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 Population Health Management Division (PHMD) plays a pivotal role in designing and driving implementation of DHCS' flagship California Advancing and Innovating Medi-Cal (CalAIM) initiative. PHMD is part of DHCS' Quality and Population Health Management Program (QPHM) and, as a two-year old division, operates as a startup within DHCS. PHMD is recruiting a nimble, dynamic, and analytical individual to be a part of the PHM Policy Section. This is a unique opportunity for an Associate Governmental Program Analyst (AGPA) to be a part of a team that is responsible to administer and monitor PHM programs. Specifically, the AGPA is responsible for developing, operationalizing, and administering tasks in support of the PHMD. The incumbent will work both independently and in a team-oriented environment performing consultative and analytical research, data and policy analysis, and technical assistance to address program-related matters pertinent to the design, development, implementation, and monitoring of PHM.

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

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Working Conditions

Please see the Telework Information section below for telework details

Special Requirements

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

1. Review the education and experience minimum qualifications (MQ’s) of the Associate Governmental Program Analyst. See the Minimum Requirements here

2. Complete the statement of qualifications and the state application by clicking “Apply Now” above.
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  Examination. 

   AGPA examination  CalCareers

If using education to meet classification MQ pattern:

If you meet minimum qualifications with education, you must include a copy of your diploma/degree and/or unofficial/informal transcripts for verification. Official transcripts may be required upon appointment.

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 must be no more than two pages in length, double-spaced and using 12-point font. You must indicate your Full Name and Job Control Number at the top right corner.

1. Provide examples of skills, qualifications, and experience that make you an ideal candidate for this role.
2. Explain your experience is health care policy or program development. In your response please include how you engaged stakeholders, communication methods, and outcomes?

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:

• Ability to prioritize workload, adapt to changes in workload, and shift focus when needed;
• Ability to establish and maintain collaborative, productive, and professional working relationships with departmental leadership, various government entities and stakeholders;
• Ability to multi-task and adapt to a changing environment; functioning effectively under demanding and competing deadlines and priorities;
• Ability to work both independently and as a team member; carry out prescribed tasks with minimal supervision; be a self-starter, flexible, and have a positive attitude.
• Ability to work on confidential and sensitive assignments, and consistently exercise a high degree of initiative, independence, sound judgment in performing assigned tasks;
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, organizational skills, and demonstrate attention to detail.

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 .

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

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Telework Information

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.

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 Ave, Sacramento CA.

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 -

  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 no more than two pages in length, double-spaced and using 12-point font. You must indicate your Full Name and Job Control Number at the top right corner.

Job Tags

Holiday work, Permanent employment, Full time, Contract work, Remote job, Flexible hours, Shift work, 2 days per week, 3 days per week,

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