California Department of Health Care Services
Dental Policy Specialist
California Department of Health Care Services, Sacramento, California, United States, 95828
Overview
Dental Policy Specialist role at California Department of Health Care Services (DHCS). Job Details
Working Title: Dental Policy Specialist Classification: HEALTH PROGRAM SPECIALIST I Job Code #: JC-495108 Position #: 805-480-8338-002 Location: Sacramento County, California Job Type: Permanent, Full Time Salary: $6,623.00 - $8,290.00 Telework: Hybrid (up to three days per week; in-person at least two days per week, subject to program needs) Responsibilities
The Health Program Specialist I (HPS I) is a highly skilled program consultant in project management related to program policy research, development, implementation, and evaluation for the Medi-Cal Dental Program, focusing on the Dental Managed Care (DMC) delivery system and the 1915(b) Waiver STCs. Track and analyze frequent policy changes across DHCS programs with policies and procedures related to the 1915(b) Waiver STCs and applicable federal authorities. Demonstrate knowledge of the Medi-Cal program and other DHCS programs, and of state and federal laws, rules, and regulations governing Medi-Cal. Coordinate projects and contribute to broad policy development with multi-department, immediate, and long-range impacts requiring substantial expertise. Minimum Requirements
Health Program Specialist I as defined in the Class Specification. This position is telework-eligible per the Telework Information in the job posting. Special Requirements
Supplemental Application required; responses must be attached with the application. Do not substitute resumes or pre-written SOQs for the Supplemental Application. Responses must include applicant’s Full Name and Job Control Number; format responses with numbered questions; limit to 2 pages, single-spaced, 12-point Arial. Please describe your background in managing programs/projects and, if applicable, experience with ad hoc assignments, legislative analyses, budget change proposals, or other sensitive tasks. Application Instructions
Completed applications and required documents must be received by the Final Filing Date: 10/21/2025. Submit electronically via CalCareers (www.CalCareers.ca.gov) or by mail/in person as described in the posting. Required documents include the STD 678 application, and the Supplemental Application; resumes are optional. Benefits and Equal Opportunity
DHCS offers benefits such as medical/dental/vision, holidays, leave, retirement plans, and savings programs. The State of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Reasonable accommodations are provided upon request for the hiring process and interview. Contact and Telework Information
Hiring Unit: Katie Kellinger, (916) 345-7613, katie.kellinger@dhcs.ca.gov. EEO inquiries: civilrights@dhcs.ca.gov. Telework details align with the Department’s Telework Program and Government Code sections 14200–14203. The office location is 1501 Capitol Avenue, Sacramento, CA 95814.
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Dental Policy Specialist role at California Department of Health Care Services (DHCS). Job Details
Working Title: Dental Policy Specialist Classification: HEALTH PROGRAM SPECIALIST I Job Code #: JC-495108 Position #: 805-480-8338-002 Location: Sacramento County, California Job Type: Permanent, Full Time Salary: $6,623.00 - $8,290.00 Telework: Hybrid (up to three days per week; in-person at least two days per week, subject to program needs) Responsibilities
The Health Program Specialist I (HPS I) is a highly skilled program consultant in project management related to program policy research, development, implementation, and evaluation for the Medi-Cal Dental Program, focusing on the Dental Managed Care (DMC) delivery system and the 1915(b) Waiver STCs. Track and analyze frequent policy changes across DHCS programs with policies and procedures related to the 1915(b) Waiver STCs and applicable federal authorities. Demonstrate knowledge of the Medi-Cal program and other DHCS programs, and of state and federal laws, rules, and regulations governing Medi-Cal. Coordinate projects and contribute to broad policy development with multi-department, immediate, and long-range impacts requiring substantial expertise. Minimum Requirements
Health Program Specialist I as defined in the Class Specification. This position is telework-eligible per the Telework Information in the job posting. Special Requirements
Supplemental Application required; responses must be attached with the application. Do not substitute resumes or pre-written SOQs for the Supplemental Application. Responses must include applicant’s Full Name and Job Control Number; format responses with numbered questions; limit to 2 pages, single-spaced, 12-point Arial. Please describe your background in managing programs/projects and, if applicable, experience with ad hoc assignments, legislative analyses, budget change proposals, or other sensitive tasks. Application Instructions
Completed applications and required documents must be received by the Final Filing Date: 10/21/2025. Submit electronically via CalCareers (www.CalCareers.ca.gov) or by mail/in person as described in the posting. Required documents include the STD 678 application, and the Supplemental Application; resumes are optional. Benefits and Equal Opportunity
DHCS offers benefits such as medical/dental/vision, holidays, leave, retirement plans, and savings programs. The State of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Reasonable accommodations are provided upon request for the hiring process and interview. Contact and Telework Information
Hiring Unit: Katie Kellinger, (916) 345-7613, katie.kellinger@dhcs.ca.gov. EEO inquiries: civilrights@dhcs.ca.gov. Telework details align with the Department’s Telework Program and Government Code sections 14200–14203. The office location is 1501 Capitol Avenue, Sacramento, CA 95814.
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