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 role of the Analyst II  is to work independently to perform the more responsible,  varied, complex, and technical analytical assignments required to meet the operational needs of the  Project Coordination Unit. The Analyst II works independently, and in a team, of Analyst II's and/or  Analyst I's to execute administrative and technical activities and duties associated with the CalAIM 1115  demonstration, the 1915(b) waiver and other state plan amendments. The Analyst II may act as lead over Unit staff. This position requires the ability to analyze data and clearly and effectively present ideas,  both orally and in writing, develop briefing documents, issue papers, ad-hoc reports to Managed Care  Plans (MCPs) and stakeholders, and other necessary written products.

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

For Job Controls affected by the DHCS Generalist Classification Consolidation on January 1st, 2026. This classification was previously known as the Associate Governmental Program Analyst classification and is now referred to as  the Analyts II classification, effective January 1, 2026.

*See the impacted classifications here

You will find additional information about the job in the .

Working Conditions

This position may be eligible for telework up to three days per week and is required to report in-person and site-based 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.

The DHCS office location for this position is  located at 11050 Olson Drive, Rancho Cordova, CA. 

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. 

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:

• Excellent analytical and organizational skills.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills, including presentation and meeting facilitation.
• Demonstrate ability to communicate effectively and work cooperatively with diverse stakeholders including  leadership, program staff and other groups.
• Ability to analyze complex programmatic and technical issues and develop effective courses of action for  resolution.
• Ability to manage, prioritize and meet multiple deadlines in a fast-paced work environment.

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 California State Civil Service Employee Benefits Summary

Statement of Qualifications

Applicants must include a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) for this recruitment. The SOQ is a narrative discussion prepared by the applicant describing how the applicant’s skills, knowledge, abilities, education, training, and experience, qualify them for the position. The SOQ serves as documentation of each candidate’s ability to present information clearly and concisely in writing. DHCS will not consider applicants who fail to provide an SOQ with their application. Resumes do not take place of the SOQ. 

Please be sure to add your name and job control number to the SOQ. Do not exceed one page.

After reviewing the Duty Statement for the Analyst II position, please describe the education, work experience, and skills that would make you successful in this position

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 required and must be included.
• Statement of Qualifications - See Statement of Qualifications Section.

Job Tags

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

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