GOVERNMENT ANALYST II

Requisition No: 880678


Agency: Agency for Health Care Administration

Working Title: 68055472 - GOVERNMENT ANALYST II

Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 68055472


Salary: $2,073.73 - $2,695.85 Biweekly


Posting Closing Date: 09/18/2026


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Agency Overview:

The Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA) is Florida's chief health policy and planning entity.


The Agency is responsible for administering the Florida Medicaid program, the licensure and regulation of nearly 50,000 health care facilities, and empowering consumers through health care transparency initiatives.


Under the direction of the Agency Secretary, AHCA is focused on advancing Governor DeSantis' vision for Florida's health care system to be the most cost-effective, transparent, and high-quality health care system in the nation.


The Medicaid program provides low-income families and individuals with access to health care.


If you have a desire to use your talent and skills at an organization that provides critical services to millions of individuals and families across the state, AHCA invites you to apply to become an essential member of our team.


As one of Florida's leading state agencies, AHCA's diverse workforce community of more than 1,400 employees is proud of its efforts to serve the people of Florida.

Agency Objectives:

HIGH QUALITY

Emphasizing quality in all that we do to improve health outcomes, always putting the individual first.

TRANSPARENT

Supporting initiatives that promote transparency and empower consumers in making well informed healthcare decisions.

COST-EFFECTIVE

Leveraging Florida's buying power in delivering high quality care at the lowest cost to taxpayers.

Position Overview:

This is an exciting opportunity to help shape the quality of health care in Florida.


We are seeking to hire Government Analyst II who desires to work to enhance the delivery of health care services through the Florida Medicaid Program.


This position requires a candidate who is creative, flexible, innovative, and who will thrive in a fast-paced, team based work environment.


This position is located in the Bureau of Medicaid Policy.


Medicaid Policy is responsible for the development, coordination, and implementation of Florida Medicaid program policies, including: all Medicaid federal authorities (e.g. the Florida State Plan, 1115 waivers and home and community based waivers), administrative rules, coverage policies, managed care plan contracts, bill analyses, drug utilization review boards, preferred drug lists, supplemental rebate contracts, and KidCare/Title 21.

This position is responsible for supporting the research, planning, development, coordination, implementation, and evaluation of Florida's behavioral health system redesign and transformation initiatives under the Florida Medicaid program and related Agency programs.


The incumbent assists with policy development, program analysis, stakeholder coordination, and implementation activities to support a modernized, integrated behavioral health delivery system consistent with Agency priorities and federal and state requirements.

Behavioral Health Transformation and Program Development

The incumbent shall:
• Assist in the planning, development, and implementation of Florida's behavioral health redesign and transformation initiatives, including integration of mental health and substance use disorder services within the Medicaid delivery system.
• Support the development of program structures, operational processes, and implementation strategies designed to improve access, quality, coordination, and cost-effectiveness of behavioral health services statewide.
• Assist in the development and evaluation of program initiatives designed to address service gaps and improve behavioral health outcomes.
• Support system redesign activities through analysis of service delivery models, provider capacity, and network performance.
• Assist in identifying operational challenges and recommending program improvements to leadership.
• Monitor implementation progress and track key transformation milestones and deliverables.
• Assist in the development of implementation plans, work plans, and timelines.
• Support the coordination of transformation initiatives across Agency divisions and partner agencies.

Policy Development

The Incumbent shall:
• Assist in the development and maintenance of behavioral health program policies and procedures to ensure compliance with Agency goals and federal and state laws, rules, and regulations.
• Assist in drafting policy language for contracts, amendments, guidance documents, technical assistance materials, and program communications.
• Support development of policy guidance related to behavioral health services and delivery system reforms.
• Assist with review and analysis of federal guidance, waiver requirements, and state statutes impacting behavioral health programs.
• Track and monitor policy development activities to ensure timely completion and alignment with Agency priorities.

Research and Analysis

The incumbent shall:
• Maintain knowledge of federal and state behavioral health policies, including Medicaid requirements and delivery system trends.
• Conduct research on behavioral health service delivery models, financing strategies, and program innovations.
• Analyze programmatic and operational data to support behavioral health transformation initiatives.
• Assist with data collection, validation, and interpretation related to behavioral health services and system performance.
• Prepare written reports and analyses summarizing research findings and program impacts.
• Assist with development of programmatic and fiscal impact analyses for proposed policy or program changes.
• Conduct fact-finding and environmental scans to support program planning activities.
• Organize complex information into clear and useful formats for decision-making.

