Overview
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Job Details
The Division of Health Benefits is seeking an Advanced Planning Writer to create Advanced Planning Documents in support of the NC Medicaid, Medicaid Enterprise System (MES) Program.
The Division of Health Benefits, NC Medicaid, AP Office is seeking an APD Writer with experience in developing Advanced Planning Documents (APDs) and maintaining documentation relating State and/or Federal reporting, policies/procedures, and/or IT system requirements to join its APD Team.
The selected person will:
Develop and maintain Advanced Planning Documents, and Technology-related documentation for federal financial proposals (similar to grants) and planning documents within required timelines.
Work closely with agency management, project teams, and subject matter experts to gain an understanding of project and related requirements to develop appropriate document content.
Facilitate and coordinate document review meetings for submission to state and federal sponsors.
Organize material and complete writing assignments according to agency standards regarding order, clarity, conciseness, style, and terminology.
Perform technical and detailed writing, editing, and proofreading of required supporting documentation.
Utilize a combination of computer and critical thinking skills.
Exercise professional confidentiality and discretion.
The Advanced Planning Writer develops Advanced Planning Documents, and other documentation required for the planning, implementation, and operations activities in support of NC Medicaid. This role leads the APD kickoff, review, and closeout meetings, drafts CMS submittal letter sand ties together all associated areas including business engagement, stakeholder management, project management, and technical liaising. Additionally, the APW collaborates with internal and external stakeholders, project teams, technical teams, vendors, contract and budget offices, and other key stakeholders to develop APDs to support the NC Medicaid, Medicaid Enterprise System (MES) Program.
Required/Desired Skills
| Skill | Required /Desired | Amount | of Experience |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ability to develop and maintain Advanced Planning Documents. | Required | 5 | Years |
| Expert working knowledge in Medicaid Eligibility, NC FAST and/or HHS. | Required | 5 | Years |
| Expert experience executing against multiple priorities/projects. | Required | 5 | Years |
| Proficient use of project collaboration and tracking tools (Microsoft Project Suite, MS Teams, Zoom, etc.) | Required | 5 | Years |
| Ability to interpret Medicaid policies to ensure compliance with CMS regulations. | Required | 5 | Years |
| Expert level communication skills, both verbal and written. | Required | 5 | Years |
| Demonstrated project management, training and facilitating experience. | Required | 5 | Years |
| Demonstrated stakeholder engagement and collaboration experience. | Required | 5 | Years |
| Ability to create and deliver PowerPoint presentations, and standard operating procedures (SOPs). | Required | 5 | Years |
| Prior RFP, RFI, grant or contract experience. | Highly desired | 5 | Years |
| Significant writing, proofreading, and editing skills. | Required | 5 | Years |