Medicaid Policy & Contracts Consultant III

Florida; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life insurance

Dental, vision and supplemental ins.

State retirement options

Paid annual leave & sick leave

Holidays & personal time

Job summary

Agency for Health Care Administration in Florida is seeking a Government Operations Consultant III to shape Medicaid policy language, manage contracts, and provide expert guidance to leadership. The role supports statewide policy development and communications, requiring research-driven decision-making in a fast-paced environment.

The incumbent will track policy documents, coordinate revisions, and develop guidance for SMMC plans, while collaborating with internal and external stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Two years of experience using Microsoft Office Suites.
• Two years of experience developing State or health care related policies.
• Two years of experience developing and writing high-level communications/documents for external distribution and/or public webpages.
• Must successfully complete training in contract management and become a certified contract manager within six months of hire.
• Preference given to applicants with FCCM certification.
• Preference given to candidates with professional writing experience (policy development, grant writing/submissions, etc.).
• A four-year degree from an accredited college or university is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Interpret policy documents and develop written guidance to SMMC plans.
• Create contract language.
• Simplify policies to create program highlight documents.
• Analyze health care information to determine effects on Medicaid program and compliance with laws.
• Prepare reports of research findings and synthesize information for presentation.
• Assist in development of legislative budget requests and program proposals.
• Develop and implement program designs, projects, and plans to meet bureau goals.

Skills

Communication

Analytical thinking

Project coordination

Public speaking/training

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office Suites

Job description

Agency for Health Care Administration in Florida is seeking a Government Operations Consultant III to shape Medicaid policy language, manage contracts, and provide expert guidance to leadership. The role supports statewide policy development and communications, requiring research-driven decision-making in a fast-paced environment.

The incumbent will track policy documents, coordinate revisions, and develop guidance for SMMC plans, while collaborating with internal and external stakeholders.