Medicaid Housing Research & Evaluation Analyst Senior

Current employees: Please apply through the employee portal to be considered for this opportunity. Pay Range: $43.99 - $54.15 Hourly Department: Department of County Human Services (DCHS) Job Type: Limited Duration Exemption Status: United States of America (Non-Exempt) Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified): January 27, 2025 The Opportunity: The Department of County Human Services (DCHS) is pleased to announce an open competitive recruitment for One (1) Medicaid Housing Research and Evaluation Analyst Senior. This position is a full time 1.0 FTE and will be scheduled as hybrid telework 40 hours a week (Monday - Friday 8:00am -5:00pm). The on-site work location for this position is at 209 SW 4th Avenue, Portland OR 97204. All employees must reside in Oregon or Washington; the county cannot support ongoing telework from other locations. This is a Limited Duration position and is funded for up to 24 months but may end at any time. The eligible list created from this recruitment may be used to fill future regular, limited duration, temporary, on-call, full or part-time assignments within the department. About the Position: This position will lead the research and evaluation of the Medicaid 1115 Waiver Housing benefit implementation and process for the county. This role collects and manages data for the benefit, makes program recommendations based on data findings, and conducts research on program efficiency and quality. Primary responsibilities include but not limited to: A. Program evaluation Develop a comprehensive new complex housing program while analyzing and developing procedures around the 1115 Medicaid Waiver housing benefit. Collaborate and lead research and evaluation study planning, outcome valuations, and performance measures for a new program, which includes multiple cross department issues and multiple variables Perform standard and in-depth complex technical, qualitative, and quantitative analytical tasks to collect and analyze housing benefits providers, recipients of the Medicaid 1115 housing benefit, or other stakeholders Create, develop, and market survey that capture the needs and trends that is affecting the housing structure in Multnomah County Analyze the results of data collection and surveys, showing trends and takeaways, including need projections. Research, collect, analyze, and conduct surveys that capture trends and takeaways for housing in underprivileged areas. Lead the design and data-driven improvements for the Medicaid 1115 housing benefits process During the program's launch and development, analyze policies and practices, finding ways to improve them. Lead the design and management of large-scale, complex, innovative, multi-stakeholder research/evaluation projects and long-term initiatives that include Medicaid 1115 Waiver. Manage complex project management with providers and communities experiencingmarginalization and barriers to housing, especially Black, Indigenous, and People of Color, with an emphasis on using culturally responsive approaches to project management. B. Data collection and management Use new and complex ways to collect data, like surveys, interviews, focus groups, observational studies, case studies, and other methods that break down information to find the 1115 Medicaid housing benefit program data needs. Find the main and secondary sources of this data. Design, develop, implement, and track data projects that include timelines, deliverables, milestones, objectives, and measurable goals/outputs. Confer regularly with managers and other stakeholders to identify information needed to determine appropriate methodology to use and ensure the completion of the project. Navigate data privacy needs and PII with multiple data sources Report monthly data progress reports to the Multco Medicaid 1115 team C. Reporting and outcomes Present to stakeholders: survey and data collection results, relevant findings, and evidence-based recommendations Formulate and present detailed status updates and formal reports for a diverse audience and stakeholders including: government agencies (local, state, federal), Multnomah County Board of County Commissioners, other elected officials, Community-Based Organization partners, and the general public. Ensure that the Medicaid 1115 Waiver Housing benefits are implemented effectively using data, providing maximum value to the community while maintaining compliance with all relevant regulations D. Stakeholder and partner engagement Liaise with partners to share data processes and contribute insightful recommendations, driving the development of the Medicaid 1115 Waiver benefit Collaborate with other Medicaid benefit programs at the county, regional, or state level to collectively engage in quality improvement initiatives Collaborate on research and evaluation, strategic planning, standard-setting, grant activities, and budgeting efforts to ensure aligned and effective program outcomes. To Qualify: We will consider any combination of relevant work experience, volunteering, education, and transferable skills as qualifying unless an item or section is labeled required. Please be clear and specific about how your background is relevant. For details about how we typically screen applications, review our overview of the selection process page. Minimum Qualifications/Transferable Skills : A Master's Degree - in lieu of a degree, we will consider equivalent years of related experience. Three (3) to six (6) years of experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position. (Equivalency 9-12 years of qualifying training and/or experience). Must pass a criminal background check with Multnomah County (this step occurs after a job offer) Must have a valid driver license We acknowledge that experience and transferable skills can be obtained through traditional and nontraditional means, we encourage and support all candidates who believe they have the experience needed to apply. Transferable Skills: Your transferable skills are any skills you have gained through education, work experience (including the military) or life experiences that are relevant for this position. Be sure to describe any transferable skills on your application and clearly explain how they apply to this position. Screening and Evaluation: The Application Packet: Your completed application must include all of the following items to be considered: 1. A resume. Please attach your resume as a separate document. (As an internal candidate, you may choose to complete your Talent Profile in Workday instead of or in addition to attaching a resume, but a comprehensive Talent Profile is not required to apply for this position.) 2. A cover letter. Please attach your cover letter as a separate document. Please be thorough in your responses, as these materials will be scored and determine your eligibility to advance in this recruitment process. Please be clear and specific in the applicable sections of the online application/resume about how your background is relevant. This information must also be consistent with your response if applicable. Note for internal candidates: After you have applied, you will receive the Oregon Veteran Preference Questionnaire in your Workday inbox. Your application as an internal candidate is not complete until you fill out and submit the Oregon Veteran Preference Questionnaire. - Only apply ONCE for this opportunity. Duplicate applications CANNOT be submitted in Workday. We will not review attached files that are not your resume, your cover letter, or documentation that establishes your eligibility for veterans' preference. (The recruiter as listed on the job announcement must receive all required veterans' preference documentation by the closing date of the recruitment.) The Selection Process: For details about how we typically screen applications, review our overview of the selection process page. We expect to evaluate candidates for this recruitment as follows: 1. Initial review of minimum qualifications 2. Application materials review 3. Phone screen 4. Consideration of top candidates 5. Background and reference check Note: Application information may be used throughout the entire selection process. This process is subject to change without notice. Additional Information: Type of Position: This is hourly union position and is eligible for overtime Benefits: Multnomah County offers a comprehensive Benefit package to all eligible employees. For more information about our benefit offerings, please visit: Employee Benefits. Pay Equity: The county regularly reviews pay equity for our workforce. When setting pay we consider applicants' education, experience, seniority, training, and tenure in relation to other employees performing a similar level of work. Additional Details: Hybrid Telework: This position is designated as "hybrid telework," meaning you will be working both remotely (from home) and in person at an onsite location. The designation of Hybrid Telework may be subject to change at a future time. All employees must reside in Oregon or Washington; the county cannot support ongoing telework from other locations. Work Location: This position works onsite at the Five Oaks Building, 209 SW 4th Avenue, Portland OR 97204. Serving the Public, Even During Disasters: Everyday, Multnomah County staff work together to serve as a safety net for our communities. During a disaster, this safety net becomes even more critical. All County employees have a role in serving the public during inclement weather, natural disaster, or other types of community emergency response. During these emergency responses, while typically there begins with a call for volunteers, county employees may ultimately be reassigned from their current position to a role in the emergency response in order to support the critical needs presented by our communities. For more information . click apply for full job details