SPA & Rules Manager

Open Until Filled GENERAL DESCRIPTION

The SPA and Rules Manager provides support to the Policy, Administration, and Communications Section and the Division of Healthcare Financing through analysis projects that inform policy development, implementation of best practices, and Division strategic planning. This position drafts policy briefs, provides policy recommendations, and reviews existing Division policies and processes for opportunities to improve efficiencies and service provision. This position coordinates, monitors, reviews, and submits State Plan Amendments and ensures SPAs align with state and federal rules and regulations.

This position manages Division rules promulgation by providing coordination and facilitation throughout the promulgation process. This position provides support for the Division program initiatives and special projects.

Working for the State of Wyoming offers more than a paycheck. Our total compensation package includes:

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid vacation, sick leave, FMLA, and holidays
• Retirement - Pension and 457(b) plans that help you build a secure future
• Flexible schedules and work-life balance options
• Meaningful work that makes a difference for Wyoming communities

and MUCH MORE!  for detailed information, or you can watch this short video to learn about our benefit package!

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• Policy research & Reports: Conducts and assigns policy research tasks. Prepares data analyses and written reports in a timely and accurate manner. Develops recommendations for leadership regarding program refinement, including operational improvements based on findings.
• SPA Management & Tracking: Coordinates the development, review, and submission of State Plan Amendments (SPAs) within Division and federal timelines. Tracks and manages the full SPA process from drafting to federal approval.
• Rules Management & Tracking: Facilitates the development, revision, and submission of Division rules to support Department initiatives and priorities, ensuring adherence to state and federal regulations. Tracks and manages the full promulgation process.
• Tracking of Federal Regulatory Changes and Policy Process: Monitors and flags upcoming federal regulatory and policy changes. Facilitate discussions to assess impacts and support timely Division response. Tracks the implementation of federal and legislative mandates and monitors policy review, approval, and denial processes.
• Technical Writing & Documentation Development: Prepares and supports the preparation of technical documents requiring expertise in formatting and content development across multiple formal modalities, including rule packages, SPA submissions, Statements of Reasons, public notices, provider and member guidance, and other external communications. Monitors accuracy, clarity, and compliance with federal, state, and agency formatting requirements.
• Division Performance Monitoring: Support the Health Stat process and identify opportunities for performance improvement within the Division.
• Division Onboarding: Coordinate and conduct Onboarding on a quarterly basis as needed, ensuring training materials remain accurate and up to date.
• Special Projects: Manages and completes special projects requiring various areas of expertise, including policy, cross-Division coordination, customer service, etc. Provides program support and assumes ownership of various divisional duties as assigned. Supports general Division operations as needed.

• Understanding of State and Federal regulations.
• Ability to navigate complex healthcare topics.
• Knowledge of State Rules and Rules Promulgation Process.
• Strong ability to draft and understand technical writing.
• Ability to use and navigate database systems.

Education: Bachelor's Degree (typically in Business)

Experience: 1-2 years of progressive work experience (typically in Business) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Policy & Planning Analyst III

OR Education & Experience Substitution: 4-6 years of…