Only applicants who meet the Minimum Qualification Requirements and meet all selective requirements (listed below) will be placed on the eligible list.
The Iowa Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), Division of Medicaid is seeking a Managed Care Organization (MCO) Data Analyst to join our team!
Terms of Employment
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Full-time, Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM-4:30 PM
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Work from the newly remodeled Lucas Building on the Capitol Complex
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Telework may be an option upon successful completion of the six-month probationary period.
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Applicants will be required to complete a background check to be considered for this position.
What You’ll Do
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Monitor and analyze managed care reporting to ensure compliance with state, federal, and contractual requirements.
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Develop and publish public-facing dashboards showing Medicaid and MCO performance.
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Review reports to identify trends, gaps, risks, and opportunities for improvement.
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Enhance reporting processes and tools, to improve data quality, usability, and automation.
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Work directly with Managed Care Plans and data teams to resolve issues and improve accuracy.
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Support oversight activities by preparing reports, conducting special analyses, and providing technical assistance to contract managers.
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Provide clear, actionable insights that support leadership, policy development and decision-making.
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Translate complex data findings into understandable insights that guide program improvements and decision-making.
What We’re Looking For
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A sharp, detail-driven analyst who loves turning data into meaningful insights.
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Strong problem solver with experience in data analysis, reporting or program performance.
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Skilled communicator who can translate complex information for diverse audiences.
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Collaborator who can work with teams and navigate fast moving oversight needs.
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Bonus: previous experience with Power BI, managed care, Medicaid, healthcare quality, or similar fields is helpful but not required.
What We Offer
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Purpose-driven work that strengthens Iowa’s Medicaid programs and member outcomes.
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Collaboration with leadership, partners and organizations across the state.
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Growth opportunities in analytics, reporting, oversight and policy work.
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A supportive team environment with chances to contribute to process enhancements and innovative oversight strategies.
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Competitive state benefits – see below for more details.
Benefits
Working for the State of Iowa comes with its perks. In addition to a competitive salary, you'll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being and professional growth:
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Health, Dental, and Vision Coverage: Health and dental insurance packages to keep you and your family healthy at a low cost with outstanding coverage!
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Paid Time Off: Take time to recharge with paid time off, including vacation (96 hours/year to begin, increasing with years of service), sick leave (144 hours/year), and paid holidays (9 days/year).
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Retirement Plans: Participate in retirement plans such as IPERS (employees contribute 6.29% and the State of Iowa contributes 9.44%) as well as our Retirement Investors Club (RIC), Employer Sponsored Retirement Plan (the State of Iowa matches dollar for dollar up to $75/month).
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Flexible Spending Accounts: Take advantage of flexible spending accounts for medical and dependent care expenses.
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Insurance Coverage: Benefit from life insurance and free long-term disability insurance for added peace of mind.
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Employee Assistance Program: Access resources and support through our Employee Assistance Program for personal and professional challenges.
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Employee Discount Programs: Enjoy discounts on a variety of goods and services through our employee discount programs.
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Background Checks
Applicants will be required to complete a background check to be considered for this position.
The State of Iowa is an EEO/AA Employer
HHS values those with “lived experience” and encourages adults who were fostered as youth, foster parents, and/or parents who were in the DHS system to apply. Minorities, women, persons with disabilities and veterans are encouraged to apply (Hearing and Speech Impaired – Relay Iowa 1-800-735-2942 TDD).
E-Verify and Right to Work
The State of Iowa participates in E-Verify, a federal program that helps employers confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. Within the required timeframe, new hires will be verified through the E-Verify system to ensure authorization to work in the United States. The State of Iowa also complies with the federal Right to Work laws, which protect employees’ rights to work without being required to join a labor organization. For more information, please visitwww.e-verify.gov.
**Statistical Data Analysis
6 months’ experience, 12 semester hours, or a combination of both in statistical data analysis including: • Statistical research • Analysis or evaluation of statistical data • Clerical or technical work primarily limited to collecting, compiling, or assembling statistical data should not be counted toward this selective.
Applicants must meet at least one of the following minimum requirements to qualify for positions in this job classification:
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Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a degree in any field, and experience equal to three years of full-time work in project management; management analysis; data science; business systems analysis; or professional-level program administration, development, or operations.
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All of the following (a and b):
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Three years of full-time work experience in project management; management analysis; data science; business systems analysis; or professional-level program administration, development, or operations; and
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A total of four years of education and/or full-time experience (as described in part a), where thirty semester hours of accredited college or university coursework in any field equals one year of full-time experience.
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All of the following (a, b, and c):
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One year of full-time work experience in project management; management analysis; data science; business systems analysis; or professional-level program administration, development, or operations; and
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A total of four years of education and/or full-time experience (as described in part a), where thirty semester hours of accredited college or university coursework in any field equals one year of full-time experience; and
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A total of two years of graduate-level education and/or full-time experience (as described in part a), where twenty-four semester hours of accredited graduate college or university coursework in business administration, industrial management, statistics, natural science, or a closely-related field equals one year of full-time experience.
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Current, continuous experience in the state executive branch that includes six months of full-time work as a Management Analyst 2 or two and a half years as a Management Analyst 1.
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