Summary

This job involves working on a temporary project to improve health care in rural Colorado areas, focusing on analyzing data, supporting policy changes, and helping with program implementation in the state's Medicaid system.

It suits someone with experience in health policy or data analysis who is passionate about equity and access to care in underserved communities.

The role is term-limited, so it's ideal for professionals seeking short-term impact in public health.

Key Requirements

Colorado state residency at time of application
Experience in health care policy analysis or program evaluation
Strong analytical skills for data review and reporting
Knowledge of Medicaid or public health programs
Excellent communication skills for stakeholder collaboration
Ability to work on term-limited projects with deadlines
Bachelor's degree in public health, policy, or related field (preferred)

Full Job Description

STATE OF COLORADO RESIDENCY REQUIRED AT TIME OF APPLICATION

NOTE: This announcement may be used to fill multiple openings.

Envision yourself working at HCPF

The State of Colorado strives to create a Colorado for All by building and maintaining workplaces that value and respect all Coloradans through a commitment to equal opportunity and hiring based on merit and fitness.

The State is resolute in non-discriminatory practices in everything we do, including hiring, employment, and advancement opportunities.

The Department of Health Care Policy & Financing (HCPF) oversees and operates Health First Colorado (Colorado's Medicaid Program), Child Health Plan Plus (CHP+), and other state public health programs for qualified Coloradans.

Our mission is to improve health care equity, access and outcomes for the people we serve while saving Coloradans money on health care and driving value for Colorado.

As part of the State of Colorado, HCPF offers a competitive benefits package:

PERA retirement benefits including PERA Defined Benefit Plan, PERA Defined Contribution Plan, plus 401K and 457 plans
Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance coverage
Automatic Short-Term and Optional Long-Term Disability Coverage
Life and AD&D Insurance
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA) job protection and State of Colorado Paid Family Medical Leave (PFML)
11 Paid Holidays Annually and Accrued Annual and Sick Leave
Accrued Sick Leave for State of Colorado Temporary Employees
Flexplace and Flextime work arrangements
Variety of discounts on services and products available through the State of Colorado's Work-Life Employment Discount Program
Free RTD EcoPass to all eligible State Employees
Credit Union of Colorado Membership Eligibility
Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For more

information, go to https://www.colorado.gov/pacific/dhr/student-loan-forgiveness-programs. https://dhr.colorado.gov/dhr-resources/student-loan-forgiveness-programs

The Budget Division is responsible for projecting, requesting, defending, and managing the Department’s budget for Medicaid and other health care financing programs.

Within the Budget Division, the Long Term Services & Supports Unit provides budget and policy analysis in support of assigned program areas, including federally funded rural health transformation initiatives.

We are onboarding new employees using a hybrid approach. The Department supports flexible work arrangements. Depending on the business need and description of the position, we have options that range from fully remote, hybrid, to full-time in the office. Specific discussions about the schedule will be discussed during the offer stage.

Requirements

This is a term-limited Budget Analyst II position funded through the Rural Health Transformation Program (RHTP). The position provides complex budgetary and policy analysis exclusively in support of rural health transformation initiatives, including cost projections, expenditure monitoring, and preparation of budget requests and fiscal documentation. This position acts as a liaison between the Budget Division, Rural Health Transformation Division, and the Accounting Section to coordinate the Department’s federal reporting. The position develops and applies analytical methodologies, evaluates financial impacts of policy and program changes, and prepares recommendations for management and external budget partners in accordance with state and federal requirements.

Qualifications

Residency Requirement:

This posting is only open to residents of the State of Colorado at the time of submitting your application.

Class Code & Classification Description: (New)

H8E2XX

BUDGET ANALYST II

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Experience Only:

Six (6) years of relevant experience in an occupation related to budgeting or finance experience

Education and Experience:

A combination of related education and/or relevant experience in budget or finance equal to six (6) years
Current, valid licensure as a CPA by the Colorado Board of Accountancy will substitute for the degree requirement and two (2) years of the required experience.

