Legislative and PRA Coordinator

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 the direction of the Manager II, Program Administration and Services Branch (PASB) in the Medi-Cal Eligibility Division (MCED), the Analyst II serves as the Division lead in all matters pertaining to state legislation concerning Medi-Cal eligibility and the Public Records Act (PRA). The Analyst II performs a wide variety of administrative and analytical assignments, working collaboratively with staff within MCED, other divisions and offices within the Department of Health Care Services (DHCS), such as the Office of Legal Services (OLS) and Legislative and Governmental Affairs (LGA), and external stakeholders.

The Analyst II serves as the MCED Legislative Coordinator. Tracks the coordination and analysis of proposed and approved Medi-Cal eligibility legislation and regulations, providing regular status reports and other relevant information. Drafts legislative bill analyses, develops implementation strategies and recommendations, and prepares responses to questions from Executive and legislative offices. Analyzes eligibility policy and recommends specific policy solutions to discrepancies between State directives and county implementations, taking into consideration impact on county operations. Researches and stays up to date on rules and guidance related to federal and state health care policy and programs and potential impacts to Medi-Cal members and program administration. Establishes and maintains division processes and procedures related to the the Division's legislative functions. Participates in and/or leads applicable trainings and meetings related to this function. Serves as the MCED PRA Coordinator. Leads all Division activities related to the PRA. Tracks and coordinates PRA requests assigned to MCED, ensuring that requests are responded to timely and appropriately. Creates correspondence to requesters, as appropriate, and redacts and uploads responsive documents, as necessary. Establishes and maintains division processes and procedures related to the PRA. Participates in and/or leads applicable trainings and meetings related to this function.

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

NOTE: To be considered for this Job Opportunity, applicants must have permanent civil service status, be reachable on an employment list, have transfer eligibility, or have reinstatement eligibility. IF YOU DO NOT HAVE ELIGIBILITY, YOU MUST TAKE THE EXAM. Please visit the CalCareers website to take the exam for this classification. Analyst II Exam Link

You will find additional information about the job in the .

Working Conditions

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

Special Requirements

Supplemental Application

This Supplemental Application (SA) serves as documentation of each candidate’s ability to follow directions and present information clearly and concisely in writing. Resumes, cover letters and pre-written SOQ's do not take the place of the SA. Please put your responses in a document that can be attached (uploaded) with your application documents. This is a required document and if not submitted, you will not be considered for the position.

The SA must be no more than two pages in length, single-spaced using 12-point font. Indicate your Full Name and Job Control Number in the top right corner of each page. Please read the attached duty statement and then answer the following:

1. Describe your qualifications for this position. Specifically describe how your professional experience aligns with the position’s duty statement and requirements.
2. Describe a time in which you successfully managed competing priorities and met all deadlines. Identify the strategies you used to efficiently manage your time and resources, and how you kept your supervisor informed of your progress.

Education: If you are meeting minimum qualifications with education, you must include a copy of your diploma/degree and/or unofficial/informal transcripts for verification. Official transcripts may be required upon 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:

• Knowledge of state legislative and regulatory processes

• Knowledge of the Public Records Act

• Strong organization and project management skills

• Strong oral and written communication skills

• Experience working with internal and external stakeholders

• Experience working with Microsoft suite products including Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Teams

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 .

provides more information about our commitment to serving Californians and organizational excellence.

We need your help! Please let us know how you heard about our position by taking this brief optional survey: .

This survey is not required to be considered for this position.

Telework 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: 1501 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 optional. It may be included, but is not required.