Research Data Specialist III

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. Job Description And Duties About this Role: Under general direction, incumbents are required to determine the scope and parameters of research criteria and perform the most complex research and data analysis projects involving: research and development of innovative or undefined methods for collecting, analyzing, and reporting data; identifying new strategies or sources for collecting data; coordinating data migration efforts, and assessing patterns to forecast future impacts and trends. The outcomes are used to advise department officials and state leaders in areas where programs or systems are being proposed or existing programs with a major impact. Senior departmental management view these incumbents as individuals who are widely recognized as having distinguished herself/himself in a special field of knowledge. Incumbents serve as the department's top expert in that field. Incumbents may advise executive staff on complicated research projects and studies. Have questions and/or need assistance? Contact: View email address on click.appcast.io, we are here to help walk you through the state hiring process! This position is subject to the Department's Conflict of Interest Code and filing a Statement of Economic Interests (Form 700) when assuming office, annually while in office, and upon leaving office. Electronic applications are highly encouraged. Per CCR 249.3, this job control may be used to fill subsequent vacancies. You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement. 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.

RESEARCH DATA SPECIALIST III

Additional Documents Job Application Package Checklist Duty Statement Position Details Job Code #: JC-526120 Position #(s): View phone number on click.appcast.io-XXX Working Title: Research Data Specialist III Classification: RESEARCH DATA SPECIALIST III $8,392.00 - $10,820.00 New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable. # of Positions: Multiple Work Location: Sacramento County Telework: Hybrid Job Type: Permanent, Full Time Department Information 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. Desirable Qualifications Good Analytical Skills Understanding of Medi-Cal data Excellent communication and writing skills Planning Skills Benefits Continuous and ongoing training Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion program activities Employee Assistance Program (EAP) 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 Contact Information Hiring Unit Contact: Nicholas Manzanares View phone number on click.appcast.io View email address on click.appcast.io 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 View phone number on click.appcast.io View email address on click.appcast.io California Relay Service: View phone number on click.appcast.io (TTY), View phone number on click.appcast.io (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device. Statement of Qualifications Requirement Section This position is currently eligible for telework. 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. 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. 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr California Department of Health Care Services