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SUPERVISOR I

Department of Health Care Services
Sacramento, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 5/11/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/10/2026

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 under general direction of Policy & Operations Support Section Chief in the Deputy Director's Office, the Supervisor I directs, and reviews the work of a small highly-skilled policy staff, while planning, organizing, staffing, directing, and controlling the activities within the Policy Unit. The policy staff research, analyze, and prepare written and fiscal analyses of proposed policies affecting the financing of providers and health plans under the Medi-Cal program, including but not limited to, state and federal legislation, regulations, state plan amendments, budget changes, estimate changes, waiver requests, preprints, and other guidance. The policy staff monitor, evaluate, and support the ongoing implementation of high-profile policy initiatives by the HCF operating divisions. The policy staff support the assignment, tracking, and review of policy and fiscal analysis deliverables across all HCF operating divisions.

The Supervisor I develops a deep understanding of the assigned policy area, including fiscal, programmatic, and legal-regulatory considerations. Strong writing, quantitative, organizational and communication skills are essential for this role.

This advertisement will remain posted until filled. Applications are reviewed the second and fourth Monday of every month. Selections may be made at any time.

Individuals who are eligible for a Training and Development assignment may also be considered for this position(s).


Have questions and/or need assistance? Contact Recruit@dhcs.ca.gov, we are here to help walk you through the state hiring process!

Applicants interested in this opportunity are also encouraged to review and consider applying to the following related recruitments: JC-513704 and JC-513694.

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.

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

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.
  • SUPERVISOR I
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  • Duty Statement
Job Code #:
JC-513081
Position #(s):
805-790-4800-002
Working Title:
Policy Unit Chief (Hybrid Option)
Classification:
SUPERVISOR I
$7,172.00 - $8,910.00
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.
# of Positions:
Multiple
Work Location:
Sacramento County
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

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 I Supervisor I - 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 I Examination Supervisor  I - Exam.

Statement of Qualifications Requirement Section:

Applicants must include a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) for this recruitment. The SOQ is a narrative discussion, not a cover letter, prepared by the applicant describing how their skills, knowledge, abilities, education, training, and experience, qualify them for the position. 

The SOQ serves as documentation of the applicant’s ability to present information clearly and provide DHCS additional information about their experience and qualifications concisely in writing. The DHCS may not consider applicants who fail to provide an SOQ with their application. Resumes do not take the place of the SOQ. 

The SOQ must be typewritten on letter-sized paper (8.5" x 11") and submitted as a Microsoft Word or Adobe PDF file.?Responses must use no smaller than a 12-point font, single-spaced and be no more than two (2) pages in length. Additional pages will not be reviewed.? Each page must be identified by full name in the top right corner. Responses must be complete, specific, clear, and concise. 

Questions 

  1. What skills, qualifications, and experience make you an ideal candidate for this role, and why does this role specifically interest you?
  2. Describe a specific experience where you developed a quantitative policy analysis (such as a fiscal impact model, cost-benefit analysis, or economic forecast) and communicated the findings of this analysis (such as in a report or presentation). Describe the techniques and methodologies you used.  
  3. Describe a specific leadership experience where you managed a new project, improved program operations, and/or developed a new team. Include specific examples of your leadership methods, how you engaged with team members or external stakeholders, and project outcomes.

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

Salary : $86,064 - $106,920

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