Fiscal and Admin Operations Section Chief

California Department of Health Care Access and Information; Sacramento (CA); Hybrid; USD 88,000 - 109,000; Full time

Job summary

California Department of Health Care Access and Information seeks a strategic Supervisor II, Fiscal and Admin Operations Section Chief to lead OHWD's fiscal, procurement, contracting, and administrative operations in support of statewide health workforce programs.

Under the Operations Branch Chief, the role guides budget planning, fiscal management, procurement, contracting, and resource allocation activities; serves as trusted advisor to leadership; leads development of efficient business

Qualifications

• SOQ must be submitted to apply for this position.
• SOQ must be in 12-point Arial font, single-spaced, and no more than 3 pages in length.
• SOQ must include responses to the three questions in numerical order; do not consolidate responses.

Responsibilities

• Lead fiscal operations for the Office of Health Workforce Development, including budget planning, fiscal management, procurement, contracting, and resource allocation.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to leadership, guiding financial decision-making and ensuring compliance and accountability.
• Develop efficient business processes, policies, and tracking tools that promote transparency and operational excellence.
• Oversee administrative and workforce operations and cultivate partnerships with internal and external stakeholders.

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.

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.

Position Details

Job Code #: JC-537377

Position #(s): 441-201-4801-XXX

Working Title: Fiscal and Admin Operations Section Chief

Classification: SUPERVISOR II

$7,872.00 - $9,781.00

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 works to ensure that healthcare is available where Californians need it most. With offices in Sacramento and Los Angeles, we strengthen the state’s healthcare system through facility construction, expanding the health workforce, and providing vital health information. Our diverse team upholds the values of professionalism, innovation, equity, and service. We provide tools and support to help you start, build, or transition your career while making a meaningful impact for all Californians.

The Office of Health Workforce Development increases access to healthcare services in underserved communities with a focus on building a diverse workforce. Our team evaluates healthcare policy, investigates workforce gaps, and distributes over 3,000 awards each year in the form of scholarships, loans, and grants. Be a part of a community of professionals that create innovative solutions to ensure all Californians have access to equitable and quality health care.

HCAI is committed to building an inclusive work environment that promotes diversity, where employees are appreciated and feel comfortable being 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 of equitable opportunity, empowering our employees to advance health care access and information for the diverse populations we serve across California.

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

Job Description And Duties

The Office of Health Workforce Development (OHWD), Operations Branch, is seeking a highly motivated, strategic, and collaborative leader to serve as the Supervisor II, Fiscal and Admin Operations Section Chief. Under the general direction of the Operations Branch Chief, this position provides leadership and oversight of OHWD's fiscal, procurement, contracting, administrative, and human resources operations that support programs advancing California's health workforce.

This is an exciting leadership opportunity for a strategic and collaborative professional to oversee the fiscal and operational foundation of OHWD. The Supervisor II provides leadership over budget planning, fiscal management, procurement, contracting, and resource allocation activities that support the Office's statewide programs and initiatives. Serving as a trusted advisor to leadership, the incumbent guides financial decision-making, ensures compliance and accountability, and leads the development of efficient business processes, policies, and tracking tools that promote transparency and operational excellence. The Supervisor II also oversees administrative and workforce operations, develops and supports staff, and cultivates strong partnerships with internal and external stakeholders to advance OHWD's mission and organizational effectiveness.

Interviews are anticipated to be the week of December 7th.

Effective July 1, 2025, specific Bargaining Units and associated Excluded State employees are subject to a salary reduction between 2% - 4.62% in exchange for Personal Leave Program 2025 (PLP 2025) hours each month. For more details about PLP 2025 , visit the California Department of Human Resources (CalHR) website.

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

Special Requirements

A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) must be submitted to apply for this position. The SOQ must be in 12-point Arial font, single-spaced, and no more than 3 pages in length. The SOQ must include responses to the following questions in numerical order; do not consolidate responses.

• Describe your experience leading fiscal operations for a division, office, or program. Include your role in budget development and monitoring, fiscal analysis, expenditure forecasting, resource allocation, financial reporting, audits, budget change proposals, and/or responses to control agencies. Provide a specific example that demonstrates the scope of your fiscal responsibility and the impact of your work.
• Describe your experience managing administrative and operational functions, such as procurement, contracting, human resources, personnel management, training coordination, process improvement, and/or program operations.
• Describe your leadership philosophy and approach to managing and developing staff. Include how you establish expectations, promote accountability, support professional growth, manage performance issues, and foster a collaborative and inclusive work environment.

To support fair hiring

To support fair hiring, applicants should prepare their application materials using their own knowledge, experience, and skills. Your responses should show your own qualifications and work history. Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools should only be used responsibly.

Who May Apply

Final Filing Date: 11/13/2026

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).

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.