These activities support system analysis and improvement consistent with behavioral health program evaluation and policy development responsibilities.

Program Planning and Implementation

The incumbent shall:
• Assist with development and implementation of behavioral health transformation projects and initiatives.
• Support development of program designs, operational procedures, and implementation tools.
• Assist in development of legislative reports, grant proposals, and program documentation.
• Assist with preparation of legislative budget requests and program proposals, as assigned.
• Monitor program implementation activities and identify areas for improvement.
• Assist with development of performance metrics and outcome measures.
• Support quality improvement activities and program evaluations.
• Assist with preparation of program status reports and executive briefings.

Stakeholder Coordination and Communication

The incumbent shall:
• Provide technical assistance to Agency staff, managed care plans, providers, and stakeholders regarding behavioral health program policies and initiatives.
• Assist with coordination of meetings and workgroups related to behavioral health transformation activities.
• Prepare briefing materials, presentations, and reports for Agency leadership.
• Support stakeholder outreach and engagement activities.
• Assist with responding to legislative and executive office inquiries.
• Participate in meetings, workshops, and conferences related to behavioral health services.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

These responsibilities support statewide behavioral health coordination and system improvement activities.

This position is not a remote or telework position.

Benefits of Working for the State of Florida:

Working for the State of Florida is more than a paycheck. We offer an excellent array of benefits, including:
• 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

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Join us at the Agency for Health Care Administration in fulfilling our mission to provide "Better Health Care for all Floridians."

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
• Knowledge of behavioral health service delivery systems, including mental health and substance use disorder programs.
• Knowledge of federal and state laws, rules, regulations, and policies related to Medicaid and behavioral health programs.
• Knowledge of program planning, evaluation, and policy development methods.
• Knowledge of basic management and organizational principles and practices.
• Knowledge of the methods of data collection, validation, and analysis.
• Knowledge of health care delivery systems and managed care environments.
• Ability to research and analyze behavioral health policies, programs, and service delivery models.
• Ability to understand and apply applicable federal and state statutes, administrative rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Ability to collect, evaluate, and analyze data to develop recommendations and support program and policy decisions.
• Ability to organize data into logical formats for presentation in reports, documents, and other written materials.

Ability to prepare clear, accurate, and concise reports, policy documents, and correspondence.
• Ability to conduct fact-finding research and program analyses.
• Ability to assist in the development and implementation of policies, procedures, and program initiatives.
• Ability to plan, organize, and coordinate work assignments and project activities.
• Ability to monitor project timelines and ensure timely completion of assigned tasks.
• Ability to identify program issues and recommend practical solutions.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with Agency staff, state partners, managed care plans, providers, and stakeholders.
• Ability to provide technical assistance and guidance related to behavioral health programs and policies.
• Ability to synthesize complex information into actionable recommendations for leadership.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to prioritize multiple assignments and meet deadlines.
• Ability to travel with or without accommodations.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS REQUIREMENTS
• Four years of professional experience in health policy, behavioral health programs, Medicaid programs, public health programs, or health care program administration.
• Four years of professional experience conducting research, analysis, or program evaluation related to health care, behavioral health, or public programs.
• Four years of experience preparing technical or professional written materials such as policy documents, reports, analyses, or program guidance.
• Four years of experience managing or coordinating complex assignments or projects with multiple stakeholders and deadlines.

LICENSURE, CERTIFICATION, OR REGISTRATION REQUIREMENTS

N/A

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BACKGROUND SCREENING

It is the policy of the Florida Agency for Health Care Administration that any applicant being considered for employment must successfully complete a State and National criminal history check as a condition of employment before beginning employment, and, if applicable, also be screened in accordance with the requirements of Chapter 435, F.S., and Chapter 408, F.S. No applicant may begin employment until the background screening results are received, reviewed for any disqualifying offenses, and approved by the Agency. Background screening shall include, but not be limited to, fingerprinting for State and Federal criminal records checks through the Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) and Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and may include local criminal history checks through local law enforcement agencies.

Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center View phone number on click.appcast.io). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.

The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.

VETERANS' PREFERENCE. Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans' Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply. Certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements. Candidates claiming Veterans' Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code. Veterans' Preference documentation requirements are available by clicking here. All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.


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