ANALYST III

State of California; California; Ibrido; USD 74.000 - 93.000; Tempo pieno

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State of California's Department of Public Health seeks an experienced Senior Disability Consultant to manage complex disability leave programs with expertise in FMLA, CFRA, NDI, SDI, and RA. This Analyst III role emphasizes guidance on WC case management, return-to-work, and leave restoration within a hybrid telework arrangement.

Responsibilities include applying departmental policies and federal/state rules to RA requests, ensuring compliance while advising employees and managers.

Competenze

• Analyst III level professional with advanced journey-level expertise.
• Strong understanding of disability leave policies and program administration.
• Ability to consult and provide guidance on complex leave management.

Mansioni

• Assist employees, supervisors, and managers in applying disability leave programs and related benefits.
• Provide direction and guidance on case management of workers’ compensation, return-to-work, and reasonable accommodation processes.

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Senior Disability Consultant

Analyst III

Department of Public Health

$6,623.00 - $8,290.00 per Month

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

Final Filing Date: 11/20/2026

As a member of the Disability Management Section, the incumbent is responsible for assisting employees, supervisors, and managers in the appropriate application of all employee leave programs, the Workers’ Compensation (WC) program, Reasonable Accommodation Program (RA), and the Employee Assistance Program.

The Analyst III independently performs the more varied, complex, and analytical assignments involving employee disability leave entitlements including, but not limited to, the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), California Family Rights Act (CFRA), Non‑Industrial Disability Insurance (NDI), State Disability Insurance (SDI), Parental Leave (PL), medical Leave of Absence (LOA), catastrophic leave (CL), and the RA program. The incumbent provides direction, consultation, and guidance in the areas of case management of WC activities, return to work for California Department of Public Health (CDPH) employees, vocational rehabilitation, leave restoration, and all aspects relating to the WC Program area. The incumbent must accurately assess RA requests and apply Departmental policy, State and/or Federal rules and regulations regarding RA, including counsel employees and management on such issues as Americans with Disability Act and RA requirements. The incumbent must research and refer to related labor code provisions governing work‑related injuries/illness and leave entitlements, California Occupational Safety and Health Administration (CalOSHA) rules, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA), and related subject areas in order to provide consultation to employees, program designees, and managers/supervisors.

The incumbent works under the general direction of the Supervisor I, Chief of the Disability Management Unit (DMU).

See duty statement for specific job duties.

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.

Working Conditions

Telework Information

This position may be eligible for telework. The amount of telework permitted is at the discretion of the Department and is subject to change, consistent with CDPH’s Telework Program. All employees who telework are required to be California residents in accordance with Government Code 14200. Candidates who reside outside of the state of California may be interviewed; however, the selected candidate must have a primary residency in the state of California prior to appointment (and continue to maintain California residency) as a condition of employment. Failure to meet this requirement may result in the job offer being rescinded.

Travel may be required for this position. Reimbursement for travel takes into consideration an employee’s designated headquarters, as reflected in the duty statement, and is subject to regulations and bargaining unit contract provisions. All commute expenses to the designated headquarters office will be the responsibility of the selected candidate.

The headquarters office location for this position is identified in the attached duty statement.

Minimum Requirements

• ANALYST III

# of Positions: 1

Telework: Hybrid

Job Type: Permanent, Full Time

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 for team members, we welcome the unique contributions that you can bring to us and the work we do.

The Human Resources Division (HRD) partners with the California Department of Public Health’s (CDPH’s) programs and management to provide guidance and consultative services on Human Resources matters that are necessary for the Department to carry out its mission to deliver quality public health services.

The Disability Management Section (DMS) of the Human Resources Division is dedicated to assisting employees, supervisors, and managers with the appropriate application of all employee leave programs, and the maintenance of productive workforce through the facilitation of return‑to‑work options and the Employee Assistance Program.

We are looking for enthusiastic and motivated individuals to join our team. If you are interested in a challenging opportunity in a highly team‑oriented environment, you are encouraged to apply.

We are located in downtown Sacramento in the East End Complex across the street from the beautiful Capitol Park Rose Garden.

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

Desirable Qualifications

A highly team‑oriented and collaborative professional with a strong and comprehensive understanding of the full range of disability leave programs. Demonstrates excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey complex information clearly, accurately, and with empathy. Self‑motivated, enthusiastic, and committed to delivering exceptional customer service while maintaining a positive and solution‑focused approach.

Brings solid experience in Human Resources functions, including facilitating training, conducting presentations, and handling highly confidential and sensitive information with diligence and discretion. Knowledgeable in the application and interpretation of State and Federal laws related to the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), California Family Rights Act (CFRA), and Reasonable Accommodation (RA). Skilled in supporting employees and managers through complex leave management and accommodation processes, ensuring compliance, consistency, and fairness.

Consistently upholds the Department’s Core Values—Collaboration, Competence, Equity, Integrity, Respect, Responsibility, Trust, and Vision and integrates these principles into all interactions and decision‑making processes.

Contact Information

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

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

Human Resources Contact:
Human Resources Division
[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:
EEO 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.

Statement of Qualifications (SOQ)

1. Analysts at this level are considered to be advanced journey level professionals and are often asked to use critical thinking to understand and solve problems. Describe a time when you faced a complex problem with no clear solution. Describe how did your research and review multiple sources of information, use data and facts to guide your decisions, and apply sound judgement to make a recommendation. Provide the length of time, including start and end dates (month and year) of each job.

2. Analysts at this level rely on technical knowledge to apply specialized expertise and established procedures to ensure accurate, compliant, and reliable outcomes. Describe a project where you applied specialized knowledge in a specific subject area and followed established procedures, rules, and regulations to achieve clear outcomes. How did you handle tasks such as research, analysis, report preparation, compliance checks, and program implementation, and how did you translate your results into actionable advice for management? In your answer, please include the job(s) in which you performed these duties and the time spent in each job, including start and end dates (month and year) and level of responsibility.

3. Please describe your experience in Reasonable Accommodations that makes you a qualified candidate for this position.

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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 workplace. 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.

“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.”