Medicaid Growth & State Strategy Lead

CVSHealth; Arizona; On-site; USD 100,000 - 232,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Retirement savings

Equity award program

Bonus/commission

Job summary

CVS Health is seeking a Lead Director to advance Medicaid policy and growth across state markets. The role reports to the Executive Director of Medicaid Business Development and drives state-specific strategies aligned with healthcare policy while engaging diverse stakeholders.

The ideal candidate has deep Medicaid policy expertise, exceptional communication, and a growth mindset. Significant travel for stakeholder engagement and business development is expected.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in Medicaid policy or managed care leadership.
• Proven skills in strategic planning, stakeholder engagement, and policy advocacy.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Willingness to travel up to 50% for stakeholder engagement and business development.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategic plans tailored to state Medicaid priorities and policy landscapes.
• Translate strategies into actionable workplans and lead cross-functional execution.
• Prepare policy briefs, blog posts, and presentations to communicate complex policy issues.
• Serve as liaison to CVS government affairs teams, aligning Medicaid interests.
• Represent CVS at conferences and meetings to promote Medicaid initiatives.
• Build and maintain relationships with stakeholders including community organizations and providers.
• Monitor policy trends to inform strategy and identify opportunities.
• Provide strategic support to overcome barriers and craft innovative solutions.
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities through networks and partnerships.

Skills

Strategic planning

Stakeholder engagement

Policy advocacy

Written and verbal communication

Analytical thinking

Travel flexibility

Education

Bachelor’s degree in public policy, health administration, business

Advanced degree (MPH, MPA, MBA)

Job description

CVS Health is seeking a Lead Director to advance Medicaid policy and growth across state markets. The role reports to the Executive Director of Medicaid Business Development and drives state-specific strategies aligned with healthcare policy while engaging diverse stakeholders.

The ideal candidate has deep Medicaid policy expertise, exceptional communication, and a growth mindset. Significant travel for stakeholder engagement and business development is expected.