HEALTH POLICY ANALYST I

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DHMH, Office of Health Services, Baltimore, MD

The primary purpose of this position is to assist the activities for Maryland's Money Follows the Person (MFP) demonstration. This will include: reviewing and developing policies; serving as a liaison with interested groups, individual agencies, and other divisions and departments regarding the MFP demonstration; reviewing policies and applying that knowledge to ensure compliance with Federal reporting requirements; drafting and editing reports; maintaining compliance with required federal reporting; and performing other duties. This position will liaison with other departments and administrations to gather information for reports to stakeholders, contractors, and the Federal oversight agency, as well as internal staff for the purpose of clarifying policy and customer service issues, and for reviewing and interpreting state and federal policy, regulations and procedure.

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:

A Master's degree in Health Sciences, Health Care Administration, Public Health, Public Policy or closely related field may be substituted for the required experience.

The desired applicant must have strong data management skills, specifically to include strong understanding of Excel & Spreadsheet management and the ability to learn and become proficient in multiple data management systems, as well as strong written and verbal communication skills to prepare detailed reports and respond to complex sensitive  issues associated with the Aging community and persons with disabilities.

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.

Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will be evaluated.  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.  For education obtained outside the U.S., a copy of the equivalent American education as determined by a foreign credential evaluation service must accompany the application.  All information concerning your qualifications must be submitted by the closing date.  We will not consider information submitted after this date.  Applicants certified to list will receive eligibility for a period of one (1) year.  Eligibility may be extended beyond one (1) year period.  For Recorded Job Information Call:  410-767-6018.

Online applications are highly recommended, however the paper application may be submitted to DHMH, Recruitment and Selection Division, 201 W. Preston St., Room 114-B, Baltimore, MD 21201.  The paper application must be received by 5 pm, close of business, on the closing date for the recruitment, no postmarks will be accepted.

Incorrect application forms will not be accepted.

If you need to submit additional information, the preferred method is to upload.  If unable to upload, please fax requested information only to 410-333-5689.

Should additional information regarding this recruitment be required, please contact the DHMH Recruitment and Selection Division at 410-767-1251 or via email at dhmh.jobs@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.

The incumbent in this position is a member of a covered bargaining unit and will be required to pay a bi-weekly service fee to the exclusive representative of the bargaining unit.

 

 

STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS

 

As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruiting, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State’s diversity.

The resulting certified eligible list for this recruitment may be used for similar positions in this or other State agencies.

We thank our Veterans for their service to our country, and encourage them to apply.