Long Term Services and Supports Policy Specialist--TERM LIMITED

STATE OF COLORADO RESIDENCY REQUIRED AT TIME OF APPLICATION

       NOTE: This announcement may be used to fill multiple openings.

Envision Yourself Working at HCPF

The State of Colorado strives to create a Colorado for All by building and maintaining workplaces that value and respect all Coloradans through a commitment to equal opportunity and hiring based on merit and fitness. The State is resolute in non-discriminatory practices in everything we do, including hiring, employment, and advancement opportunities.

The Department of Health Care Policy & Financing (HCPF) oversees and operates Health First Colorado (Colorado's Medicaid Program), Child Health Plan Plus (CHP+), and other state public health programs for qualified Coloradans. Our mission is to improve health care equity, access and outcomes for the people we serve while saving Coloradans money on health care and driving value for Colorado. 

We are committed to increasing the diversity of our staff and providing culturally responsive programs and services. Therefore, we encourage responses from people of diverse backgrounds and abilities.

As part of the State of Colorado, HCPF offers a competitive benefits package:

• PERA retirement benefits including PERA Defined Benefit Plan, PERA Defined Contribution Plan, plus 401K and 457 plans

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance coverage

• Automatic Short-Term and Optional Long-Term Disability Coverage

• Life and AD&D Insurance

• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

• Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA) job protection and State of Colorado Paid Family Medical Leave (PFML)

• 11 Paid Holidays Annually and Accrued Annual and Sick Leave

• Accrued Sick Leave for State of Colorado Temporary Employees

• Flexplace and Flextime work arrangements

• Variety of discounts on services and products available through the State of Colorado's Work-Life Employment Discount Program

• Free RTD EcoPass to all eligible State Employees

• Reduced college tuition through CSU Global

• Credit Union of Colorado Membership Eligibility

• Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For more information, go to https://www.colorado.gov/pacific/dhr/student-loan-forgiveness-programs.https://dhr.colorado.gov/dhr-resources/student-loan-forgiveness-programs

We are looking for a HCBS Benefits Specialist TERM LIMITED  for the Office of Community Living! 

We are onboarding new employees using a hybrid approach. The Department supports flexible work arrangements. Depending on the business need and description of the position, we have options that range from hybrid to full-time in the office. Specific discussions about the schedule will be discussed during the offer stage. 

**Please note - equipment provisioning and certain onboarding tasks will take place in person, in our downtown Denver office, on the first day of employment.**

This position serves as a Staff Authority in the management, application, and utilization of principles and standards
pertaining to many of the Home and Community Based Services (HCBS) benefits administered by the Department.
This position supports Department goals by collaborating with the Colorado Department of Public Health and
Environment (CDPHE), providers, case management agencies, and other OCL stakeholders as well as other
Department staff in the management of HCBS benefits, including day-to-day operations. This position is responsible
for monitoring and evaluating services for deficiencies and compliance requirements; collaborating with stakeholders
to improve the health outcomes of clients; and providing support for case management requests and processing. This
position also assesses and provides leadership recommendations on current and future benefit policies to meet the
Department’s expectations for a high level of efficiency, economy, and quality of care. The position is required to
attend off-site meetings, facilitate meetings with stakeholders and providers, attend off-site trainings, and present
HCBS information at various conferences and to stakeholder groups. The position is also responsible for providing
training and technical assistance to providers, case managers, clients, and other stakeholders regarding HCBS
benefits when applicable.
Position also administers, oversees, and provides recommendations on many policies and services within Home and
Community Based Services waivers. This work can include service redesign and improvement, service expansion,
benefit analysis, contract management, program evaluation, and other elements of ensuring program effectiveness
and efficiency.

• Develop, implement, evaluate, and revise HCBS benefit policies, procedures, and service standards to ensure compliance with federal and state regulations and support high-quality, cost-effective service delivery.
• Monitor and evaluate HCBS benefit administration, provider performance, and program compliance; identify risks, deficiencies, and opportunities for quality improvement.
• Collaborate with state agencies, providers, case management agencies, and other stakeholders to improve program effectiveness, strengthen community integration, and support positive client outcomes.
• Provide policy interpretation, technical assistance, consultation, and guidance to providers, case managers, leadership, and stakeholders regarding HCBS regulations, policies, and operational requirements.
• Design, develop, and deliver training programs, educational materials, guidance documents, and presentations to providers, stakeholders, and community partners.
• Conduct policy research, benefit analysis, and legislative review to assess fiscal, operational, and programmatic impacts and develop recommendations for leadership.
• Facilitate stakeholder meetings, committees, workgroups, and public engagement activities to support collaboration, policy development, and implementation of best practices.
• Analyze complex case management, service utilization, and operational issues; provide recommendations and resolve issues to support efficient, person-centered service delivery.
• Prepare reports, fiscal analyses, legislative responses, and other written communications to support leadership decision-making and program oversight.
• Manage assigned contracts, purchase orders, and grants in accordance with State Controller and Department procurement policies, including monitoring, renewals, and compliance activities.
• Maintain provider, stakeholder, and training records and ensure accurate documentation to support program administration.
• Participate in continuous quality improvement initiatives, service redesign, benefit expansion, and program evaluation activities to enhance HCBS effectiveness and efficiency.
• Support section operations through cross-training, backup subject matter expertise, special projects, and other assignments that advance Division and Department priorities.

