HEALTH PROGRAM AUDITOR III, DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH SERVICES

LTC Lead Auditor Department of Health Care Access and Information

JC-517618 - LTC

Lead Auditor

HEALTH PROGRAM AUDITOR III, DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH SERVICES

$6,646.00 - $8,740.00 per Month New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

Final Filing Date:

5/21/2026

Application Methods:

Electronic (Using your CalCareer Account) Job Description and Duties Under general direction, will serve as the lead person for the desk audit of annual consolidated financial statements of skilled nursing facilities' related parties and associated documentation. Acts as subject-matter expert of the most complex consolidated financial statement reporting issues. Assists the Unit Supervisor in maintaining the Department of Health Care Access and Information's (HCAI's) uniform accounting and reporting system requirements, the unit's internal desk audit review system, and requirements for annual reporting of consolidated financial statements for skilled nursing facilities' related parties. Temporary Authorization Utilization (TAU) appointments may be considered for this vacancy. Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications for the classification but do not currently have eligibility on an employment certification list by having taken and passed the related examination may apply as a

TAU. TAU

appointments are limited to a duration of nine (9) months within a twelve (12) consecutive month period. In order for a TAU appointment to become permanent, the individual must take and pass the related examination and obtain a reachable rank on the associated certification list within nine (9) months of the TAU appointment. Individuals who successfully obtain eligibility prior to the expiration of the TAU appointment will not be required to re-compete in a competitive process for permanent appointment to the position. 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. Take a 2-minute survey to tell us why you applied for HCAI! - https://forms.office.com/g/B6eXh2NKpZ You will find additional information about the job in the . 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. Minimum Requirements You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

HEALTH PROGRAM AUDITOR III, DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH SERVICES

Additional Documents Job Application Package Checklist Position Details Job Code #:

JC-517618

Position #(s): 441-507-4252-XXX

Working Title:

LTC Lead Auditor

Classification:

HEALTH PROGRAM AUDITOR III, DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH SERVICES

$6,646.00 - $8,740.00 New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable. # of

Positions:

1

Work Location:

Sacramento County

Telework:

Hybrid

Job Type:

Permanent, Full Time Department Information California's Department of Health Care Access and Information works to ensure that healthcare is available where Californians need it most. With offices in Sacramento and Los Angeles, we strengthen the state's healthcare system through facility construction, expanding the health workforce, and providing vital health information. Our diverse team upholds the values of professionalism, innovation, equity, and service. We provide tools and support to help you start, build, or transition your career while making a meaningful impact for all Californians. At HCAI's Office of Health Information, we shape conversations and generate impactful insights about California's healthcare landscape from data submitted to us by hospitals, health plans, prescription drug manufacturers, and California's health care workforce. These conversations and insights inform policymakers, researchers, community leaders, and the broader health care industry regarding topics such as health care cost transparency, the total cost of care, and health outcomes. Our mission is to expand equitable access to quality, affordable health care for all Californians. Join a dynamic team of technology enthusiasts implementing and maintaining innovative solutions to meet the Department's needs. HCAI is committed to building an inclusive work environment that promotes diversity, where employees are appreciated and feel comfortable being their authentic selves. We value our employees' skills, experience, and unique perspectives because they enrich our workforce and make us stronger. We embrace and support a culture of equitable opportunity, empowering our employees to advance health care access and information for the diverse populations we serve across California.

Department Website:

http://HCAI.ca.gov/ Special Requirements Possession of Minimum Qualifications will be verified prior to interview and/or appointment. If you are meeting Minimum Qualifications with education, you must include a copy of your unofficial transcripts and/or license for verification. Official sealed transcripts will be required upon appointment. If it is determined an application does not meet the Minimum Qualifications, the applicant will be withheld from the eligibility list, rendering them inactive and ineligible to be hired for the position. Applicants who have been withheld may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board. Eligibility for

Promotional Exams:

In addition to meeting the Minimum Qualifications for the Health Program Auditor III, competition is limited to individuals who meet at least one of the following promotional examination criteria: Have a permanent civil service appointment with HCAI, or Are current or former employees of the legislature for 2 or more years as defined in Government Code 18990, or Are current or former non-elected exempt employees of the executive branch for 2 or more consecutive years as defined in Govt. Code 18992, or Are persons retired from the United States military honorably discharged from active duty with a service disability or honorably discharged from active duty as defined in Government Code 18991. Applicants must provide a copy of discharge papers (DD 214) for verification purposes at the time of application. Under certain circumstances other employees may be allowed to compete under provisions of Rules 234, 235 and 235.2. California Code of Regulations Rules 233, 234, 235.2 and 237 contain provisions regarding civil service status and eligibility for promotional examinations. If you are unsure of your eligibility for promotional examinations, please contact HRExams@hcai.ca.gov. Application Instructions Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.

Final Filing Date:

5/21/2026