Government Analyst II

State of Florida

. Research and analyze data and peer-reviewed literature to develop recommendations related to coverage of new health services under the Florida Medicaid program.

Posted 11/10/2026full-timeTallahassee • Florida • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $2,074 - $2,696 per weekWebsite

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Demonstrates expertise in developing and analyzing health care policies, particularly within the Florida Medicaid program, while effectively managing complex projects and conducting thorough research. Proficient in technical writing and data analysis to support policy recommendations and program improvements.

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Health Care Policy DevelopmentTechnical WritingData Collection And AnalysisProject ManagementFlorida Medicaid Knowledge

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Hard Skills

Data AnalysisFact-Finding ResearchReport PreparationPolicy DraftingProgram DesignGrant Proposal DevelopmentLegislative ReportingAlternative Financing StrategiesReimbursement StrategiesManagement Principles

Soft Skills

Effective CommunicationProblem-SolvingOrganizational SkillsRelationship BuildingIndependent Work

Industry Keywords

Florida MedicaidFederal RegulationsState StatutesAdministrative RulesMedicare PoliciesHealth Care Industry TrendsTraining Program DevelopmentBureau Bill AnalysesPolicy TransmittalsDrug-Free Workplace Act

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Research and analyze data and peer-reviewed literature to develop recommendations related to coverage of new health services under the Florida Medicaid program.
Maintain current knowledge of Florida Medicaid, federal regulations, state statutes, administrative rules, the Florida Medicaid State Plan, Medicare policies, Medicaid research, and health care industry trends.
Conduct fact-finding research using state library resources, archives, legal sources, and other reliable information sources.
Review, draft, and coordinate Bureau bill analyses.
Collect and analyze health care and program-related data, including alternative financing and reimbursement strategies.
Prepare reports synthesizing complex or large amounts of information and evaluating new health services for Medicaid coverage.
Coordinate with subject matter policy experts to finalize research and report recommendations.
Develop grant proposals and legislative reports.
Develop and implement program designs, projects, and plans to meet bureau goals and priorities.
Maintain tracking logs and monitor routing, approval, deadlines, and completion of reports and coverage requests.
Develop and maintain Florida Medicaid program policies and procedures.
Draft policy language for reports, contracts, amendments, managed care plan letters, contract interpretations, policy transmittals, and provider alerts.
Provide technical assistance and consultation regarding service and program policies and procedures.
Advise management on improvement opportunities and concerns.
Identify and document training needs.
Prepare presentation materials and develop, coordinate, implement, and evaluate statewide and local training programs.
Participate in meetings, conferences, workshops, and seminars related to the Florida Medicaid program.
Perform special projects and other assigned duties.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Three years of professional experience developing health care related policies.
Three years of professional experience implementing and managing complex projects.
Three years of professional experience in technical writing.
Knowledge of the methods of data collection and analysis.
Knowledge of basic management principles and practices.
Ability to collect, evaluate and analyze data to develop alternative recommendations, solve problems, document work flow and other activities relating to the improvement of management practices.
Ability to organize data into logical format for presentation in reports, documents and other written materials.
Ability to conduct fact finding research.
Ability to utilize problem-solving techniques.
Ability to work independently.
Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work assignments.
Ability to communicate effectively.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
Ability to travel with or without accommodations.
Successful completion of a State and National criminal history check, including fingerprinting, before beginning employment.
Subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing under the Drug-Free Workplace Act.
Preference given to applicants with knowledge and/or experience with the Medicaid program.
Preference given to applicants with experience serving as a lead or assistant on a major research project.
Preference given to applicants with a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university; not required.
N/A licensure, certification, or registration requirements.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance (i.e., individual and family coverage) to eligible employees
Life insurance; $25,000 policy is free plus option to purchase additional life insurance
Dental, vision and supplemental insurance
State of Florida retirement options, including employer contributions
Ability to earn up to 104 hours of paid annual leave as a new employee with the State of Florida
Ability to earn up to 104 hours of sick leave annually
Nine paid holidays and 1 personal holiday each year
Opportunities for career advancement
Tuition waivers (accepted by major Florida Colleges/universities)
Student loan forgiveness opportunities (eligibility required)
Training opportunities
Flexible Spending Accounts
Shared Savings Program for select medical services
Lower copays for prescription drugs
Health and Wellness discounts
Veterans’ Preference for eligible candidates
Reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities