Departmental Analyst 9-12 - HS Operational Supports Section

State of Michigan; Lansing (MI); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) in Lansing seeks qualified candidates for Departmental Analyst positions at levels 9-12. Responsibilities include overseeing gross adjustments processed through CHAMPS for Health Services Administration, ensuring accurate coding, and serving as the backup IT liaison.

A bachelor’s degree in any major is required. Selected candidates will be hired at the level they qualify for, with remote or hybrid work possible within Michigan.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required for the position.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and process gross adjustments over $5 billion annually in CHAMPS for HSA within DHHS.
• Enter account code rules into CHAMPS for payments to process and ensure correct coding in the accounting system.
• Serve as backup IT liaison for HSA and provide related support.

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

MDHHS mission is to provide opportunities, services, and programs that promote a healthy, safe, and stable environment for residents to be self-sufficient. We are committed to ensuring a diverse workforce and a work environment whereby all employees are treated with dignity, respect and fairness. For more information, please visit our MDHHS Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Plan.

Departmental Analyst 9-P11 (E Level)

This position will be responsible for all gross adjustments (over $5 Billion annually) that are processed and paid through the Community Health Automated Medicaid Processing System (CHAMPS) for the Health Services Administration. CHAMPS is an on-line processing system that medical providers submit billing and reimbursement for services provided through the healthcare programs administered by the Health Services Administration (HSA) within the Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS). This position encompasses monitoring and researching gross adjustments in the system for both Managed Care Payments and Fee for Service sub-systems. Duties will also include entering account code rules into CHAMPS for payments to process, ensuring correct coding in the accounting system; and serving as the backup IT liaison for HSA.

Departmental Analyst 12 (A level)

As the Gross Adjustment Expert, this position serves as the recognized resource responsible for reviewing and monitoring all gross adjustments (over $5 Billion annually) that are processed and paid through the Community Health Automated Medicaid Processing System (CHAMPS) for the Behavioral and Physical Health and Aging Services Administration (BPHASA) within the Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS). This position is the only position within the state that is responsible for gross adjustments for both the Managed Care and Fee for Service sub-systems within CHAMPS. As the only position responsible for both sub-systems, this position serves as the go-to contact for any Gross Adjustment related inquiries. Duties also include entering account code rules into CHAMPS for payments to process, ensuring correct coding in the accounting system; and serving as backup for other duties within the Financial and Administrative Services Section within BPHASA.

Job Specification

To Be Considered For This Position You Must

• Relevant experience and/or education referred to in the supplemental questions must be documented in the resume, transcript and/or application to allow for accurate screening.
• Attach a resume identifying specific experience and dates of employment. Dates of employment should include month and year and hours per week.
• Attach a cover letter.
• If applicable, attach a copy of an official transcript(s). We accept scanned copies of official transcripts. We do not accept web-based, internet, or copies of unofficial transcripts. Official transcripts provide the name of the institution, confirmation that a degree was awarded and on what date, and the registrar's signature.

Required Education And Experience

Education: Possession of a bachelor's degree in any major.

• Departmental Analyst 9 – No specific type or amount is required.
• Departmental Analyst 10 – One year of professional experience.
• Departmental Analyst P11 – Two years of professional experience, including one year of experience equivalent to the intermediate (10) level in state service.
• Departmental Analyst 12 – Three years of professional experience, including one year of experience equivalent to the experienced (P11) level in state service.

Additional Requirements And Information

This position is being posted at the 9-12 levels. The selected candidate will be hired at the level they qualify for.

The physical location of this position is 400 S Pine Street, Lansing, MI. Based on operational needs and within established limits, remote work and alternate or hybrid work schedule requests for this position may be considered.

Selected candidates who have been approved to work remotely and must complete that work within Michigan. Candidates should confirm work location and schedule at the time of interview.

• A secure work location that allows privacy and prevents distractions.
• A high-speed internet connection of at least 25 Mbps download and 5 Mbps upload.
• Suitable lighting, furniture, and utilities.

The use of artificial intelligence (AI) software of any kind is prohibited in all areas of the selection process; including, but not limited to, responses to application questions, and responses to interview questions or exercises.

If you previously held status in this classification and departed within the last three (3) years, please contact Human Resources regarding your interest in a potential reinstatement. Reinstatement is not guaranteed or required.

Accommodations

If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or selection processes, please contact the ADA coordinator for the agency that posted this position vacancy.

For information about this specific position, please email [e-mail]. Please reference the job posting number in subject line.

The Department of Health & Human Services reserves the right to close this posting prior to its original end date once a sufficient number of applications have been received.