Health Program Specialist Ii Jobs (NOW HIRING)

This is a re-advertisement of JC #515878. If you applied previously, you do not need to reapply.
Under the general direction of a Supervisor II, the Health Program Specialist II (HPS) - in this limited term position - will serve as a working lead over grant monitoring, contract oversight, process improvement, analysis, and reporting on grant programs.
The HPS II will be responsible for the following duties:

• Lead and train staff in grant monitoring activities to ensure grant programs meet goals and contractual requirements.
• Provide oversight and review of contracts to ensure clear language and deliverable requirements.
• Development grant program policies and procedures, and lead implementation of grant monitoring software.
• Oversee the collection, analysis, and reporting of grant program data to assess implementation, spending, and progress toward goals.

This recruitment has been posted for more vacancies than currently exist as it may be used to fill identical vacancies which occur within 180 days of the closing date of this bulletin.
This position may become permanent.
Limited in-state travel required (10%) including occasional overnight stays. Clearance by a DOJ background check may be required.
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement .
Working Conditions
This position may be eligible for telework. The amount of telework permitted is at the discretion of the Department and is subject to change, consistent with BHSOAC's Telework Program. All employees who telework are required to be California residents in accordance with Government Code 14200. Candidates who reside outside of the state of California may be interviewed; however, the selected candidate must have a primary residency in the state of California prior to appointment (and continue to maintain California residency) as a condition of employment. Failure to meet this requirement may result in the job offer being rescinded.
In July 2025, the State of California implemented the Personal Leave Program (PLP) 2025. This program temporarily reduces employees' monthly base pay in exchange for paid leave credits. This position is subject to PLP 2025 and will have a monthly base pay reduction of 3% in exchange for 5 hours of leave credits through June 2027. The salary ranges shown on this job posting do not reflect the salary reduction.
Minimum Requirements You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• HEALTH PROGRAM SPECIALIST II

Additional Documents

• Job Application Package Checklist
• Duty Statement

Position Details Job Code #:
JC-529505
Position #(s):
475-570-8336-XXX
Working Title:
Health Program Specialist II (Limited Term)
Classification:
HEALTH PROGRAM SPECIALIST II $7,276.00 - $9,107.00
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.
# of Positions:
Multiple
Work Location:
Sacramento County
Telework:
Hybrid
Job Type:
12 Month Limited Term - Full Time
Department Information
The Commission for Behavioral Health champions wellbeing for all Californians, especially those most in need, through behavioral health prevention and intervention, including mental health, substance use disorders, and trauma-related disorders. By working with the community, experts, and civic partners, we help to increase public understanding, catalyze best practices, and inspire innovation. Our goal: accelerating transformational change in California's behavioral health system.
Department Website: http://www.bhsoac.ca.gov
Application Instructions
Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.
Final Filing Date: 8/31/2026
Who May Apply
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 (please attach your letter, if available). SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; therefore, individuals with other eligibility may be considered in the event no SROA or Surplus candidates apply. Individuals who are eligible for a Training and Development assignment may also be considered for this position(s). Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).
How To Apply
Complete Application Packages (including your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting. Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included. If you choose to not apply electronically, a hard copy application package may be submitted through an alternative method listed below:
Address for Mailing Application Packages
You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:
Behavioral Health Services Oversight and Accountability Commission (BHSOAC)
Human Resources
Attn: Certification Analyst
1812 9th Street
Sacramento , CA 95811
Address for Drop-Off Application Packages
You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:
Behavioral Health Services Oversight and Accountability Commission (BHSOAC)
Human Resources
Certification Analyst
1812 9th Street
Sacramento , CA 95811
08:00 AM - 05:00 PM
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 www.CalCareers.ca.gov. 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 required and must be included.
• School Transcripts
• Statement of Qualifications - A Statement of Qualifications is required. See SOQ section below for specific instructions.

Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview. The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting.
Benefits Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.
Contact Information
The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.
Department Website: http://www.bhsoac.ca.gov
Human Resources Contact:
Human Resources
(916) 500-0577
HR_recruiting@bhsoac.ca.gov
Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office.
EEO Contact:
Annie Palmero
(916) 312-4432
Annie.Palmero@bhsoac.ca.gov
California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.
Additional Application Instructions
Applications received without the following information may be considered incomplete:
• "to" and "from" dates (month/day/year);
• hours worked per week and total worked;
• civil service classification or private sector job titles;
• supervisor na me and phone number;
• duties performed.
Applications with "see resume" in place of duties performed are not acceptable.
Statement of Qualifications
Please use 12 pt. font and your response should not exceed 2 pages. Responses should be specific and based on your direct experience. Clearly describe your role, actions, and outcomes.
1. Describe a program, grant, contract, or initiative where you were responsible for ensuring compliance, accountability, or program integrity. Your response should include the scope and purpose of the program, your specific role and level of responsibility, the frameworks, policies, or processes you applied or developed, a challenge or risk you identified and how you addressed it, and the outcome or impact of your work.
2. Provide an example of how you used data to inform a programmatic or operational decision. You response should include the type of data and tools you used, how you analyzed or interpreted the information, how you communicated your findings, and the decision that was made and its impact.
3. Describe a time you led a project, team, or cross-functional effort. Your response should include your role, how you organized the work and engaged others, any challenges related to people, priorities, or conflict, how you supported or developed others, and the outcome.
Equal Opportunity Employer
The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.
It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.