Public Health Jobs in California

Public Health jobs in California are among the most active in the country, concentrated in county health departments, academic medical centers, state agencies, and large integrated health systems. The heaviest hiring is in Los Angeles, San Francisco, and San Diego, where employers like the California Department of Public Health, Kaiser Permanente, and UCSF Health maintain a sustained presence. Epidemiology, environmental health, and community health education are the most in-demand specializations across the state, with openings at every level from program assistant to director. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.

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Overview

Open roles46
Top citySan Francisco, CA
Cities hiring24
Work type62% On-site
Top industryGovernment
Companies hiring33

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CHOC Children's
Intern, Public Health Information Technology and Computer Science
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CHOC Children's
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Intern, Public Health Information Technology and Computer Science
CHOC Children's
Orange, California
Health Informatics
Healthcare Administration
Medical Coding & Billing
$23 - $28.42/hr
BLS Certification
5,001-10,000

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University of California Berkeley
Research Data Analyst (8273C), School of Public Health - #88447
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University of California Berkeley
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Research Data Analyst (8273C), School of Public Health - #88447
University of California Berkeley
Berkeley, California
Corporate Training
Human Resources
Learning & Development
$37.57 - $66.83/hr
Bachelor's degree
10,000+

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Highwire
Vice President, Public Relations (Business of Health)
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Highwire
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Vice President, Public Relations (Business of Health)
Highwire
San Francisco, California
Business Strategy
Compliance & Risk
Consulting & Professional Services
$130k - $195k/yr
Hybrid
Managed care

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Highwire
Account Director, Public Relations (Business of Health)
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Highwire
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Account Director, Public Relations (Business of Health)
Highwire
San Francisco, California
Business Strategy
Program Management
Project Management
$110k - $150k/yr
Hybrid
Managed care

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West Valley-Mission Community College District
Dean, Public Safety, Health & Wellness
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Dean, Public Safety, Health & Wellness
West Valley-Mission Community College District
Saratoga, California
Compliance & Risk
Health & Safety
Health & Safety (EHS & OHS)
Project Management
1,001-5,000

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Public Health Jobs by City in California

Where California roles are concentrated, by current openings.

San Francisco
8 jobs
Truckee
3 jobs
Berkeley
3 jobs
Los Angeles
3 jobs
Eureka
2 jobs
Oroville
2 jobs
San Diego
2 jobs
London
1 job
Orange
1 job

Public Health Job Market in California

A snapshot from current California openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

San Francisco Department of Public Health
San Francisco Department of Public Health5 open roles
County Of Nevada
County Of Nevada3 open roles
Highwire
Highwire2 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Government & Public Sector
  • Education

What California Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in public health jobs across California.

  • Bachelor's or master's degree in public health, epidemiology, or a closely related field
  • Certified in Public Health (CPH) credential or eligibility to sit for the exam preferred
  • Experience with data analysis tools such as SAS, R, or SPSS for population-level reporting
  • Knowledge of California health equity frameworks, Medi-Cal programs, and CDPH regulations
  • Demonstrated ability to design, implement, and evaluate community health interventions
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills for presenting findings to diverse stakeholders

Public Health Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a public health in California?

Most public health roles in California require at minimum a bachelor's degree in public health or a related science, though county and state agency positions frequently prefer or require a Master of Public Health. The Certified in Public Health credential, administered by the National Board of Public Health Examiners, is widely recognized by California employers and can strengthen any application. Environmental health specialists working in California must obtain registration through the California Environmental Health Specialist Registration program, governed by the California Department of Public Health.

Which companies hire public healths in California?

Employers hiring public healths in California right now include San Francisco Department of Public Health, County Of Nevada, and Highwire, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. California's size and its robust county public health infrastructure mean that local government agencies, large integrated health systems, and research universities all post regularly throughout the year.

Which California cities have the most public health jobs?

The California cities with the most public health openings are San Francisco, Truckee, and Berkeley. Los Angeles anchors the market through its network of county departments, federally qualified health centers, and large hospital systems, while San Francisco and San Diego draw significant demand from academic medical institutions, biotech-adjacent public health research, and state agency regional offices.

Are there remote public health jobs in California?

Yes, and more than most health roles, because a meaningful share of public health work involves data analysis, policy development, grant writing, and program evaluation that can be done off-site. About 38% of public health openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting how much of the field has shifted toward desk-based analytical work. Community outreach, field investigation, and environmental inspection roles remain predominantly on-site.

How can I get hired as a public health in California with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is through a county public health department internship or a graduate practicum placed with a California agency, which many MPH programs at UC Berkeley, UCLA, and San Diego State formally arrange. Large systems like Kaiser Permanente and LA County Department of Public Health run community health worker and program coordinator pipelines that welcome candidates transitioning from social work, health education, or clinical support roles. Sitting for the Certified in Public Health exam early and building a data or GIS portfolio visibly closes the experience gap for analytical openings.

Where can I find and apply to public health jobs in California?

You can find and apply to public health jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across the state. Search the listings, identify the roles that fit your background and location, and apply directly to the ones that match.

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