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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!
Have questions and/or need assistance? Contact Recruit@dhcs.ca.gov, we are here to help walk you through the state hiring process!
Duties and Responsibilities: For details, see attached duty statements.
Interviews may be conducted via video conference (Microsoft Teams, WebEx, or Skype) or by telephone. More information will be provided to candidates that are invited for an interview. It is highly recommended that you submit your application electronically via your CalCareer Account.
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.
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.
Working Conditions
This work location is very convenient! The CA-MMIS Division is located in West Sacramento near IKEA and Walmart. There are several restaurants and fast-food locations nearby, with Starbucks within walking distance. This location has easy access to I-80 and has FREE parking!
The incumbent works in an office setting with artificial light and temperature control. The ability to use a personal computer and telephone is essential. The incumbent must be able to frequently remain in a stationary position at a workstation throughout the day and must occasionally position self to perform a variety of tasks including retrieval of files.
Minimum Requirements
You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.- ASSOCIATE GOVERNMENTAL PROGRAM ANALYST
Additional Documents
- Job Application Package Checklist
- Duty Statement
Position Details
Department Information
DHCS is a dynamic organization 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 that reflects the many communities we serve, and by promoting and enforcing equal employment opportunity.
The California Medicaid Information System (CA-MMIS) Operations Division is responsible for oversight of the Medi-Cal Fiscal Intermediary (FI) contractors, who provide Business Operations and Information Technology Maintenance and Operations services. CA-MMIS is a large, highly automated, complex, and interrelated data processing system, which depends on the operation of a large data center by the FI contractor. The CA-MMIS is a mission-critical system to the Department of Health Care Services (DHCS) and the State of California. This system annually processes and adjudicates medical claims that result in approximately $22 billion annually in payments to health care providers.
The CA-MMIS Operations Division is located on Stillwater Road in West Sacramento.
Special Requirements
The SOQ should be typed with 12-point Arial font, single-spaced, with your first and last name in the top right corner, and no more than two (2) pages in length. Candidates who do not complete and submit an SOQ may not be considered for the position. When preparing your SOQ please respond to the following questions:
- What is your experience with State budget and accounting processes? If you don’t have State experience, please describe any relevant experience.
- Please describe what you think it means to be a good analyst. Provide specific examples that demonstrate your analytical process.
Candidates must meet the Minimum Qualifications as outlined in the Class Specifications. Please use the link in the announcement, located under Minimum Requirements, to view the Class Specifications. If you are using education to meet the minimum qualifications (MQ’s) please attach a copy of your degree and transcripts. If you are not using your education to meet the MQs, you will have the ability to bypass the request.
Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for a reinstatement, have list 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 even no SROA or Surplus candidates apply.
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: 11/20/2025Who May 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
Address for Mailing Application Packages
You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:
Address for Drop-Off Application Packages
You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:
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.CalCareers.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 required and must be included.
- Statement of Qualifications -
A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is REQUIRED. Please see Special Requirements Section above for instructions on how to prepare your SOQ
Desirable Qualifications
Knowledge and Desirable Qualifications:
- Demonstrates strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret financial data and identify trends.
- Ability to participate in continuous process improvement and make recommendations to management.
- Ability to act independently with open-mindedness, flexibility, and tact while managing multiple priorities under tight deadlines.
- Ability to reason logically, creatively, and apply a variety of analytical techniques to resolve fiscal and administrative problems.
- Demonstrates a strong customer service mindset, professionalism, patience, and a commitment to providing clear, helpful, and timely support.
- Experience in preparing and presenting clear, concise, and accurate reports, audit responses, and/or fiscal-related documents for internal and external stakeholders.
When appraising the relative qualifications of candidates, consideration will be given to the extent and type of pertinent experience and education over and above that which is required under the minimum qualifications. Only the most qualified candidates will be invited for an interview.
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
- SavingsPlus Program (401(k), 457)
- Medical/Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts
Benefit information may be obtained by visiting: California State Civil Service Employee Benefits Summary - CalHR.
DHCS 2023-2027 Strategic Plan provides more information about out 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: SurveyMonkey link. This survey is not required to be considered for this position.
Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.
Contact Information
The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.
Hiring Unit Contact:
Nayana Walker
(916) 954-1140
Nayana.Walker@dhcs.ca.gov
Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office.
EEO Contact:EEO Officer
(916) 440-7370
civilrights@dhcs.ca.gov
California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.
TELEWORK INFORMATION
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.
Personal Leave Program (PLP) 2025 agreement
The DHCS office location for this position is: 830 Stillwater Rd, West Sacramento, CA 95605
Additional Information
- This position is located in West Sacramento, which is in Yolo County. Please ensure you have chosen Yolo County as a place you are willing to accept employment on your CalCareer profile.
*New to State employees start at the minimum of the pay scale and/or range*
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.
If applying electronically, please note that CalCareers no longer allows applicants to withdraw their applications. If you need assistance to withdraw your application, please contact the Recruitment Section at Recruit@dhcs.ca.gov For all other questions regarding your CalCareer account, please contact CalHR’s CalCareers Unit at (866) 844-8671 or CalCareer@calhr.ca.gov
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.
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