Data Information Services Liaison

California Department of Health Care Access and Information; Sacramento (CA); Hybrid; USD 7,000 - 8,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Pension plan

Paid maternity leave

Paid paternity leave

Disability insurance

Job summary

A state health department in California seeks a Data Information Services Liaison to lead data analysis efforts and coordinate healthcare analytics. The ideal candidate will possess strong user experience design skills and a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field. This position offers a hybrid telework model and is pivotal in shaping California's healthcare initiatives, ensuring data-driven decisions. Join us in making healthcare accessible for all Californians.

Qualifications

• Minimum qualifications verified prior to interview.
• User experience design experience preferred.
• Strong data analysis capabilities required.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate healthcare analytics data product releases.
• Act as a user experience specialist for product development.
• Lead outreach and evaluation of programs.

Skills

Data analysis

User experience design

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field

Tools

Data visualization tools

Job description

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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-499949

Position #(s): 441‑610‑8338‑XXX

Working Title: Data Information Services Liaison

Classification: HEALTH PROGRAM SPECIALIST I

$6,623.00 – $8,290.00

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: Permanent, 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.

At HCAI’s Office of Information Services, we shape conversations and generate impactful insights about California’s healthcare landscape from data submitted to us by hospitals, health plans, prescription drug manufacturers, and California’s health workforce. These conversations and insights inform policymakers, researchers, community leaders, and the broader healthcare industry regarding topics such as health care cost transparency, the total cost of care, and health outcomes. Our mission is to expand equitable access to quality, affordable health care for all Californians and we want you to join us in our cause!

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.

To learn more about HCAI, visit: http://HCAI.ca.gov/

Job Description And Duties

Hybrid Telework Opportunity

Under the general direction of the Staff Services Manager II, Healthcare Analytics Branch within the Office of Information Services (OIS) Outreach and Engagement Unit, the Health Program Specialist I (HPS I) functions as a highly skilled specialist working as the team lead with a portfolio of external stakeholders to conduct outreach and evaluation of programs to align the Department of Healthcare Access and Information (HCAI) data collection, data analysis, and data product development and dissemination with stakeholder activities.

The incumbent is responsible for serving as the team lead in coordinating the healthcare analytics data product releases. The incumbent is also responsible for acting as a user experience specialist for the related product development. With general direction and working both independently and cooperatively with others, the incumbent plans and carries out assignments in a lead role to achieve objectives.

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Additional information about the job is available in the Duty Statement.

Special Requirements

Possession of Minimum Qualifications will be verified prior to interview and/or appointment. If you are meeting Minimum Qualifications with education, you must include a copy of your unofficial transcripts and/or license for verification. Official sealed transcripts will be required upon appointment. If it is determined an application does not meet the Minimum Qualifications, the applicant will be withheld from the eligibility list, rendering them inactive and ineligible to be hired for the position. Applicants who have been withheld may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board.

Application Instructions

Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.

Final Filing Date: 12/8/2025

Who May Apply

Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list or LEAP eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility (please attach your letter, if available). SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; therefore, individuals with other eligibility may be considered in the event no SROA or Surplus candidates apply.

Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).

How To Apply

Complete Application Packages (including your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting. Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included.

Address for Mailing Application Packages:

• Department of Health Care Access and Information
• 2020 West El Camino Avenue, Suite 1016, Sacramento, CA 95833

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages:

• Department of Health Care Access and Information
• 2020 West El Camino Avenue, Suite 1016, Sacramento, CA 95833
• Drop off at 8th Floor Receptionist, Attention Human Resources, 08:00 AM – 05:00 PM

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.CalCareers.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 – A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required. (The SOQ is a separate document with your Name and Job Control number noted on the top, typed in Arial 12 pt font, no more than two pages.) Resumes and cover letters do not take the place of the SOQ. Applications without a clearly titled SOQ or failure to follow instructions above will not be considered for the position.
• Please describe how your knowledge, skills, experience, and education relate to the qualifications listed in the job description.
• Please describe your experience developing visualizations for a wide variety of audiences.

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.

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Information Technology

Industries

Hospitals and Health Care

Inferred benefits

• Medical insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Pension plan
• Paid maternity leave
• Paid paternity leave
• Disability insurance