Health Policy Analyst Ii

Responsibilities

This position will support projects related to evaluating, analyzing, researching and developing health care services, policies and programs for the Maryland Medicaid program. The role will represent MDH in external stakeholder meetings, internal program and staff meetings, conference calls, and committee meetings related to health reform policy. The candidate will support the implementation of Section 1115-authorized programs, conduct monitoring and evaluation of existing programs, and perform research and analyses on proposed health services and their impact on access, quality and cost.

The position will assist in program design, implementation and evaluation within the Medicaid programs and make recommendations for coordination of all system and regulation changes across the many entities in partnerships with MDH. The employee will write reports summarizing research and evaluation related to waiver‑related programs, conduct policy and data analysis, fiscal impact studies, state and federal legislation analysis, program quality evaluation, provider network adequacy evaluation and other duties as assigned.

The role will also develop accurate responses to legislative offices, the Governor, press and other external groups and analyze federal and state legislation, including the calculation of fiscal impact, as required.

The position is eligible to perform its duties via remote telework 60% or as otherwise permitted by the appointing authority. Permission to telework is subject to the discretion of the appointing authority and can be terminated at any time as outlined in the telework agreement.

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
• Two years of experience evaluating, analyzing, researching and developing health care services, policies and programs.
• Candidate may substitute one year of the required experience with a Master’s degree in Health Sciences, Health Care Administration, Public Health, Public Policy or a closely related field.
• Candidate may substitute the required experience with a Doctorate degree in Health Sciences, Health Care Administration, Public Health, Public Policy or a closely related field.

State of Maryland benefits apply. Additional information and accommodations for individuals with disabilities are available upon request.

Online applications are highly recommended. 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 For questions regarding this recruitment, please contact the MDH Recruitment and Selection Division at 410‑767‑1251 or the MD Department of Budget and Management, Recruitment and Examination Division at 410‑767‑4850.

Appropriate accommodations for individuals with disabilities are available upon request by calling 410‑767‑1251 or MD TTY Relay Service 1‑800‑735‑2258.