Or the following substitutions:

Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution which includes 27 semester hours of accounting, finance or auditing coursework will substitute for the degree requirement.

(If you are using 27 semester hours of Accounting, Finance or Auditing coursework to substitute for the degree requirement, please ensure you include relevant transcripts to be reviewed at the time of submitting your application)

Current, valid licensure as a CPA by the Colorado Board of Accountancy will substitute for the degree requirement and two years of professional accounting experience.

(If you are using a CPA license to substitute for the degree requirement, please ensure you include the relevant license to be reviewed at the time of submitting your application)

Preferred Qualifications & Special Qualifications:

Prior state experience related to the duties of this position
Experience using state accounting software CORE
Demonstrated experience using quantitative analysis tools
Experience forecasting service utilization patterns
Experience using Microsoft Excel
Experience pulling and analyzing data sets
Experience submitting Grant Applications

DEFINITION OF PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE: Professional experience is defined as experience that may include: independent judgment and discretion in performing work duties, a level of specialized knowledge, in-depth work requirements such as data gathering, analysis and interpretation, customer service across a broad range of individuals including key personnel, and/or individual accountability for results.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

All positions at HCPF are security sensitive positions and require that the individuals undergo a criminal record background check as a condition of employment.

Employees who have been disciplinary terminated, resigned in lieu of disciplinary termination, or negotiated their termination from the State of Colorado must disclose this information on the application.
This is a term-limited position with funding through September 30, 2030. Successful candidates will sign a Waiver of Retention Rights and normal personnel rules regarding retention will not apply. Additional information regarding term-limited positions can be found here.

Appeal Rights: (Updated)

An applicant who has been removed from an employment list or removed from consideration during the selection process may request a review by the State Personnel Director.

As an applicant directly affected by the results of the selection or comparative analysis process, you may file a written appeal with the State Personnel Director.

Review of the completed, signed and submitted appeal will be timely on the basis of written material submitted by you, using the official appeal form signed by you or your representative.

This form must be completed and delivered to the State Personnel Board by email at dpa_state.personnelboard@state.co.us within ten (10) calendar days from your receipt of notice or acknowledgment of the Department’s action.

For further information on the Board Rules, you can refer to 4 Colorado Code of Regulations (CCR) 801-1, State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures, Chapter 8, Resolution of Appeals and Disputes, at spb.colorado.gov/board-rules.

Additional Information

How to Apply (PLEASE READ CAREFULLY)

Please note that ONLY your State of Colorado job application will be reviewed during the initial screening; if you submit a resume and cover letter, they will be reviewed in later stages of the selection process.

Therefore, it is paramount that you clearly describe all your relevant experience on the application itself. Applications left blank or marked "SEE RESUME" will not be considered.

Your application will be reviewed against the minimum qualifications for the position. If your application demonstrates that you meet the minimum qualifications, you will be invited to the comparative analysis process, which is described below.

Comparative Analysis Process

The comparative analysis process will consist primarily of a review of applications against the minimum and preferred qualifications of this position.

Applications will be reviewed in comparison to all others in the applicant pool in order to identify a top group of candidates who may be invited for a final interview.

Depending on the size of the applicant pool, additional selection processes may be utilized to identify a top group of candidates. Applicants will be notified of their status via email.

Failure to submit properly completed documents by the closing date will result in your application being rejected.

ADAAA Accommodations: The State of Colorado believes that equity, diversity, and inclusion drive our success, and we encourage candidates from all identities, backgrounds, and abilities to apply.

The State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer committed to building inclusive, innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them.

Therefore, in all aspects of the employment process, we provide employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, medical condition related to pregnancy, creed, ancestry, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or military status (with preference given to military veterans), or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law.

The Department of Health Care Policy & Financing is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals.

As part of this commitment, our agency will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, and/or to perform essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship.

If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to our ADAAA Coordinator, Minnie Kaur, at anupreet.kaur@state.co.us.

The Department of Health Care Policy & Financing does not offer sponsored visas for employment purposes.

If not applying online, submit applications to: How to Apply (PLEASE READ CAREFULLY)