COMPLIANCE ANALYST

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 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 are diverse team in the following role. If you are interested in joining our team, apply today!

About this Role:

Under direction of a Supervisor I (Unit Chief) in the Network Adequacy Oversight Section 3, Unit 6, the Analyst II serves as a Compliance Analyst for the DHCS Behavioral Health network adequacy program, and as a liaison between DHCS, county Behavioral Health Delivery Systems, and stakeholders. The Compliance Analyst will work with minimal direction using the manuals, protocols, policies and procedures of Network Adequacy Oversight Section, the Behavioral Health Network Adequacy Oversight Branch, and the Behavioral Health Oversight and Monitoring Division to complete tasks, assignments, and projects and may serve as a lead in providing network adequacy process guidance to others.

The Compliance Analyst conducts monitoring activities assessing the compliance levels of delivery systems with Network Adequacy and Timely Access standards and requirements set forth in federal and state regulations, California statutes, contractual requirements, and DHCS policy, and recommends appropriate enforcement actions and next steps. The Compliance Analyst serves as a subject matter generalist and provides recommendations and reports for the development of strategies and processes to enhance statewide availability and accessibility of services and network adequacy.

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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.

This classification was previously known as the Associate Governmental Program Analyst classification and is now referred to as the Analyst II classification, effective January 1, 2026.

This limited-term funded position is supported by specific funding and may be considered for conversion to permanent status if future approvals and State and Department budget resources allow.

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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 these simple steps:

1. Review the education and experience minimum qualifications (MQ’s) of the . See the Minimum Requirements section above. 2. Complete the statement of qualifications and the state application by clicking “Apply Now” above. See below for detailed application instructions.
3. Submit your application package with all required documents, which include the statement of qualifications - see the "Required Application Package Documents" section below.
4. Once you have applied, take the Analyst II Examination.

Education: If you are meeting minimum qualifications with education, you must include a copy of your diploma/degree and/or unofficial/informal transcripts for verification. Official transcripts may be required upon appointment.

Statement of Qualifications Requirement Section

Applicants must include a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) for this recruitment. The SOQ is a narrative discussion, not a cover letter, prepared by the applicant describing how their skills, knowledge, abilities, education, training, and experience, qualify them for the position.

The SOQ serves as documentation of the applicant’s ability to present information clearly and provide DHCS additional information about their experience and qualifications concisely in writing. The DHCS may not consider applicants who fail to provide an SOQ with their application. Resumes do not take the place of the SOQ.

The SOQ must be no more than two pages in length, double spaced and using 12-point font. You must indicate your Full Name and Job Control Number at the top right corner.

Candidates who do not complete and submit an SOQ may not be considered for this position.

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:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong analytical skills
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Exceptional time management and organizational skills
• Proficiency using office software such as Microsoft Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Word
• Adaptable to shifting priorities, requirements, and deadlines

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 California State Civil Service Employee Benefits Summary .

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Telework and Salary Information

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.

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

Personal Leave Program (PLP) 2025 agreement

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 required and must be included.
• Statement of Qualifications -

  Refer to the Statement of Qualifications Requirement Section for instructions.