SENIOR MANAGEMENT ANALYST

Management Analyst III***THIS RECRUITMENT MAY CLOSE WITHOUT FURTHER NOTICE DEPENDING ON THE NUMBER OF APPLICATIONS RECEIVED. APPLICANTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY AS SOON AS POSSIBLE***The Division of Health Care Purchasing and Compliance, Office of the Medicaid Inspector General, Surveillance and Utilization Review (SUR) Unit is seeking to hire a Management Analyst III for the Reno or Carson City office. Under the supervision of the SUR Northern Manager, the incumbent will supervise analysts responsible for detecting and preventing fraud, waste, and abuse; oversee SUR data analytics and system testing; manage and review casework; analyze claims and provider documentation for compliance with Medicaid policies and regulations; interpret legal and regulatory materials; recommend policy and system improvements; maintain databases and prepare professional reports; support hearings, meetings, trainings, and onsite visits; ensure performance standards and desk manuals are maintained; foster teamwork; adhere to all DHCFP policies; and attend program integrity training at the Medicaid Integrity Institute as directed.Management Analysts conduct studies, research, and examination of management and administrative areas such as agency operations, forms, policies and procedures, workflow, legislative analysis, management research, and statistical and informational analysis.Essential QualificationsThree or more years of applicable experience as described in the job duties and graduation from high school or equivalent education.Job DutiesThe job duties include:Conduct research and analyze legislative implications.Determine software application program needs or requirements.Review and monitor contracts.Make recommendations on policy and procedure improvements.Provide recommendations to management regarding programs and/or work unit activities.Prepare reports and correspondence.Review, write, revise, and recommend administrative policies or procedures for the work unit and/or assigned programs.Conduct statistical or investigative studies, compile and analyze data, and prepare and present reports summarizing study results and conclusions.Develop, manage, review, and make recommendations on contracts and the contracting process.Review, monitor, and research bills submitted to the Legislature impacting the work unit, inform management of possible implications, and recommend an appropriate course of action.Propose and draft legislation for the agency, provide testimony before legislative committees, and develop regulations from approved legislation.Plan, organize, and coordinate the development and implementation of new or revised policies, procedures and/or work methods.Analyze workflow, space allocation, staffing, and other factors to improve effectiveness and efficiency of operations.Coordinate the development of new forms, work methods, and automated systems.Design and conduct analytical, investigative, informational, statistical, and research studies related to various aspects of the agency's operations.Make recommendations regarding the agency's position on issues, future courses of action, and the development of new programs or services based upon study findings.Perform statistical and informational analysis and prepare analytical, narrative, and statistical reports.Function as the singular expert in their program or discipline area.May train, supervise, schedule, and evaluate the performance of employees, and other supervisory duties as appropriate for managing people.Perform related duties as assigned.Knowledge, Skills, and AbilitiesThis job specification lists the major knowledge, skills and abilities of the job and is not all inclusive. Incumbent(s) will be expected to have knowledge, skills and abilities from a previous level. Knowledge of:Techniques of statistical analysis including data collection, evaluation, analysis, and manipulation; legislative proceedings and processes; government agencies, resources, and functions to locate and obtain needed information and/or resources; accepted practices and methods used in designing program reviews and audits.Skill in:Developing computer generated reports.Organizing, developing, and making presentations.Mathematical and statistical computation and research and analysis techniques.Designing analytical research studies and identifying research needs and problems.Coordinating and implementing diverse work plans.Ability to:Read and interpret technical reports, governmental publications, and federal directives; write comprehensive analytical, narrative, and statistical reports, recommendations, and legislative proposals.The State of Nevada is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to building diverse, inclusive, and innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. All applicants are considered without regard to race, color, national origin, religion or belief, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, domestic partnership, genetic information (GINA), or compensation and/or wages.Please send direct Inquiries or correspondence to the recruiter listed on this announcement.BenefitsBenefits include:Health Insurance: Medical, dental, life, and disability insurance programs for employees and their dependents/family are offered through the Public Employees' Benefits Program (PEBP).Vacation: Accrual of three weeks of annual leave each year.Sick Leave: Accrual of three weeks of sick leave each year.Holidays: 12 paid holidays per year.Retirement: Participation in the Nevada Public Employees Retirement System (PERS). Employees do not contribute to Social Security but will contribute to PERS if their position is at 50% or more full-time equivalency. For more information on how PERS service may impact Social Security benefits, visit the SSA publication (Download PDF reader).Deferred Compensation: The State offers a voluntary Deferred Compensation Program.No Nevada state income tax.Public Service Loan Forgiveness: Eligible due to public sector employment.Longevity Payments Eligibility: Employees who have received a performance rating of "standard" or better and have completed eight (8) or more years of continuous service are eligible for longevity pay.Additional benefits may apply to employees covered under a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), depending on their designated bargaining unit. For more information, visit the Labor Relations Unit (LRU).For more details about your rights and responsibilities as a State of Nevada employee, please review the State of Nevada Employee Handbook (PDF) (Download PDF reader).*** State Holidays The holiday schedule for State employees is established by the Legislature.The following are legal holidays:January 1.............................................. New Year's DayThird Monday in January.................. Martin Luther King, Jr.'s BirthdayThird Monday in February................ Washington's BirthdayLast Monday in May.............................. Memorial DayJune 19................................................ Juneteenth DayJuly 4.................................................. Independence DayFirst Monday in September.............. Labor DayLast Friday in October....................... Nevada DayNovember 11...................................... Veterans' DayFourth Thursday in November........ Thanksgiving DayFriday following the Fourth Thursday in November...................... Family DayDecember 25...................................... Christmas DayWhen January 1, June 19, July 4, November 11, or December 25 falls on a Saturday, the preceding Friday is the observed legal holiday. If these days fall on Sunday, the following Monday is the observed holiday. Eligibility for holiday pay is covered by the provisions of NAC 284.255