Senior Health Unit Analyst

California Lottery; Sacramento (CA); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid telework schedule

Job summary

The California Lottery is seeking an Analyst III to lead the Health (Medical Leave Management) Unit analytics. You will independently handle the most complex assignments related to Workers' Compensation, Reasonable Accommodation, TLDA, Return-to-Work, EAP, and Wellness, providing guidance to junior analysts and coordinating special projects.

This role requires a current Analyst III exam and a track record of translating data into actionable recommendations for management.

Qualifications

• Experience with Workers' Compensation processes and related forms.
• Ability to interpret leave and disability policies and provide guidance.
• Proven analytical and case-management skills for sensitive matters.

Responsibilities

• Lead analyst for the Health Unit, handling the most complex assignments.
• Provide lead direction to Health Unit analysts and coordinate special projects.
• Develop reports and recommendations for management and act as operational lead when needed.

Skills

Workers' Compensation processes

Reasonable Accommodation

Return-to-Work coordination

Data analysis

Leadership/mentoring

Education

Current Analyst III exam

Tools

OSHA reporting forms

Case management systems

Job description

Under the general direction of the Supervisor I, Health (Medical Leave Management) Unit Supervisor, the Analyst III serves as the lead analyst and technical expert for the Health (Medical Leave Management) Unit. The incumbent independently performs the most complex analytical assignments related to Workers' Compensation, Reasonable Accommodation (RA), Temporary Light Duty Assignment (TLDA), Return-to-Work coordination, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Wellness, and related health programs. The Analyst III provides lead direction and guidance to Health Unit analysts, coordinates special projects and program initiatives, develops reports and recommendations for management, and serves as the primary operational lead in the absence of the Supervisor I.

This position requires a current Analyst III exam. If you need to take the exam or if your score has expired.

This position is headquartered at the Sacramento location is eligible for a hybrid telework schedule. Employees must be able to report to their assigned headquarters office as assigned. Travel expense to and from the assigned headquarters are the responsibility of the employee. Eligibility for telework requires the employee to reside in California per California Government Code Section 14200 which states: "telecommuting means the partial or total substitution of computers or telecommunication technologies, or both, for the commute to work by employees residing in California.

Why choose the California State Lottery?

People Are Drawn To The Lottery Because We:

• Are an energetic, creative, and talented team
• Value diversity and inclusion in the workplace
• Empower team members to bring their knowledge, expertise, and innovation
• Recognize individual and team contributions
• Support the importance of work-life balance
• Invest in the professional development of our team members
• Are dedicated to preserving our environment by lowering our carbon footprint

Required Application Package Documents

The Following Items Are Required To Be Submitted With Your Application. Applicants Who Do Not Submit The Required Items Timely May Not Be Considered For This Job:

• 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 optional. It may be included, but is not required.

Desirable Qualifications

In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:

• Experience with Workers' Compensation processes, including reviewing QME documents, processing Supplemental Authority Requests (SARs), and coordinating with supervisors and analysts on case updates.
• Proficiency in OSHA reporting requirements, including completing OSHA Forms 300, 301, and 301A, maintaining injury logs, and preparing annual summaries for posting.
• Knowledge of Reasonable Accommodation procedures, particularly in processing telework and ergonomic or equipment-related accommodation requests.
• Expert knowledge of leave and disability programs, including Workers' Compensation, FMLA, CFRA, PDL, Reasonable Accommodation, TLDA, Return-to-Work, Catastrophic Leave, and RLL, with the ability to interpret policies and provide guidance to staff and management.
• Strong analytical and case-management skills, with the ability to review sensitive cases, identify appropriate next steps, and make well-reasoned recommendations to management.
• Experience managing sensitive or escalated employee matters, including serving as a primary contact for union-related communications and handling complex or confidential issues with discretion and professionalism.