Behavioral Health Data Specialist II (Hybrid) Department of Health Care Services

JC-534561

- Behavioral Health Data Specialist II (Hybrid)

RESEARCH DATA SPECIALIST II

$7,640.00 - $9,561.00 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:

10/29/2026

Application Methods:

Electronic (Using your CalCareer Account) 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:

The Enterprise Data and Information Management (EDIM), Program Data Reporting Division (PDRD) at the California DHCS is seeking a highly motivated and experienced individual to join our team as a Research Data Specialist II (RDS II) within the Managed Care Plan Data Support Branch (MCPDSB). Under general direction of the Research Data Supervisor II, the RDS II independently performs advanced data analysis, validation, and issue resolution to support the reporting and evaluation needs of the PDRD, MCPDSB, Managed Care Behavioral Health Reporting Section. This position plays a critical role in analyzing mental health and substance use disorder (SUD) data from various DHCS systems to assess service needs and evaluate the effectiveness of community-based behavioral health programs. The RDS II is responsible for designing and leading complex research projects, including the development of methodologies, data models, and analytical frameworks. The incumbent provides expert-level consultative services on the feasibility, impact, and implications of proposed policies, programs, and operational changes. These services support internal decision-making and inform various stakeholders, including DHCS leadership, legislative bodies, commissions, and other governmental entities. Training and Development (T&D) assignments may be considered for this position for current California civil service employees. T&D assignments cannot exceed 24 months. However, successful T&D candidates may transition to a permanent appointment, if eligible at the end of the T&D assignment. This position has been advertised as limited term and is expected to last 24 months; it may become permanent or be extended. Have questions and/or need assistance? Contact recruit@dhcs.ca.gov we are here to help walk you through the state hiring process! This position is not eligible for a visa sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the US without the need for a visa sponsorship by the start date of employment. 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. Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

RESEARCH DATA SPECIALIST II

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Job Code #:

JC-534561

Position #(s): 803-397-5758-916

Working Title:

Behavioral Health Data Specialist II (Hybrid)

Classification:

RESEARCH DATA SPECIALIST II

$7,640.00 - $9,561.00 A

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:

12 Month Limited Term - 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 the DHCS' recent projects and happenings that our Department has accomplished in the DHCS Newsroom. The PDRD's mission is to work with state, local, and community programs and business partners to support federal and state data reporting and data analytic requirements, along with providing data and research consultation and data expertise to programs and partners in these areas. The PDRD is part of the EDIM, which provides department-wide leadership and support of the collection, analysis, management, and dissemination of quality data and data products in order for programs to make sound, data-driven decisions to better serve members, improve outcomes, and support programmatic needs and requirements. All hires pending HR approval. Special Requirements Simple Application Steps If you are interested in this position, complete the following these simple steps: Review the education and experience minimum qualifications Research Data Specialist II. See the Minimum Requirements section above.

Complete the state application by clicking "Apply Now" above. See below for detailed application instructions.

Submit your application package with all required documents - see the "Required Application Package Documents" section below.

Once you have applied, take the Research Data Specialist II Exam.

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. Supplemental Application In order to be considered for this position, you must complete and submit the following Supplemental Application (SA). The SA must be no more than two pages in length, double-spaced and using 12-point Arial font. You must indicate your Full Name and Job Control Number at the top right corner. Candidates who fail to provide a SA with their application or do not follow SA instructions may be disqualified. Resumes do not take the place of the SA. 1. Describe a project that you have led or worked on that is related to Health Care data including your position, goal, roles and responsibilities, actions taken, and the outcome. 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:

10/29/2026