Job Opportunity

Chief, Pharmacy Benefits Division
Department of Health Care Services

Date Posted:

January 10, 2025

Salary:

$11,778 – $14,032 per month

Description:

Possession of a valid pharmacist license is strongly desired but not required. A salary range of $15,735 – $17,017 per month is available for a licensed pharmacist.

The Department of Health Care Services is looking for a talented and motivated individual to serve as the Chief, Pharmacy Benefits Division (PBD), Career Executive Assignment Level B. This position is eligible for telework from anywhere within California!

The Chief, PBD, will:

• Oversee the administration of the Medi-Cal Pharmacy and Vision Benefit programs, and lead the development of pharmacy, vision care, and medical supply benefits.

• Lead a multi-disciplinary team, with internal and external partners, to deliver pharmacy benefits to nearly 15 million Medi-Cal members—more than one-third of Californians.

• Provide policy direction for Medi-Cal Rx, the program that provides prescription drug coverage and related services to individuals enrolled in Medi-Cal, and responsible for invoicing and collecting federal and state supplemental drug rebates.

Qualifications:

Requirements and qualifications for this position can be found in the job advertisement.

How to Apply:

• Review the entire job advertisement to ensure you meet the professional requirements and qualifications.

• Submit a complete application packet via CalCareers that includes your State Application (STD 678), Supplemental Application Items, and Resume (optional) by February 7, 2025.

• The application packet serves as a civil service exam. You will receive your exam results based on your application packet. Interviews will be held with the most qualified applicants.

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