Health Program Specialist Ii

Overview

Health Care Financing Specialist II (Hybrid Option) – Permanent, Full Time
Salary: $7,276.00 – $9,107.00 per month (CalHR minimum
Salary for New to State candidates will be the minimum of the classification or
alternate range if applicable).

Location:

Sacramento County, Hybrid telework option (up to three days per week).

Under 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) and Rural Health Center (RHC) programs. The role functions as a technical
policy consultant and specialist for reimbursement policy development.

• Coordinate and provide technical assistance to develop, implement and evaluate FQHC/RHC reimbursement policies.
• Act as a specialist and advisor on complex and sensitive policy matters within the Section.
• Provide policy guidance and consultative advice to staff and external partners.
• Support monitoring, analysis and reporting of program performance and policy impact.
• Maintain current knowledge of relevant federal and state regulations, program requirements, and best practices.

See Class Specification for Health Program Specialist II (Health Program Adviser/Specialist/Manager Series). Minimum qualifications include requisite education and experience as identified in the specification.

• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem‑solving skills, especially in program oversight.
• Research, critical analysis, and interpretation of information.
• Ability to adapt to changes, prioritize workload, and shift focus as needed.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience composing financial reports and professional written communication.
• Proactive, autonomous approach to learning and development.

• Continuous and ongoing training.
• Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion program activities.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid holidays, vacation/leave.
• Defined retirement program.
• Savings Plus Program (401(k), 457).
• Medical/Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts.

Hiring Unit Contact:
Alyssa Antuna
(279) 688‑0158

EEO Officer: (916) 440‑7370

The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability, gender, religious creed, sexual orientation, and other protected classes.