Medicaid Program Director: Strategy, Policy & Performance

AlphaX; United States; On-site; USD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

AlphaGov is seeking an experienced Medicaid Program Director to lead Medicaid programs, initiatives, or client engagements across operations, policy, quality, or eligibility domains. The role emphasizes leadership of multidisciplinary teams and collaboration with state agencies, plans, and contractors to drive performance and improvements.

The ideal candidate will bring substantial Medicaid leadership experience, strong communication, and the ability to translate objectives into actionable plans

Qualifications

• Substantial experience supporting U.S. Medicaid programs.
• Experience leading teams, programs, or complex initiatives.
• Knowledge of Medicaid areas (e.g., managed care, eligibility, benefits, provider operations, quality, policy, or long-term services and supports).
• Strong communication, stakeholder management, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to turn program objectives into measurable actions.

Responsibilities

• Lead Medicaid programs, initiatives, or improvement projects.
• Develop program plans, establish priorities, and oversee execution.
• Manage multidisciplinary teams, partners, and subject matter experts.
• Guide policy implementation and operational improvements.
• Monitor program performance, budgets, risks, and deliverables.
• Coordinate with agency leaders, providers, health plans, and other stakeholders.
• Translate program requirements and analytical findings into practical recommendations.
• Develop reports, presentations, and implementation plans.
• Support opportunity assessment and proposal development when relevant.

Skills

Medicaid leadership

Program management

Stakeholder management

Policy implementation

Budget & risk management

Job description

AlphaGov is seeking an experienced Medicaid Program Director to lead Medicaid programs, initiatives, or client engagements across operations, policy, quality, or eligibility domains. The role emphasizes leadership of multidisciplinary teams and collaboration with state agencies, plans, and contractors to drive performance and improvements.

The ideal candidate will bring substantial Medicaid leadership experience, strong communication, and the ability to translate objectives into actionable plans