Job Posting: Population Health Program Specialist

Department of Health Care Services

JC-346071
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Population Health Program Specialist
HEALTH PROGRAM SPECIALIST II

$6,658.00 - $8,334.00 per Month

Final Filing Date: 3/6/2023

Job Description and Duties

If you are motivated to make a difference in people’s lives and lead others in that same goal, there is opportunity in Quality and Population Health Management (QPHM) Team.


The HPS II will utilize DHCS policies and leverage Medi-Cal data to provide integrated support for optimal functioning of the PHM Service. The incumbent will ensure transparency and accessibility such that the Service can serve numerous elements of the health care system. The HPS II will work to reduce the administrative silos and foster coordination among agencies and stakeholders, which is a key barrier to effective PHM.


There are multiple HPS II positions available and each one will address a specific target population: adult, children, and dual eligible Medicare/Medi-Cal members. 

 

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, San Francisco, Fresno, Orange (Santa Ana), San Diego and Los Angeles (Los Angeles/ Burbank). 

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

Additional Documents

Position Details

Job Code #:
JC-346071
Position #(s):
803-096-8336-XXX
Working Title:
Population Health Program Specialist
Classification:
HEALTH PROGRAM SPECIALIST II
$6,658.00 - $8,334.00
HEALTH PROGRAM SPECIALIST I
$6,061.00 - $7,587.00
# of Positions:
2
Work Location:
United States
Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time

Department Information

DHCS is California’s health care safety net, helping millions of low-income and disabled Californians each and every day.

The mission of DHCS is to provide Californians with access to affordable, integrated, high-quality health care, including medical, dental, mental health, substance use treatment services and long-term care. Our vision is to preserve and improve the overall health and well-being of all Californians.

DHCS is a dynamic Department 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 which reflects the many communities we serve, and by promoting and enforcing equal employment opportunity.  


Under the direction of the Chief Quality Officer, QPHM will be leading the department’s efforts to improve quality outcomes, eliminate health disparities and evolve into a population health manager to allow ALL Californians an opportunity to achieve health and wellness.

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: 3/6/2023

Who May Apply

Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list 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.

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

Complete Application Packages (including your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting. Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included. If you choose to not apply electronically, a hard copy application package may be submitted through an alternative method listed below:

Address for Mailing Application Packages

You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:

Department of Health Care Services
Attn: Certification Technician JC 346071
M.S. 1300
P.O. Box 997411
Sacramento, CA 95899-7411

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:

Department of Health Care Services
Certification Section JC 346071
1501 Capitol Avenue, Suite 71.1501
Sacramento, CA 95814
Monday - Friday (except holidays)
08:00 AM - 04:00 PM

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.
  • Other - Cover Letter- no more than one page, explaining your interest and background relevant to the position.--Addressed to Aita Romain.
Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview. The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting.

Desirable Qualifications

In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:
  • Passionate about health care
  • Passionate about finding creative solutions
  • Well organized
  • Able to work in collaboration with multiple team members at all levels of state service.

    Benefits

    Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.

    Contact Information

    The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.

    Hiring Unit Contact:
    Kati Mougey
    (916) 345-7960
    QPHMPersonnel@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.

    Additional Instructions

    NOTE: To be considered for this job opportunity, applicants must be reachable on an employment list, have transfer eligibility, or have reinstatement eligibility. If you are new to California State service and you do not have list eligibility, you must take the exam for this classification. To gain employment list eligibility, please access the exam bulletin here:

    HPS II CalCareers 

    HPS I CalCareers

    NOTE: Possession of minimum qualifications will be verified prior to interview and/or appointment. If it is determined an applicant does not meet the minimum qualifications, the applicant's name may be removed from the eligibility list.

    DO NOT include confidential information such as social security numbers, date of birth, marital status, and equal employment opportunity data, examination scores, and LEAP information.

    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.