Senior Medicaid Strategy & Engagement Lead

Maximus; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 145,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

Maximus is seeking a Lead Consultant - Medicaid to lead advisory engagements with state and local Medicaid agencies. The role focuses on management consulting services and serving as a trusted advisor to Medicaid clients, shaping client strategy and converting discussions into successful engagements.

The candidate will lead strategic operational and policy support, including policy analysis, program design, financial reviews, and program operations improvements, while collaborating with internal

Qualifications

• 7+ years of hands-on experience working in senior-level positions for state Medicaid programs and/or consulting to state Medicaid programs.
• Demonstrated experience leading or advising on Medicaid consulting engagements.
• Proven ability to engage credibly with senior Medicaid executives and agency leadership.
• Solid understanding of federal and state law and rules governing the Medicaid program as well as Medicaid financing.
• Experience supporting or leading responses to consulting-focused Medicaid procurements.
• Strong executive communication, facilitation, and relationship-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead consulting engagements from initial advisory discussions through scoping, execution, and delivery.
• Develop workplans, governance structures, and objective deliverables aligned to client needs.
• Provide senior oversight to ensure delivery quality, manage risk, and maintain high client satisfaction.
• Identify, recruit, and oversee consulting team members to support engagements.
• Partner with internal stakeholders to strengthen go-to-market strategies and expand advisory offerings.
• Support business development efforts, including proposal development, win strategies, and executive presentations.

Skills

Medicaid policy

Executive communication

Client advisory

Public-sector experience

Education

Bachelor's degree

Advanced degree in public policy or public administration

Tools

MITA knowledge

CMS requirements

Certification frameworks (MECT/MEET/SMC)

Job description

Maximus is seeking a Lead Consultant - Medicaid to lead advisory engagements with state and local Medicaid agencies. The role focuses on management consulting services and serving as a trusted advisor to Medicaid clients, shaping client strategy and converting discussions into successful engagements.

The candidate will lead strategic operational and policy support, including policy analysis, program design, financial reviews, and program operations improvements, while collaborating with internal