Job Description
Job Listing ID:
4495386 Job Title:
Medical Eligibility Policy Analyst Application Deadline:
05/30/2026 Job Location:
Salem
Date Posted:
05/20/2026 Hours Worked Per Week:
40 Shift:
Day Shift Duration of Job:
Full Time, more than 6 months You may contact this employer directly.
(Obtain the contact information to print or add to your jobs.) Job Summary:
The Integrated Eligibility Policy unit develops and maintains policy, administrative rule, and ONE system functionality related to Oregon Health Plan/Medicaid eligibility. The unit ensures alignment with federal regulations, state statutes, and the 1115 Medicaid Waiver and provides subject matter expertise across OHA and ODHS. This position serves as a co& #8209;lead and senior eligibility policy advisor for implementing and managing population& #8209;specific eligibility and retroactive eligibility changes under House Resolution 1 (HR1; 2025). It provides strategic direction and subject matter expertise on complex Medicaid and non& #8209;Medicaid medical assistance eligibility policies, including interpreting federal and state laws, evaluating program impacts, identifying policy requirements, and leading development and implementation of rules, operational standards, system changes, and program guidance. The position is a primary point of contact for OHA/ODHS
leadership, internal staff, and external contractors and partners, offering analysis, recommendations, and technical consultation. It also directs system design and modification with information systems staff and business analysts, including user acceptance testing and business requirements development. This position collaborates with diverse populations and builds partnership& #8209;based relationships with communities that have been historically marginalized. This announcement is for three (3), full-time, permanent, SEIU represented, Medical Eligibility Policy Analyst(Operations & Policy Analyst 3) position based in Salem, Oregon. This is a hybrid Remote-85% In-Office 15% position. Minimum Qualifications:
Any combination of experience and education equivalent to seven years of experience that typically supports the knowledge and skills for the classification. Desired Attributes:
' Experience supporting the development and implementation of policies and programs at the community, state, and/or national level that advance health equity (address systemic health disparities, expand culturally responsive and inclusive services, factors in social determinants of health) and elevate the voice of community and those with lived experience.& #8239;& #8239;
' Knowledge of health services delivery systems, particularly the OHP/, CCOs, social safety net programs, health service providers, or community-based organizations.& #8239;
' Knowledge of legislative and regulatory processes.& #8239;
' Ability to foster inter-and cross-agency collaboration and to facilitate coordination of community centered policies, programs, and continuous (quality / process) improvement strategies.& #8239;& #8239;& #8239;
' Strong oral and written communication skills across a variety of forums.& #8239;
' Experience and knowledge evaluating and synthesizing quantitative and qualitative data to analyze and measure the effectiveness, efficiency, and impact of administrative and technical programs within the context of health policy / healthcare services.
' Experience prespresenting and articulating the value and relevance of research and evaluation data to facilitate quality assurance, strategic planning, and decision-making.& #8239;& #823 Job Classification:
Business Operations Specialists, All Other Access our statewide or regional occupation report for more information about wages,
employment outlooks, skills, training programs, related occupations, and more. Compensation
Salary:
$6,276.00 to $9,644.00 per Month Depending on Experience, Depending on Qualifications
Benefits Offered:
Medical, Dental, Vision, Vacation, Sick Leave, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, Retirement
Additional Benefit Information:
About the Team & Benefits of Joining We also offer a competitive benefits package including: ' Excellent, low-cost medical, vision, and dental coverage for you and your family. ' Optional benefits like life insurance, disability coverage, deferred compensation, and FSA options for health and childcare. ' Generous paid time off: 11 holidays, 3 personal days, monthly sick leave, and vacation accrual starting at 8 hours/month. ' Potential eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. ' Retirement security through Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)/Oregon Public Service Retirement Plan (OPSRP). ' Training and development opportunities to grow your career with the State of Oregon. Job Requirements
Experience Required:
At least 7 years
Education Required:
None Minimum Age:
N/A Gender:
N/A
Employer Will Perform:
Background Check
