TMaH Data Analyst

Job Posting Important Recruitment Information for this vacancy Job Posting closes: June 12, 2026 Required documents uploaded by: June 12, 2026 Kansas Department of Health and Environment: Our agency is led by Secretary Janet Stanek, who was appointed by Gov. Kelly in Dec 2021. KDHE is comprised of three divisions: Public Health, Environment, and Health Care Finance (which includes the State's Medicaid program, KanCare). We are the only agency in the nation to have these three entities under one roof which allows us to take a holistic approach to improving and protecting the health and well-being of all Kansans. Verification of identity and employment eligibility to work in the United States is required by federal law. For a list of acceptable documents that establish these criteria, please refer to the federal Form I-9. KDHE does not provide sponsorships for this position. E-Verify: Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. For additional information regarding E-Verify, please click here. For additional information regarding Immigrant and Employee Rights (IER) please click here. About the Position * Who can apply: Anyone (External) * Classified/Unclassified Service: Unclassified * Full-Time/Part-Time: Full-Time * Regular/Temporary: Regular * Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm (Flexible schedules available) * Eligible to Receive Benefits: Yes * Veterans' Preference Eligible: Yes * Sponsorship: KDHE does not provide sponsorship for this position. Compensation: * Hourly Pay Range: $27.61 - $29.03 * Salary can vary depending upon education, experience, or qualifications. Employment Benefits Comprehensive medical, mental, dental, vision, and additional coverage Sick & Vacation leave Work-Life Balance programs: parental leave, military leave, jury leave, funeral leave Paid State Holidays (designated by the Governor annually) Fitness Centers in select locations Employee discounts with the STAR Program Retirement and deferred compensation programs Visit the Employee Benefits page for more information… Position Summary & Responsibilities Position Summary: The TMaH Data Analyst position (K0247413) gathers, analyzes, and interprets more complex data using appropriate statistical techniques and computer software to obtain and present findings. Perform economic modeling using various statistical techniques. Design queries and collect data from the Medicaid database system to track multiple funded services to report on usage trends, costs, efficiencies, and effectiveness of health programs. Creates and maintains queries for utilization across managed care encounter data and specific populations when requested. Maps and traces data across multiple systems to identify and resolve problems. Creates and maintains documentation for each report. Data is gathered from the agency's system, other states, or other national sources. Peer review others' analyst work while providing feedback and best practices. Design, build, and maintain dashboards and reports using Tableau, Power BI, or similar tools to support Medicaid program evaluation, performance tracking, and financial forecasting. Job Responsibilities may include but are not limited to the following: * Performs ad hoc analysis and interprets results for a wide audience, including TMaH staff, DHCF staff, and stakeholders. * Provides data for legislative requests or policy analysis. * Responds to written and verbal inquiries concerning Medicaid data. * Displays a readiness to expand workload to meet leadership expectations. * Support external data reporting needs, including CMS reporting, legislative inquiries, and responses to public records requests. Qualifications * Education: * High School, GED * Licensing & Certification: * Valid Driver's License - Incumbent is required to have and maintain a valid driver's license when operating a state vehicle, a private vehicle, or a rental vehicle for the benefit of the State. * Minimum Qualifications: * Education may be substituted for experience, as deemed relevant by the agency. * Preferred Qualifications: * Finance, Statistics, Economics, Business Administration or similar degree. * Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access * Proofreading, editing, attention to detail * Background in health care or related services * Strong analytical and critical thinking with the ability to effectively collaborate with others * Ability to exercise good judgment in evaluating situations and making decisions * Experience in health care or insurance * Two years of experience performing analysis of procedures, policies or programs * Strong written and oral communication skills * Ability to prepare comprehensive reports and data in clean, concise ways and communicate information * Strong proficiency in Tableau, Power BI, or similar tools to create dashboards and reports * Post-Offer, Pre-employment Requirements: * Kansas Tax Clearance Certificate: A valid Kansas Tax Clearance Certificate is a condition of employment for all employees of the State of Kansas. Applicants (including non-residents) who receive a formal job offer for a State job, are required to obtain a valid Tax Clearance within ten (10) days of the job offer. A Tax Clearance can be obtained through the Kansas Department of Revenue who reviews individual accounts for compliance with Kansas Tax Law. If you have a missing tax return(s) or you owe taxes to the State of Kansas, please know that the Kansas Department of Revenue will work with you. The Kansas Department of Revenue can set you up on a payment plan to receive a Tax Clearance so you can get a job working for the State of Kansas. The Kansas Department of Revenue can be contacted at View phone number on click.appcast.io. Kansas Department of Revenue - Tax Clearance Frequently Asked Questions Recruiter Contact Information Name: Whitney Uthe Email: View email address on click.appcast.io Mailing Address: 1000 SW Jackson St. Suite 580 Topeka, KS 66612 Job Application Process * First Sign in or register as a New User. * Complete or update your contact information on the Careers> My Contact Information page. *This information is included on all your job applications. * Upload required documents listed below for the Careers> My Job Applications page. *This information is included on all your job applications. * Start your draft job application, upload other required documents, and Submit when it is complete. * Manage your draft and submitted applications on the Careers> My Job Applications page. * Check your email and My Job Notifications for written communications from the Recruiter. * Email - sent to the Preferred email on the My Contact Information page * Notifications - view the Careers> My Job Notifications page Helpful Resources at jobs.ks.gov: "How to Apply for a Job - Instructions" and "How to Search for a Job - Instructions" Required Documents for this Application to be Complete Upload these on the Careers - My Job Applications page Transcripts DD214 (if you are claiming Veteran's Preference) Upload these on the Attachments step in your Job Application * Resume * Cover Letter Helpful Resources at jobs.ks.gov: "How, What, & Where do I Upload Documents" How to Claim Veterans Preference Veterans' Preference Eligible (VPE): Former military personnel or their spouse that have been verified as a "veteran"; under K.S.A. 73-201 will receive an interview if they meet the minimum competency factors of the position. The veterans' preference laws do not guarantee the veteran a job. Positions are filled with the best qualified candidate as determine by the hiring manager. Learn more about claiming Veteran's Preference How to Claim Disability Hiring Preference Applicants that have physical, cognitive and/or mental disabilities may claim an employment preference when applying for positions. If they are qualified to meet the performance standards of the position, with or without a reasonable accommodation, they will receive an interview for the position. The preference does not guarantee an applicant the job, as positions are filled with the best qualified candidate as determined by the hiring manager. Learn more about claiming Disability Hiring Preference PLEASE NOTE: The documentation verifying a person's eligibility for use of this preference should not be sent along with other application materials to the hiring agency but should be sent directly to OPS. These documents should be sent either by fax to View phone number on click.appcast.io, scanned and emailed to View email address on click.appcast.io, or can be mailed/delivered in person to: ATTN: Disability Hiring Preference Coordinator Office of Personnel Services Landon State Office Building 900 SW Jackson, Rm 401 Topeka, KS 66612 Equal Employment Opportunity The State of Kansas is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion as essential elements that create and foster a welcoming workplace. All qualified persons will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, political affiliation, disability or any other factor unrelated to the essential functions of the job. 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