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Colorado Access

Senior Health Policy Analyst

Denver, CO · On-site

$86K - $107K/yr

The vision of Colorado Access is to have healthy communities transformed by the care that people ... Leads research, monitors, and analyzes various policy issues and concepts which are pertinent to ...

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A Health Policy Researcher studies and analyzes policies, regulations, and laws that impact healthcare systems, public health, and patient outcomes. They collect and interpret data, evaluate policy effectiveness, and provide recommendations to improve health services and access. Their work often informs government agencies, nonprofit organizations, and healthcare providers on best practices and emerging health issues. By translating research into actionable insights, they help shape decisions that affect public health on a local, national, or global scale.

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Senior Health Policy Analyst

Colorado Access

Denver, CO • On-site

$86K - $107K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 10 hours ago

Job description

The vision of Colorado Access is to have healthy communities transformed by the care that people want at a cost we can all afford. Our mission is to partner with communities and empower people through access to quality, affordable care.
Why should you consider a career with Colorado Access?
We are a Colorado-based company, working to improve the health of our state. We care for individuals, families, and children who receive health care under Child Health Plan Plus (CHP+) and Health First Colorado (Colorado's Medicaid Program). Our focus is driving improvements in quality, member experience, outcomes, and cost. We are a mission-driven organization whose foundation is built by our vision, supported by our values and pillared by diversity, equity and inclusion.
  1. Find work/life balance: We offer PTO, floating holidays, nine company paid holidays, a hybrid work environment, an Employee Assistance Program and a 401K.
  2. Be a part of something bigger and make an impact: We serve the underserved and most vulnerable populations in our community through access to quality and affordable health care. No matter what you do for Colorado Access, you are impacting our community and making a difference.
  3. Sharpen your skills, learn, and grow: We support your continued development through tuition reimbursement, leadership training, promotion opportunities, performance evaluations, employee recognition, and a language pay stipend.

What you will do:
We are looking for a SENIOR HEALTH POLICY ANALYST who can help shape our vision and support our mission. Here is what the position will look like.
  • Leads research, monitors, and analyzes various policy issues and concepts which are pertinent to Colorado Access (COA) including review of state and federal legislation, regulations, and budget items'; identifies organizational implications and recommends organizational strategies as part their analysis.
  • Develops and independently owns high-impact deliverables such as position papers, memos, talking points, and other materials that outline COA programs and policy positions,
  • Serves a subject matter expert on priority areas including the individual insurance market, Medicaid, and CHP+.
  • Leads development of the team's expertise in individual insurance market policy and serves as a strategic advisor on COA's work in this evolving area.
  • Establishes, in consultation with the Director, policy priorities and other contributions to overall external positioning.
  • Leads state and federal legislative and regulatory including recommended positions and coordination of COA comments and advocacy.
  • Partners with COA lobbying and policy consultants to advance advocacy priorities and policy analysis.
  • Translates policy development into strategic recommendations and works in collaboration with all levels of the organization to evaluate and reach consensus of policy goals and objectives.
  • Provides strategic counsel to internal teams and leadership; anticipates emerging issues and proactively proposes policy recommendations.
  • Represents COA in relevant policy coalitions and committees.
  • Prepares and staffs senior leadership for their participation in policy coalitions, committees and affiliated organizations.
  • Prioritizes an equity lens throughout legislative, regulatory, and budget analysis and tracking; and supports the expansion of the policy and government relations work beyond a traditional health care focus to include priorities related to housing, nutrition, and other social needs.

What you will bring:
Education: Master's degree in social science, public policy, economics or public health required; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Experience: Minimum of seven years' experience in health policy required. Experience working with Medicaid, CHP+, and individual health plan Marketplace policies and programs preferred. Work experience with a state or federal government, a foundation, a health carrier or policy research organization is highly desired.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Strong analytical, research and critical thinking skills. Position requires excellent written, verbal and presentation skills with ability to write clear and concise documents. Demonstrates support for the company's mission, vision and values. Excellent interpersonal, organizational and time management skills. May be required to manage multiple priorities and projects with tight deadlines. Proficient with Microsoft Office (Excel, Access, Word and PowerPoint).
Licenses/Certifications: A valid driver's license and proof of current auto insurance will be required for any position requiring driving.
Together we will be: an innovative and collaborative team who supports each other, the employees and vision of the company to reach our goals individually, together and as an organization.
Pay, Perks and Benefits at Colorado Access:
The compensation for this position is $86,000.00 - $107,400.00 annually. Colorado Access has provided a compensation range that represents its good faith estimate of what Colorado Access may pay for the position at the time of posting. Colorado Access may ultimately pay more or less than the posted compensation range. The salary offered to the selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal salary equity considerations, and available market information, but not based on a candidate's sex or any other protected status.
In addition to being part of a mission driven organization serving our community, as an eligible Colorado Access employee, you'll receive a generous benefits package, that includes:
  • Medical, dental, vision insurance that starts the first day of the month following start date.
  • Supplemental insurance such as critical illness and accidental injury.
  • Health care and dependent care flexible spending account options.
  • Employer-paid basic life insurance and AD&D (employee, spouse and dependent).
  • Short-term and long-term disability coverage.
  • Voluntary life insurance (employee, spouse, dependent).
  • Paid time off
  • Retirement plan
  • Tuition reimbursement (based on eligibility).
  • Annual bonus program (based on eligibility, requirements and performance).

Where you will work:
This position will be a hybrid model work environment, a blend of 'In-Office' and 'Remote.'
We are not able to support out of state employees at this time as we continue to serve our members and community in the metro Denver area and across the beautiful state of Colorado.
Colorado Access is committed to providing equal opportunities to all people regardless of race, color, national origin, age, sex, genetic information, religion, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status or any other status protected by applicable law. We strive to maintain a work environment that is free from unlawful harassment and discrimination.

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