Office of Statewide Health Planning and Development

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Benefits of Working for the Office of Statewide Health Planning and Development

Our employees work hard and they deserve to be rewarded. As a State agency, we are committed to rewarding our employees with more than a paycheck. In addition to competitive wages, our employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that is designed to meet the needs of today's workforce.

Dental Insurance - Employees and their eligible dependents can choose the dental plan right for them. The State may pay up to 100 percent of the premiums depending on the plan selected.
Employee Assistance Program - Confidential consultation, assessment, and referrals are available, as well as support groups, wellness programs, and noontime meetings and seminars.
Health Insurance - Choose from a variety of health benefit plans for you and your family. The State may pay up to 100 percent of the premiums depending on the plan selected.
Vision Care Insurance - As a State employee, you are automatically enrolled into the State's Vision Program.

Bereavement Leave - As a State employee, you are allowed paid time off if a member of your immediate family dies.
Family, Parental, and Other Leave - Up to one year unpaid leave.
Holidays - 13 paid holidays per year, plus one personal holiday.
Jury Duty - In general, if you are called for jury duty, you serve with no loss in pay as long as you remit to the state any fees received for jury duty.
Military Leave - Up to 30 calendar days with pay for military leave each year if you meet specific requirements.
Sick Leave - Earn sick leave each month to provide income protection in the event of illness or injury.
Vacation - Enjoy paid vacation each year based upon years of employment.

Retirement Plans - A choice of plans to help you meet your goals. Your pension grows as your career grows with us. Visit CalPERS for more information.
Savings Plus - In addition to our Retirement Plans, the State offers a 457 Deferred Compensation plan and a 401K plan for customized savings. Visit DPA for more information on savings plus plans.
ScholarShare Program - Tax deferred college savings for your children.

Credit Union - Credit Union membership is open to all of our employees.
Educational Reimbursement - Partial educational reimbursement for college classes or training that are career related and for upward mobility.
FlexElect - Receive extra cash if you already have medical and/or dental coverage through another source.
Flexible Work Arrangements - In some cases, alternative work rrangements such as flextime, job sharing, and alternative work schedules can help employees balance career and family life.
Group Legal Plan - Affordable and covers most legal situations.
Long-Term Care - Affordable comprehensive plans available.
Merit Salary Adjustment - Annual 5 percent increase after 12 months of satisfactory performance, as certified by your supervisor, until maximum salary is reached.
Transfer and Advancement Opportunities - Make the most out of your career with a wide range of flexible career choices and transfer and promotional opportunities throughout California.
And more!