Entry-level Positions for Aspiring Staff Service Analysts
In California state government, a bachelor's degree qualifies one for a "staff service analyst" role, which Kimberly describes as a versatile entry point allowing for diverse functions such as "contract manager," policy writing, or phone support. Alternatively, "member services" at a hospital offers an entry-level administrative path.
Entry-Level Jobs, State Government Jobs, Healthcare Administration, Contract Management, Member Services
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Kimberly Lamountry
Medi-Cal Managed Care Contract Manager
California Department of Healthcare Services
Sacramento State
Business Management & Admin
Government & Public Sector, Healthcare, Medical & Wellness
Communication and Marketing
Honors Student, Took Out Loans
Video Highlights
1. Entry-level positions in California state government for those with a bachelor's degree include the Staff Service Analyst role, which offers diverse opportunities such as contract management, policy writing, or administrative tasks.
2. For those interested in healthcare administration and not necessarily state government, member services positions at hospitals are readily available.
3. A background in administration and/or healthcare is helpful to get started in this field
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Q10: Entry-level positions
What entry-level positions in this field might an undergraduate college student consider?
For any California state job, as soon as you have your bachelor's degree, you would qualify for a Staff Service Analyst role. This is just the classification title, and with it, you could do many different things.
You could be a contract manager, answer phones, or write policy. Another option, if you're not sure about state work and are interested in a hospital setting, is member services. This is a great way to start, especially if you are looking for administrative work. They are usually always hiring for that role.