68065017 - SENIOR INFO TECH BUSINESS CONSULTANT/FX CERTIFICATION LEAD Date: Dec 16, 2024 The State Personnel System is an E-Verify employer. For more information click on our E-Verify Website (http://www.dms.myflorida.com/workforceoperations/humanresourcemanagement/forjobapplicants/everify) .Requisition No: 843229 Agency: Agency for Health Care AdministrationWorking Title: 68065017 - SENIOR INFO TECH BUSINESS CONSULTANT/FX CERTIFICATION LEADPay Plan: Career ServicePosition Number: 68065017 Salary: $2,610.00 - $2,900.00 Biweekly Posting Closing Date: 01/16/2025 Total Compensation Estimator Tool (https://compcalculator.myflorida.com/) Senior Info Tech Business Consultant / FX Certification Lead Office of FX Program Administration (FXPA) State of Florida Agency for Health Care Administration This position is located in Tallahassee, FL or AHCA Field Office locations Position Overview and Responsibilities This is a highly complex and analytical administrative position in the Office of Florida Health Care Connections (FX) within the Agency for Health Care Administration. It is a responsible position that provides consultative services to the FX Program Administration office on specified matters relating to the Florida Medicaid business requirements, policies, and procedures. The incumbent in this position will have the responsibility for ensuring that FX complies with applicable federal and state regulations in procurements, projects, and operations and as assigned by the administrators of FX. The incumbent will serve as the back-up to the Manager of the MITA Business Architecture (BA) and Medicaid Enterprise Systems (MES) Certification Unit and be expected to communicate status information to the FX Enterprise Project Management Office (EPMO) program managers, agency executives and sponsors, internal and external business partners, and the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) MES liaison, and other agency entities as needed. In addition, the incumbent will be responsible for the responsibilities below. Provide MES subject matter expertise regarding CMS requirements and expectations of the State Medicaid Program for CMS certification of the implemented systems as the MES Certification Lead for the Agency for Health Care Administration. Work closely with representatives from CMS, the Agency, and MES vendors to ensure the resulting replacement systems for the MES meet federal guidelines to ensure the ability of the state to receive enhanced funding for maintenance and operations of the MES. Provide subject matter expertise in FX procurement activities. Participate in the FX project design and implementation. Participate in FX program and project activities including analyzing FX MES requirements and solution designs for compliance with CMS certification of FX modules. Facilitate the exchange of information between policy and technical staff for the effective implementation of Medicaid business requirements solutions. Analyze federal laws, regulations, and guidance related to MES certification. Provide oversight to MITA BA and MES Certification Vendor management of certification activities in FX projects, as assigned, according to the principles described in the guidelines for Project Managers known as the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK) and CMS Streamlined Modular Certification. Provide subject matter expertise through all phases of a project from initiation though close-out. These responsibilities involve assisting in the development of Advanced Planning Documents (APDs) and solicitation documents as it relates to assigned FX projects. Maintain up-to-date knowledge concerning the Florida Medicaid program, including pertinent statutes, Florida state plan for Medicaid, Florida administrative rules and regulations of the federal Department of Health and Human Services and program manuals for both state and federal guidance. Remain informed about Medicaid activities for the Agency for Health Care Administration Medicaid operations, about the operation of the fiscal agent contractor and about the transition from the current FMMIS to a modular MES. Maintain knowledge of Medicaid program financial and statistical information at both the state and national level. Complete special projects as assigned. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge of State of Florida and Federal Medicaid Policy.
Knowledge of the delivery of health care services.
Knowledge of the Florida Medicaid Management Information System (FMMIS).
Experience using Microsoft Office programs, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project, Visio, and Outlook.
Experience in executive communications and organizational support, including liaising with customers and other project stakeholders.
Experience being organized, while managing multiple tasks effectively and delivering quality outcomes on time.
Experience researching and applying Federal and State policy.
