Non-MAGI Specialist

Overview

Work Location: Sacramento County

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 the result of more than 4,800 DHCS team members and 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 opportunity to join our diverse team in the following role.

If you are interested in joining our team, apply today!

Under the general direction of the Supervisor II, Section Chief of the Non-MAGI Section, within the Eligibility Policy I Branch (EPB), the Health Program Specialist I (HPS I) serves as the subject matter expert and specialist for development, implementation, and policy consultation regarding the federal Medicaid rules. The HPS I will lead in the development of All County Welfare Directors Letters (ACWDLs), State Plan Amendments (SPAs), and regulatory language, ensuring compliance with Non-MAGI Medi-Cal financial eligibility requirements in implementing Medi-Cal policy.

The HPS I will provide expert consultation to Unit, Section, Branch, and Division staff, executive management team members, and advocates on the complexities of eligibility policies as they relate to Medi-Cal eligibility rules and the policy implications for the Division and other divisions within the Department, county social services departments, and the public.

The HPS I will be essential in working with external stakeholders, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), and internal staff and executive management. The HPS I will also engage with Covered California, the California Healthcare, Eligibility, Enrollment, and Retention System (CalHEERS), the California Department of Social Services (CDSS), county human services departments, and the California Welfare Directors Association (CWDA) in the implementation and development of uniform eligibility and enrollment policies and procedures.

The HPS I in the Eligibility Policy I Branch must perform duties with minimal supervision, exercising significant independent judgment in providing policy and procedural recommendations with substantial impact on California's Medi-Cal program. Recommendations affect county government operations and finances, and the health and welfare of the Medi-Cal member population. The specialist must have thorough knowledge and understanding of state Medi-Cal eligibility laws and regulations, and stay up to date with frequent changes in the program.

Please see the Telework and Salary Information section below for telework, reporting location, and temporary statewide salary reduction details.

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• Job Application Package Checklist
• Duty Statement

Job Code #: JC-506338

Position #(s): -XXX

Working Title: Non-MAGI Specialist

Classification: HEALTH PROGRAM SPECIALIST I

Salary: $6,623.00 - $8,290.00

New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

# of Positions: Multiple

Telework: Hybrid

Job Type: Permanent, Full Time

Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date to be considered. Dates on Mobile Bar Codes (QR Codes) are not considered postmark dates for timely filing.

Final Filing Date: 2/10/2026

Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list or LEAP eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility. SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; otherwise, others may be considered if no SROA or Surplus candidates apply. Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward.

Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification.

Complete Application Packages (including the STD 678 and required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting. Applications may be submitted electronically through your Cal Careers Account at  If submitting a hard copy, a completed STD 678 must be included. If you opt to submit hard copy, use the addresses below.

• Mailing:
  Department of Health Care Services, Attn:
  Certification Technician - JC-506338, M.S. 1300, P.O. Box 997411, Sacramento, CA
• Drop-Off:
  Department of Health Care Services, Drop-Off JC-506338, 1501 Capitol Avenue, Suite 71.1501, Sacramento, CA 95814, 08:00 AM - 05:00 PM

• Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (or electronic equivalent). Include all Experience and Education related to the Minimum Qualifications.
• Resume is optional. It may be…