November 19, 2024

Department of Health Care Services

FULL TIME

HEALTH PROGRAM SPECIALIST I

The Quality and Population Health Management (QPHM) program leads clinical quality, health equity, and population health work at the Department of Health Care Services (DHCS). Within QPHM, the Quality and Health Equity Evaluation and Monitoring Branch is responsible for program evaluations and monitoring of DHCS’ efforts to improve health equity and the quality of care all beneficiaries receive.

DHCS is currently engaged in a number of exciting initiatives, including new efforts under the Behavioral Health Transformation and other innovative program activities throughout the department. The Health Program Specialist I (HPS I) will be part of a growing team tasked with evaluating the impacts of these initiatives on health and health equity. The HPS I will be an expert in defined areas of the Medi-Cal policy and health equity principles and will use this expertise to write and review evaluation reports, and make the nexus of data and policy, and will evaluate programs, influence policy and develop high level data literacy through collaboration with various DHCS programs.

This recruitment has been posted for more vacancies than currently exist as it may be used to fill additional identical vacancies which occur within 180 days of the closing date of this bulletin.

If you are interested in this position, it is critical to review the Classification Specifications to determine if you will meet the minimum qualifications (MQ’s). Please make note of Education and Experience requirements for the classification. The Classification Specification and MQ’s can be found here: Health Program Adviser/Specialist/Manager Series - Cal HR

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.

Working Conditions

This position is eligible for remote hybrid work. Employee may need to report to the Sacramento offices no more than twice a week.
Telework is based on operational needs for employees who can perform their essential functions remotely and/or whose duties are conducive to teleworking per DHCS’ Telework Policy and in accordance with Government Code Sections 14200 – 14203 for employees residing in California.

Minimum Requirements
You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

HEALTH PROGRAM SPECIALIST I

Additional Documents

Job Application Package Checklist
Duty Statement

Position Details

Job Code #:

JC-456162

Position #(s):

803-097-8338-XXX

Working Title:

Health Equity Program Evaluator

Classification:

HEALTH PROGRAM SPECIALIST I

$6,430.00 - $8,049.00

# of Positions:

Work Location:

Sacramento County

Telework:

In Office

Job Type:

Permanent, Full Time

Department Information

DHCS is California’s health care safety net, helping millions of low-income and disabled Californians each and every day.

The mission of DHCS is to provide Californians with access to affordable, integrated, high-quality health care, including medical, dental, mental health, substance use treatment services and long-term care. Our vision is to preserve and improve the overall health and well-being of all Californians.

DHCS is a dynamic Department with ambitious goals and talented, committed employees. We work hard every day to fulfill our vital responsibility to support the delivery of quality health care to Californians. DHCS is committed to addressing disparities within our organization and in our communities through efforts toward greater diversity, equity, and inclusion. This is accomplished, in part, by a commitment toward employing a diverse workforce which reflects the many communities we serve, and by promoting and enforcing equal employment opportunity.

Under the direction of the Chief Quality Officer and Quality and Population Health Management Deputy Director (CEA), QPHM will be leading the department’s efforts to improve quality outcomes, eliminate health disparities and evolve into a population health manager to allow ALL Californians an opportunity to achieve health and wellness.

Application Instructions

Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.
Final Filing Date: 12/3/2024 Who May Apply

Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list or LEAP eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility (please attach your letter, if available). SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; therefore, individuals with other eligibility may be considered in the event no SROA or Surplus candidates apply.

Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).

How To Apply

Complete Application Packages (including your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting. Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your Cal Career Account at www.Cal Careers.ca.gov. When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included. If you choose to not apply electronically, a hard copy application package may be submitted through an alternative method listed below:

Address for Mailing Application Packages
You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:

Department of Health Care Services

Mailing

Attn: Certification Technician JC-456162

M.S. 1300

P.O. Box 997411

Sacramento, CA 95899-7411

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages
You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:

Department of Health Care Services

Drop-Off

Certification Section JC-456162

1501 Capitol Avenue, Suite 71.1501

Sacramento, CA 95814

Monday-Friday, excluding Holidays

08:00 AM - 04:00 PM

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 www.Cal Careers.ca.gov. 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.
Other -
A Cover Letter is required, addressed to Jeny Quintero- no more than one page, explaining your interest and qualifications as they relate to the position with a focus on your experience related to health equity, behavioral health, and public health policy, must be typed in 12-point font, single-spaced. No more than one page in length.

Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview. The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting.

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:

In addition to assessing each candidate’s skills and experience, we’ll also be looking at a few key factors to help with a competitive evaluation. These factors include:

Project Management and Contract Oversight: Strong skills in managing projects and overseeing contracts are essential, along with excellent written and oral communication abilities.
Medi-Cal Program Expertise: Specialized knowledge in innovative Medi-Cal programs, particularly in areas like behavioral health quality oversight, will be highly valuable.
Independent Work: The ability to work autonomously is important for success in this role.
Core Focus Areas: We’re looking for a strong focus on user experience, health equity, access to care, and behavioral health.
Program Evaluation and Stakeholder Engagement: Experience with program evaluation, engaging stakeholders, and addressing health equity and user experience will be critical.

Benefits

Benefit information can be found on the Cal HR website and the Cal PERS website.

Additional Instructions

Using the online application system as specified in the announcement is the preferred method of applying for civil service job opportunities; however, applicants may instead apply by way of U.S. mail, parcel delivery or courier service, or in person, as set forth in this announcement.
Paper applications must include a signature. Dates printed on envelopes by mobile barcodes or equivalent mobile print technology are not acceptable proof of the date the application and any other required documents or materials were filed.
A completed state application (STD. 678) and any documents list under “Required Application Documents” must be submitted with your application package. Applicants who are relying on additional documentation (e.g., transcripts, copy of degrees, certifications, licenses, etc.) in order to prove that they meet the minimum qualifications listed in the Classification Specification (located on the right under
“Additional Documentation”) must submit those documents with their application package. Failure to submit these documents may result in your application being disqualified. Applications must include a description of the duties performed for each position held; reference to a resume in place of a description of the duties performed will not be accepted.
Applicants must state their basis of eligibility (List Eligibility, Lateral Transfer, Reinstatement, T&D, or Surplus/SROA), and the Job Control (JC) number and/or position number in the “Examination(s) or Job Title(s), For Which You Are Applying” section on the STD. 678. Surplus/SROA candidates should submit a copy of their letter with their application. Please remove any confidential information (i.e. social security number, date of birth, etc.) as well as any information regarding your LEAP eligibility and/or exam scores from your documents prior to submission.
Here is the link to the exam bulletin for the HPS I classification: Cal Careers

Equal Opportunity Employer
The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.
It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.