ANALYST II

California Department of Developmental Services; Sacramento (CA); Hybrid; USD 67,000 - 84,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work

Job summary

California Department of Developmental Services in Sacramento County is seeking a Program Analyst (Analyst II) to lead program integrity analysis, oversee compliance monitoring, and develop corrective actions to maximize Medicare Parts A, B, and D revenue for Porterville Developmental Center and Canyon Springs Community Facility. Hybrid in-office/telework with state pay scales.

Responsibilities include researching regulatory changes, staying current on guidance, and delivering management‑level

Qualifications

• Describe experience interpreting and applying laws, regs, or policies to resolve issues with billing or compliance.
• Explain how your background, education, and training fit the role, including budgets, invoices, reports, and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Perform the most complex analytical and technical work in program integrity and compliance oversight.
• Lead program integrity analysis, monitoring, and corrective action development for Medicare revenue in facilities.
• Research and implement regulatory and policy changes; provide analytical recommendations to management.

Skills

Analytical skills

Regulatory research

Microsoft Excel

Education

State MQs and transcripts verification

Tools

Excel

Outlook

Teams

Job description

Work Location

Sacramento County

Job Description And Duties

The Analyst II performs the most complex, journey level analytical and technical work in support of program integrity, compliance oversight, and regulatory research activities within the Unit. The position is responsible for leading program integrity analysis, compliance monitoring, and corrective action development to ensure alignment with federal and state requirements and to support accurate and compliant Medicare claims billings for Porterville Developmental Center (PDC) and Canyon Springs Community Facility (CSCF) to maximize Medicare Part A, B, and D revenue. The incumbent is responsible for conducting research and the implementation of regulatory and policy changes, staying current on applicable guidance, and providing analytical recommendations to management. Effective July 1, 2025, State employees are subject to a salary reduction of three percent in exchange for five hours per month of the Personal Leave. You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.

Working Conditions

Under Government Code 14200, this position is a hybrid, in-office/telework position, and may be subject to change. Incumbent can be required to report to the office, or any designated location at any time. Telework agreements can be modified and/or cancelled at any time. All commute expenses to the reporting location will be the responsibility of the selected candidate. Pursuant to California Government Code requirements, candidates must be residents of the State of California at the time of appointment. This position requires lawful authorization to work in the United States. The Department does not sponsor employment visas for this position.

Position Details

Job Code # JC-529000

Position #(s) 472-534-5393-709

Working Title Program Analyst

Classification ANALYST II

Salary $6,031.00 - $7,547.00 A

New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

# of Positions 1

Work Location Sacramento County

Telework Hybrid

Job Type Permanent, Full Time

Facility Department of Developmental Services

Department Information

The California Department of Developmental Services (Department) is the agency through which the State of California provides services and supports to individuals with developmental disabilities.

These disabilities include intellectual disability, cerebral palsy, epilepsy, autism and related conditions. Services are provided through state-operated developmental centers and community facilities, and contracts with 21 nonprofit regional centers. The regional centers serve as a local resource to help find and access the services and supports available to individuals with developmental disabilities and their families.

The Department Is Located In a Modern, Sustainable And Innovative Office Building At 1215 "O" Street, Sacramento, California. Some Amenities Of The Building Include:

• First floor retail space (separate access from 12 th Street)
• Café with multiple vendors
• Outdoor seating for meal breaks
• Employee fitness center which includes a yoga studio, cardio equipment and weights
• Plaza area with kitchenette on each floor
• Lactation rooms

Department Website: http://www.dds.ca.gov

Special Requirements

The Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) must be numbered in the same order as the following areas, typed in 12-point Arial font, single spaced, and be no more than two pages in length. Applicants who fail to answer the questions or submit an SOQ may not be considered.

• Describe your experience interpreting and applying laws, regulations, policies, or procedures to identify and resolve a billing, compliance, or program-related issue. Include a specific example, the analysis you performed, the individuals or community you worked with, and the outcome.
• Related to the duty statement, how does your background, experience, education, and/or training make you a good fit for this position? Please include any experience with budgets, invoices, reports, and Excel.

If you are using list eligibility from an on-line exam to qualify for this position, you MUST include with your application any documentation (i.e., copy of transcript, degree, license, etc.) to verify meeting the MQ’s or you may not be considered for the position.

The MQs will be verified prior to interview and/or appointment. If it is determined that an applicant does not meet the MQs of the classification, the applicant may not be considered and withheld from the eligible list.

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:

Knowledge of: Medicare Part A, B, and D, Commercial Insurance, and medical billing processes. Accounting, compliance, auditing, and program integrity principles. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (i.e., Excel, Outlook, and Teams). Proficiency in developing, updating, and maintaining policies and procedures and documentation. identifying, evaluating, and solving complex problems.

Ability to: Develop corrective actions and recommendations. Interpret and apply federal and state healthcare regulations. Identify, evaluate, and solve complex problems. Conduct analytical research on statutes, regulations and policies, and summarize findings for management. Learn new concepts, processes, and systems quickly. Contribute to a team-oriented environment. Receptive to feedback, guidance, and ongoing training.

Effective communication skills. Excellent organizational skills. Manage time effectively and prioritize multiple assignments. Use tact, professionalism, and collaboration when working with all levels of staff, management, and the external community.

Benefits

As a state employee working for the Department of Developmental Services, you and your family will have access to excellent medical, dental and vision insurance benefits in addition to retirement benefits.

Benefit Eligibility May Be Based On Job Classification, Bargaining Unit, Time Base And Length Of Appointment. Additional Benefits May Also Be Outlined For Specific Bargaining Units In Employee Collective Bargaining Contracts. For More Information, Please Visit The Links Below:

State Employees - CalHR Benefits Website

CalPERS Health Benefit Summary 2026

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

Contact Information

The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.

Department Website: http://www.dds.ca.gov

Human Resources Contact

Tracy Ibarra

[phone]

[e-mail]

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

Equal Employment Opportunity Office

[phone]

[e-mail]

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 Information

Electronic application submission is highly encouraged.

Multiple positions may be filled from this recruitment. This recruitment may be utilized to fill future vacancies that may occur during the life of the certification list.

Possession of Minimum Qualifications will be verified prior to interview and/or appointment. If you are meeting Minimum Qualifications with education, you must include your unofficial transcripts/diploma for verification. Official transcripts may be required upon appointment. If it is determined an applicant does not meet the Minimum Qualifications, the candidate may not be withheld from the eligibility list, rendering them inactive and ineligible to be hired for the position. Candidates who have been withheld may file an appeal with the California Department of Human Resources.

All appointments are subject to State Restriction of Appointment (SROA), Departmental Restriction of Appointment (DROA), Re-employment List procedures, pre-employment physical and fingerprint clearances. Further information on the definition of the above may be found on the California Department of Human Resources' website at: www.calhr.ca.gov .

If you have not taken the Analyst II exam/assessment you may find the exam for this classification at the link below. You must take and pass the exam/assessment to obtain eligibility for hire. Click here to gain list eligibility.

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.