Health Care Financing Data Analyst II (Hybrid Option)

Job Description and Duties

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 general supervision of the Supervisor I, the Research Data Analyst (RDA) II serves as a technically skilled analyst tasked with assisting in the development of various Health Care Financing (HCF) rates and payment methodologies and their associated processes. The incumbent will assist in researching and conducting studies essential to the establishment and maintenance of various reimbursement methodologies. The RDA II will perform quantitative and qualitative data-driven research and statistical analysis, utilize structured and unstructured data from existing reports and resources, create and implement research projects and data models, and use in-depth analyses to develop strategies and solutions for addressing immediate and ongoing needs with an emphasis on independent data research skills. The incumbent will independently research methodologies and techniques to develop time-sensitive models and reimbursement methodologies in areas where precedents are lacking and/or a sparse body of knowledge or experience in the area exists. The incumbent will utilize deductive and inductive processes to explain major cost and utilization trends and will assist in the preparation of custom reports and summaries for submission to executive management and the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services.

Individuals who are eligible for a Training and Development assignment may also be considered for this position(s).

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Working Conditions

Please see the Telework and Salary Information section below for telework, reporting location, and temporary statewide salary reduction details.

Special Requirements

Simple Application Steps:

If you are interested in this position, complete the following simple steps:

1. Review the education and experience minimum qualifications (MQ’s) of the Research Data Analyst II or Research Data Analyst I  . See the Minimum Requirements section below.

2.  Complete the state application by clicking “Apply Now” above. See below for detailed application instructions.

3.  Submit your application package with all required documents - see the "Required Application Package Documents" section below

4. Once you have applied, take the Research Data Analyst II  Examination or the Research Data Analyst I Examination.

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:

• An intermediate to advanced level of experience in Microsoft Suite, with particular focus on Excel and/or other types of statistical software.
• A working knowledge of Microsoft Access, ArcGIS, Python, SAS, SQL, and visual studios will help the incumbent be successful within 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)

· Medical/Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts

Full benefits information can be found on CalHR's 

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Telework Information and Salary Information

This position is currently eligible for telework up to three days per week and is required to report in person a minimum of two days per week. 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.

The DHCS office location for this position is:1501 Capitol Avenue, Sacramento, CA 95814

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.

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 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.