Data De-Identification Specialist (Hybrid)

California Department of Health Care Services; Sacramento (CA); Hybrid; USD 7,000 - 9,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Paid holidays

Retirement program

Flexible telework

Job summary

California Department of Health Care Services in Sacramento is seeking a Data De-Identification Specialist I (Hybrid) to join the Data Fulfillment Branch. You will develop and maintain database protocols related to Medi-Cal data to meet DHCS objectives and respond to internal and external stakeholder requests.

This 12-month limited term position offers telework flexibility, a salary range of $6,955.00–$8,970.00, and the chance to work with SAS/SQL and health-care program data on diverse projects.

Qualifications

• Experience with SAS, SQL or other similar statistical software.
• Experience working with health-care program data.
• Experience working on multiple projects with competing deadlines.

Skills

SAS/SQL

Health data

Multi-projects

Job description

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. If you are interested in joining our team!

About this Role:

The Enterprise Data and Information Management (EDIM), Data Analytics Division (DAD) at the California DHCS is seeking a highly motivated and experienced individual to join our team as a Research Data Specialist I (RDS I) within the Data Fulfillment Branch (DFB). Under general direction of the Research Data Supervisor I (RD Sup I), the RDS I will perform a wide range of advanced research and data management and maintenance support tasks. The incumbent will develop, implement, maintain, and enhance database protocols related to health care policy and the Medi-Cal program as necessary to accomplish the goals and objectives of the Data Transparency Section within the DFB of the DAD, EDIM, and DHCS. The RDS I is responsible for independently developing complex Medi-Cal healthcare program analytic products in response to requests from internal and external DHCS stakeholders. The RDS I works independently and in partnership with researchers, contractors, and professionals from state and national agencies.

Training and Development (T&D) assignments may be considered for this position for current California civil service employees. T&D assignments cannot exceed 24 months. However, successful T&D candidates may transition to a permanent appointment, if eligible at the end of the T&D assignment. This position has been advertised as limited term and is expected to last 24 months; it may become permanent or be extended.

Minimum Requirements

RESEARCH DATA SPECIALIST I

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

Additional Documents

• Job Application Package Checklist
• Duty Statement

Position Details

Job Code #: JC-527249

Position #(s): 803-396-5742-912

Working Title: Data De-Identification Specialist (Hybrid)

Classification: RESEARCH DATA SPECIALIST I

Salary: $6,955.00 - $8,970.00

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: 12 Month Limited Term - 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 the DHCS' recent projects and happenings that our Department has accomplished in the DHCS Newsroom.

The DAD's mission is to describe and analyze data to answer questions that can be used to meet business objectives and drive decision-making.

All hires pending HR approval.

Desirable Qualifications

• Experience with SAS, SQL or other similar statistical software.
• Experience working with health-care program data.
• Experience working on multiple projects with competing deadlines.

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

Personal Leave Program (PLP) 2025 agreement

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 positions 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.

Telework and Salary Information

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.

The DHCS office location for this position is at 1700 K Street, Sacramento, CA 95811.

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.

Contact Information

Hiring Unit Contact:
Kathy Lao
[phone]
[e-mail]

Reasonable Accommodations to interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. Also contact 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.