The Center for Evidence-based Policys mission is to address policy challenges with evidence and collaboration, and it excels in partnerships that develop policy solutions and improve health. The Center primarily works with state governments focused on broad health policy and decision-making. The Center actively seeks partners who share its commitment to evidence, integrity, innovation, tangible results, and products that are independent, high-quality and effective in meeting the needs of decision makers. The Center is diverse in people and ideas and actively recruits and retains the highest quality personnel who are committed and passionate about achieving its mission. The Center promotes leadership that inspires innovation, motivates people to perform at their highest levels, and makes the Center a great place to work.

The Policy Analyst conducts senior-level policy research including: complex analyses of federal and state laws and policies, private and public payer policies and coverage criteria, case studies, structured interviews, and data analysis. The Policy Analyst distills and synthesizes this information into policy reports and implementation tools and presents findings from research to clients through presentations at conferences, on webinars and/or through conference calls. The Policy Analyst also provides technical assistance to local, state and national organizations, delivers presentations and assists in developing new business. Technical assistance may include planning and facilitating group processes (including strategic planning), coaching clients on implementing research-based practices and organizational and system change, assisting with performance measurement and quality improvement and delivering presentations. As with all Center staff, the Policy Analyst maintains excellent relationships with all clients and participates in new business development.

• Masters Degree or equivalent experience
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in applied research and/or policy analysis
• 2 years managing complex or high profile programs or projects
• Strong skills in research, analysis, writing and presentation
• Strong research skills, including research and analysis of state and federal laws, policies, healthcare guidelines, medical and coverage decisions and evidence reports
• Clear and effective writing and presentation style, including ability to express ideas, thoughts and concepts clearly and concisely in a non-academic, public-sector setting
• Demonstrated ability to translate complex information into digestible and actionable report products.
• Non-partisan perspective and approach
• Ability to think strategically and creatively, adjusting to changing circumstances, organize time, remain attentive to details and identify resources for projects
• Ability to deliver presentations in front of large and diverse audiences
• Demonstrated time and project-management skills, including an ability to meet multiple deadlines by maintaining a high level of organization
• Proficiency in MS Office applications (Word, PowerPoint, Excel)

• Relevant work experience in a Medicaid administration, health policy, or public sector setting
• Experience and understanding of managed care, Medicaid, and health reform efforts including the ACA
• Experience conducting claims analysis, cost-benefit-analysist, program evaluation, or economic analyses
• Experience managing programs including contracting, creating and managing budgets, customer relations and supervising staff
• Experience designing, implementing, or evaluating alternative payment models in healthcare
• High level quantitative data analysis skills and experience
• Experience being accountable to external customers, public officials, and diverse stakeholders
• Experience working with a diverse array of clients, including policy makers, practitioners and agency leaders
• Background in medical coding practices and national quality measures
• Proficiency in citation management software (e.g. EndNote)

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