Position Information

NY HELPYes

AgencyHealth, Department of

TitleMedicaid Redesign Analyst 2 (NY HELPS) - 99382

Occupational CategoryHealth Care, Human/Social Services

Salary Grade23

Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)

Salary RangeFrom $86681 to $109650 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Permanent

Jurisdictional Class Competitive Class

Travel Percentage 10%

Schedule

Workweek Mon-Fri

Hours Per Week 37.5

Workday

From 9 AM

To 5 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? Yes

Telecommuting allowed? Yes

Location

County Albany

Street Address Office of Health Insurance Programs, Division of Program Development and Management, Bureau of Medicaid Long Term Care Policy

99 Washington Avenue, Suite 720

City Albany

StateNY

Zip Code12210

Job Specifics

Duties Description The Division of Program Development & Management (DPDM) Bureau of Medicaid Long Term Care Policy (BMLTCP) is responsible for implementing, and oversight of several state and federal Medicaid long term care initiatives including the New York Independent Assessor program, fiscal intermediary contracting for the consumer directed personal assistance program (CDPAP), personal care services (PCS), electronic visit verification (EVV), personal care services (PCS)/CDPAP regulatory and policy changes, and oversight/review of the PCS/CDPAS/personal emergency response services (PERS) programs at all Local Departments of Social Services. This MRA2 will be responsible for compliance related to the Independent Assessor Program, local district operations, EVV compliance program and fiscal intermediary contracting programs. The MRA2 will provide support to the Bureau Director, Deputy Director, Project Coordinator and Senior Policy Writer through research and program analysis, developing and recommending policies and procedures to adequately ensure Bureau programs run appropriately. The MRA2 will directly supervise staff performing and reviewing program compliance. The individual will serve as a liaison between the bureau and other DPDM bureaus, other OHIP divisions including DOS, DFRS and DHPCO, other DOH areas, and other agencies such as OMIG, OTDA, OMH and OPWDD to tie together the functionalities and expertise needed to successfully implement Bureau programs.

Minimum Qualifications Reassignment: Current New York State Department of Health employee with permanent or contingent-permanent status as a Medicaid Redesign Analyst 2, Grade 23.

Permanent Transfer Candidates: New York State employee with one year of permanent or contingent-permanent service in a title eligible for transfer to Medicaid Redesign Analyst 2, Grade 23, under Section 52.6, 70.1 or 70.4 of the Civil Service Law.

Provisional Appointment: In the absence of an eligible list with three or more candidates willing to accept a position, a temporary provisional appointment may be considered. For provisional appointment, candidates must meet one of the following minimum qualifications: Be a current NYS Department of Health employee with one year of permanent service or 55-b/55-c service as a Medicaid Redesign Analyst 1.

If three or fewer New York State Department of Health promotional candidates respond to this notice, the agency may, at its discretion, nominate a qualified employee for non-competitive promotion under the provisions of Section 52.7 of the Civil Service Law. Employees must have one year of permanent or contingent-permanent, competitive service as a Medicaid Redesign Analyst 1. If certified by Civil Service, mandatory reemployment list candidates must be considered first for appointment to this title.

NY HELPS Non-Competitive Candidates:
Seven years of experience in the administration of a public health insurance program performing one or more of the following duties: participation in the development or implementation of programs, policies, procedures, or regulations related to the delivery, reimbursement, eligibility, coverage, or payment of health care services; analyzing demographic, economic, financial, clinical usage, or clinical quality assurance data to improve the quality, availability, or efficiency of health care services; participating in the development, implementation, or oversight of health plan contracts with organizations that provide insurance coverage of health care services.

An associate degree may substitute for two years of experience; a bachelor’s degree may substitute for four years of experience; a master’s degree may substitute for five years of experience; and a doctorate may substitute for six years of experience.

Preferred Qualifications: Experience working in Medicaid and the Long Term Community Care population. Experience analyzing local district case files, evaluting compliance and recommending corrective action. Two years experience working with or in a local district preferred. Applicant should have experience reviewing and writing policy documents using acquired knowledge of local district operations, long term care programs, research and data analysis to inform policy and/or regulations at the state or federal level. Strong written and communication skills including handling phone and email inquiries and complaints from the public.

Additional Comments This position may require day or overnight travel to local departments of social services statewide for the purposes of program review and monitoring.

This position is part of the NYS HELPS program. No examination is required.

This position may require travel throughout New York State including overnights to areas not served by public transportation.

We offer a work-life balance and a generous benefits package, worth 65% of salary, including:

• Holiday & Paid Time Off
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
• Pension from New York State Employees’ Retirement System
• Shift & Geographic pay differentials
• Affordable Health Care options
• Family dental and vision benefits at no additional cost
• NYS Deferred Compensation plan
• Access to NY 529 and NY ABLE College Savings Programs, and U.S. Savings Bonds
• And many more...

The NYS Department of Health is committed to making New York a safer, healthier, and more equitable place to live. Understanding health equity, social determinants of health and health disparities is critical to accomplish our goal of eliminating health disparities. For more information on the NYS Department of Health’s Mission, Vision, Values and Strategic Plan, please visit: https://health.ny.gov/commissioner/index.htm

If you require reasonable accommodation to complete a job application, a job interview or to otherwise participate in the hiring process, please contact by phone 518-486-1812 or email doh.sm.reasonable.accommodation@health.ny.gov to make a request.

NYS Department of Health does not participate in E-Verify and does not sponsor visa applications.

For new State employees appointed to graded positions, the annual salary is the hiring rate (beginning of the Salary Range) of the position. Promotion salaries are calculated by the NYS Office of the State Comptroller in accordance with NYS Civil Service Law, OSC Payroll rules and regulations and negotiated union contracts.

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How to Apply

Name Human Resources Management Group

Telephone 518-486-1812

Fax 518-473-3395

Email Address resume@health.ny.gov

Address

Street Corning Tower, Empire State Plaza, Rm 2217

City Albany

State NY

Zip Code 12237

 

Notes on ApplyingPlease submit your resume and cover letter as one (1) document, preferably in PDF format, by email to resume@health.ny.gov, with Reference SCD/MRA2/99382 included in the subject line or by mail to Human Resources Management Group, SCD/MRA2/99382, Rm 2217, Corning Tower Building, Empire State Plaza, Albany, NY 12237-0012, or by fax to (518) 473-3395. Failure to include the required information may result in your resume not being considered for this position.