Resp & Qualifications

PURPOSE: 
The Senior Public Policy Analyst monitors, evaluates, and provides recommendations on strategy and communications regarding federal and state public policy issues in support of the company's business objectives and requirements. The Analyst has key responsibility for supporting policy development on key issues, ensuring the division is positioned to communicate the specific impacts of federal and state policies to the rest of the organization, as well as identifying areas needed for influence external to the organization. The incumbent will have primary responsibility for issues related to Medicare/Medicare Advantage, prescription drugs, utilization management, and behavioral health.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
The incumbents essential functions may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Serving as an internal resource to Public Policy, Government Affairs, Government Programs, Mandates and all other areas of CareFirst on policy and regulation as assigned.

• Providing internal education and policy briefings on government action and policy trends to assist in business decisions across the company.

• Conducting legislative, regulatory, and policy research and analysis. 

• Developing external communications and written materials to communicate CareFirsts policy perspective (e.g., talkers, fact sheets, public comments, blog post). 

• Providing guidance on external messaging to government and stakeholders on CareFirst initiatives.

• Supporting internal policy development on key issues to position CareFirst as a thought leader.

• Serving as policy subject matter expert in support of implementation of key legislative and regulatory mandates as assigned.

• Monitoring and participating in legislative, regulatory, and stakeholder bodies and workgroups. 

• Participating in external work groups created by AHIP, the Blue Cross and Blue Shield Association (BCBSA), the Association for Behavioral Health and Wellness (ABHW), and others as needed.

• In support and at the direction of the Public Policy and Government Affairs team developing research for use in drafting position papers, written and verbal testimony for presentation before legislative and regulatory bodies, correspondence, and other responses for public policy and governmental affairs purposes; and conducting specific research leading to the development of corporate positions.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:
Position does not have direct reports but is expected to assist in guiding and mentoring less experienced staff. May lead a team of matrixed resources.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education Level: Bachelor's Degree in Political Science, Health Policy, Public Policy, Finance or related field  OR in lieu of a Bachelor's degree, an additional 4 years of relevant work experience is required in addition to the required work experience.


Experience: 5 years experience in health care policy environment focused on policy and communication.

Preferred Qualifications: Master's Degree in Public Health, Health Policy, Health Administration, or Related Field 

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs)

• Knowledge of state legislative and regulatory processes, public policy analysis
• In-depth understanding of healthcare payor industry and operational processes and impacts of regulatory guidance
• Understanding of insurance products and regulatory environment
• Proven analytical and problem-solving skills to evaluate business processes and recommend effective solutions
• Experience in project management, business process analysis, work flow, and task analysis
• Analytical skills and understanding of where to find information germane to mandates
• Written and oral communications skills
• Ability to work with all levels within the organization and to build highly cooperative and productive relationships
• Ability to coordinate multiple public policy activities within a dynamic environment
• Ability to communicate to diverse audiences through a variety of methods
• Ability to work with senior management and with their full confidence
• Ability to present complex ideas to create a clear picture of impacts to the organization
• Ability to act on behalf of management in a manner that is consistent with divisional vision
• Ability to act in consultative manner to project teams charged with operationalizing mandates
• PC skills, including Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word

Salary Range: $73,224 - $145,431

Travel Requirements
Estimate Amount: 10% Occasional travel between Baltimore and DC offices

Salary Range Disclaimer

The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the work is being performed. This compensation range is specific and considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilites of the position, the candidate's work experience, education/training, internal peer equity, and market and business consideration. It is not typical for an individual to be hired at the top of the range, as compensation decisions depend on each case's facts and circumstances, including but not limited to experience, internal equity, and location. In addition to your compensation, CareFirst offers a comprehensive benefits package, various incentive programs/plans, and 401k contribution programs/plans (all benefits/incentives are subject to eligibility requirements).

Department

Public Policy & Federal Affair

Equal Employment Opportunity

CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield is an Equal Opportunity (EEO) employer.  It is the policy of the Company to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

Where To Apply

Please visit our website to apply: www.carefirst.com/careers

Federal Disc/Physical Demand

Note:  The incumbent is required to immediately disclose any debarment, exclusion, or other event that makes him/her ineligible to perform work directly or indirectly on Federal health care programs.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The associate is primarily seated while performing the duties of the position.  Occasional walking or standing is required.  The hands are regularly used to write, type, key and handle or feel small controls and objects.  The associate must frequently talk and hear.  Weights up to 25 pounds are occasionally lifted.

Sponsorship in US

Must be eligible to work in the U.S. without Sponsorship.

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