HEALTH PROGRAM SPECIALIST I

Job Description and Duties Under the direction of the Supervisor I in the Policy Unit, the Health Program Specialist (HPS I) serves as a highly skilled technical program consultant supporting the State Operated Facilities (SOFs). The HPS I provides policy analysis, and technical consultation concerning SOF operations, regulatory compliance, and program effectiveness to support consistent service delivery and informed management decisions. Effective July 1, 2025, State employees are subject to a salary reduction of three percent in exchange for five hours per month of the Personal Leave. Please let us know how you heard about our position by taking this brief survey: https://www.research.net/r/ddsadmin You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement. Special Requirements The Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) must be typed in 12-point Arial font, single spaced, and be no more than two pages in length. Applicants who fail to answer the questions below or submit an SOQ may not be considered. • Describe your background, education and experience that would qualify you for this position? • Describe a time when you provided technical assistance in the collection and analysis of data for the purpose of reporting to workgroups or stakeholders? • Describe your experience in working collaboratively with other divisions or departments to develop policies and procedures. What was your role and how did you contribute to the group? If you are using list eligibility from an on-line exam to qualify for this position, you MUST include with your application any documentation (i.e., copy of transcript, degree, license, etc.) to verify meeting the MQ’s or you may not be considered for the position. The MQs will be verified prior to interview and/or appointment. If it is determined that an applicant does not meet the MQs of the classification, the applicant may not be considered and withheld from the eligible list. 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: Knowledge of: The Lanterman Act and developmental disabilities service system; applicable laws, regulations, policies, and standards affecting SOF operations and services; principles and practices of health program administration, policy analysis, program planning, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation; analytical and research methods used to evaluate program issues and develop recommendations; methods of collecting, validating, analyzing, and reporting program data; legislative and regulatory processes; preparation of analytical reports and presentations; and Microsoft Office applications, particularly Word and Excel. Ability to: Research, interpret, and apply laws, regulations, policies, and program requirements; analyze complex program and operational issues, evaluate alternatives, and develop well-supported recommendations; develop and revise policies, procedures, guidelines, and implementation materials; collect, validate, organize, analyze, and explain program data; prepare clear, accurate, and comprehensive reports, correspondence, and presentations; communicate technical information effectively to varied audiences; provide technical consultation and assistance to program staff and management; establish and maintain effective working relationships with interdisciplinary teams and internal and external partners; facilitate discussions and coordinate assigned activities, exercise sound judgement, protect confidential information, and recognize matters requiring management review; organize competing assignments and complete work within established timeframes; and use Microsoft Word and Excel to prepare policy documents, analyze program data, and develop reports and presentations.