Job Description

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 role of a Recovery Analyst is to recover funds on behalf of Medi-Cal (California’s Medicaid program) for members who were involved in personal injury actions, such as auto accidents, slip and falls, and premises liability. Under the supervision of the Supervisor I, the Recovery Analyst is responsible for maintaining an on-going caseload and recovering funds owed to Medi-Cal. The Third Party Liability and Recovery Division’s Personal Injury Branch is looking for  one or more motivated Recovery Analysts to join our Personal Injury team!

Have questions and/or need assistance? Contact recruit@dhcs.ca.gov, we are here to help walk you through the state hiring process!

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.

Special Requirements

Simple Application Steps

If you are interested in this position, complete the following these simple steps:

1. Review the education and experience minimum qualifications (MQ’s) of the  Analyst I or  Analyst II . See the Minimum Requirements section above.
2. Complete the supplemental application and the state application by clicking “Apply Now” above. See below for detailed application instructions.
3. Submit your application package with all required documents, which include the supplemental application - see the "Required Application Package Documents" section below.
4. Once you have applied, take the  Analyst I Exam or  Analyst II Exam

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 Microsoft (MS) Office Suite, particularly MS Excel.
• Knowledge of the Medi-Cal Program, insurance claims, and/or medical billing or records.
• Strong analytical and organizational skills with keen attention to detail, particularly large sets of data.
• Strong time management and multitasking skills.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Comfortable speaking live with stakeholders via telephone or other means of communication.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a collaborative team.
• Innovative thinker.
• Experience reviewing and interpreting procedures, policies, statutes, regulations, and/or legal documents.
• Accounting, data reconciliation, and/or fiscal forecasting experience.
• Positive attitude with an eagerness to learn.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Excellent attendance and punctuality

Supplemental Application Requirement Section

Applicants are required to respond to the following Supplemental Application (SA) questions.  Candidates who do not complete and submit an SA may not be considered for this position.

1. Tell us about the qualities or skills you consider to be your greatest strengths, including specific examples of how they have contributed to your success. Additionally, identify one area where you recognize a need for growth, and describe the concrete steps you are taking, or plan to take, to develop in that area. 

1. Describe a time when you independently analyzed complex information, such as financial data, legal, or regulatory documents. Explain the steps you took to ensure your analysis was accurate, delivered promptly, and fully compliant with applicable policies or statutes. What was the outcome, and what lessons did you take from the experience?

• Your response must be no more than two (2) single-spaced pages, typewritten in Arial 12 pt. font.
• You must indicate your full name and job control number in the upper right-hand corner.
• The use of artificial intelligence (AI) to answer the questions are not allowed. Any answer that uses AI may be disqualified from consideration.

Benefits

DHCS is dedicated to creating an innovative workplace for its team members that is inclusive, diverse, and interactive! Here are a few of the ways we stay engaged with our team:

• Continuous and ongoing training
• Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion program activities
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Additionally, as a team member of the State of California, you may be eligible for many benefits, such as:

• Medical, including health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid Holidays and vacation/leave
• Defined retirement program
• Savings Plus Program (401(k), 457)
• Medical/Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts

Full benefits information can be found on  CalHR's California State Civil Service Employee Benefits Summary .

DHCS 2023-2027 Strategic Plan provides more information about our commitment to serving Californians and organizational excellence.

We need your help! Please let us know how you heard about our position by taking this brief optional survey:  SurveyMonkey link . This survey is not required to be considered for this position.

Telework and Salary Information

Telework: This position is currently eligible for telework up to three days per week and is required to report in person a minimum of two days per week. The amount of telework is at the discretion of the Department and is subject to change consistent with DHCS’ Telework Program and Government Code sections 14200 – 14203. Telework is available to California residents, and proof of residency may be required.

Business travel may be required, and reimbursement considers an employee’s designated office and residence subject to regulations and bargaining unit contract provisions. All commute expenses to the reporting location will be the responsibility of the selected candidate.

The DHCS office location for this position is 840 Stillwater Road, West Sacramento, CA  95605.

Salary: Effective July 1, 2025, the California Department of Human Resources (CalHR) implemented the temporary Personal Leave Program 2025 (PLP 2025). PLP 2025 directs that each employee receive a temporary reduction in pay in exchange for PLP 2025 leave credits. The temporary salary reduction percentage and the number of PLP 2025 leave credits are based on the position’s associated bargaining unit. The salary range(s) included in this job advertisement do not include the temporary salary reduction. Please reach out to the hiring unit contact listed on this job advertisement for details.

Required Application Package Documents

The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job:

• Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.
• Resume is optional. It may be included, but is not required.
• Supplemental Application - Refer to the Supplemental Application Requirement Section for instructions.

Job Tags

Permanent employment, Full time, Contract work, Remote work, 2 days per week, 3 days per week

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