Legislative Coordinator (Hybrid)

About the role

The Office of Legislative and Governmental Affairs (LGA) facilitates, coordinates, and advocates for the development, refinement, and enactment of policy and budget legislation in the interest of public health and the state's health care laws. LGA consults with other DHCS programs and divisions/offices and offers technical assistance to California state legislators and their staff on constituent issues. Additionally, LGA provides information about DHCS' programs and services through briefings, testimonies at informational hearings, and meetings.

Under the general direction of the Supervisor II, the Analyst III (Legislative Coordinator) independently performs advanced legislative and policy analysis to support the Department’s legislative priorities. The incumbent reviews and evaluates complex bills, prepares clear and concise legislative analyses, and develops recommendations for departmental leadership. The role coordinates information across DHCS programs, monitors legislative hearings and actions, and serves as a key liaison to CalHHS and the Governor’s Office on high-impact legislative issues. This position requires strong analytical judgment, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work under tight deadlines in a fast-paced legislative environment.

This position is subject to the Department's Conflict of Interest Code and requires filing a Statement of Economic Interests (Form 700) when assuming office, annually while in office, and upon leaving office. This classification was previously known as the Staff Services Manager I Specialist classification and is now referred to as the Analyst III, effective January 1, 2026.

Responsibilities

• Perform advanced legislative and policy analysis to support DHCS legislative priorities.
• Review and evaluate complex bills, preparing clear and concise legislative analyses.
• Develop recommendations for departmental leadership.
• Coordinate information across DHCS programs and divisions.
• Monitor legislative hearings and actions.
• Serve as a key liaison to CalHHS and the Governor’s Office on high-impact legislative issues.
• Provide technical assistance to California state legislators and their staff on constituent issues.
• Prepare briefings, testimonies at informational hearings, and meetings to inform about DHCS programs and services.

Requirements

Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification for Analyst III. A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required and must include:

• A narrative discussion of how your skills, knowledge, abilities, education, training, and experience qualify you for the position.
• Description of a situation where you demonstrated effective communication skills, including the context, actions taken, and results/outcome.
• Full name and Job Control Number at the top right corner of the SOQ.
• SOQ must be no more than two pages in length, using 12-point Arial font.

Resumes do not take the place of the SOQ. Applicants who do not submit an SOQ may not be considered for this position.

Desirable Qualifications

• Effective communication skills, both verbal and written, to direct and monitor the work of others, deal with the public, and produce timely, quality work products.
• Ability to establish and maintain collaborative, productive, and professional working relationships with departmental leadership, government entities, and stakeholders.
• Highly self-motivated, independent, and customer service-focused.
• Strong business acumen, decision-making, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience managing projects.
• Ability to work under pressure, meet deadlines, and adapt to changing priorities.
• Ability to recommend workable solutions in a tactful, constructive manner and ensure efficient use of staff time and resources.

Benefits

As a team member of the State of California, you may be eligible for the following benefits:

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

Additional DHCS-specific benefits include:

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

Pay

$6,623.00 - $8,290.00 per month. New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

Schedule

• Permanent, full-time position.
• Hybrid work location in Sacramento County.