Job Description
The Senior Policy Advisor position directly supports the Deputy Executive Commissioner of Policy and Quality (DECPQ) for Medicaid and CHIP Services; in turn, decisions made by this position directly reflect those of DECPQ. The scope of this position primarily spans the Offices of Policy and Program and Quality and Program Improvement in the Medicaid and CHIP Services Division (MCS). This position is directly involved in addressing operational, administrative, policy, or legal aspects of the Medicaid and CHIP Services programs primarily within these areas. This position carries forward the direction of the Deputy Executive Commissioner of Policy and Quality to assist MCS leadership and program staff in addressing complex issues. Provides direction to program staff on behalf of the Deputy Executive Commissioner of Policy and Quality. Provides input regarding strategic priorities and evaluation of priorities. Reviews regular business reports and tracks completion of goals. Identifies the need to address areas of concern that may be impeding success or to achieve programmatic goals.
The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of working in partnership with other team members to drive strategy and results, embracing and solving specific challenges the organization faces, bringing fresh ideas to MCS, integrating mission and values into work practices, and leading in a fast-paced environment. The position will work under minimal supervision with extensive latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.
The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of working in partnership with other team members to drive strategy and results, embracing and solving specific challenges the organization faces, bringing fresh ideas to MCS, integrating mission and values into work practices, and leading in a fast-paced environment. The position will work under minimal supervision with extensive latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.
Essential Job Functions:
Attends work on a regular and predictable schedule in accordance with agency leave policy and performs other duties as assigned.
(10%)
Analyzes federal and state regulations and legislation, program data, budget data, forecasts, and external vendor data on a regular basis to determine appropriate operational or administrative direction, contractor compliance, and program compliance. Position reviews and approves documents on behalf of the Deputy Executive Commissioner of Policy and Quality for Medicaid and CHIP Services to include memoranda, audit management responses, contracted vendor audit or review findings and corrective actions, and reports. (20%)
Provide input regarding strategic priorities and evaluation of priorities. Reviews regular business reports and tracks completion of goals, including identifying the need to address areas of concern that may be impeding success to achieve programmatic goals. (15%)
Supports the Deputy Executive Commissioner of Policy and Quality in Medicaid and CHIP Services; in turn, decisions made by this position directly reflect those of the DECPQ. The scope of this position primarily spans the Offices of Policy and Program and Quality and Program Improvement in the Medicaid and CHIP Services Department. Decisions include the appropriate information to be shared within communications to a variety of stakeholders and audiences. (15%)
Manages and coordinates strategic initiatives for the Medicaid and CHIP Services Department, including research, analysis, project management, decision-making, stakeholder engagement, and communications. (40%)
Attends work on a regular and predictable schedule in accordance with agency leave policy and performs other duties as assigned.
(10%)
Analyzes federal and state regulations and legislation, program data, budget data, forecasts, and external vendor data on a regular basis to determine appropriate operational or administrative direction, contractor compliance, and program compliance. Position reviews and approves documents on behalf of the Deputy Executive Commissioner of Policy and Quality for Medicaid and CHIP Services to include memoranda, audit management responses, contracted vendor audit or review findings and corrective actions, and reports. (20%)
Provide input regarding strategic priorities and evaluation of priorities. Reviews regular business reports and tracks completion of goals, including identifying the need to address areas of concern that may be impeding success to achieve programmatic goals. (15%)
Supports the Deputy Executive Commissioner of Policy and Quality in Medicaid and CHIP Services; in turn, decisions made by this position directly reflect those of the DECPQ. The scope of this position primarily spans the Offices of Policy and Program and Quality and Program Improvement in the Medicaid and CHIP Services Department. Decisions include the appropriate information to be shared within communications to a variety of stakeholders and audiences. (15%)
Manages and coordinates strategic initiatives for the Medicaid and CHIP Services Department, including research, analysis, project management, decision-making, stakeholder engagement, and communications. (40%)
Knowledge Skills Abilities:
Skill in establishing plans and setting objectives and goals that support an overall business strategy.
