Health Program Lead — Provider Networks & Policy (Hybrid)

California Department of Managed Health Care; California; Hybrid; USD 74,000 - 93,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid telework

Job summary

California Department of Managed Health Care (DMHC) seeks a Health Program Specialist I to lead complex health program projects within the Division of Provider Networks. You will analyze policy issues, draft recommendations for counsel, and coordinate cross-divisional efforts to ensure licensing compliance with the Knox-Keene Act and Regulations.

The role involves independent data analysis, reporting, and progress tracking, with potential for hybrid telework and statewide impact in DMHC programs.

Qualifications

• Experience with project management and providing leadership on health program projects.
• Strong analytical skills for quantitative and qualitative data.
• Ability to draft policy-related written materials and recommendations.
• Effective communication, both oral and written, with diverse stakeholders.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work under pressure in a public-sector setting.

Responsibilities

• Lead highly complex health program projects and manage cross-divisional workgroups.
• Research, analyze, and draft material on policy matters for executives and counsel.
• Monitor compliance with Knox-Keene Act and Regulations in health plans.
• Coordinate with outside stakeholders and track project goals and timelines.
• Provide expert guidance on programmatic areas within the Division of Provider Networks.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Data analysis

Policy analysis

Oral and written communication

Job description

California Department of Managed Health Care (DMHC) seeks a Health Program Specialist I to lead complex health program projects within the Division of Provider Networks. You will analyze policy issues, draft recommendations for counsel, and coordinate cross-divisional efforts to ensure licensing compliance with the Knox-Keene Act and Regulations.

The role involves independent data analysis, reporting, and progress tracking, with potential for hybrid telework and statewide impact in DMHC programs.