ASSOCIATE GOVERNMENTAL PROGRAM ANALYST
- Department of Health Care Services
- Remote
- 3 months ago
Job Description
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 the direction of the Chief, Clinical Operations and Administration Section (COAS), the Associate Governmental Program Analyst (AGPA), serves as a coordinator for a varied and complex technical and analytical staff work. The incumbent will assist and responds to requests for Protected Health Information (PHI) Data Release, Public Records Act (PRA), Subpoenas and Record Retention assignments. The AGPA will also provide budget coordination and will facilitate budget-related tasks and fiscal analysis for the Clinical Assurance Division (CAD), including but not limited to gather, analyze and provide essential information for departmental budget drills, regularly work with the Financial Management Division on CAD's fiscal budgetary projections, review the Governor's Budget for accuracy, analyze the potential impact to the CAD by conducting baseline allotments, administrative projections, among others. These activities require the AGPA to work independently and maintain cooperative working relationships.
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You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.
Working Conditions
Please see the Telework Information section below for telework details.
Please note: 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.
Our campus-style office offers FREE parking, and is near the freeway, a shopping center, and several dining options.
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 California’s health care safety net, helping millions of low-income and disabled Californians each and every day.
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 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.
Take a look at some of DHCS' recent projects and happenings that our Department has accomplished in the DHCS Newsroom.
Special Requirements
If you are interested in this position, complete the following these simple steps:
- Review the education and experience minimum qualifications (MQ’s) of the Associate Governmental Program Analyst (5393). See the Minimum Requirements section above.
- Complete the state application by clicking “Apply Now” above. See above 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 Associate Governmental Program Analyst Examination.
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: 10/11/2024Who 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.
- Supplemental Application - A completed Supplemental Application must be submitted with your STD. 678 in order to be considered for this position. Please see the Supplemental Application Requirement Section below for additional information
Desirable Qualifications
- Knowledge of California’s Public Records Act
- Knowledge of subpoena response processes
- Familiarity with the state budget and fiscal administrative work
- Ability to conduct thorough research
- Ability to interpret and apply laws, rules, and regulations
- Well versed with Microsoft software programs Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, Teams, Visio, and Word
- Well versed using Adobe Acrobat, including file conversion to an archival format
- Use good judgment and sound reasoning in decision-making
- Exercise creativity and flexibility in problem identification and resolution
- Manage time and resources effectively
Supplemental Application Requirement Section
Applicants must include a Supplemental Application for this recruitment.
- What experience, education, and background make you the best fit for this position? What aspect of the job listed in the duty statement excites you the most and why?
Instructions:
- Your response must be no more than one (1) single-spaced page, typewritten 12-point Arial font. You must indicate your Full Name and Job Control Number at the top right corner of each page.
Candidates who do not complete and submit an Supplemental Application may not be considered for this position.
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(b)
- 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.
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:
Lani Su
(916) 398-3216
[email protected]
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
[email protected]
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
The DHCS standard for hybrid work is a minimum of two days per week in- person and site-based and up to three teleworking days per week. The amount of telework is at the discretion of the Department’s operational business needs and 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: 830 Stillwater Road, West Sacramento, CA 95605
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 [email protected] For all other questions regarding your CalCareer account, please contact CalHR’s CalCareers Unit at (866) 844-8671 or [email protected]
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.