Behavioral Health Substance Use Treatment Program Analyst II (Open & Promotional)

Salary : $8,595.60 - $10,739.73 Monthly

Location : Belmont, CA

Job Type : Full-Time

Job Number : G079J

Department : Behavioral Health and Recovery Services

Opening Date : 07 / 11 / 2025

Bargaining Unit : 08

Description

Note : This recruitment schedule was amended on August 1, 2025 to extend the Final Filing Date. This recruitment has been changed to "Continuous."

San Mateo County Health is seeking an experienced individual for the position of

Behavioral Health Substance Use Treatment Program Analyst II.

The Position

The Behavioral Health Substance Use Treatment Program Analyst will provide a variety of analytical and administrative support to the Alcohol and Other Drug (AOD) Services Unit. The Analyst's responsibilities include developing, monitoring and evaluating treatment program performance, overseeing contract deliverables, and ensuring compliance with local, state and federal regulations. The Analyst will also manage substance use treatment programs and prevention partnerships, as well as serve as a liaison to contracted providers, and support grant and policy implementation efforts.

There is currently one vacancy in the Behavioral Health & Recovery Services (BHRS) Division, in the Alcohol and Other Drug (AOD) Unit located in Belmont. This position may offer a hybrid schedule, with a combination of remote and on-site work, depending on operational needs and County requirements. The Program Analyst will travel / drive throughout the county to meet with providers, attend meetings, and occasionally to represent the County at the State level. To learn more about the impactful work of BHRS, visit :

This position will be within the AOD Contract, Performance & Monitoring Team, and will work closely with the AOD Health Services Manager II, as well as other key BHRS teams including Quality Management, Contracts, Management Information Systems and Health IT.

The Substance Use Treatment Program Analyst responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following :

Policy & Compliance Oversight

• Reviewing, interpreting and monitoring State policy initiatives, regulatory updates, and compliance requirements.
• Disseminating relevant policies and ensuring adherence to state and federal standards, including the Drug Medi-Cal Organized Delivery System (DMC-ODS), CalAIM, and other substance use disorder (SUD) regulations.
• Developing and maintaining internal documentation, compliance tools and procedures supporting quality improvement and Process Improvement Projects (PIPs).

Quality Assurance & Monitoring

Program & Contract Monitoring

Regulatory Response & CAP Oversight

Data and Technical Support

The ideal candidate for this position will demonstrate :

Additionally, the ideal candidate will be highly organized, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, work effectively in a team environment, demonstrate strong analytical and data analysis skills, and possess excellent oral and written business communication abilities. A minimum of two years of analytical experience in behavioral health, social services, or a related field is strongly desired.

NOTE : The eligible list created from this recruitment may be used to fill future extra-help, term, unclassified, and regular classified vacancies.

Qualifications

Knowledge of :

Skill / Ability to :

Education and Experience :

Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to qualify is :

Behavioral Health and Recovery Services Analyst II : Bachelor's degree in public or business administration or a related field, and two years of professional level analytical, administrative or programmatic experience in a behavioral health services field.

Application / Examination

Open & Promotional. Anyone may apply. Current County of San Mateo and County of San Mateo Superior Court of California employees with at least six months (1040 hours) of continuous service in a classified regular, probationary, or extra-help / limited term position prior to the final filing date will receive five points added to their final passing score on this examination.

Responses to the supplemental questions must be submitted in addition to our regular employment application form. A resume will not be accepted as a substitute for the required employment application and supplemental questionnaire.

The examination process will consist of an application screening (weight : pass / fail) based on the candidates' application and responses to the supplemental questions. Candidates who pass the application screening will be invited to a panel interview (weight : 100%). Depending on the number of applicants, an application appraisal of education and experience may be used in place of other examinations or further evaluation of work experience may be conducted to group applicants by level of qualification. All applicants who meet the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the examination. All examinations will be given in San Mateo County, California and applicants must participate at their own expense.

IMPORTANT : Applications for this position will only be accepted online. If you are currently on the County's website, you may click the "Apply " button. If you are not on the County's website, please go to to apply. Online applications must be received by the Human Resources Department before midnight on the final filing date.

This is a continuous recruitment which may close at any time. The final filing date will be posted five days in advance on this job announcement.

Apply immediately. This recruitment is open on a continuous basis and selections may be made at any time within the process.

TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT SCHEDULE

Final Filing Date : Continuous

About the County

San Mateo County is centrally located between San Francisco, San Jose, and the East Bay. With over 750,000 residents, San Mateo is one of the largest and most diverse counties in California and serves a multitude of culturally, ethnically and linguistically diverse communities.

The County of San Mateo is committed to advancing equity in order to ensure that all employees are welcomed in a safe and inclusive environment. The County seeks to hire, support, and retain employees who reflect our diverse community. We encourage applicants with diverse backgrounds and lived experiences to apply. Eighty percent of employees surveyed stated that they would recommend the County as a great place to work.

The County of San Mateo is an equal opportunity employer. We seek to hire, support, and retain employees who reflect our diverse community.

We encourage applicants with diverse backgrounds and lived experiences to apply.

Talent Acquisition Contact : Priscilla Bermudez (071125) Behavioral Health & Recovery Services Analyst II-G079)

We invite you to explore our page for a snapshot of the comprehensive and competitive benefits available to eligible employees of the County of San Mateo. From health and wellness to financial security, our benefits are designed to support you at every stage of your career. (Please note that benefits are subject to change.)

In addition to core benefits, the County is proud to offer a variety of wellness and professional development programs to help you grow both personally and professionally. Most of these enriching opportunities are available during work hours and come at no cost to you.

As a County employee, you'll also be covered by the federal Social Security system, earning valuable retirement benefits based on your salary and years of service.

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IMPORTANT : Applicants for this position are required to submit responses to the supplemental questions below. Your responses will provide detailed information about your background and experience related to this position.

This information will weigh heavily in the application screening by the subject matter experts and will also be used in the selection process.

Answer the questions completely, paying attention to the multi-parts of the questions . While being thorough and detailed, also be concise. Your strategic use of language as well as neatness, clarity of expression, attention to detail, proper use of grammar and the ability to follow instructions will be considered in the evaluation process. A resume will not be accepted as a substitute for your responses.

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Describe your program management experience in the area of substance use treatment and recovery services for behavioral health or social services. Include your title, the program(s) you managed, your responsibilities, and the community partners with whom you collaborated. Be specific.

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Describe your experience collecting, analyzing and presenting data and information to assist in recommending program improvements for behavioral health or social services. Include the type of data, the method you used to analyze, how you presented your recommendations, and the outcome(s). Be specific.

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Describe your experience interpreting and implementing federal, state, and local regulatory requirements for behavioral health or social services. Include the methods / tools you have used to ensure compliance with requirements and how you disseminated information to staff and contractors. Be specific .

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How did you learn about this position?

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If you answered, "Professional Publication / Website" or "Other" to the above question, please indicate below how you learned about this position. Your response to this question will help us in better marketing County jobs. Type NA if not applicable.

Required Question