Residency Requirement:

This posting is only open to residents of the State of Colorado at the time of submitting your application. 

Minimum Qualifications

Policy Advisor IV H1R3XX

There are two ways to qualify for this position:

Option 1:

Experience Only:

Seven (7) total years of professional experience  in developing and implementing tools and policies to manage a health care service utilization. 

Education and Experience:

Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in Health Care Administration, Public Health, Public Administration, Health Services, or a related field

AND

Three  (3) total years of professional experience developing and implementing tools and policies to manage a health care service utilization.

Preferred qualifications:

• Prior state experience in interpreting and applying state and federal regulations.

• Experience working with home care or provider agencies

• Experience making decisions using professional judgment and established regulatory criteria

DEFINITION OF PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE: Work that involves exercising discretion, analytical skill, judgment, personal accountability, and responsibility for creating, developing, integrating, applying, and sharing an organized body of knowledge that characteristically is uniquely acquired through an intense education or training regimen at a recognized college or university; equivalent to the curriculum requirements for a bachelor's or higher degree with major study in or pertinent to the specialized field; and continuously studied to explore, extend, and use additional discoveries, interpretations, and application and to improve data, materials, equipment, applications and methods. 

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

• All positions at HCPF are security sensitive positions and require that the individuals undergo a criminal record background check as a condition of employment.

• Employees who have been disciplinary terminated, resigned in lieu of disciplinary termination, or negotiated their termination from the State of Colorado must disclose this information on the application.

• This is a term-limited position with funding through June 30, 2028. Successful candidates will sign a Waiver of Retention Rights and normal personnel rules regarding retention will not apply. Additional information regarding term-limited positions can be found here.

APPEAL RIGHTS:

If you receive notice that you have been eliminated from consideration for this position, you may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board or request a review by the State Personnel Director.

An appeal or review must be submitted on the official appeal form, signed by you or your representative. This form must be delivered to the State Personnel Board by email ([email protected]), postmarked in US Mail or hand delivered (1525 Sherman Street, 4th Floor, Denver CO 80203), or faxed (303.866.5038) within ten (10) calendar days from your receipt of notice or acknowledgement of the department’s action.

For more information about the appeals process, the official appeal form, and how to deliver it to the State Personnel Board; go to spb.colorado.gov; contact the State Personnel Board for assistance at (303) 866-3300; or refer to 4 Colorado Code of Regulations (CCR) 801-1, State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures, Chapter 8, Resolution of Appeals and Disputes, at spb.colorado.gov under Rules.

How to Apply (PLEASE READ CAREFULLY)

Please note that ONLY your State of Colorado job application will be reviewed during the initial screening; if you submit a resume and cover letter, they will be reviewed in later stages of the selection process. Therefore, it is paramount that you clearly describe all your relevant experience on the application itself. Applications left blank or marked "SEE RESUME" will not be considered.

Your application will be reviewed against the minimum qualifications for the position. If your application demonstrates that you meet the minimum qualifications, you will be invited to the comparative analysis process, which is described below.

Comparative Analysis Process

The comparative analysis process will consist primarily of a review of applications against the minimum and preferred qualifications of this position. Applications will be reviewed in comparison to all others in the applicant pool in order to identify a top group of candidates who may be invited for a final interview. Depending on the size of the applicant pool, additional selection processes may be utilized to identify a top group of candidates. Applicants will be notified of their status via email.

Failure to submit properly completed documents by the closing date will result in your application being rejected.

ADAAA Accommodations: The State of Colorado believes that equity, diversity, and inclusion drive our success, and we encourage candidates from all identities, backgrounds, and abilities to apply. The State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer committed to building inclusive, innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. Therefore, in all aspects of the employment process, we provide employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, medical condition related to pregnancy, creed, ancestry, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or military status (with preference given to military veterans), or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law.

The Department of Health Care Policy & Financing is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, our agency will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, and/or to perform essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to our ADAAA Coordinator, Anupreet Kaur, at [email protected].

The Department of Health Care Policy & Financing does not offer sponsored visas for employment purposes.