Health Care Financing Specialist II; Hybrid Option

Work Location

Sacramento County

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!

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.

This advertisement has been posted as "Until Filled". Application review cut‑off dates are every other Monday. If a Monday falls on a holiday, then the Final date to receive applications will be extended to the next day.

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Job Code #: JC-509214
Position #:

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Working Title:

Health Care Financing Specialist II (Hybrid Option)
Classification: HEALTH PROGRAM SPECIALIST II
Salary: $7,276.00 - $9,107.00
# of Positions:
Multiple

Working Title:

Health Care Financing Specialist II (Hybrid Option)
Telework:
Hybrid
Job Type: Permanent, Full Time

DHCS’ purpose is to provide equitable access to quality health care leading to a healthy California for all. 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.

Simple Application Steps:
1. 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.
2. Complete the state application by clicking "Apply Now" above.
3. Submit your application package with all required documents.
4. Take the Health Program Specialist II exam.

• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem‑solving skills, particularly in program oversight.
• Ability to research, critically analyze, and interpret information.
• Ability to adapt to changes in workload, prioritize workload, and shift focus as needed.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience in composing financial reports, and other professional written communication.
• Proactive and autonomous approach to learning and development.

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 state employee, 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…