Position Information

NY HELPYes

AgencyHealth, Department of

TitleSenior Health Care Management System Analyst/Trainee 1, 2 (NY HELPS) - 80206

Occupational CategoryFinancial, Accounting, Auditing

Salary Grade18

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

Salary RangeFrom $53764 to $85138 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Permanent

Jurisdictional Class Competitive Class

Travel Percentage 0%

Schedule

Workweek Mon-Fri

Hours Per Week 37.5

Workday

From 8 AM

To 4 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? Yes

Location

County Albany

Street Address Division of Finance and Rate Setting (DFRS) / Federal Medicaid Services (FMS) Bureau / Federal Reporting Team / Claims Data Processing Unit

99 Washington Avenue

City Albany

StateNY

Zip Code12230

Job Specifics

Duties Description Under the supervision and direction of a Unit Lead, the SHCMSA will serve as a Unit Analyst and provide their critical thinking and analytical skills in the development, implementation, management, oversight, reporting, and/or monitoring of federal Medicaid services to the federal government’s Center of Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).

Minimum Qualifications Permanent Transfer Candidates: Current New York State Department of Health employee with permanent or contingent-permanent, competitive, status, as a Senior Health Care Management Systems Analyst, SG-18 OR; a current New York State employee with one year of permanent or contingent-permanent, competitive, service in a title eligible for transfer under Section 52.6, 70.1 or 70.4 of the NYS Civil Service Law to Senior Health Care Management Systems Analyst, SG-18, Health Care Management Systems Analyst, Trainee 1, NS, or Health Care Management Systems Analyst, Trainee 2, NS.

Non-Competitive Candidates via NY HELPS Program:

Senior Health Care Management Systems Analyst: A bachelor's or higher degree and two years of professional experience in conducting public policy research and analysis in finance.

Health Care Management Systems Analyst, Trainee 2: A bachelor's degree AND one year of professional experience in conducting public policy research and analysis in finance.

Health Care Management Systems Analyst, Trainee 1: A bachelor's or higher degree.

*Substitution: a Juris Doctor, master's or higher degree in a related field can substitute for one year of specialized experience.

Preferred Qualifications: Critical thinking skills, proficient analytical skills with Microsoft Excel, ability to solve problems independently, and knowledge in performing financial, statistical and database analysis. The candidate should have the ability to interact and collaborate with other Medicaid-related State Agencies, as well as the Division of the Budget and Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Additionally, an understanding of Microsoft Office applications is preferred.

Additional Comments The immediate portfolio of the Unit Analyst will be the development, reporting, and certifying quarterly Statement of Expenditures for the Medicaid Program (annual budget of over $135 billion). These reports must be submitted and certified to CMS in order for New York State to retain its federal financial participation (FFP) in the Medicaid program.

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

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.

Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.

How to Apply

Name Human Resources Management Group, SCD/SHCMSA/80206

Telephone 518-486-1812

Fax 518-473-3395

Email Address Resume@health.ny.gov

Address

Street Corning Tower, Empire State Plaza, Room 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 CD/SHCMSA/80206 included in the subject line or by mail to Human Resources Management Group, CD/SHCMSA/80206, 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.