Health Care Policy Analyst

MaineGuide; Augusta (GA); On-site; USD 49,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday leave

Sick leave

Vacation leave

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Retirement plan

Gym reimbursement

Flexible spending accounts

Parental leave

Job summary

The Office of Affordable Health Care (OAHC) seeks a Policy Analyst to support research and analysis across health policy topics, including coverage and costs, spending, access to care, and reform efforts. The analyst engages with legislators and stakeholders to advance Maine’s agenda and gains hands-on experience in policymaking.

The ideal candidate will understand the U.S. health care system, have experience developing or advancing legislation, and be dedicated to making health care more

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business or Public Administration, Planning, Economics, or related field and three years of related work experience.
• Equivalent related work experience may substitute for education on a year-for-year basis.

Responsibilities

• Research a wide range of health policy topics and provide summaries and recommendations.
• Author and contribute to reports, blog posts, stakeholder presentations, and other public-facing work products.
• Monitor and report on relevant legislation, attend work sessions and public hearings, track amendments and bill status, and follow floor debate.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to solicit feedback on policy proposals and advance the office’s agenda.
• Under the direction of the Senior Analyst, assist with data analysis and data visualization projects.
• Contribute to the development of communication materials for legislative campaigns and other activities related to the office’s agenda.
• Perform some limited administrative tasks including taking minutes during Board and Advisory Council meetings, assisting with the planning and execution of special events, and making website updates.

Skills

Health policy knowledge

Strong writing skills

Analytical thinking

Communication

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Public Administration / related

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Office of Affordable Health Care (OAHC) seeks a Policy Analyst to support research and analysis across health policy topics, including coverage and costs, spending, access to care, and reform efforts. The analyst engages with legislators and stakeholders to advance Maine’s agenda and gains hands-on experience in policymaking.

The ideal candidate will understand the U.S. health care system, have experience developing or advancing legislation, and be dedicated to making health care more