Temporary Maternal Public Health Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Salary : $123,676.80 - $165,713.60 Annually
Location : All Locations - San Luis Obispo County, CA
Job Type: Permanent - Hourly
Job Number: 0426KS-000414-01
Department: Health Agency
Division: Health Agency - Public Health
Opening Date: 04/20/2026
About the Position
The County of San Luis Obispo is hiring two Supervising Public Health Nurses (SPHN) to lead high-impact programs within the Maternal, Child Health (MCH) Division-improving outcomes for children and families while strengthening systems of care.
These roles offer the opportunity to lead in one of two areas:
• Maternal, Child, and Adolescent Health (MCAH) Coordination
• Evidence-Based Home Visiting Programs
In these positions, you will guide multidisciplinary teams and programs that support children and families, either by advancing population health strategies or by leading intensive, relationship-based home visiting services.
If you're an experienced public health nurse who enjoys leading teams, shaping programs, and solving complex challenges, this is an opportunity to do meaningful work in a collaborative, mission-driven environment.
About the Division
The Maternal Child Health (MCH) Division includes programs that support the health of pregnant individuals, children, youth, and families across San Luis Obispo County. Programs include Public Health Nursing, California Children's Services, Health Care Program for Children in Foster Care, and Lead Poisoning Prevention, among others.
Together, these programs focus on prevention, care coordination, and improving access to services for populations with complex health and social needs.
Position Responsibilities
All Supervising Public Health Nurses in the MCH Division provide program leadership, supervision, and oversight. Responsibilities include:
• Planning, implementing, and evaluating programs
• Supervising and supporting Public Health Nurses and support staff
• Managing program operations, including caseloads, referrals, and documentation standards
• Using data to guide decision-making and continuous quality improvement
• Monitoring budgets and resource allocation
• Partnering across programs and with community providers to improve coordination and access to services
• Ensuring services are trauma-informed and aligned with best practices
Program Focus Areas
Maternal, Child, and Adolescent Health (MCAH) Coordination
In this role, you will:
• Translate population health priorities into program strategies
• Coordinate across programs and partners to strengthen systems of care
• Guide efforts such as SIDS/SUID prevention and Child Death Review
Home Visiting Programs - Nurse-Family Partnership & CalWORKs Home VisitingThese programs provide intensive, evidence-based home visiting services to support maternal and child health and family stability.
In this role, you will:
• Oversee evidence-based home visiting programs and ensure model fidelity
• Support staff delivering services in home and community settings
• Monitor program performance and outcomes to improve service delivery
This position is a Limited Term, full-time position. Employees in limited term positions receive benefits equivalent to permanent full-time employees, therefore they will be eligible to earn vacation, sick leave, health, and pension benefits. The sunset date for this position is June 30, 2028.
Why Join Us?
This is an opportunity to lead meaningful public health work that directly impacts children and families.
You'll work in a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment where your clinical expertise and leadership inform real decisions- strengthening partnerships, improving systems of care, and addressing complex community needs in practical ways.
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This recruitment may be used to fill future permanent, substitute, limited term, and temporary positions, both full-time and part-time.
The Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate is an experienced public health nurse and supervisor with a strong foundation in community-based care. They bring sound clinical judgment and the ability to apply nursing expertise to guide staff, support complex cases, and inform program decisions.
They are a collaborative leader who works effectively across teams and systems, whether advancing population health strategies or supporting intensive home visiting services. They are motivated by purpose and bring practical, thoughtful approaches to improving care and strengthening programs.
Education and Experience
A combination of education, training, and experience resulting in the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. An example of qualifying education and experience includes:
Either A:Four years of experience as a Public Health Nurse
Or B: Four years of increasingly responsible public health related experience, in a public or private healthcare setting.Licenses and Certificates
Possession of a valid California License to practice as a Registered Nurse is required at the time of application and must be maintained throughout employment. A license in a probationary status is a disqualification. Possession of a valid California Public Health Nurse Certificate is required.
Certain positions within this classification may require driving. When driving is an essential function of the position, a valid CALIFORNIA driver's license will be required at the time of appointment.
How to Apply
This is a continuous recruitment; however, the posting can close at any time without notice, therefore, prompt application is encouraged.
Applications, including answers to supplemental questions, must be submitted online by the final filing date. Apply for this position at governmentjobs.com/careers/slocountyca. Most County recruitments require you to respond to supplemental questions as part of the application process. We recommend that you review these questions prior to beginning your application.
An initial application review will be conducted. Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications and are best qualified will be invited to participate in selection activities which may include online assessments, performance exams, written exams, and interviews.
Final candidates will be required to have an in-depth background review performed before proceeding in the process. Please note that references will not be contacted until the end of the process.
If you have questions or would like to discuss the opportunity further, please contact Human Resources at Confidential inquiries are welcome.
