Medicaid Policy Director

The Kansas Department of Health and Environment is seeking a full-time Medicaid Policy Director to lead the Medicaid Policy Bureau, focusing on policy innovation and efficiency for the KanCare program. The role requires collaboration with clinical teams and oversight of policy teams. Applicants must have relevant experience and a valid driver's license. The position offers benefits and a salary range of $85,000 to $93,000, with flexible scheduling options.
Job Posting

Important Recruitment Information for this vacancy

Job Posting closes: February 18, 2025 Required documents uploaded by: February 18, 2025

Kansas Department of Health and Environment:

Our agency is led by Secretary Janet Stanek, who was appointed by Gov. Kelly in Dec 2021. KDHE is comprised of three divisions: Public Health, Environment, and Health Care Finance (which includes the State’s Medicaid program, KanCare). We are the only agency in the nation to have these three entities under one roof which allows us to take a holistic approach to improving and protecting the health and well-being of all Kansans.

http://www.kdhe.ks.gov/

About The Position
• Who can apply: Agency Only (Internal)
• Classified/Unclassified Service: Unclassified
• Full-Time/Part-Time: Full-Time
• Regular/Temporary: Regular
• Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm (Flexible schedules available)
• Eligible to Receive Benefits: Yes
• Veterans' Preference Eligible: Yes

Compensation:
• Annual Pay Range: $85,000 – $93,000
• Salary can vary depending upon education, experience, or qualifications.

Employment Benefits
• Comprehensive medical, mental, dental, vision, and additional coverage
• Sick & Vacation leave
• Work-Life Balance programs: parental leave, military leave, jury leave, funeral leave
• Paid State Holidays (designated by the Governor annually)
• Fitness Centers in select locations
• Employee discounts with the STAR Program
• Retirement and deferred compensation programs

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Position Summary & Responsibilities

Position Summary:

The position (K0227568) Serve as the leader of the Medicaid Policy Bureau. This individual will review other state Medicaid policies and Medicaid eligibility policies innovations with the goal of providing a pathway toward continuous improvement in the KanCare program. In addition, the individual will ensure all Medicaid policies are reviewed and updated as needed to ensure program efficiency. The individual will head a team comprised of a 1) Policy Team, 2) Eligibility Policy Team, and 3) State Plan Amendment and Waiver Team. The individual will work collaboratively with the clinical team and the rest of the Department of Healthcare Finance division to ensure that the KanCare program effectively and efficiently meets current and future objectives to serve Medicaid recipients.

Job Responsibilities may include but are not limited to the following: Work collaboratively with KDHE clinical team to assure that key clinical input is obtained during the creation of new clinical and eligibility policies, including state plan amendments and waivers as needed.

Qualifications
• Education:
• High School, GED
• Licensing & Certification:
• Valid Driver's License - Incumbent is required to have and maintain a valid driver's license when operating a state vehicle, a private vehicle, or a rental vehicle for the benefit of the State.
• Minimum Qualifications:
• Three years of experience in planning, organizing and directing the work of a department, program or agency.
• Minimum of two years’ experience developing policies for a highly regulated program or industry.
• Education may be substituted for experience as determined relevant by the agency.
• Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access
• Proofreading, editing, attention to detail
• Able to communicate interpretations of data effectively to various audiences
• Preferred Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s Degree
• Ability to track, develop, and synthesize data
• Demonstrate skills to handle a variety of assignments simultaneously

Recruiter Contact Information
• Name: Hope Stover
• Email: hope.stover@ks.gov
• Mailing Address: 1000 SW Jackson St. Suite 580 Topeka, KS 66612

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Required Documents For This Application To Be Complete

Upload these on the Careers - My Job Applications page
• Transcripts
• DD214 (if you are claiming Veteran’s Preference)

Upload these on the Attachments step in your Job Application
• Resume
• Cover Letter

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How To Claim Veterans Preference

Veterans' Preference Eligible (VPE): Former military personnel or their spouse that have been verified as a "veteran"; under K.S.A. 73-201 will receive an interview if they meet the minimum competency factors of the position. The veterans' preference laws do not guarantee the veteran a job. Positions are filled with the best qualified candidate as determine by the hiring manager.

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How To Claim Disability Hiring Preference

Applicants that have physical, cognitive and/or mental disabilities may claim an employment preference when applying for positions. If they are qualified to meet the performance standards of the position, with or without a reasonable accommodation, they will receive an interview for the position. The preference does not guarantee an applicant the job, as positions are filled with the best qualified candidate as determined by the hiring manager.

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PLEASE NOTE: The documentation verifying a person's eligibility for use of this preference should not be sent along with other application materials to the hiring agency but should be sent directly to OPS. These documents should be sent either by fax to (785)296-7712, scanned and emailed to Gustavo.Victoriano@ks.gov , or can be mailed/delivered in person to:

ATTN: Disability Hiring Preference Coordinator

Office of Personnel Services

Landon State Office Building

900 SW Jackson, Rm 401

Topeka, KS 66612

Equal Employment Opportunity

The State of Kansas is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion as essential elements that create and foster a welcoming workplace. All qualified persons will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, political affiliation, disability or any other factor unrelated to the essential functions of the job.

If you wish to identify yourself as a qualified person with a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act and would like to request an accommodation, please address the request to the agency recruiter.