Medicaid Eligibility Policy Lead, MAGI Groups

Commonwealth of VA Careers; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 124,000 - 142,000; Full time

Job summary

Commonwealth of VA Careers seeks an Eligibility Policy Manager to lead policy development for MAGI Covered Groups. You will advise senior officials on Medicaid/CHIP eligibility options and provide strategic direction to the Eligibility Policy Unit from Richmond, VA.

The role requires actionable policy analysis, cross‑agency collaboration, and executive-level communication. A strong background in Medicaid policy and project leadership is essential.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of Medicaid/CHIP eligibility and enrollment requirements.
• Experience managing independent projects from initiation to delivery.
• Experience implementing Medicaid/CHIP eligibility policy training.
• Provides technical guidance on modifying the eligibility system.
• Experience developing guidance documents for complex programs.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe.

Responsibilities

• Serve as expert consultant to the Governor, the Secretary of Health and Human Resources, the Department Director, and Management Team on Medicaid and FAMIS eligibility policy.
• Ensure policymakers have full analysis and knowledge of policy options available under Medicaid and other federal programs.
• Provide management, oversight and strategic direction to the Eligibility Policy Unit.
• Attend in-person meetings and internal/external stakeholder meetings as required.
• Support DMAS’s mission and values in policy development and implementation.

Skills

Medicaid policy

Policy analysis

Project management

Stakeholder engagement

Staff management

Policy guidance drafting

Microsoft Office

Adobe

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Adobe Acrobat

Job description

Commonwealth of VA Careers seeks an Eligibility Policy Manager to lead policy development for MAGI Covered Groups. You will advise senior officials on Medicaid/CHIP eligibility options and provide strategic direction to the Eligibility Policy Unit from Richmond, VA.

The role requires actionable policy analysis, cross‑agency collaboration, and executive-level communication. A strong background in Medicaid policy and project leadership is essential.