Policy Coordinator (Remote)University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign • Urbana, Illinois, United States
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Policy Coordinator (Remote)
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
- Urbana, Illinois, United States
- Urbana, Illinois, United States
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Duties & Responsibilities
Analyze, recommend, and develop policy and procedures regarding Medicaid services that will maximize Illinois resources, increase clinical quality, and ensure compliance with the federal Medicaid program.
Seek to foster innovation and employ best practices in the development of Illinois Medicaid‑funded projects and initiatives.
Review and research new healthcare programs and procedure codes and make recommendations for policy around those programs and codes.
Make policy recommendations to OMI and HFS leadership to establish and finalize policy decisions.
Draft state plan amendments, waiver applications, and rules changes, at the request of HFS leadership.
Provide policy expertise and technical assistance to HFS staff and stakeholders to ensure accurate and consistent understanding of the federal Medicaid program and Illinois' Medical Assistance program.
Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree.
A total of one (1) year (12 months) in education, training and/or work experience in policy administration in health, business, law, and or related field. (Note: Master’s Degree in an area consistent with the duties of the position may be substituted for one (1) year of work experience.)
Based on position requirements, additional education, training, and/or work experience in the area of specialization inherent to the position may be required.
Additional education, training and/or work experience in the area of specialization.
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree from an accredited college or university in a related field (health care administration, business, law or related field).
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Comprehensive understanding of health service administration, professional relationship development, and data management and analysis skills.
Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.
Ability to quickly assess and analyze strategic business affairs to act in the best interest of OMI/HFS.
Teamwork skills.
Knowledge of Microsoft Office, with special emphasis on Excel.
Comprehensive understanding of Illinois Medicaid delivery system and HFS Managed Care Organizations.
Appointment Information This is a 100% full-time Civil Service 5002 – Program Coordinator position, appointed on a 12-month basis. The expected start date is as soon as possible. The budgeted salary range for the position is $70,000 to $80,000. Salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience, while also considering internal equity.
Application Procedures & Deadline Information Applications must be received by 6:00 pm (Central Time) on May 15, 2026. Apply for this position using the official portal. If you are a transfer candidate, you must apply. Applications not submitted through the official portal will not be considered. If required, transcripts or other documentation of credentials are to be provided no later than the first day of employment. For further information about this specific position, please contact Amanda Bubonic at abubo2@uillinois.edu.
Artificial Intelligence Use Notice Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position; however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.
Equal Opportunity & Accommodations The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to apply and may request a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (2008) to complete the application and/or interview process. Requests may be submitted through the reasonable accommodation portal or by contacting the Office for Access & Equity at 217-333-0885 option #1, or accessibility@illinois.edu.
Requisition ID: 1036085 Job Category: Professional and Administrative Apply at: https://jobs.illinois.edu
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