APD Writer (Raleigh

NC NC DHHS, NC

) | 08/05/26 Job Description The Division of Health Benefits, NC Medicaid Advanced Planning Office is seeking an experienced APD Writer to develop high‑quality, well‑structured, and strategically aligned APDs to support the MES Program. Job Description This posting replaces the APD Budget Analyst position (748981) and is being repurposed as an APD Writer. The APD Writer develops MES Advanced Planning Documents (APDs) and supporting materials for the NC Medicaid Program. The role drafts CMS submittal letters and integrates business engagement, stakeholder management, project management, and technical liaison activities to ensure APDs are accurate, comprehensive, and aligned with CMS requirements. The APD Writer translates complex technical and business information into clear, accessible documentation that supports system certification and compliance with federal expectations. This position collaborates closely with internal teams, external partners, vendors, and budget and contract offices to produce high-quality APDs that are well structured, strategically aligned, and submitted on schedule to meet federal and state requirements. Essential Responsibilities

• Develop MES Advanced Planning Documents (APDs) and related documentation to support planning, implementation, and operational activities for the NC Medicaid Program.
• Draft CMS submittal letters that clearly communicate project intent, scope, and compliance.
• Integrate business engagement, stakeholder management, project management, and technical liaison activities to ensure APDs are accurate, complete, and aligned with CMS requirements.
• Collaborate closely with internal teams, external partners, vendors, contract offices, and budget staff to gather information and validate APD content.
• Ensure APDs and supporting materials are well structured, strategically aligned, and submitted on schedule to meet federal and state requirements.
• Facilitate and coordinate APD review meetings with key stakeholders.
• Review contract and amendment submittal letters for accuracy, clarity, and relevance.
• Interface with mid-level executive management and project teams to articulate current APD activities and translate updates into concise, actionable summaries.
• Maintain ongoing awareness of CMS policy updates, organizational changes, and related communications.
• Independently review, refine, and prepare APD documents for internal and external review and approval.
• Apply strong written and verbal communication skills to translate complex concepts into clear, accessible documentation.
• Organize materials and complete writing assignments according to agency standards for clarity, conciseness, structure, style, and terminology.
• Attend DHB meetings to remain informed about current activities, priorities, and developments within NC Medicaid.
• Coordinate with Business Units to compile timely and accurate responses to CMS questions during APD and procurement document reviews.

Required/Desired Skills Skill Required /Desired Amount of Experience Prior Advanced Planning Document Development Experience. Required 2 Years Expert working knowledge in Medicaid Eligibility, NC FAST and/or HHS. Required 5 Years Expert experience executing against multiple priorities/projects. Required 5 Years Proficient use of project collaboration and tracking tools (Microsoft Project Suite, MS Teams, Zoom, etc.) Required 5 Years Ability to interpret State and Federal Medicaid policies to ensure compliance with CMS regulations. Required 5 Years Expert level communication skills, both verbal and written. Required 5 Years Demonstrated project management, training and facilitating experience. Required 5 Years Demonstrated stakeholder engagement and collaboration experience. Required 5 Years Ability to create and deliver PowerPoint presentations, and standard operating procedures (SOPs). Required 5 Years Prior RFP, RFI, grant or contract experience. Highly desired 3 Years Knowledge of state, local and county government regulations as they pertain to the grant proposal, contracts, and eligibility policy. Required 3 Years Questions No. Question Question1 Absences greater than two weeks MUST be approved by CAI management in advance, and contact information must be provided to CAI so that the resource can be reached during his or her absence. The Client has the right to dismiss the resource if he or she does not return to work by the agreed upon date. Do you accept this requirement? Question2 Please list candidate's email address. Question3 Please indicate how soon this candidate is available to start work. Vendors are encouraged to submit candidates that are available for the duration of the assignment. Question4 Vendor must disclose to the agency if the candidate will be subcontracted at the time of submission. Do you accept this requirement? Question5 Vendor must notify the agency if any portion of the requirements listed in this task order are to be outsourced to other countries. Do you accept this requirement? Question6 Candidates submitted above the rate of $85 will not be considered. Do you accept this requirement? Question7 Payment for all approved hours will be paid at the straight hourly rate regardless of the total hours worked by the engaged resource. It is the responsibility of the supplier to adhere to any applicable compensation laws including payment for overtime hours. Do you accept this requirement? Question8 Please confirm you have thoroughly validated, and attest to the accuracy of, the credentials listed throughout this candidate's VectorVMS profile and resume pursuant to Section 5.2.5 of

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