Assistant Deputy Director, Policy and Research

California Department of Health Care Access and Information; Sacramento (CA); Hybrid; USD 115,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

The California Department of Health Care Access and Information is seeking an Assistant Deputy Director, Policy and Research to lead the Behavioral Health Policy Branch and the Research and Evaluation Branch from Sacramento with hybrid telework options.

This Career Executive Assignment offers strategic leadership, impact on statewide health workforce initiatives, and visibility within an innovative and equity-driven public service.

Job description

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.

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.

Position Details

Job Code #: JC-535112

Position #(s): 441-201-7500-XXX

Working Title: Assistant Deputy Director, Policy and Research

Classification: C. E. A.

$10,349.00 - $12,526.00 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: Career Executive Assignment - Non Tenured, Full Time

Department Information

California’s Department of Health Care Access and Information ensures healthcare access is provided to Californians where it is needed most. With offices in Sacramento and Los Angeles, we strengthen the state’s healthcare system through facility construction, expanding the health workforce, and providing health information. Our diverse team upholds the values of professionalism, innovation, equity, and service. We can provide you with the tools to start, build, or transition your career while making an impact for all Californians.

HCAI demonstrates a commitment to building an inclusive work environment that promotes diversity, where employees are appreciated, and comfortable as their authentic selves. We value our employees’ skills, experience, and unique perspectives because they enrich our workforce and make us stronger. We embrace and support a culture providing equitable opportunities which empowers health care access and information serving diverse CA populations.

Department Website: http://HCAI.ca.gov/

Job Description And Duties

HCAI's mission is to expand equitable access to quality, affordable health care for all Californians through resilient facilities, actionable information, and the health workforce each community needs.

The Assistant Deputy Director oversees the work of the Behavioral Health Policy Branch and the Research and Evaluation Branch. The incumbent is responsible for providing strategic leadership and programmatic oversight to support the activities of the Office of Health Workforce Development (OHWD) and implement statewide initiatives and strategies to advance access to a diverse, professional health workforce. Under the general guidance of the OHWD Deputy Director, the incumbent develops and recommends the goals, strategies, and priorities to align efforts across all sections of the policy, research and evaluation branches. Provides recommendations for short-and long-term goals for policy, research, and evaluation that advance the development of a diverse workforce that serves underserved Californians. Participates and makes recommendations as a member of the leadership and executive management team.

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

Special Requirements

A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) serves as the Examination for this position. To be considered for the position, candidates must submit a complete application package (State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678, SOQ, and resume). Instructions for the SOQ can be found below under the Examination Information section.

This position is subject to the Form 700 Statement of Economic Interests filing requirements, which requires disclosure of certain personal economic interests as determined by the Conflict of Interest Code of the Department of Health Care Access and Information. Pursuant to Government Code section 81008, Form 700 Statement of Economic Interests is public record and will be made available for public inspection.

Who May Apply

Individuals who are eligible to be appointed to this Career Executive Assignment (CEA) by the State of California.