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HEALTH POLICY ANALYST I

Recruitment #21-002418-0024

GRADE

16

LOCATION OF POSITION

MDH, Office of Innovation, Research & Development, Health Care Financing, 201 W. Preston Street, Baltimore, MD

Main Purpose of Job

This position will support the design, development, implementation, and evaluation of high-priority projects in the Medicaid program and provide information to senior managers and policymakers on issues related to health care services, financing, and regulation. This position has particular focus on emerging issues concerning MDH’s implementation of the Affordable Care Act (ACA), including payment and delivery system reform under Maryland Medicaid’s §1115 HealthChoice demonstration waiver, and Maryland’s CHIP Health Services Initiatives.  This position will be responsible for duties such as policy and data analysis, drafting reports and evaluations, fiscal impact studies, developing regulations and legislative proposals, and creating and conducting presentations. The position has an external component as well, as they will attend, and at times support and/or facilitate stakeholder meetings, internal program and staff meetings, conference calls, and committee meetings on various topics. The position will also be responsible for supporting responses to information requests from legislative offices, the Governor, press, and other external groups.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education:    A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.

Experience: One year of experience evaluating, analyzing, researching and developing health care services, policies and programs.

Note: Candidates may substitute the possession of a Master's degree in Health Sciences, Health Care Administration, Public Health, Public Policy or closely related field from an accredited college or university for the required experience.

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

The desired candidate should have demonstrated writing, research, project management and communication (written and oral) skills, a working knowledge of health policy, and a Graduate-level degree (such as a Master's or JD).

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS

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

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.




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