Job Description

Job Description and Duties

Why Join DHCS?

The Department of Health Care Services (DHCS) is the backbone of California’s health care safety net. Our success is made possible by the hard work of more than 4,800 DHCS team members and through collaboration with the federal government and other state agencies, counties, and partners for the care of low-income families, children, pregnant women, older adults, and persons with disabilities. This is an exciting opportunity to join our diverse team in the following role. If you are interested in joining our team, apply today!

About this Role: 

The Senior Health Care Financing & Policy Analyst serves as the senior public policy expert for one or more complex and sensitive Health Care Financing (HCF) program areas affecting the reimbursement of providers and health plans in the Medi-Cal program. The Senior Analyst independently identifies and analyzes fiscal and policy issues and develops recommendations for executive leadership to address these issues. The Senior Analyst independently researches and develops a deep understanding of the assigned policy area, including fiscal, programmatic, and legal-regulatory considerations. Strong writing, quantitative, organizational, skills are essential for this role.

This advertisement will remain posted until filled. Applications are reviewed the second and fourth Monday of every month. Selections may be made at any time.

Have questions and/or need assistance? Contact Recruit@dhcs.ca.gov , we are here to help walk you through the state hiring process!

Applicants interested in this opportunity are also encouraged to review and consider applying to the following related recruitments:  JC-513081and  JC-513704 . 

You will find additional information about the job in the .

Working Conditions

Please see the Telework and Salary Information section below for telework, reporting location, and temporary statewide salary reduction details.

Special Requirements

Simple Application Steps:

If you are interested in this position, complete the following simple steps:

1. Review the education and experience minimum qualifications (MQ’s) of the Analyst III Analyst III - CalHR See the Minimum Requirements section below.

2. Complete the statement of qualifications and the state application by clicking “Apply Now” above. See below for detailed application instructions.

3. Submit your application package with all required documents, which include the statement of qualifications - see the "Required Application Package Documents" section below.

4. Once you have applied, take the Analyst III Examination  .

Statement of Qualifications Requirement Section:

Applicants must include a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) for this recruitment. The SOQ is a narrative discussion, not a cover letter, prepared by the applicant describing how their skills, knowledge, abilities, education, training, and experience, qualify them for the position.

The SOQ serves as documentation of the applicant’s ability to present information clearly and provide DHCS additional information about their experience and qualifications concisely in writing. The DHCS may not consider applicants who fail to provide an SOQ with their application. Resumes do not take the place of the SOQ.

The SOQ must be typewritten on letter-sized paper (8.5" x 11") and submitted as a Microsoft Word or Adobe PDF file. Responses must use no smaller than a 12-point font, single-spaced and be no more than two (2) pages in length. Additional pages will not be reviewed.  Each page must be identified by full name in the top right corner. Responses must be complete, specific, clear, and concise.

Questions:

1. What skills, qualifications, and experience make you an ideal candidate for this role, and why does this role specifically interest you?
2. Describe a specific experience where you developed a quantitative policy analysis (such as a fiscal impact model, cost-benefit analysis, or economic forecast) and communicated the findings of this analysis (such as in a report or presentation). Describe the techniques and methodologies you used.

Candidates who do not complete and submit a SOQ may not be considered for this position.

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:

• Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing to direct and monitor the work of others and in dealing with the public, produce timely and quality work products, and prepare clear, concise, and logical correspondence, which may include applying new and creative ways of presenting information or results. 
• Ability to establish and maintain collaborative, productive, and professional working relationships with departmental leadership, various government entities and stakeholders. 
• Highly self-motivated, independent, and customer service focused. 
• Effective communication, business acumen, decision-making, and problem-solving skills. 
• Experience managing projects. 
• Ability to recommend workable solutions in a tactful, constructive manner and ensure efficient use of staff time and resources to meet complex objectives and changing priorities. 
• Maintain consistent and regular attendance; develop and maintain knowledge and skills related to specific tasks, methodologies, materials, tools and equipment; complete assignments in a timely and efficient manner; and, adhere to departmental policies and procedures regarding attendance, leave, and conduct.

Benefits

DHCS is dedicated to creating an innovative workplace for its team members that is inclusive, diverse, and interactive! Here are a few of the ways we stay engaged with our team:

· Continuous and ongoing training

· Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion program activities

· Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Additionally, as a team member of the State of California, you may be eligible for many benefits, such as:

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

· Paid Holidays and vacation/leave

· Defined retirement program

· Savings Plus Program (401(k), 457)

· Medical/Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts

Full benefits information can be found on CalHR's 

provides more information about our commitment to serving Californians and organizational excellence.

We need your help! Please let us know how you heard about our position by taking this brief optional survey:  . This survey is not required to be considered for this position.

Telework Information and Salary Information:

This position is currently eligible for telework up to three days per week and is required to report in person a minimum of two days per week. The amount of telework is at the discretion of the Department and is subject to change consistent with DHCS’ Telework Program and Government Code sections 14200 – 14203. Telework is available to California residents, and proof of residency may be required.

Business travel may be required, and reimbursement considers an employee’s designated office and residence subject to regulations and bargaining unit contract provisions. All commute expenses to the reporting location will be the responsibility of the selected candidate.

The DHCS office location for this position is:1501 Capitol Avenue, Sacramento, CA 95814 

Personal Leave Program (PLP) 2025 agreement:

Salary: Effective July 1, 2025, the California Department of Human Resources (CalHR) implemented the temporary Personal Leave Program 2025 (PLP 2025). PLP 2025 directs that each employee receive a temporary reduction in pay in exchange for PLP 2025 leave credits. The temporary salary reduction percentage and the number of PLP 2025 leave credits are based on the position’s associated bargaining unit. The salary range(s) included in this job advertisement do not include the temporary salary reduction. Please reach out to the hiring unit contact listed on this job advertisement for details.

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.
• Statement of Qualifications -

  Refer to the Statement of Qualifications Requirement Section for instructions.

Job Tags

Permanent employment, Full time, Contract work, Work at office, Remote work, 2 days per week, 3 days per week

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