Analyst I/II - Appeals Analyst - High Desert State Prison (Analyst I)

Job Description and Duties Effective July 1, 2025, in accordance with the applicable Memorandum of Understanding, the Personal Leave Program 2025 (PLP 2025) was implemented in response to the status of the State budget. PLP 2025 requires each full-time employee in Bargaining Unit 1, and related Excluded, Exempt and Statutory Exempt employees, will have their base salary reduced by 3 percent and will receive 5 hours PLP 2025 leave credits monthly through June 2027. Salaries do not reflect the recent changes. Limited Term 12 months; may be extended up to 24 months or become permanent. Employees who are employed at HIGH DESERT STATE PRISON (HDSP) for 12 consecutive qualifying pay periods will receive an annual $2600 recruitment and retention bonus. Analyst II Under the direction of the Chief Support Executive, the Analyst II reviews and responds to health care appeal letters, issues, and inquiries. The Analyst II performs the more complex analytical duties and responsibilities that require the knowledge of Department regulations, policies and procedures, good judgment, and the ability to communicate effectively. The Analyst II prepares correspondence, collects data, tracks information, monitors tracking systems, makes recommendations to management, and assists in ensuring that the institution has an effective process to monitor the follow-up actions and timelines identified in health care appeals. The Analyst II supports the overall mission and immediate goals of the institution and performs duties as necessary to provide for better delivery of program services. Analyst I Under the supervision of the Chief Support Executive, the Analyst I assists in reviewing and responding to health care appeal letters, issues, and inquiries. The Analyst I performs the less complex analytical duties and responsibilities that require the knowledge of Department regulations, policies and procedures, good judgment, and the ability to communicate effectively. The Analyst I prepares reports, correspondence, collects data, tracks information, monitors tracking systems, and makes recommendations to management. The Analyst I supports the overall mission and immediate goals of the institution and performs duties as necessary to provide for better delivery of program services. To obtain list eligibility for the ANALYST I/II, before applying for the position, you must first take and pass the examination: https://calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Exams/ExamBulletin.aspx?ExamControlId=4774 https://calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Exams/ExamBulletin.aspx?ExamControlId=4775 https://calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Exams/ExamBulletin.aspx?ExamControlId=4815 https://calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Exams/ExamBulletin.aspx?ExamControlId=3105 You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement. Special Requirements Do not include any confidential information on any documents you submit for a job vacancy, such as your State application, resume, or educational transcripts. Confidential information that should be excluded or removed from these documents includes, but is not limited to, your Social Security Number (SSN), birthdate, student identification number, driver’s license number (unless required), basis of eligibility, examination results, LEAP status, marital status, and age. Confidential information on the first page of applications submitted electronically online, such as Easy ID number, SSN, examination related information, and driver’s license number will automatically be redacted upon submission. Possession of Minimum Qualifications will be verified prior to interview and/or appointment. If you are meeting Minimum Qualifications with education, you must include your unofficial transcripts/diploma for verification. Official transcripts may be required upon appointment. If it is determined an applicant does not meet the Minimum Qualifications, the candidate will be withheld from the eligibility list, rendering them inactive and ineligible to be hired for the position. Candidates who have been withheld may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board. Candidates new to CCHCS are required to submit to a background investigation process utilizing Live Scan Fingerprinting. Tuberculosis (TB) testing is required for candidates new to CCHCS prior to appointment followed by department annual TB testing/evaluation thereafter. Applicants who completed their education outside of the US (with foreign degrees/transcripts) must obtain and submit verification of U.S. course/degree equivalency. Foreign education credential evaluation services can be found at NACES | National Association of Credential Evaluation Services. When submitting supporting documents, PDF file format is preferred. CCHCS utilizes E-Verify to confirm candidate’s identity and employment authorization. For more information about E-Verify, you may go to www.e-verify.gov. Employment History on the STD 678 must be complete and include dates, accurate hours per week, total time worked, duties and responsibilities, and contact names and phone numbers of supervisors. To prepare for the State Application process, please visit Work4CA: State Application Checklist. Statement of Qualifications NOTE: Resumes, cover letters, and other materials will not be accepted in place of the required SOQ. • SOQ shall not exceed one (1) pages in length, single-spaced, 12-point Arial font, and be in justified paragraph format. • The document shall be titled "Statement of Qualifications - (Your Full Name).” • Applicant must answer the questions listed below in numerical order: 1. Describe how your education and/or work experience qualifies you for the position. Include your experience producing written analyses and summaries of patient specific health care information with references to applicable regulations, policies, and /or procedures. 2. Describe your experience working in a high production environment while independently managing your workload. 3. Include a brief synopsis of your standards and skills, especially those that you feel would distinguish you from the other candidates and make you an asset to this position.