HCBS Policy & Communications Unit Manager 2026

State of Wyoming; Cheyenne (WY); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid vacation, sick leave, FMLA, and…

Retirement plans (Pension and 457B)

Flexible schedules

Meaningful work

Job summary

The State of Wyoming's HCBS Section seeks a Policy and Communications Unit Manager to lead policy, training, and project coordination, aligning federal and state rules and guiding key initiatives within the Leadership Team.

You will supervise waiver processes, coordinate meetings, and serve as CMS liaison, while developing content and reporting for internal and external stakeholders. This role advances compliance, policy development, and program growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field (business or public admin).
• Master’s degree in public administration or health administration preferred.
• 1-3 years of progressive work experience at Senior Policy & Planning Analyst level.
• Knowledge of Medicaid waivers, CMS requirements, and rule writing.

Responsibilities

• Supervise Medicaid Waiver submissions and renewals for CCW, Comprehensive, and Supports Waivers per CMS timelines.
• Coordinate Waiver meetings, presentations, and community forums as needed.
• Serve as CMS liaison for questions and clarifications on Waiver submissions.
• Supervise the Medicaid Waiver Policy Analyst and Communications Analyst; provide training and guidance.
• Prepare quarterly and annual Waiver reporting, including evidentiary reports and HCBS annual reports.
• Project manage HCBS rule revisions and other federal initiatives with planning and reporting.
• Lead Medicaid Waiver Provider Rate Rebasing projects with contracted partners.
• Develop and maintain HCBS webpages; ensure compliance with state/federal laws.
• Review rules and policies for gaps; propose changes and new policies.
• Coordinate Developmental Disabilities and Long Term Care Advisory Council activities and training materials.

Skills

Policy analysis

Project coordination

Technical writing

Data analysis

Public administration knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business

Master’s degree in public administration or health administration

Job description

Description and Functions

The Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) Section is seeking a Policy and Communications (PAC) Unit Manager. The position provides project management and training coordination for the HCBS Section, and ensures the ongoing development, revision, and alignment of federal, state, and Section rules and practices. This position is part of the HCBS Section Leadership Team, contributing to the program's growth and development and leading key projects essential to the day-to-day function of the HCBS Section.

Working for the State of Wyoming offers more than a paycheck. Our total compensation package includes:

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid vacation, sick leave, FMLA, and holidays
• Retirement - Pension and 457B plans that help you build a secure future
• Flexible schedules and work-life balance options
• Meaningful work that makes a difference for Wyoming communities

Human Resource Contact: [e-mail]

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Supervise the completion and submission of all Medicaid Waiver applications as well as Waiver Amendment and Renewal applications for Community Choices Waiver (CCW), Comprehensive Waiver, and Supports Waiver in accordance with the Center for Medicare and Medicaid (CMS) guidelines and timelines.
• Supervise the facilitation and coordination of Waiver meetings, presentations, and community forums as needed.
• Serve as liaison in responding to CMS questions/clarifications on submitted Waiver applications and amendments
• Supervise the Medicaid Waiver Policy Analyst and Medicaid Waiver Communications Analyst; includes training, support, staff development, guidance, and feedback.
• Coordinate and compile relevant information and complete quarterly and annual reporting for Waiver administration, including evidentiary reports for the three Waivers, 372 reports, and other regular reporting such as the HCBS Section Annual Report
• Serve as project manager for HCBS rules revisions as well as other federal initiatives, ensuring appropriate project planning, monitoring, and reporting on progress and completion of projects.
• Serve as project manager for Medicaid Waiver Provider Rate Rebasing Projects, overseeing work of the contractor(s) engaged to initiate, guide, and complete the projects.
• Develop and maintain content for the HCBS webpages and ensure compliance with applicable state and federal laws.
• Supervise and coordinate continuous review of current rules and policies to identify gaps or potential conflicts to federal regulations and make recommendations for change. Develop new policies as needed.
• Serve as the coordinator and facilitator for the Developmental Disabilities Advisory Council and support the facilitation of the Long Term Care Advisory Council.
• In collaboration with HCBS Section staff members, oversee the coordination and development of identified training materials for internal and external stakeholders.

Qualifications

Preference will be given to candidates with a Master’s degree in public administration, health administration, or related fields, typically in public administration, health administration, or related human services fields.

KNOWLEDGE:

• Knowledge of the waiver system, rules, federal and state laws regarding Medicaid waivers, especially CMS requirements.
• Knowledge of the rule promulgation process and ability to write and revise rules.
• Strong professional and technical writing skills, with the ability to write policies and procedures.
• Ability to track data, identify trends, and analyze data for system delivery improvements.
• Knowledge of state legislative activities, current bills, committees, and issues related to the DD and aging fields.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

Bachelor's Degree (typically in Business)

Experience:

1-3 year(s) of progressive work experience (typically in Business) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Senior Policy & Planning Analyst

OR

Education & Experience Substitution:

4-7 years of progressive work experience (typically in Business) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Senior Policy & Planning Analyst

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

None

Necessary Special Requirements

PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

• The employee may sit comfortably to perform the work; however, there may be some walking, standing, bending, carrying light items, driving an automobile, etc.

NOTES:

• FLSA: Exempt
• The Wyoming Department of Health is an E-Verify employer.

Supplemental Information

048- Wyoming Department of Health - Division of Healthcare Financing

URL: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/wyoming/default.cfm

The State of Wyoming is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively supports the ADA and reasonably accommodates qualified applicants with disabilities.

Class Specifications are subject to change, please refer to the A & I HRD Website to ensure that you have the most recent version.

Human Resource Contact: [e-mail]