides a candidate’s personal information that could influence or bias a hiring decision. Personal information includes name, phone number, address, gender, age and race. This process helps contribute to a fair and equitable selection process leading to a more diverse and inclusive workforce.

The most highly qualified candidates, based on the evaluation results, will be referred for an interview. Be sure to include your experience in meeting the minimum requirements in both the Work Experience section and the Supplemental Questionnaire section of the Application.

Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the application Work History and/or supplemental questionnaire.

As part of the County of San Diego’s pre-employment process, prospective candidates will undergo a background check (including fingerprinting) and a pre-employment medical screening prior to beginning County employment. Additional types of background investigations may be conducted based on the job-related activities of the position. Current County employees may be excluded from this process.

Qualified applicants will be placed on a six (6) month employment list based on scores received during the evaluation of information contained in their employment and supplemental applications.

Please ensure all information is complete and accurate, as the responses you provide on the supplemental application questionnaire will be reviewed using an automated evaluation system. If you are successful in the initial screening process, your application will be reviewed individually to confirm that the information you provided is accurate and qualifying.

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable a qualified individual with a disability to perform the essential functions of a job, on a case-by-case basis.

As an employer of over 19,000 employees, the County of San Diego is committed to veteran hiring, retention, and professional development.

We recognize the contributions and sacrifices made by our veterans and value the unique expertise they bring to our workforce. We strive to provide veterans with the resources and tools necessary to maximize their employment opportunities, and to assist veterans with their transition into civilian life by applying the valuable skills, knowledge and training acquired in service to positions and career paths at all levels within our organization.

Veterans resources:
Veteran’s Preference Policy and Military Skills Translator are available to help translate military experience into civilian qualifications.

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