Lead Pharmacist (Pharmaceutical Consultant II, Department Of Health Services (Specialist))

Job Description and Duties This bulletin is being reposted. If you previously applied, it is not necessary to reapply. This bulletin is being posted as until filled. The job control will remain open, and applications will be reviewed (e.g. every two weeks until filled). Under the direction of the PPPB Assistant Deputy Director, the Lead Pharmacist provides technical assistance, subject matter expertise, and pharmaceutical industry guidance to the PPPB team, CalRx program, and OHCA leadership. This role researches, evaluates, and analyzes strategies to make drugs more affordable and accessible in California. The incumbent is expected to have the skills to assess highly complex pharmaceutical issues, consider regulatory and policy impacts, and perform ongoing monitoring and analysis. As needed, the Lead Pharmacist will develop both verbal and written reports and recommendations to support PPPB, OHCA, and for departmental action related to federal and state policy. 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 Duty Statement. Special Requirements This position is subject to the Form 700 Statement of Economic Interests filing requirements, which requires disclosure of certain personal economic interests as determined by the Conflict of Interest Code of the Department of Health Care Access and Information. Pursuant to Government Code section 81008, Form 700 Statement of Economic Interests is public record and will be made available for public inspection. 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: • At least 1 year of experience in health care pharmaceutical spending related issues, including cost drivers, utilization patterns, or budget impact analysis. • At least 1 year of experience evaluating pharmaceutical access and patient outcomes, such as formulary impact, equity considerations, or clinical effectiveness. • Experience with internal and external stakeholders such as state and federal agencies, external working groups, and private purchasers of health care. • Experience in health care policy related issues. • Experience reviewing state and federal laws, regulation and policy. • Knowledge of managing competing priorities and completing tasks in a timely manner.