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***This team is currently teleworking; however, this may change in the future with notice*** This is a great opportunity for someone who is interested in analyzing health care policies, improving access to health care, and ensuring individuals who are eligible for Minnesota Health Care Programs (MHCP) are enrolled in accordance with the law. As an Eligibility Policy Analyst, you will use strong analytical and critical thinking skills to develop health care eligibility policy that complies with state and federal laws. You will be responsible for supporting eligibility policy and operational activities across the DHS and provide strategic policy consultation to other areas of the Health Care Administration (HCA). The person in this position will be part of a strong team dedicated to DHS’s mission of helping people meet their basic needs so they can live in dignity and achieve their highest potential. Responsibilities Include: Using research and analytical skills to investigate and analyze federal and state authorities governing Medicaid and MHCP. Drafting thorough policy documentation, including research and analysis papers. Maintaining and revising the MHCP Eligibility Policy Manual; explaining complex policies clearly and understandably for public use. Publishing bulletins and other formal communications to inform local servicing agencies and the public about policy changes. Participating in cross-divisional project teams to ensure proper implementation of policy within the current eligibility technology systems, as well as in new or modernized technology. Collaborating with training and operational staff to ensure servicing agency procedures result in accurate eligibility determinations. Using critical analysis skills to identify gaps in policy and leading efforts across business areas to resolve those problems. Resolving questions and inquiries about health care eligibility policies from local servicing agencies, citizens, advocates, legislators, and other state and federal agencies. Working with division leadership to improve processes and systems for maintaining and developing policy.