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Main Purpose of Job

This recruitment is for three positions within the Maryland Department of Health (MDH).

The main purpose of the positions is to assist the MDH Budget Management Officer (BMO) Director and Deputy Director with discharging BMO responsibilities around budget development, budget monitoring, and day-to-day confirmation of funding availability for the department’s $23 billion annual budget.

Each position operates within BMO. Collectively, they provide budget oversight for Medicaid programs, the Maryland Children’s Health Program, the Behavioral Health Administration, and the Developmental Disabilities Administration. These positions work closely with program staff and BMO leadership to develop service projections that inform statewide budget and programmatic decision-making by MDH leadership, the Department of Budget and Management, the Governor’s Office, and the Maryland General Assembly.

The positions are eligible for Hybrid Telework.

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Main Purpose of Job

The main purpose of this position is to supervise and manage the Office of Eligibility Services (OES) within the Health Care Financing & Medicaid Administration, helping to ensure that Marylanders receive efficient and accurate eligibility services.  This role is responsible for overseeing the eligibility operations, systems, regulation and policy, and staff for Medicaid, Maryland Children’s Health Insurance Program (MCHP), and other Medical Assistance Programs.

This position directs the implementation and continuous improvement of eligibility operations, including policy development, system functionality, and eligibility caseworker training programs. This work crosses the Maryland Health Benefits Exchange, Department of Human Services, and local health departments. The Director is also responsible for maintaining strong operational performance standards that ensure eligibility and frontline staff effectively support Marylanders as they enroll in and renew coverage.

Key operational responsibilities include overseeing the development, implementation, and maintenance of eligibility operations, regulations, and policies under the Code of Maryland Regulations (COMAR). This role also involves leading the design and delivery of statewide eligibility training and technical assistance programs for eligibility case workers across the Maryland Department of Health, local health departments, the Department of Human Services, and the Maryland Health Benefit Exchange. Additional responsibilities include ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and operational functionality of the master eligibility file and supporting the Medicare Part B Buy-In program. The position also manages the issuance of Medical Assistance identification cards and related customer service processes, oversees eligibility determinations for specialized programs such as Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) waivers, and implements operational improvements that enhance efficiency, accuracy, and member satisfaction.

Functional leadership responsibilities include supervising and developing OES staff to strengthen operational execution and service excellence, as well as serving as a liaison with state and federal partners to coordinate eligibility operations and resolve recipient issues. The role also includes providing legislative testimony and supporting executive decision-making through operational data and analysis. Additionally, the position collaborates with CMS and internal technical groups, including the Medical Assistance Advisory Committee and the MCO rate setting workgroup to align eligibility operations with broader program goals.

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Summary

This position is located in the Department of Health & Human Services, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, Center for Medicaid and Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP) Services (CMCS). As a Health Insurance Specialist, GS-0107-13, serves as CMS’ focal point for assistance with formulation, coordination, integration, and implementation of all national program policies and operations relating to (CHIP), and the Basic Health Program (BHP).

Duties

• Providing oversight and technical assistance to states on Medicaid, CHIP, and BHP delivery systems, waivers, State Plan Amendments, payment policies, and program implementation.
• Developing, analyzing, interpreting, and evaluating national policies, regulations, legislation, procedures, and guidance governing Medicaid, CHIP, BHP, and related health programs.
• Reviewing state financing, reimbursement, eligibility, benefits, prescription drug, third-party liability, and other program policies to ensure compliance with applicable requirements.
• Coordinating with states, territories, tribal organizations, Federal agencies, stakeholders, and Congressional staff to provide technical assistance, resolve program issues, and support policy implementation.
• Conducting program analyses, studies, data reviews, and evaluations to assess program performance, policy impacts, financial operations, integrity risks, and opportunities to improve care and reduce costs.

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Summary

This position is located in the Department of Health & Human Services (HHS), Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Center for Medicaid and CHIP Services (CMCS). As a Social Science Research Analyst, GS-0101-13, you will develop and use surveys, market research, and statistical methodologies and techniques to conduct studies of assigned HHS programs.

Duties

• Develop and conduct program and policy analyses to identify and understand the needs and preferences of HHS health and human services programs and the populations they serve.
• Utilize appropriate market research and statistical techniques to identify ways to improve services to these programs. Conducts analyses of the quality and performance of HHS health and human services programs.
• Direct and coordinate the planning, design, development, and implementation of major health care research projects related to Medicaid and CHIP.
• Design and oversee analytic strategies to support implementation and ongoing monitoring of the new requirements.
• Evaluate program outcomes, assess state compliance, and identify policy implications, ensuring findings are integrated into oversight and technical assistance activities.

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