SUPERVISOR II

State of California; California (MO); Hybrid; USD 88,000 - 109,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid telework

Job summary

The State of California, Department of Health Care Services, is seeking an experienced Enhanced Care Management Section Chief to lead ECM program operations and policy implementation in a fast-paced environment.

You will provide statewide strategic oversight, coordinate across agencies, and drive data-informed decisions while supervising staff and managing complex projects.

Qualifications

• Experience developing, implementing, and monitoring health policy.
• Strong analytical and data interpretation skills, including dashboards or program analytics.
• Ability to lead cross-functional work and manage multi-stakeholder policy efforts.
• Excellent written and verbal communication for executive audiences.
• Strong project and workload management in a fast-paced environment.
• Proven ability to supervise, mentor, and develop staff.
• Ability to establish effective working relationships with internal and external partners.
• Sound judgment and ability to navigate ambiguity.

Skills

Cross-functional leadership

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Project management

Job description

Job Posting:Enhanced Care Management Section Chief

Department of Health Care Services

JC-534256 -

JC-534256 - Enhanced Care Management Section Chief SUPERVISOR II

$7,872.00 - $9,781.00 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: 10/16/2026

About this Role

The Clinical Population Health Care Management Branch at the Department of Health Care Services (DHCS) is seeking a dynamic Section Chief who is passionate about improving care management services and driving meaningful change in a start-up like environment. This position plays a key role in monitoring and operations of Enhanced Care Management (ECM), implementation of Fee-for-Service Care Management, and other Population Health Management policies. The Enhanced Care ManagementSection Chief will providing strategic leadership and statewide program oversight to ensure consistent, effective implementation and operations of care management services and other PHM policies. Ideal candidates will possess excellent analytical skills, cross stakeholder coordination, superb project management skills, thrive in a fast-paced setting, and be eager to help DHCS grow and enhance the quality of its population health programs.

Have questions and/or need assistance? Contact [e-mail] , we are here to help walk you through the state hiring process! This classification, previously known as the Staff Services Manager IIclassification, is now referred to as the SupervisorII classification, effective January 1, 2026. *See the ImpactedClassifications Here

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

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• SUPERVISOR II

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

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 .

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 developing, implementing, & monitoring health policy, preferably within Medi-Cal.
• Strong analytical and data interpretation skills, including ability to use dashboards, or program analytics to inform decision.
• Demonstrated ability to lead cross functional work and manager complex, multi-stakeholder policy efforts.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including ability to synthesize complex issues for executive audiences.
• Strong project and workload management skills, with ability to prioritize and meet deadlines in a fast paced environment.
• Proven ability to supervise, mentor, and develop staff and build high performing teams.
• Ability to establish effective working relationships with internal and external partners.
• Sound judgment, initiative, professionalism, and ability to navigate ambiguity.

Telework and Salary Information

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 Capital Ave, Sacramento, CA 95814.

Personal Leave Program (PLP) 2025 agreement

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.

Additional Information

Using the online application system as specified in the announcement is the preferred method of applying for civil service job opportunities; however, applicants may instead apply by way of U.S. mail, parcel delivery or courier service, or in person, as set forth in this announcement.

Paper applications must include a signature. Dates printed on envelopes by mobile barcodes or equivalent mobile print technology are not acceptable proof of the date the application and any other required documents or materials were filed. Applicants must state their basis of eligibility (List Eligibility, Lateral Transfer, Reinstatement, T&D, or Surplus/SROA), and the Job Control (JC) number and/or position number in the “Examination(s) or Job Title(s), For Which You Are Applying” section on the STD. 678. Surplus/SROA candidates should submit a copy of their letter with their application. Please remove any confidential information (i.e., social security number, date of birth, etc.) as well as any information regarding your LEAP eligibility and/or exam scores from your documents prior to submission.

All information on the Employment Application (STD 678) must be completed. Applicants should include all employment history on the Employment Application (STD 678), including detailed job descriptions, hours worked per week, and start/end dates (MM/DD/YYYY). Resumes or other documents may not be substituted for the Employment Application (STD 678).

If applying electronically, please note that CalCareers no longer allows applicants to withdraw their applications. If you need assistance to withdraw your application, please contact the Recruitment Section at [e-mail] . For all other questions regarding your CalCareer account, please contact CalHR’s [e-mail] .

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.