Medicaid Home & Community Based Services – Transitions Policy Manager

Oregon Department of Human Services

. Lead development, implementation, and oversight of Medicaid policies and programs supporting Home and Community-Based Services and care transitions across Oregon’s health system .

Posted 9/30/2026full-timeSalem • Oregon • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $7,537 - $11,657 per monthWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Medicaid policy development and implementation, with a strong focus on Home and Community-Based Services and health equity. Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams, manage budgets, and foster collaboration across diverse stakeholders.

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Medicaid Policy DevelopmentTeam ManagementBudget OversightHealth Equity AdvancementInteragency Collaboration

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Hard Skills

Policy ImplementationData EvaluationRegulatory ComplianceContract AdministrationHealth Services Delivery Knowledge

Soft Skills

Collaborative Problem-SolvingConsensus-BuildingOrganizational Leadership

Industry Keywords

Oregon Health PlanCoordinated Care OrganizationsValue-Based Payment MechanismsSocial Safety Net ProgramsFederal and State Laws

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead development, implementation, and oversight of Medicaid policies and programs supporting Home and Community-Based Services and care transitions across Oregon’s health system
Oversee programs including HCBS, Traditional Health Workers, hospice, home health, private duty nursing, administrative medical exams, PASRR, dual-eligible services, and pharmaceutical services
Ensure statewide compliance with federal and state requirements and alignment with the Medicaid State Plan
Manage a multidisciplinary team responsible for policy development, implementation, and operations
Prioritize and assign work, resolve escalated issues, shape budget strategies, allocate resources, and oversee procurements and contracts
Inform and influence long-range system direction
Strengthen partnerships across OHA divisions, ODHS, federal partners, providers, and community partners
Build collaborative relationships with diverse and traditionally marginalized communities

Requirements

What you’ll need

Six years of supervision, management, or progressively related experience; OR three years of related experience and a Bachelor’s degree in a related field
Knowledge and experience developing, implementing, and refining policies included in the Medicaid State Plan or other waiver authorities with CMS
Familiarity with varying funding streams for statewide and community investment and value-based payment mechanisms
Ability to provide organizational leadership and foster inter- and cross-agency collaboration
Experience managing teams and providing financial and budget oversight
Knowledge of health services delivery systems, particularly Oregon Health Plan and Medicaid administration in Oregon
Experience working with Coordinated Care Organizations, social safety net programs, health service providers, or community-based organizations
Knowledge of legislative and regulatory processes, federal and state laws and regulations, legislative concepts and bills
Experience leading policies and programs that advance health equity
Ability to navigate complex relationships through collaborative problem-solving and consensus-building
Experience facilitating meetings with internal teams, community members, providers, government officials, and legislators
Knowledge of contracts, interagency agreements, procurement, and grant administration
Experience evaluating and synthesizing quantitative and qualitative data
Employment contingent upon a criminal records check and driving records check meeting OHA criteria
Must be authorized to work in the United States; position does not provide visa sponsorship

Benefits

Comp & perks

Excellent, low-cost medical, vision, and dental coverage for you and your family
Optional life insurance, disability coverage, deferred compensation, and FSA options for health and childcare
11 holidays
3 personal days
Monthly sick leave
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
Hybrid work arrangement