Senior Government Consultant II Policy

We are seeking a talented individual to join ourGovernment Health Services Consulting (GHSC)team atMercer a Marsh business.

As aSeniorGovernment ConsultantIIMedicaid PolicySpecialistyou willplay a vital role as a core team memberproviding expert insights on complex projects forclients which are primarily state Medicaid andChildrens Health Insurance Program (CHIP) agenciesand related state agencies responsible for Medicaid and CHIP fee-for-service and managed care isa great opportunityto joina global company known for its dynamic culture excellent benefits and commitment to professional growthwhere you can experience meaningful work alongside supportive leaders dedicated to yoursuccess!

Senior Government Consultant II Medicaid PolicySpecialist

We will count on you to:

• Provideresearchanalysis and strategic consulting on Medicaid managed care policy procurement and contracting.

• Participate as a team memberto help states design develop implement and improve their Medicaid and CHIP programs to achieve their goals including the use ofeffective contract tools.

• Develop innovative strategies to resolve complex issues where policy guidance is unclear and policy solutions require deeper analysis.

• Consider the implication of policy legal political or other changes to the State Medicaid programs.

• Communicate results andcontribute todiscussions with clients health plans and other stakeholders to help clients develop their desired policy and program options.

• Contribute to and develop articles thought pieces analyses and policy summaries.

• Plan direct and coordinate projects and resources to support Medicaid policy research program development and implementation of Medicaid initiatives.

• Engage and collaborate with stakeholders including Medicaid leadership providers and beneficiaries to gather feedbackand informprogram recommendations.

• Manage the quality and timeliness of client deliverablescommunicatingregularly and effectively with project teams.

What you need to have:

• Bachelors degree

• Minimum5 years of relevant experience

• Demonstrated experience and success in managing complex projects and navigating challenging Medicaid policy topics

• Excellent project management project leadership and interpersonal skills

• Success working across matrixteams

• Excellent written and oral communication skills

• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment and managing multiple project deadlines

• Ability to translate technical findings into clear client-friendly insights

What makes you stand out

• Masters degree in health policy public policy health management public health or related field

• State agency Medicaid managed care procurement experience State agency Medicaid managed care compliance experience federal agency Medicaid managed care procurement regulatory experience or managed care organization Medicaid managed care experience

• Expertise with targeted monitoring in areas such as Medicaid managed care organization readiness reviewsMental Healthparity/MHPAEAcomplianceorprogram integrity.

• Experience with Medicaid State Plans anddifferent Medicaidwaiverauthorities

• Experience working with Medicaid actuaries

Why join our team:

• We help youbeyour best through professional development opportunities interestingworkand supportive leaders.

• We foster a vibrant and inclusive culture where you can work with talented colleagues to createnew solutionsand havean impactoncolleagues clientsand communities.

• Our scale enables us toprovidea range of career opportunities as well as benefits and rewards to enhance your well-being.