DISABILITY EVALUATION ANALYST

California Department of Social Services; Sacramento (CA); Hybrid; USD 46,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The California Department of Social Services is seeking a Disability Evaluation Analyst in Sacramento to assess eligibility for disability benefits under SSA, SSI, and Medi-Cal. You will work with medical and vocational evidence to determine impairment severity and work capacity within a collaborative team.

This permanent, full-time role requires successful completion of training and involvement in team quality and workflow; hybrid telework is available in Sacramento County.

Qualifications

• This position involves evaluating disability claims under SSA, SSI, and Medi-Cal Disability programs.
• Requires completion of a formal training period and collaboration with a Medical Consultant.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of initial disability benefit claims.
• Gather medical and vocational evidence and determine impairment severity.
• Evaluate applicant’s ability to engage in substantial gainful activity and participate in team decisions.

Job description

Position Details

Job Code #: JC-531562

Position #(s): 800-941-5365-910

Working Title: Disability Evaluation Analyst

Classification: DISABILITY EVALUATION ANALYST

$3,861.00 - $4,839.00 A
$4,181.00 - $5,233.00 B
$5,014.00 - $6,276.00 C

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

Are you interested in making a difference in the lives of fellow Californians while achieving your career goals? Do you set high standards for yourself and enjoy a collaborative and challenging work environment? The mission of the California Department of Social Services is to serve, protect, and support the people of California experiencing need in ways that empower wellbeing and disrupt systemic inequities. The vision of the California Department of Social Services is to provide quality services with a commitment to an inclusive, diverse, and equitable California where all people can thrive.

CDSS Guiding Principles

• Diversity. Equity. Inclusion. Accessibility. Belonging. We ensure opportunities for everyone to participate in a meaningful way in fulfilling the mission and vision of CDSS.
• Community Engagement We prioritize the lived experiences of community members as a driving force behind the creation, implementation, desired impact, or change of programs and services.
• Empowerment We engage, operate, and advocate from the understanding that each community and person have desires and capabilities to lead in their own life.
• Quality Services We provide services that align intent and impact by ensuring that they are accessible, community driven, interconnected, and continuously improved.
• Data Defined Outcomes We equitably collect and analyze data, take data-driven action, and measure outcomes relevant to those we serve, ensuring transparency and accountability.

Job Description And Duties

Under the general direction of the Team Manager (DESA I), and after successful completion of a formal training period, the Disability Evaluation Analyst (DEA) is responsible for a caseload consisting of initial claims for benefits under the Social Security, Supplemental Security Income, and/or Medi-Cal Disability programs. The DEA is responsible, in conjunction with a Medical Consultant (MC), for establishing an applicant’s eligibility for disability benefits by obtaining medical and vocational evidence, determining impairment severity, and evaluating the ability to engage in substantial work activity. The DEA is a full participant on the team and is involved in decision-making regarding team endeavors related to team quality, workflow and production.

This position is located in Sacramento.

You must take the Disability Evaluation Analyst examination to be considered for this position.

NOTE: This exam is not the same as the Analyst exam series.

This position requires Federal fingerprint clearance and background check. Criminal record checks of prospective full- or part-time CDSS, Disability Determination Service Division (DDSD) personnel will be conducted. Applicants for this position will be required to submit fingerprints for Federal processing. Federal clearance is a condition of employment for this position. (Homeland Security Presidential Directive 12)

Please Note: As part of the hiring process, all candidates will be required to submit acceptable forms of identification in accordance with the I-9 List of Acceptable Documents to verify employment/suitability eligibility. If you choose to present a California State-Issued Driver’s License as one of your documents, it must be Real-ID compliant. For more information on acceptable documents, please refer to the official I-9 List of Acceptable ID Types. Click on the link below:

https://aims.ba.ad.ssa.gov/files/aims/attachments/Acceptable%20ID%20List%20PIV.pdf

Subject to Social Security Administration hiring authority. All applications will be screened and only the most qualified will be interviewed.

The Department of Social Services does not participate in E-Verify for employment authorization purposes. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship by the start date of employment.

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

Special Requirements

• The position(s) require(s) a Background Investigation be cleared prior to being hired.

Do not include any confidential information in any documents (i.e., application, resume, or transcripts) you submit for this job vacancy. Confidential information that should be excluded or removed from these documents include but is not limited to: Social Security Number (SSN), birthday and/or age, photos, student/other ID number, driver’s license number (unless required), basis of eligibility, exam results, LEAP status, and marital status. Confidential information submitted via a CalCareer Account (electronic application) is automatically redacted upon submission.

You are required to complete employment history on the application form (STD 678). You may be disqualified from the hiring and selection process if the employment history is inaccurate or incomplete. Resumes will not take the place of employment history. If you are meeting minimum qualifications with education, you must include your unofficial transcripts for verification. If selected, you may be required to provide official transcripts at the time of hire.

Candidates who reside outside of the State of California may be admitted to the job interview, but they must provide proof of residence in California prior to being eligible for appointment.

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).

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.