For further information regarding the County of San Luis Obispo, visit our website at
Reasonable Accommodation Notice
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Veteran's Preference Points
If you are applying for employment with the County of San Luis Obispo and you served in the United States Armed Forces, you may be eligible for veteran's preference points as part of the recruitment process. Some dependents and survivors of eligible veterans may also be eligible for preference points. for more information and to learn how to apply for this benefit. Please note that Veteran's credits must be on file with the County of San Luis Obispo Veterans Services Office prior to the recruitment closing date indicated on the job announcement.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The County is an equal opportunity employer. Objectives are directed toward assuring equal opportunity in selection / promotion, pay, and job assignments. Recruitment and selection procedures have been established to ensure non-discrimination on the basis of political or religious opinions or affiliations, age, sex, race, color, national origin, marital status, disability, sexual orientation or other non-merit factors. In addition, the County complies with the provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act in hiring and retaining employees. For more information contact the Human Resources Department at (805)781-5959.
Make a Difference
Employees of the County of San Luis Obispo are public servants who impact the lives of our community every day. From supporting efforts to reduce homelessness, keeping our drinking water clean, or serving the families in need in the community, County employees make a difference.
Compensation and Benefits
Your annual salary is supplemented by a generous benefit package.
In general, temporary employees are not eligible for County-sponsored benefits and may have limited benefit options available to them. For more information on benefit eligibility, please e-mail .
For additional information regarding the benefits listed that may be available to you, visit the associated Benefits-At-A-Glance webpage (click here for link).
Some benefits include:
- Medical (PPO, EPO, HDHP), Dental (HMO, PPO) and Vision Insurance
- Health enhancing programs such as Hinge Health, GIThrive and Carrum Health for medical enrollees.
- Cafeteria (County contribution to pay for insurance premiums)
- Free visits to the employee health clinic
- Mental Health resources/benefits including Headspace
- Voluntary insurance plans (life insurance, disability, critical illness and many more)
- A lifelong retirement benefit through the San Luis Obispo County Pension Trust
- Optional deferred compensation plan
- Tax savings accounts (medical and dependent care)
- Paid personal, sick and vacation days
- 12 paid holidays
- Employee Assistance Program
- Education and Wellness Allowance
- Post Employment Health Plan
- Family Friendly workplace policies
- Flexible work schedule options
- Rideshare commuter benefits
- Pet Insurance
The County of San Luis Obispo has been recognized as a Diamond Level Family Friendly Workplace by San Luis Obispo Chamber of Commerce. We support our employees through: childcare assistance, flexible scheduling practices, paid and unpaid leave, comprehensive health benefits, flexible spending accounts, and employee assistance programs.
Pension Benefit and Employee Contribution Rates:
The County's pension is a defined benefit plan that provides a guaranteed monthly pension payment for life based on your time in service, wages, and other factors. The County is the primary contributor to the pension fund, but the health of the pension fund also depends on mandatory employee contributions. Employees are required to pay a percentage of their base pay towards the pension fund, ranging from 5% to 19%. This amount is deducted from your paycheck pre-tax every pay period. To find out how much will be deducted from your paycheck should you be hired for this position, please contact Pension Trust at (805) 781-5465.
Healthcare Benefits and Cafeteria Contributions:
The County offers comprehensive medical coverage to you and your family, along with two dental plan options and vision coverage. All permanent employees receive a monthly employer contribution (or 'cafeteria' contribution) to help them pay for their portion of the medical, dental, and vision insurance premiums. The amount of the cafeteria contribution varies by Bargaining Unit (BU) and the extent to which employees enroll their dependents. If the cafeteria amount is greater than your selected premiums, the remainder of the cafeteria is paid out to you in your paycheck as taxable income. If the cafeteria amount is less than your monthly premiums, you pay the remainder of the premiums with pre-tax wages.
To estimate your out-of-pocket costs (or cashback from extra cafeteria),
Learning and Development
The County prioritizes your learning, personal and professional development, and career growth. Employees have access to over 1500 on-demand courses, instructor led courses, and job-specific trainings.
Employees can take courses to upskill to make themselves more competitive for promotional opportunities and further their career growth. Examples of courses include:
- Emotional Intelligence
- Supervisor/Manager academies
- Microsoft Suite courses
- Defensive Driving
- Financial management
- Retirement preparedness
- Teambuilding
- Written Communication
- Conflict Management
- Clifton StrengthsFinder and DISC
- Job specific conferences/trainings
Student Loan Forgiveness
Did you know that if you are employed by a government agency you may be eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program
County employees also have access to GotZoom, a program that offers tools and support to navigate your federal student loans.
Homebuyer assistance program
Employees have access to the "Assist-to-Own" program sponsored byto get a loan for the down payment.
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Do you possess a valid California License to practice as a Registered Nurse?

• Yes
• No

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Do you possess a valid California Public Health Nurse Certificate?

• Yes
• No

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Do you have at least four years of experience as a Public Health Nurse or four years of increasingly responsible public health related experience in a public or private healthcare setting?

• Yes
• No

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