Lead Regulatory Policy Analyst

Job Description and Duties

Under general direction of the Supervisor II of the Patient Data Section, the Analyst III serves as the lead regulatory policy analyst for the section and independently manages the development, analysis, and implementation of complex rulemaking proposals. The incumbent independently plans, researches, drafts, and finalizes regulatory packages in compliance with applicable statutes, administrative requirements, and departmental policies and provides advanced consultative expertise to section management on regulatory interpretation, policy development, and compliance matters. Work is performed with a high degree of independence, discretion, and sound judgment.

In the Department of Health Care Access and Information (HCAI) Office of Health Information (OHI) work environment, staff handle confidential patient data. The Analyst III ensures all regulatory work complies with laws and HCAI policies governing the collection, use, disclosure, and safeguarding of confidential data.

Effective July 1, 2025, specific Bargaining Units and associated Excluded State employees are subject to a salary reduction between 2% - 4.62% in exchange for Personal Leave Program 2025 (PLP 2025) hours each month. For more details about PLP 2025 , visit the California Department of Human Resources (CalHR) website.

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Working Conditions

HCAI is committed to fostering a flexible, inclusive, and high-performing work environment that supports both operational excellence and employee well-being.

HCAI is housed in a state-of-the-art building outside of downtown off Interstate-5. Enjoy a great work environment with many amenities, including FREE PARKING and fully equipped pay-per-charge electric vehicle charging stations. HCAI is close to many dining and shopping choices.

HCAI supports a hybrid telework schedule for many positions, consistent with operational requirements. Telework schedules are only available for CA residents. The telework policy is subject to change, and additional in-office days may be required and/or minimal notification may be given to report to the worksite if an urgent need arises.

Visa Sponsorship: HCAI is not an E-Verify employer and does not provide visa sponsorship. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of appointment.

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:

• 4 years experience coordinating and managing complex regulatory processes including development of rule making packages and interaction with external stakeholders.
• 4 years experience interpreting and applying state and federal statues, regulations, and policies related to health care programs, data reporting, or regulatory compliance.
• 4 years experience analyzing or disseminating confidential healthcare data, including International Classification of Diseases and Current Procedural Terminology coding systems and conventions
• Knowledge of state rule making requirements, including the regulatory process outlined by the California Office of Administrative Law and the California Administrative Procedure Act.
• Demonstrated ability to lead complex projects, provide guidance to staff, and track deliverables to completion.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to research complex policy issues and develop clear recommendations for leadership.
• Demonstrated written and verbal communication skills, including outreach to stakeholders, preparing documents, issue papers, and/or executive-level briefings.
• Knowledge of health care data systems, reporting requirements, and data standards (e.g., patient encounter or hospital discharge data).

Benefits

In addition to competitive public employee wages and a comprehensive benefits package, our employees enjoy meaningful and interesting work that supports access to healthcare.

To learn more about benefits for State employees, visit the Salary and Benefits page on the CalHR Benefits Website .

University of California (UC) and California State University (CSU) employees may qualify to transfer their current and previous employment credit to State of California employment through CalPERS. Human Resources can help with this process upon employment or you can reach out to CalPERS for inquiries at (888) 225-7377.

Additional Application Requirements

To be considered for this vacancy, please complete all applicable fields on the application form, including a list or description of previous/current work experience in the duties performed section. The application should also clearly demonstrate the candidate’s ability to meet the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification.

Any documents you submit for a job vacancy such as your state application, resume, cover letter, educational transcripts, etc. SHOULD NOT include ANY confidential information e.g. Social Security Number (SSN).

Possession of Minimum Qualifications will be verified prior to interview and/or appointment. If you are using education to meet the minimum qualifications for this position, you must submit a copy of your high school or college/university transcript(s). Unofficial transcripts may be accepted during the application process; however, submission of official transcripts may be required prior to appointment.

Foreign Degrees or Transcripts – Applicants with foreign degrees or transcripts who wish to apply that coursework toward meeting the minimum qualifications of the classification must provide a transcript evaluation that indicates the number of units to which his/her foreign coursework is equivalent. HCAI accepts foreign transcript evaluations completed by agencies approved by the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing or by current members of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES).

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 optional. It may be included, but is not required.
• Statement of Qualifications -

  A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) must be submitted to apply for this position. (The SOQ is a separate document with your Name and Job Control number noted on the top, typed in Arial 12 pt font, no more than two pages.) Your response must be in narrative form and include responses to questions 1, 2, and 3 in the order below. Number your responses to coincide with the questions:

  1. Please describe how your knowledge, skills, experience, and education relate to the qualifications listed in the job description.
  2. Describe your experience drafting regulatory language or interpreting program specific regulatory language.
  3. Describe your experience analyzing patient level healthcare data.

  
  To support fair hiring, applicants should prepare their application materials using their own knowledge, experience, and skills. Your responses should show your own qualifications and work history. Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools should only be used responsibly.