Senior Rate Research & LTSS Lead

Texas Health and Human Services; Austin (TX); Hybrid; USD 61,000 - 99,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% employee health insurance

Defined benefit pension

Generous paid time off

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) is seeking a Research Specialist V to lead advanced rate research and LTSS methodologies within the Rate Analysis LTC team. The role will evaluate Medicaid and non-Medicaid rate approaches, update pro‑forma models, and deliver analyses to HHSC leadership.

The RS V will mentor junior staff, present results to stakeholders, and help guide policy decisions. Telework may be available; heavy emphasis on compliance and policy accuracy in a high‑impact

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university.
• Major coursework in accounting, business administration, finance, economics, statistics, or a related field is preferred.
• At least two years of experience in accounting, Medicaid/Medicare, healthcare business, statistics, finance, or other relevant fields.

Responsibilities

• Analyze or evaluate research data and findings.
• Establish and maintain effective work relationships in a team setting.
• Differentiate between various professional circumstances and communicate effectively in writing and verbally.
• Edit narrative reports and summaries.
• Learn and apply new procedures and techniques.
• Follow established guidelines and improve internal processes.
• Organize, track, and complete complex tasks with varying deadlines.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Research methods knowledge

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting, business, finance, economics, statistics, or related field

Job description

Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) is seeking a Research Specialist V to lead advanced rate research and LTSS methodologies within the Rate Analysis LTC team. The role will evaluate Medicaid and non-Medicaid rate approaches, update pro‑forma models, and deliver analyses to HHSC leadership.

The RS V will mentor junior staff, present results to stakeholders, and help guide policy decisions. Telework may be available; heavy emphasis on compliance and policy accuracy in a high‑impact