Experience in CMS Streamlined Modular Certification (SMC) methodology.
Experience developing performance metrics and reporting to management and executive staff.
Knowledge of the methods and techniques of compiling, classifying, analyzing, and communicating information in an effective way.
Ability to produce results through strong team collaboration and self-awareness.
Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
Ability to plan, organize, and manage multiple ongoing tasks/projects.
Ability to work independently.
Ability to be agile and properly adjust work priorities.
Ability to operate well under pressure and work positively in a cross-functional team environment.
Ability to utilize problem-solving techniques.
Ability to research, collect, evaluate, analyze and summarize information.
Ability to develop written materials and internal content with attention to detail.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
Minimum Qualifications
Four years of professional experience in systems analysis, management analysis, program planning, program research, program evaluation, engineering, or administrative work.
Preferences
Preference for candidates with a bachelor's degree in a related field (e.g., business administration, public administration, healthcare administration).
Benefits of Working for the State of Florida:
Working for the State of Florida is more than a paycheck. The State’s total compensation package for employees features a highly competitive set of employee benefits including: State Group Insurance Coverage Options, including health, life, dental, vision, and other supplemental insurance options;
Flexible Spending Accounts;
State of Florida retirement options, including employer contributions;
Generous annual and sick leave benefits;
9 paid holidays a year and 1 Personal Holiday each year;
Career advancement opportunities;
Tuition waiver for courses offered by Florida’s nationally ranked State University System ;
Training and professional development opportunities;
And more!Message from the Office of Florida Health Care Connections (FX) Do you want to impact people’s lives with your work? Do you want to be a part of a team that works hard and supports your efforts? Come work at FX! FX is a transformation to ensure our Agency’s mission of Better Health Care for All Floridians continues for generations to come. Come join us and …+ + Jump into the front end of creating and implementing innovative solutions for Government Healthcare programs
Take part in one of the largest transformation initiatives in Florida’s history and make a lasting impact for millions of people statewide
Enjoy working with a team known for their diligence and collaboration and perceived as a leader among similar programs in the nation
Enjoy benefits offered as a State of Florida employee including health insurance options, pension and investment retirement plans, and sick and annual leave.
Learn more at:https://ahca.myflorida.com/medicaid/florida-health-care-connections-fx
Thank you for your interest!
SKILLS VERIFICATION TEST: Will cover during the interview.
To be considered for the position all applicants must:Submit a complete and accurate application profile necessary for qualifying, such as dates of service, reason for leaving, etc. In addition, all applicants must ensure all employment and/or detailed information about work experience is listed on your application and/or resume (including military service, self-employment, job-related volunteer work, internships, part-time employment, etc.) and that gaps in employment are explained. Support of knowledge, skills, and abilities should be demonstrated on the application and/or resume, in the education, in the work experience, in the work sample, in the interview and/or during reference checks. Applicants who do not provide all the information necessary to qualify will not be considered for this position.Applicants being considered for employment will be required to submit to a fingerprint-based background investigation, which will include a check of the criminal history records of the Federal Bureau of Investigation. BACKGROUND SCREENING It is the policy of the Florida Agency for Health Care Administration that any applicant being considered for employment must successfully complete a State and National criminal history check as a condition of employment before beginning employment, and, if applicable, also be screened in accordance with the requirements of Chapter 435, F.S., and Chapter 408, F.S. No applicant may begin employment until the background screening results are received, reviewed for any disqualifying offenses, and approved by the Agency. Background screening shall include, but not be limited to, fingerprinting for State and Federal criminal records checks through the Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) and Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and may include local criminal history checks through local law enforcement agencies. The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.VETERANS’ PREFERENCE. Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans’ Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply. Certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements. Candidates claiming Veterans’ Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code. Veterans’ Preference documentation requirements are available by clickinghere (http://www.dms.myflorida.com/content/download/97612/566545) . All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement. Location: TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32308 Nearest Major Market:Tallahassee