Program Coordinator I (EEMS Policy Coordinator)

EEMS Policy Coordinator

The Agency's mission is to be boldly innovative in improving the health and quality of life for South Carolinians. This position is located in EEMS Policy and Process Management, Statewide. This is an in-office role and not a telecommute or remote position. Are you the One? We are looking for an EEMS Policy Coordinator who will participate in Medicaid Eligibility policy and process development and management initiatives, as well as provide Medicaid Eligibility Policy and Process support to agency staff and partners. This role reports to the Policy and Process Development and Management Supervisor.

Responsibilities include:

• Responsible for Medicaid Policy & Process development. Responds to assigned work based on prioritized needs. Conducts necessary research, develops draft documents for new and updated policies and procedures, follows documents through review and approval process and publishes work as outlined in Policy Operational Plan. Makes revisions based on feedback.
• Serve as Subject Matter Expert for Policies & Procedures, Training, Quality Assurance, System Development and other Agency Initiatives as assigned.
• Maintain knowledge of Medicaid Eligibility Policy, Procedures and System Functionality.
• Perform Other Duties as Assigned

The South Carolina Department of Health and Human Services offers an exceptional benefits package for FTE and TGE positions that includes:

• Health, Dental, Vision, Long Term Disability, and Life Insurance for Employee, Spouse, and Children.
• 15 days annual (vacation) leave per year.
• 15 days sick leave per year.
• 13 paid holidays.
• State Retirement Plan and Deferred Compensation Programs.

Minimum and Additional Requirements include:

• A high school diploma and at least one (1) year of professional experience in social service programs, business administration, general administrative management or relevant program experience
• Occasional overnight travel.
• Requires holder to drive routinely.
• Overtime and/or weekend work with Deputy approval.
• Sitting or standing for long periods of time.
• Lifting requirements: 20 lbs
• Valid driver's license
• In-office Role

Preferred Qualifications include:

• Knowledge of laws, regulations, policies and procedures relevant to the area of employment.
• Ability to exercise judgment and discretion.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Ability to interpret and apply laws, regulations, policies and procedures.
• Ability to communicate effectively.

Additional Comments: Please complete the State application to include all current and previous work history and education. A resume will not be accepted nor reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position. Supplemental questions are considered part of your official application for qualification purposes. All applicants must apply online. All correspondence from the Office of Human Resources will be through electronic mail. The South Carolina Department of Health and Human Services is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, including, but not limited, to lactation), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information.