Title: Policy Analyst

Job Summary :

This position works closely with DFSM leadership and sister divisions to oversee the development, interpretation, communication, writing and updating of DFSM claims policy for internal and external customers.

The State of Arizona strives for a work culture that affords employees flexibility, autonomy, and trust. Across our many agencies, boards, and commissions, many State employees participate in the State’s Remote Work Program and are able to work remotely in their homes, in offices, and in hoteling spaces. All work, including remote work, should be performed within Arizona unless an exception is properly authorized in advance.

Job Duties :

Major duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to :

• Develops and updates policies for the division. Interprets AHCCCS policies, rules, regulations, sub-regulatory guidance, research changes and additions, identifies potential issues, communicates impact of changes to division / agency / management.
• Works closely on cross-divisional policy updates and acts as a subject matter expert in regards to policy application. Analyzes, evaluates and makes recommendations for system changes / updates to improve efficiency, approve and monitor changes, and maintain documentation of changes.
• Provides professional and technical assistance, consults with providers, agencies, contractors, other state agencies, CMS (Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services) representatives, other divisions and staff regarding AHCCCS benefits and reimbursement policy and procedure. Writes and maintains publications and manuals designed to accomplish this objective.
• Collaborates with Provider Education team on developing and revising educational content and materials.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs) :

Knowledge :

Skills :

Abilities :

Selective Preference(s) :

Minimum Qualification : Two to three years experience in health care delivery systems interpreting laws / rules and writing policies.

Preferred Qualification : Bachelor's degree in a related field and three or more years of experience in a regulatory environment and experience with the Fee for Service population.

Pre-Employment Requirements :

If this position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job to conduct State business, then the following requirements apply :  Driver’s License Requirements.

All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).

Benefits :

Among the many benefits of a career with the State of Arizona, there are :

By providing the option of a full-time or part-time remote work schedule, employees enjoy improved work / life balance, report higher job satisfaction, and are more productive. Remote work is a management option and not an employee entitlement or right. An agency may terminate a remote work agreement at its discretion.

Learn more about the Paid Parental Leave pilot program here.