Section Chief (Hybrid Option)

Job Description and Duties

Why Join DHCS?

The Department of Health Care Services (DHCS) is the backbone of California’s health care safety net. Our success is made possible by the hard work of more than 4,800 DHCS team members and through collaboration with the federal government and other state agencies, counties, and partners for the care of low-income families, children, pregnant women, older adults, and persons with disabilities. This is an exciting opportunity to join our diverse team in the following role. If you are interested in joining our team, apply today!

About this Role:

Under general direction of the Manager II, the Supervisor II manages, supervises and directs the activities of multidisciplinary staff for the Provider Reimbursement Unit (PRU) and Hospital Quality Assurance Fee (HQAF) Unit.

Pursuant to federal and state statute, the Supervisor II directs and plans the administration of the supplemental payment programs within PRU and the HQAF Unit. Implementation of each HQAF Program Period requires coordinated development and implementation activities with other DHCS Divisions and offices.

The Supervisor II works collaboratively to maintain an environment of teamwork and open communication within DHCS and a proactive and positive relationship with hospitals, federal representatives, and other stakeholders impacted by the supplemental payment programs within PRU and the HQAF Unit.

Have questions and/or need assistance? Contact [email protected] , we are here to help walk you through the state hiring process!

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.

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Working Conditions

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

Special Requirements

Simple Application Steps:

If you are interested in this position, complete the following simple steps:

1. Review the education and experience minimum qualifications (MQ’s) of the Supervisor II Supervisor II - CalHR . See the Minimum Requirements section below.

2. Complete the statement of qualifications and the state application by clicking “Apply Now” above. See below for detailed application instructions.

3. Submit your application package with all required documents, which include the statement of qualifications - see the "Required Application Package Documents" section below.

4. Once you have applied, take the Supervisor II Examination Supervisor II - Exam .

Statement of Qualifications Requirement Section:

Applicants must submit a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) responding to the questions below. Responses must include total years of experience and examples. SOQs must be no more than four (4) pages typed, using 12 size font, business professional font and formatting. General SOQs or resumes that do not respond directly to the questions below will not be accepted.

Statement of Qualifications:

1. Describe your experience analyzing state and federal laws, regulations and other legal requirements as it pertains to programs.
2. Explain in detail your financial, Excel, data and other technical experience.
3. Describe your experience with internal and external stakeholders.
4. Describe your experience successfully building and developing teams.
5. Describe your experience with handling heavy workload with competing priorities.

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

Benefits

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)

Additionally, as a team member of the State of California, you may be eligible for many benefits, such as:

· 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

Full benefits information can be found on CalHR's

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Telework Information and Salary Information:

This position is currently eligible for telework up to three days per week and is required to report in person a minimum of two days per week. 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:1500 Capitol Avenue, Sacramento, CA 95814

Personal Leave Program (PLP) 2025 agreement:

Salary: 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.

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 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 -

  Refer to the Statement of Qualifications Requirement Section for instructions.