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State of Maine, Bureau of Human Resources Data Analyst in Augusta, Maine
Data Analyst
Augusta , Maine , United States | Community & Social Services | Full-time
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Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS)Management Analyst IOpening Date: June 21, 2024 Closing Date: July 8, 2024Job Class Code:0392
Grade: 21 (Pro/Tech)
Salary:$43,492.80 - $58,531.20/yearThere will be a 3% across the board general salary increase effective June 30th, 2024.Position Number: 02000-2659Location: Augusta
Agency information:
TheDepartment of Health and Human Services (https://www.maine.gov/dhhs/) (DHHS) is dedicated to promoting health, safety, resilience, and opportunity for Maine people. The Department provides health and social services to approximately a third of the State's population, including children, families, older Mainers, and individuals with disabilities, mental illness, and substance use disorders. The Department also promotes public health, operates two state psychiatric hospitals, and provides oversight to health care providers.
The Maine Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is dedicated to promoting health, safety, resilience, and opportunity for Maine people. The Department provides health and social services to approximately a third of the State's population, including children, families, older Mainers, and individuals with disabilities, mental illness, and substance use disorders.
The Office of MaineCare Services (OMS) within DHHS administers the state’s Medicaid program, which provides free or low-cost health insurance coverage for low-income Mainers so they can access the health care services they need to work, care for family, go to school, and participate in the community. OMS works collaboratively with other State agencies, the Legislature, the Office of the Governor, MaineCare members, health care providers, and other health care purchasers on statewide healthcare improvement initiatives. OMS is committed to advancing health equity efforts to improve access to care and positive health outcomes for all low-income Mainers. OMS provides benefit coverage and support services in alignment with Department goals, federal requirements, and State statutes. OMS also provides oversight necessary to ensure accountability and efficient and effective administration of the state’s Medicaid program.
The Reporting and Data Management Unit is located within the Data Analytics Division. This team is responsible for oversight of the Decision Support System (DSS) reporting tool, tracking and producing reports and extracts used by others at OMS as well as other offices within DHHS, Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services and external partners.
Core Responsibilities:
The person in this position is responsible for tracking and completing data requests for the Office of MaineCare Services and other agencies.
Duties include the following:
Process and respond to all incoming data requests same day when received by 4 PM at least 90% of the time.
Contact requestors to clarify requests whenever necessary.
Complete at least 90% of urgent ad hoc data requests within 4 business days and non-urgent requests within 8 business days.
Complete Pediatric Rapid Evaluation Program (PREP) reports for the Case Workers at the Office of Children and Family Services (OCFS) by pulling and compiling all available claims data for the requested children.
Do large data pulls for Program Integrity and the Attorney General’s office to assist with identifying fraud.
Complete reports for each of the Maine hospitals by pulling and compiling all of the available claims data for specified time periods. Each request requires running multiple reports.
Update and run recurring reports (weekly, monthly, quarterly and annually).
Analyze and interpret large datasets related to programs and healthcare claims data.
Summarize results of analysis in Microsoft Excel and present in a format that clearly communicates results.
Generate data visualizations when needed to better help our audience understand the data.
Use SQL to pull data from the Legacy Database (MECMS claims) and Data Analytics Platform (MIHMS claims).
Follow HIPAA protocols whenever sharing Protected Health Information (PHI).
Minimum Qualifications:
Six (6) years of education, training, and/or experience analyzing, evaluating, and/or developing improvements to organizational and/or managerial systems, programs, and practices.
Preferred experience includes:
• Experience with and knowledge of the Medicaid program and/or other health and human services programs serving low-income populations
• Lived experience with Medicaid and/or other health-related social needs common to individuals and families receiving Medicaid coverage
The background of well-qualified candidates will demonstrate the following competencies:
Proficiency in using Microsoft Excel including pivot tables.
Demonstrated ability to learn and use new reporting systems. Basic SQL skills preferred.
Attention to detail.
Ability to communicate well one on one, in meetings and in writing.
Good organizational skills and the ability to prioritize and switch between multiple tasks.
Applicants should include a cover letter that answers the following questions:
Describe your familiarity with the Medicaid program and your experience working with Medicaid or other healthcare claims data.
What tools have you used to perform analysis and/or reporting needs?
Describe your experience with learning a new system and any challenges you experienced.
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Application Information:
Please submit all documents or files in PDF format.
For questions, please contact Kristen Cowing at 207-624-4033
To request a paper application, please contact Ashley.Smith@Maine.gov (Ashley.Vigue@Maine.gov) .
Benefits of working for the State of Maine:
No matter where you work across Maine state government, you find employees who embody our state motto—"Dirigo" or "I lead"—as they provide essential services to Mainers every day. We believe in supporting our workforce's health and wellbeing with a valuable total compensation package, including:
Work-Life Fit – Rest is essential. Take time for yourself using 13 paid holidays , 12 days of sick leave , and 3+ weeks of vacation leave annually. Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service, and overtime-exempt employees receive personal leave.
Health Insurance Coverage – The State of Maine pays 85%-100% of employee-only premiums ($10,523.28-$12,380.40 annual value), depending on salary. Use this chart to find the premium costs for you and your family, including the percentage of dependent coverage paid by the State.
Dental Insurance – The State of Maine pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums ($350.40 annual value).
Retirement Plan – The State contributes the equivalent of 13.41% of the employee's pay towards the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS).
Parental leave is one of the most important benefits for any working parent. All employees who are welcoming a child—including fathers and adoptive parents—receivesix weeks of fully paid parental leave. Additional, unpaid leave may also be available, under the Family and Medical Leave Act .
State employees are eligible for an extensive and highly competitive benefits package (https://www.maine.gov/bhr/state-jobs/compensation-benefits) , covering many aspects of wellness. Learn about additional wellness benefits for State employees from the Office of Employee Health and Wellness (https://www.maine.gov/bhr/oeh/) .
Note: Benefits may vary somewhat according to specific collective bargaining agreements and are prorated for part-time employment.
There's a job and then there's purposeful, transformative work. Our aim is to create a workplace where you can learn, grow, and continuously refine your skills. Applicants demonstrate job requirements in differing ways, and we appreciate that many skills and backgrounds can make people successful in this role.
As an Equal Opportunity employer, Maine State Government embraces a culture of respect and awareness. We are committed to creating a strong sense of belonging for all team members, and our process ensures an inclusive environment to applicants of all backgrounds including diverse race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity, physical or mental disability, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, familial status or genetics.
If you’re looking for a great next step, and want to feel good about what you do, we’d love to hear from you. Please note reasonable accommodations are provided to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.