Branch Chief (Hybrid Option)

California Department of Health Care Services; Sacramento (CA); Hybrid; USD 107.000 - 121.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Hybrid work option

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Zusammenfassung

California Department of Health Care Services in Sacramento is seeking a Branch Chief (Hybrid Option) at the Manager II level to lead the Capitated Rates Development Division. The role oversees financial analysis, policy development, and program implementation affecting Medi‑Cal managed care capitation rates across California.

The position requires directing multiple sections, providing strategic guidance, and working in a hybrid telework environment with permanent, full‑time status.

Qualifikationen

• Minimum Requirements described in the Class Specification.

Aufgaben

• Plans, organizes, directs, and reviews the work of multiple sections responsible for financial analysis, policy development, and program implementation activities.
• Oversees financial program operations impacting Medi-Cal managed care plans and advises on complex financial policy.

Jobbeschreibung

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.

About this Role

The Capitated Rates Development Division (CRDD) is responsible for the development of Medi-Cal managed care capitation rates and the implementation of financial policy impacting more than 10 million Medi-Cal beneficiaries across California's 58 counties. Under general direction of the CRDD Division Chief, (CEA Level B) the Manager II plans, organizes, directs, and reviews the work of multiple sections responsible for financial analysis and review, policy development, and program implementation activities. The Manager II assist in reporting analyses and policy changes required for Medi-Cal budget assumptions (Local Assistance Estimate) to the DHCS Fiscal Financial Division (FFD). The Manager II's sections perform non-actuarial functions related to development, analysis, and implementation of Medi-Cal managed care capitation rates, provision of technical assistance to assigned health plans, and implementation of financial policies including directed payments and other provider payment arrangements. The incumbent independently oversees financial program operations impacting Medi-Cal managed care plans, advises the Division Chief on complex financial policy and technical calculations, and represents the Division to internal and external stakeholders.

This position is subject to the Department's Conflict of Interest Code and filing a Statement of Economic Interests (Form 700) when assuming office, annually while in office, and upon leaving office.

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.

• MANAGER II

Additional Documents

• Job Application Package Checklist


• Duty Statement

Position Details

Job Code #: JC-533169

Position #(s): 805-760-4802-002

Working Title: Branch Chief (Hybrid Option)

Classification: MANAGER II

$9,572.00 - $10,867.00

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.

Take a look at some of DHCS' recent projects and happenings that our Department has accomplished in the DHCS Newsroom.

Required Application Package Documents

• Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at www.CalCareer.ca.gov. All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.


• Resume is required and must be included.


• Statement of Qualifications - Refer to the Statement of Qualifications Requirement Section for instructions.

Statement of Qualifications Requirement Section

• Briefly describe your highest level of experience in program management, business, or financial administration, or a related discipline.


• Describe a leadership strategy you have applied to improve operations or outcomes within your organization, and what result came from it.

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.

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

Full benefits information can be found on CalHR's California State Civil Service Employee Benefits Summary

DHCS 2023-2027 Strategic Plan provides more information about our commitment to serving Californians and organizational excellence.

Contact Information

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

Hiring Unit Contact:

Megan Yim

[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 Officer

[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.

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.

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.

Additional Information

Using the online application system as specified in the announcement is the preferred method of applying for civil service job opportunities; however, applicants may instead apply by way of U.S. mail, parcel delivery or courier service, or in person, as set forth in this announcement.

Paper applications must include a signature. Dates printed on envelopes by mobile barcodes or equivalent mobile print technology are not acceptable proof of the date the application and any other required documents or materials were filed. Applicants must state their basis of eligibility (List Eligibility, Lateral Transfer, Reinstatement, T&D, or Surplus/SROA), and the Job Control (JC) number and/or position number in the \"Examination(s) or Job Title(s), For Which You Are Applying\" section on the STD. 678. Surplus/SROA candidates should submit a copy of their letter with their application. Please remove any confidential information (i.e., social security number, date of birth, etc.) as well as any information regarding your LEAP eligibility and/or exam scores from your documents prior to submission.

All information on the Employment Application (STD 678) must be completed. Applicants should include all employment history on the Employment Application (STD 678), including detailed job descriptions, hours worked per week, and start/end dates (MM/DD/YYYY). Resumes or other documents may not be substituted for the Employment Application (STD 678).

Application Deadline

Final Filing Date: 10/21/2026

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.