ANALYST II

California Department of Health Care Services; Sacramento (CA); Hybrid; USD 67,000 - 87,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid holidays and leave

401(k) and 457 plans

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Training and DEI initiatives

Job summary

California Department of Health Care Services in Sacramento is seeking an Analyst II to support the Crisis Care Section in developing, implementing, and administering behavioral health programs, including 988 Lifeline and Medi-Cal Mobile Crisis Services.

You will perform administrative and program evaluation duties, coordinate with stakeholders, issue guidance, and ensure successful implementation of services, with occasional travel up to 5%.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience conducting complex policy or program analysis in a public-sector or behavioral health setting.
• Strong written communication skills, including drafting policy guidance, reports, and executive-level briefing materials.
• Experience coordinating with counties, stakeholders, or external partners on program implementation issues.
• Ability to manage multiple complex assignments concurrently and meet demanding deadlines with minimal supervision.
• Knowledge of Medi-Cal behavioral health policy, crisis services, or community-based behavioral health systems.

Responsibilities

• Support the Crisis Care Section with development, implementation, and administration of behavioral health programs (e.g., 988 Lifeline, Medi-Cal Mobile Crisis Services).
• Provide administrative and technical support, program evaluation and planning, and budgeting.
• Work with stakeholders on implementation plans, guidance, and regulatory amendments.
• Travel may be required up to 5% of the time.

Skills

Policy analysis

Stakeholder coordination

Written communication

Job description

Work Location

Sacramento County

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 the direction of the Supervisor I, the Analyst II works to support the efforts of the Crisis Care Section with the development, implementation, and administration of various mental health and substance use related programs, such as the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (988) Program and the Medi-Cal Mobile Crisis Services benefit, to provide lifesaving behavioral health interventions for California's high risk populations.

The Analyst II provides administrative and technical support, program evaluation and planning, program monitoring, policy analysis, and budgeting to the Crisis Care Section. Additionally, the Analyst II works with stakeholders on implementation plans, develop and issue guidance, and amend regulations. The Analyst II serves as a subject matter generalist and perform various administrative and independent duties to ensure successful implementation and administration of all behavioral health programs related to the Crisis Care Section. Travel may be required up to 5% of the time.

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

This position is not eligible for a visa sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the US without the need for a visa sponsorship by the start date of employment.

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.

• ANALYST II

Additional Documents

• Job Application Package Checklist
• Duty Statement

Position Details

Job Code #: JC-535780

Position #(s): 806-476-5393-XXX

Working Title: ANALYST II

Classification: ANALYST II

Salary: $6,031.00 - $7,775.00

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.

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Who May Apply

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

Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process

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

• Demonstrated experience conducting complex policy or program analysis in a public-sector or behavioral health setting.
• Strong written communication skills, including drafting policy guidance, reports, and executive-level briefing materials.
• Experience coordinating with counties, stakeholders, or external partners on program implementation issues.
• Ability to manage multiple complex assignments concurrently and meet demanding deadlines with minimal supervision.
• Knowledge of Medi-Cal behavioral health policy, crisis services, or community-based behavioral health systems.

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

Telework and Salary Information

Telework:
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.

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.