Medicaid Policy Program Manager II

State of Nebraska; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 56,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services Medicaid and Long-Term Care team is seeking a highly motivated, detail oriented leader for the Medicaid Policy Program Manager II position in Lincoln.

Under general supervision to administrative direction, this role will manage and oversee policy staff, develop state plan amendments and regulations, coordinate with federal, state and local partners, and drive strategic policy initiatives to support program goals while maintaining

Qualifications

• Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in business or public administration, social/behavioral sciences, education, health sciences, public health, education, law or related field and one year experience in program planning, implementation, budgeting, monitoring, evaluating, marketing a program or service and supervising/managing staff.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership and direct supervision to Medicaid Policy and Regulations staff by assigning work, establishing performance expectations, mentoring employees, and delivering technical training to ensure policy expertise and professional development.
• Lead the planning, organization, coordination and oversight of Medicaid policy operations to ensure compliance with federal and state laws, regulations, and agency requirements while supporting the agency's mission and objectives.
• Manage program resources and personnel to achieve organizational goals by prioritizing workloads, monitoring project progress, and ensuring timely completion of critical policy initiatives.
• Oversee the development and submission of state plan amendments, regulations, legislative reports, and other documents to maintain compliance.
• Foster a collaborative, high-performing work environment by promoting teamwork, facilitating problem-solving, encouraging informed decision-making, and supporting continuous process improvement across the Policy and Regulations Unit.
• Provide executive leadership with policy analysis, strategic recommendations, and technical expertise to support informed decision-making, risk mitigation, and long-term program planning.
• Build and maintain productive relationships with internal and external partners, serving as a trusted resource on Medicaid policy interpretation, regulatory compliance, and program implementation.

Skills

Experience in managing people or —

Independent work / problem-solving

Medicaid programs experience

Medicaid policy experience

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

The work we do matters!

Hiring Agency

Health & Human Services - Agency 25

Location

Lincoln, NE

Hiring Rate

$31.186

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(If no date is displayed, job is posted as open until closed): 08-27-2026

Job Description

The State of Nebraska, Department of Health and Human Services Medicaid and Long-Term Care team is seeking a highly motivated, detailed oriented leader for the Medicaid Policy Program Manager II position.

Under general supervision to administrative direction, this Program Manager II position is responsible for the management and oversight of the Medicaid and Long-Term Care program within the Department of Health and Human Services. Performs activities necessary to plan, organize, implement and evaluate all program components through the supervision of program policy staff; manages the resources necessary to operate and maintain program and office functions; reviews and revises program operating policies, procedures, objectives and goals within agency or regulatory guidelines; coordinates services with other State, local and federal agencies, health professionals, and service agencies; performs related work as assigned.

“You have the passion; we have the opportunities – let’s make a difference for Nebraskans”

As The Medicaid Policy Program Manager II, You Will

• Provide strategic leadership and direct supervision to Medicaid Policy and Regulations staff by assigning work, establishing performance expectations, mentoring employees, and delivering technical training to ensure policy expertise and professional development.
• Lead the planning, organization, coordination and oversight of Medicaid policy operations to ensure compliance with federal and state laws, regulations, and agency requirements while supporting the agency's mission and objectives.
• Manage program resources and personnel to achieve organizational goals by prioritizing workloads, monitoring project progress, and ensuring timely completion of critical policy initiatives.
• Oversee the development and submission of state plan amendments, regulations, legislative reports, and other documents to maintain compliance.
• Foster a collaborative, high-performing work environment by promoting teamwork, facilitating problem-solving, encouraging informed decision-making, and supporting continuous process improvement across the Policy and Regulations Unit.
• Provide executive leadership with policy analysis, strategic recommendations, and technical expertise to support informed decision-making, risk mitigation, and long-term program planning.
• Build and maintain productive relationships with internal and external partners, serving as a trusted resource on Medicaid policy interpretation, regulatory compliance, and program implementation.

Hire Rate: $31.186 per hour – Exempt

Dress Attire: Business Casual

Location: Statewide pending space availability

Requirements / Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in business or public administration, social/behavioral sciences, education, health sciences, public health, education, law or related field and one year experience in program planning, implementation, budgeting, monitoring, evaluating, marketing a program or service and supervising/managing staff. Related coursework, training and/or education may substitute for the Bachelor’s degree on a year-for-year basis.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in managing people or projects.
• Ability to work independently, problem-solve, and build positive work relationships.
• Experience with Medicaid programs.
• Current or previous experience with Medicaid policy.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

Knowledge of: the principles and practices of management; business and management principles including planning, budgeting, resource allocation and human resources; the principles of grant writing and grant administration; the techniques of research, planning and evaluation; work performance or other standards of development; program analysis/evaluation; policy development.

Skill in: communicating to convey information so others will understand; performing quality assessment reviews and evaluating program effectiveness; identifying problems and developing options for solutions.

Ability to: plan, assign, direct and evaluate the work of subordinate staff; learn, apply and interpret State and federal statutes and regulations relating to assigned program(s); learn, apply and interpret agency policies and procedures relating to the assigned program(s); develop and maintain effective relationships with program representatives and the public; apply instructions; implement objectives and performance goals; assess progress toward achievement of objectives and adherence with standards and/or policies; summarize program and administrative data/statistics into reports; formulate short-term plans; manage time and workflow of oneself and that of others to meet deadlines; demonstrate professionalism; operate basic computer software and hardware.

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive package of pay, benefits, paid time off, retirement and professional development opportunities to help you get the most out of your career and life. Your paycheck is just part of your total compensation.

Check out all that the State of Nebraska has to offer! Benefit eligibility may vary by position, agency and employment status. For more information on benefits, please visit: https://statejobs.nebraska.gov/index.html#benefits

Equal Opportunity Statement

The State of Nebraska values our teammates as well as a supportive environment that strives to promote diversity, inclusion, and belonging. We recruit, hire, train, and promote in all job classifications and at all levels without regard to race, color, religion, sex. age, national origin, disability, marital status or genetics.