Strategic Special Services Billing & Compliance Specialist

Servingschools; Saco (ME); On-site; USD 39,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Saco School Department is seeking a Special Services Billing & Compliance Specialist to coordinate MaineCare/Medicaid billing and related documentation for district programs. This role supports the department’s systems for records management, compliance monitoring, and reporting, ensuring accurate reimbursement and regulatory adherence.

The position collaborates with school-based staff, providers, and the finance office to maintain confidential records and timely billing processes, with a focus

Qualifications

• Experience with billing, claims processing, compliance, accounts receivable, healthcare billing, or related administrative work.
• Experience working in a school district, healthcare, governmental, or other highly regulated environment preferred.
• Strong organizational skills and exceptional attention to detail.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple deadlines and complex processes independently.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate MaineCare/Medicaid billing and associated documentation.
• Coordinate billing responsibilities for services provided to district students.
• Review billing documentation for completeness, accuracy, and required supporting information.
• Track submitted, pending, denied, and corrected claims and follow up as needed.
• Maintain billing records and supporting documentation in accordance with applicable requirements.
• Work collaboratively with providers and staff to obtain documentation necessary for timely billing.
• Assist with reconciliation of billing records and reimbursement reports.
• Communicate with district finance staff, providers, and outside agencies regarding billing-related questions.
• Maintain knowledge of changing billing requirements and assist the department in implementing updated procedures.

Skills

Billing

Documentation

Compliance

Accounts receivable

Healthcare billing

MaineCare billing

Attention to detail

Organization

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in business/finance/healthcare administration/education

Tools

Google Workspace

Microsoft Office

Databases

Spreadsheets

Job description

Saco School Department is seeking a Special Services Billing & Compliance Specialist to coordinate MaineCare/Medicaid billing and related documentation for district programs. This role supports the department’s systems for records management, compliance monitoring, and reporting, ensuring accurate reimbursement and regulatory adherence.

The position collaborates with school-based staff, providers, and the finance office to maintain confidential records and timely billing processes, with a focus