Job Posting: Health Care Financing Specialist II (Hybrid Option)
Department of Health Care Services
JC-509214 - Health Care Financing Specialist II (Hybrid Option)
$7,276.00 - $9,107.00 per Month
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.
Final Filing Date: Until Filled
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:
Under direction of the Manager II, the HPS II provides coordination and technical program assistance for planning, implementation and evaluation of health care policies related to the Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHC)/Rural Health Center (RHC) program. The HPS II will serve as a highly skilled technical program consultant, providing policy and consultative advice on the most complex and sensitive policy matters within the Section. The HPS II will function as the Section expert advisor and specialist for FQHC/RHC reimbursement policy development.
Special Requirements
Simple Application Steps:
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 Specialist II Health Program Adviser/Specialist/Manager Series - CalHR. See the Minimum Requirements section below. • 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. • Once you have applied, take the Health Program Specialist II exam.
Application Instructions
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: Until Filled
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.
Applicants Must Meet the Minimum Qualifications Stated in the Classification Specification(s).
Working Conditions
Please see the Telework and Salary Information section below for telework, reporting location, and temporary statewide salary reduction details.
Minimum Requirements
You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.
Additional Documents
Job Application Package Checklist
Duty Statement
Position Details
Job Code #: JC-509214 Position #(s): 805-780-8336-XXX Working Title: Health Care Financing Specialist II (Hybrid Option) Classification: HEALTH PROGRAM SPECIALIST II Salary: $7,276.00 - $9,107.00 per Month New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.
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 CalHRs California State Civil Service Employee Benefits Summary
DHCS 2023-2027 Strategic Plan provides more information about our 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.
Contact Information
The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.
Hiring Unit Contact: Alyssa Antuna (279) 688-0158 alyssa.antuna@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 Departments 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 Language and Salary Information
This position is currently eligible for telework up to three days per week and is required to report in person 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 Avenue, Sacramento, CA 95814
Salary:
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.
Additional Information
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.
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.
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.
Application Methods
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