ANALYST II JC-533871

California Department of Public Health; Sacramento (CA); Hybrid; USD 808,000 - 1,011,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Telework policy

Job summary

The California Department of Public Health (CDPH) is seeking a Program Analyst (Analyst II) in Sacramento. The role supports the department's mission by researching, analyzing, and communicating statutory, regulatory, and policy requirements and by responding to inquiries from the public and staff.

The position reports to Supervisor I and offers hybrid telework. Salary ranges shown do not reflect the 3% PLP 2025 pay reduction; final filing date is 10/14/2026.

Responsibilities

• Researches, analyzes, and communicates statutory, regulatory, and policy requirements.
• Responds to inquiries from the public, field office, and headquarters staff regarding interpretation of statutes and regulations.
• Performs technical analytical reviews of data and supports accurate application of regulatory requirements.
• Serves as a point of contact for field office questions regarding regulatory interpretation.

Job description

Department Information

At the California Department of Public Health (CDPH), equity, diversity, and inclusion are at the core of our mission to advance the health and well-being of California's diverse people and communities. We are genuinely and strongly committed to cultivating and preserving a culture of inclusion and connectedness where we can grow and learn together with a diverse team of employees. In recruiting team members, we welcome the unique contributions that you can bring to us and the work we do.

Health care facilities in California are licensed, regulated, inspected, and/or certified by a number of public and private agencies at the state and federal levels, including the CDPH Center for Health Care Quality (CHCQ) and the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). CHCQ is responsible for ensuring health care facilities comply with state laws and regulations. In addition, CHCQ cooperates with CMS to ensure that facilities accepting Medicare and Medi-Cal (in California, Medicaid is referred to as Medi-Cal) payments meet federal requirements. CHCQ also oversees the certification of nurse assistants, home health aides, hemodialysis technicians, and the licensing of nursing home administrators.

The salary information listed on this advertisement may not reflect recent salary increases from salary adjustments or changes in the fiscal year.

The CDPH is currently an E-Verify employer.

Department Website: https://www.cdph.ca.gov

Job Description And Duties

This position supports the California Department of Public Health's (CDPH) mission and strategic plan by researching, analyzing, and communicating statutory, regulatory, and policy requirements and by responding to inquiries regarding interpretation of statutes and regulations from members of the public, field office and headquarters staff. Maintains consistency by performing technical analytical reviews of data and supporting accurate application of regulatory requirements. Conducts research and develops responses to complex policy questions. Serves as a point of contact for field office questions regarding regulatory interpretation.

The incumbent works under the general direction of the Supervisor I.

Teleworking may be available for this position, in accordance with CDPH's Telework Policy and Procedures.

Please use this link to take the Analyst II Exam: https://calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Exams/ExamBulletin.aspx?ExamControlId=4815

In July 2025, the State of California implemented the Personal Leave Program (PLP) 2025. This program temporarily reduces employees' monthly base pay in exchange for paid leave credits. This position is subject to PLP 2025 and will have a monthly base pay reduction of 3% in exchange for 5 hours of leave credits through June 2027. The salary ranges shown on this job posting do not reflect the salary reduction.

Please let us know how you heard about our position by taking this brief survey: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/CDPHRecruitment

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.

Final Filing Date: 10/14/2026

Position Details

Job Code #: JC-533871

Position #(s): 580-810-5393-909

Working Title

Program Analyst

Classification

ANALYST II

$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: 2

Work Location: Sacramento County

Telework: Hybrid

Job Type: Permanent, Full Time