What are the responsibilities and job description for the HEALTH POLICY ANALYST ADVANCED SPECIAL ASSISTANT TO THE DIRECTOR position at State of Maryland?
Introduction GRADE
19
LOCATION OF POSITION
MDH - Office of Medical Benefits Management
201 W. Preston Street
Baltimore, MD 21201
Main Purpose of Job
The main purpose of this position is to design, evaluate, analyze and research projects in order to improve the Programs in the Office of Medical Benefits Management (OMBM), for the Director, as well as across the three administrations: Medical Care Programs Administration, the Acute Care Administration (ACA) and the Behavioral Health Unit (BHU). This position is responsible for initiating, planning, designing and executing the projects to determine programmatic and fiscal impact in OMBM. The position serves as an expert consultant and technical advisor on strategic health policy regarding delivery, evaluation and financing issues to the OMBM Director and Deputy Directors, Deputy Medicaid Director, Deputy Secretary of Health Care Financing and Medicaid Director, and other Executive staff. This position also provides technical support to other areas of the Medicaid program and state and private agencies in order to coordinate and implement these policies and projects. This position leads at least one Health Policy Analyst and may work under a hybrid in-office/telework schedule as recommended and approved by the Director, OMBM.
Minimum Qualifications
Education: A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
Experience: Three years of experience evaluating, analyzing, researching and developing health care services, policies and programs.
Notes
The desired candidate should possess the following:
Employees in this classification may be assigned duties which require the operation of a motor vehicle. Employees assigned such duties will be required to possess a motor vehicle operator’s license valid in the State of Maryland.
SELECTION PROCESS
Applicants who meet the minimum (and selective) qualifications will be included in further evaluation. The evaluation may be a rating of your application based on your education, training and experience as they relate to the requirements of the position. Therefore, it is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application. Please report all related education, experience, dates and hours of work. Clearly indicate your college degree and major on your application, if applicable. For education obtained outside the U.S., any job offer will be contingent on the candidate providing an evaluation for equivalency by a foreign credential evaluation service prior to starting employment (and may be requested prior to interview).
Complete applications must be submitted by the closing date. Information submitted after this date will not be added.
Incorrect application forms will not be accepted. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.
Candidates may remain on the certified eligible list for a period of at least one year. The resulting certified eligible list for this recruitment may be used for similar positions in this or other State agencies.
Benefits
STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS
FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS
Online applications are highly recommended. However, if you are unable to apply online, the paper application (and supplemental questionnaire) may be submitted to MDH, Recruitment and Selection Division, 201 W. Preston St., Room 114-B, Baltimore, MD 21201. Paper application materials must be received by 5 pm, close of business, on the closing date for the recruitment, no postmarks will be accepted.
If additional information is required, the preferred method is to upload. If you are unable to upload, please fax the requested information to 410-333-5689. Only additional materials that are required will be accepted for this recruitment. All additional information must be received by the closing date and time.
For questions regarding this recruitment, please contact the MDH Recruitment and Selection Division at 410-767-1251.
If you are having difficulty with your user account or have general questions about the online application system, please contact the MD Department of Budget and Management, Recruitment and Examination Division at 410-767-4850 or Application.Help@maryland.gov .
Appropriate accommodations for individuals with disabilities are available upon request by calling: 410-767-1251 or MD TTY Relay Service 1-800-735-2258.
We thank our Veterans for their service to our country.
People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.
As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruitment, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State's diversity.
MDHMedCare
19
LOCATION OF POSITION
MDH - Office of Medical Benefits Management
201 W. Preston Street
Baltimore, MD 21201
Main Purpose of Job
The main purpose of this position is to design, evaluate, analyze and research projects in order to improve the Programs in the Office of Medical Benefits Management (OMBM), for the Director, as well as across the three administrations: Medical Care Programs Administration, the Acute Care Administration (ACA) and the Behavioral Health Unit (BHU). This position is responsible for initiating, planning, designing and executing the projects to determine programmatic and fiscal impact in OMBM. The position serves as an expert consultant and technical advisor on strategic health policy regarding delivery, evaluation and financing issues to the OMBM Director and Deputy Directors, Deputy Medicaid Director, Deputy Secretary of Health Care Financing and Medicaid Director, and other Executive staff. This position also provides technical support to other areas of the Medicaid program and state and private agencies in order to coordinate and implement these policies and projects. This position leads at least one Health Policy Analyst and may work under a hybrid in-office/telework schedule as recommended and approved by the Director, OMBM.
Minimum Qualifications
Education: A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
Experience: Three years of experience evaluating, analyzing, researching and developing health care services, policies and programs.
Notes
- Candidates may substitute the possession of a Master's degree in Health Sciences, Health Care Administration, Public Health, Public Policy or closely related field for one year of the required experience.
- Candidates may substitute the possession of a Doctorate degree in Health Sciences, Health Care Administration, Public Health, Public Policy or closely related field for two years of the required experience.
The desired candidate should possess the following:
- Experience with project management
- Experience with data analysis
- Experience with Medicaid programs and policies
- Experience with Medicaid Management Information Systems (MMIS)
Employees in this classification may be assigned duties which require the operation of a motor vehicle. Employees assigned such duties will be required to possess a motor vehicle operator’s license valid in the State of Maryland.
SELECTION PROCESS
Applicants who meet the minimum (and selective) qualifications will be included in further evaluation. The evaluation may be a rating of your application based on your education, training and experience as they relate to the requirements of the position. Therefore, it is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application. Please report all related education, experience, dates and hours of work. Clearly indicate your college degree and major on your application, if applicable. For education obtained outside the U.S., any job offer will be contingent on the candidate providing an evaluation for equivalency by a foreign credential evaluation service prior to starting employment (and may be requested prior to interview).
Complete applications must be submitted by the closing date. Information submitted after this date will not be added.
Incorrect application forms will not be accepted. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.
Candidates may remain on the certified eligible list for a period of at least one year. The resulting certified eligible list for this recruitment may be used for similar positions in this or other State agencies.
Benefits
STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS
FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS
Online applications are highly recommended. However, if you are unable to apply online, the paper application (and supplemental questionnaire) may be submitted to MDH, Recruitment and Selection Division, 201 W. Preston St., Room 114-B, Baltimore, MD 21201. Paper application materials must be received by 5 pm, close of business, on the closing date for the recruitment, no postmarks will be accepted.
If additional information is required, the preferred method is to upload. If you are unable to upload, please fax the requested information to 410-333-5689. Only additional materials that are required will be accepted for this recruitment. All additional information must be received by the closing date and time.
For questions regarding this recruitment, please contact the MDH Recruitment and Selection Division at 410-767-1251.
If you are having difficulty with your user account or have general questions about the online application system, please contact the MD Department of Budget and Management, Recruitment and Examination Division at 410-767-4850 or Application.Help@maryland.gov .
Appropriate accommodations for individuals with disabilities are available upon request by calling: 410-767-1251 or MD TTY Relay Service 1-800-735-2258.
We thank our Veterans for their service to our country.
People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.
As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruitment, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State's diversity.
MDHMedCare
