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Departmental Analyst 9-12 - HSA Estate Recovery & Special Liability Section

State of Michigan

Health and Human Services - Central Office

Fresh

Location

Michigan, 48909

Salary

$25.85 - $43.73

per hour

Type

Closes

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Job Description

Summary

This job involves researching medical and legal details to recover Medicaid costs from estates and other liable parties, preparing reports to seek reimbursements, and managing databases for tracking these efforts.

It also includes coordinating with state and federal agencies and developing strategies to improve recovery processes.

A good fit would be someone with experience in legal or financial analysis, strong research skills, and comfort working with data systems in a government health services context.

Key Requirements

  • Experience conducting research and analysis on medical and legal evidence for recovery programs
  • Ability to prepare reports and correspondence for reimbursing Medicaid expenditures
  • Skills in designing, implementing, and maintaining computer-based data collections
  • Proficiency in testing database functions and providing enhancement recommendations
  • Knowledge of developing strategies and recommendations for resolving recovery issues
  • Experience providing consultation and coordination with state and federal agencies
  • Familiarity with auditing methodology, compliance measurements, and unit protocols

Full Job Description

The MDHHS mission is to provide opportunities, services, and programs that promote a healthy, safe, and stable environment for residents to be self-sufficient. We are committed to ensuring a diverse workforce and a work environment whereby all employees are treated with dignity, respect and fairness. For more information, please visit our MDHHS Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Plan.

Departmental Analyst 9-P11 (E Level)

This position, in an entry through experienced level, is responsible for conducting research and analysis on medical and legal evidence necessary to effectively operate the Third Party Liability (TPL) Estate Recovery program and other special liability recovery efforts; preparing reports and correspondence seeking reimbursement of Medicaid expenditures from legally liable sources; designing, implementing, and maintaining computer-based data collections related to Estate Recovery and Specialty Liability recoveries, testing new TPL Electronic Database (TED) functions and providing enhancement recommendations; and developing and preparing recommendations on alternative State and departmental strategies to resolve issues regarding recovery actions.

This position will also provide consultation to and coordinate the DHHS Estate Recovery program with multiple State and Federal agencies, as well as assist with the development of Unit protocols, reporting mechanisms, auditing methodology, and compliance measurements.

E-Level PD

Departmental Analyst 12 (A level)

This position is responsible for conducting research and analysis on medical and legal evidence necessary to effectively operate the Third Party Liability (TPL) Estate Recovery program and other special liability recovery efforts; preparing reports and correspondence seeking reimbursement of Medicaid expenditures from legally liable sources; designing, implementing, and maintaining computer-based data collections related to Probate and Mass Tort recoveries; testing new TPL Electronic Database (TED) functions and providing enhancement recommendations; and developing and preparing recommendations on alternative State and departmental strategies to resolve issues regarding recovery actions.

This position will also provide consultation to and coordinate the DHHS Estate Recovery program with multiple State and federal agencies, as well as assist with the development of unit protocols, reporting mechanisms, auditing methodology, and compliance measurements.

A-Level PD

Job Specification

To be considered for this position you must:
  • Apply for this position online via NEOGOV; click on "Apply" in the job posting for instructions on submitting your electronic application. Hard copy applications are not accepted.
  • Relevant experience and/or education referred to in the supplemental questions must be documented in the resume, transcript and/or application to allow for accurate screening.
  • Attach a resume identifying specific experience and dates of employment. Dates of employment should include month and year and hours per week.
  • Attach a cover letter.
  • If applicable, attach a copy of an official transcript(s). We accept scanned copies of official transcripts. We do not accept web-based, internet, or copies of unofficial transcripts.

    Official transcripts provide the name of the institution, confirmation that a degree was awarded and on what date, and the registrar's signature.

    Failure to complete any of the above items may result in your application not being considered. See instructions for attaching files here: Instructions

    Requirements

    Education
    Possession of a bachelor's degree in any major.

    Experience

    Departmental Analyst 9

    No specific type or amount is required.

    Departmental Analyst 10
    One year of professional experience.

    Departmental Analyst P11
    Two years of professional experience, including one year of experience equivalent to the intermediate (10) level in state service.

    Departmental Analyst 12
    Three years of professional experience, including one year of experience equivalent to the experienced (P11) level in state service.

    Additional Information

    The physical location of this position is 400 S Pine Street, Lansing, MI. Based on operational needs and within established limits, remote work and alternate or hybrid work schedule requests for this position may be considered.

    Selected candidates who have been approved to work remotely and must complete that work within Michigan. Candidates should confirm work location and schedule at the time of interview.
    Ingham CountyEmployees will be provided computers to perform state work. Phones may also be provided for necessary communications. If working remotely, employees will be responsible for providing other components of a remote office at their own expense, including:
    • A secure work location that allows privacy and prevents distractions.
    • A high-speed internet connection of at least 25 Mbps download and 5 Mbps upload.
    • Suitable lighting, furniture, and utilities.
    The use of artificial intelligence (AI) software of any kind is prohibited in all areas of the selection process; including, but not limited to, responses to application questions, and responses to interview questions or exercises.

    Your application for any position does not guarantee you will be contacted by the Department/Agency for further consideration. Only those applicants interviewed will be notified of the results.

    As a Condition of Employment: this position requires successful completion of a background investigation and a criminal records check.

    The use of artificial intelligence (AI) software of any kind is prohibited in all areas of the selection process; including, but not limited to, responses to application questions, and responses to interview questions or exercises.

    If you previously held status in this classification and departed within the last three (3) years, please contact Human Resources regarding your interest in a potential reinstatement. Reinstatement is not guaranteed or required.

    The Department of Health & Human Services reserves the right to close this posting prior to its original end date once a sufficient number of applications have been received.

    For information about this specific position, please email MDHHSVacancies@michigan.gov. Please reference the job posting number in subject line.

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Posted on NEOGOV: 1/8/2026 | Added to FreshGovJobs: 1/9/2026

Source: NEOGOV | ID: neogov-michigan-5191139