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HEALTH PROGRAM AUDITOR IV, DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH SERVICES
United States
About this Role:
The HPA IV functions as a program specialist and performs other audit activities. The Health Program Auditor (HPA) IV is the most advanced auditor level and is considered the Section specialist. The HPA IV is a promotional position and requires knowledge of Medi-Cal reimbursement and candidates must possess this valuable knowledge.Travel of up to 15% is routinely required and may include overnight, and / or weekend stays.
Have questions and/or need assistance? Contact Recruit@dhcs.ca.gov, we are here to help walk you through the state hiring process!
This position is subject to the Department’s Conflict of Interest Code and filing a Statement of Economic Interests (Form 700) when assuming this position, annually by April 1, and when leaving this position.
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.
Working Conditions
This is a statewide recruitment, and the position may be located in the following locations: Sacramento County, Fresno County
Minimum Requirements
You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.- HEALTH PROGRAM AUDITOR IV, DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH SERVICES
Additional Documents
- Job Application Package Checklist
- Duty Statement
Position Details
Department Information
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Financial Review Outpatient and Behavioral Health Division (FROBHD) conducts financial and compliance reviews and audits of Medi-Cal and other DHCS programs’ outpatient and behavioral health providers to verify payments to providers of services to Medi-Cal beneficiaries and reported costs are valid, accurate and in compliance with governing laws, regulations, and program intent. Audited data is also provided to assist with provider rate setting purposes. Provider types and programs audited include Federally Qualified Health Centers, Rural Health Clinics, Local Educational Agency, Targeted Case Management, Ground Emergency Medical Transportation, Specialty Mental Health, Substance Abuse Prevention and Treatment Block Grant, and Drug Medi-Cal Organized Delivery System.
FROBHD/Outpatient Financial Review Branch is seeking a candidate to join as an Health Program Auditor IV position.
Please direct all questions to the hiring unit contact listed in this job posting.
Special Requirements
If you are interested in this position, complete the following simple steps:
- Review the education and experience minimum qualifications (MQ’s) of the Health Program Auditor and Health Program Management Series. See the Minimum Requirements section above.
- Complete the state application by clicking “Apply Now” above. See below for detailed application instructions.
- Submit your application package with all required documents - see the "Required Application Package Documents" section below.
Education: If you are meeting 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.
Travel required 15% of the time.
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: 10/20/2025Who 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 optional. It may be included, but is not required.
- Degree and/or School Transcripts
Desirable Qualifications
This position requires the incumbent to have and maintain good rapport, consistent and regular attendance, communicate effectively both orally and in writing in dealing with the public and/or other employees. Please indicate your eligibility in the area of the application where you enter the position name and number for which you are applying.
Desirable skills include:
- Enthusiastic and self-motivated
- Good communication skills (both written and verbal)
- Strong work ethic and ability to persevere
- Hard worker
- Team Player
- Interested in finding fraud, waste, and abuse
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
DHCS 2023-2027 Strategic Plan provides more information about our commitment to serving Californians and organizational excellence.
Contact Information
The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.
Hiring Unit Contact:
Pasia Gutierrez
(916) 713-8919
Pasia.Gutierrez@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 and Salary Information
The selected candidate will be assigned an available DHCS office closest to their residence prior to their start date. The selected candidate will be required to report to their assigned DHCS office and other DHCS locations as needed.
Personal Leave Program (PLP) 2025 agreement
Additional Information
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.
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.
All information on the Employment Application (STD 678) must be completed. Applicants should include all employment history on the Employment Application (STD 678), including detailed job descriptions, hours worked per week, and start/end dates (MM/DD/YYYY). Resumes or other documents may not be substituted for the Employment Application (STD 678).
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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