MANAGER II

State of California; California (MO); Hybrid; USD 107,000 - 121,000; Full time

Job summary

State of California’s Department of Health Care Services is hiring a Branch Chief (Hybrid Option) – Manager II to lead the Capitated Rates Development Division. This role directs multiple sections and ensures accurate financial analysis and policy development for Medi-Cal rates.

The Manager II will oversee operations, advise the Division Chief on complex calculations, and coordinate with internal and external stakeholders while navigating telework options and statewide salary structures.

Qualifications

• Experience planning, directing, and reviewing work across multiple sections.
• Ability to perform financial analyses and develop policy for Medi-Cal programs.
• Background in budgeting processes and program implementation for large public health programs.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, direct, and review the work of multiple sections within CRDD.
• Provide analyses and policy guidance for Medi-Cal budget assumptions.
• Oversee financial program operations and advise the Division Chief on complex calculations.
• Represent the Division to internal and external stakeholders.

Skills

Leadership

Financial analysis

Policy development

Program management

Job description

Branch Chief (Hybrid Option) – Manager II.

Department of Health Care Services. Classification JC-533169. Salary: $9,572.00 - $10,867.00 per month. New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

Final Filing Date: 10/21/2026.

The Capitated Rates Development Division (CRDD) is responsible for the development of Medi-Cal managed care capitation rates and the implementation of financial policy impacting more than 10 million Medi-Cal beneficiaries across California's 58 counties. Under general direction of the CRDD Division Chief, (CEA Level B) the Manager II plans, organizes, directs, and reviews the work of multiple sections responsible for financial analysis and review, policy development, and program implementation activities. The Manager II assist in reporting analyses and policy changes required for Medi-Cal budget assumptions (Local Assistance Estimate) to the DHCS Fiscal Financial Division (FFD). The Manager II's sections perform non-actuarial functions related to development, analysis, and implementation of Medi-Cal managed care capitation rates, provision of technical assistance to assigned health plans, and implementation of financial policies including directed payments and other provider payment arrangements. The incumbent independently oversees financial program operations impacting Medi-Cal managed care plans, advises the Division Chief on complex financial policy and technical calculations, and represents the Division to internal and external stakeholders.

This position is subject to the Department's Conflict of Interest Code and filing a Statement of Economic Interests (Form 700) when assuming office, annually while in office, and upon leaving office.

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

Working Conditions

Please see the Telework and Salary Information section below for telework, reporting location, and temporary statewide salary reduction details.

Minimum Requirements

• MANAGER II

Job Information

Number of Positions: Multiple.

Telework: Hybrid.

Job Type: Permanent, 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 DHCS' recent projects and happenings that our Department has accomplished in the DHCS Newsroom.

Statement of Qualifications Requirement Section

Applicants must include a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) for this recruitment. The SOQ is a narrative discussion, not a cover letter, prepared by the applicant describing how their skills, knowledge, abilities, education, training, and experience, qualify them for the position. The SOQ serves as documentation of the applicant’s ability to present information clearly and provide DHCS additional information about their experience and qualifications concisely in writing. The DHCS may not consider applicants who fail to provide an SOQ with their application. Resumes do not take the place of the SOQ.

• Briefly describe your highest level of experience in program management, business, or financial administration, or a related discipline.


• Describe a leadership strategy you have applied to improve operations or outcomes within your organization, and what result came from it.

Candidates who do not complete and submit a SOQ may not be considered for this position.

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.

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.

Benefits and Engagement

DHCS is dedicated to creating an innovative workplace for its team members that is inclusive, diverse, and interactive! Here are a few of the ways we stay engaged with our team:

• 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

Contact Information

The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.

Require Reasonable Accommodations? Please direct requests for reasonable accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position can be directed to 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).

Telework and Salary Information

Telework: 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.

Business travel may be required, and reimbursement considers an employee’s designated office and residence subject to regulations and bargaining unit contract provisions. All commute expenses to the reporting location will be the responsibility of the selected candidate.

The DHCS office location for this position is 1501 Capitol Avenue, Sacramento, CA, 95814.

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 position’s 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.

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.