Ability to manage high complexity and priority cross-divisional projects.
Knowledge and understanding of federal and state regulations, program data, budget data, forecasts, and external vendor data to determine appropriate operational or administrative direction, contractor compliance, and program compliance.
Knowledge and understanding of agency and MCS strategic priorities and evaluation of priorities in order to provide staff direction and decision making.
Sound judgement to make independent decisions that directly reflect those of the Deputy Executive Commissioner of Policy and Quality regarding appropriate information to be shared within communications to a variety of stakeholders and audiences.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills in order to draft, review, and approve: memos routed to HHSC leadership; external communications to a variety of stakeholders and audiences; legislative correspondence; legislative reports; and federal, state, and internal audit responses. Prepare presentations and talking points for MCS and HHSC leadership for external speaking engagements or testimony. Position routinely reviews and approves documents on behalf of the DECPQ to include memoranda, audit management responses, contracted vendor audit or review findings and corrective actions, and reports.
Ability to direct and organize program activities; to establish program goals and objectives that support the strategic plan; to identify problems, evaluate alternatives, and implement effective solutions; to develop and evaluate policies and procedures; to prepare reports; to communicate effectively; and to plan, assign, and supervise the work of others.
Skill in establishing plans and setting objectives and goals that support an overall business strategy.
Ability to manage high complexity and priority cross-divisional projects.
Knowledge and understanding of federal and state regulations, program data, budget data, forecasts, and external vendor data to determine appropriate operational or administrative direction, contractor compliance, and program compliance.
Knowledge and understanding of agency and MCS strategic priorities and evaluation of priorities in order to provide staff direction and decision making.
Sound judgement to make independent decisions that directly reflect those of the Deputy Executive Commissioner of Policy and Quality regarding appropriate information to be shared within communications to a variety of stakeholders and audiences.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills in order to draft, review, and approve: memos routed to HHSC leadership; external communications to a variety of stakeholders and audiences; legislative correspondence; legislative reports; and federal, state, and internal audit responses. Prepare presentations and talking points for MCS and HHSC leadership for external speaking engagements or testimony. Position routinely reviews and approves documents on behalf of the DECPQ to include memoranda, audit management responses, contracted vendor audit or review findings and corrective actions, and reports.
Ability to direct and organize program activities; to establish program goals and objectives that support the strategic plan; to identify problems, evaluate alternatives, and implement effective solutions; to develop and evaluate policies and procedures; to prepare reports; to communicate effectively; and to plan, assign, and supervise the work of others.
Registration or Licensure Requirements:
None
None
Initial Selection Criteria:
Experience in project management of high priority, complex projects; knowledge and understanding of federal and state regulations, program data, budget data, forecasting and external vendor data to determine appropriate operations or administrative direction; knowledge and understanding of agency and MCS strategic priorities; sound judgement in making independent decisions that directly reflects those of leadership; excellent written and verbal communication skills; experience in drafting, reviewing, and approving correspondence on behalf of leadership.
Experience in project management of high priority, complex projects; knowledge and understanding of federal and state regulations, program data, budget data, forecasting and external vendor data to determine appropriate operations or administrative direction; knowledge and understanding of agency and MCS strategic priorities; sound judgement in making independent decisions that directly reflects those of leadership; excellent written and verbal communication skills; experience in drafting, reviewing, and approving correspondence on behalf of leadership.
Additional Information:
MOS Code:
There are no direct military occupation(s) that relate to the responsibilities, and registration or licensure requirements for this position. All active duty, reservists, guardsmen, and veterans are encouraged to apply if they meet the qualifications for this position
There are no direct military occupation(s) that relate to the responsibilities, and registration or licensure requirements for this position. All active duty, reservists, guardsmen, and veterans are encouraged to apply if they meet the qualifications for this position
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