Benefits Policy Section Managers - Two Positions

Introduction

The Department of Health Services (DHS), Division of Medicaid Services (DMS) is recruiting to fill the Global Medicaid Policy Section Manager and the Transforming Maternal Health Policy Section Manager, within the Bureau of Benefits Policy (BBP).

These positions have the ability to work remotely up to 5 days per week but may be required to report to an office location on occasion to complete certain tasks. These positions can be headquartered at one of our central or regional offices. These schedules may vary based on training or operational need.

As an employee of the State of Wisconsin, you'll also have access to an amazing benefits package, including:

• 3.5 weeks of vacation, 9 paid holidays and ample sick time; limitations may apply for leave time usage in the first six months.
• Top rated health plan options starting at $47/month for single plans and $117/month for family plans, after 2 months of state service.
• Exceptional pension plan with a 7.25% employer match in 2027 with lifetime retirement payment. Plus, a tax advantaged supplemental retirement savings plan which allows you to save money directly from your paycheck for retirement. Use this Total Rewards Calculator to see the total value of our competitive benefits package!
• Several flex spending accounts: medical, dependent care, commuter, parking and High Deductible Health Savings.
• Well Wisconsin Wellness Program.
• A free and confidential employee assistance program that offers employees and their immediate family dependents a variety of tools, resources, and professional consultation services to support their health, goals, and overall well-being.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program employer.

Position Summary

Global Medicaid Policy Section Manager

You will be responsible for leading and directing a team of professionals in developing and coordinating managed care and global benefit policy. This includes communicating and advocating a vision for the team and articulating the vision into a strategy to the section, bureau, other bureaus, work groups, administrator’s office and benefits partners.

Transforming Maternal Health Policy Section Manager

You will be responsible for leading and directing a team of professionals in developing and coordinating maternal health benefit policy and the Transforming Maternal Health (TMaH) grant. This includes communicating and advocating a vision for the team and articulating the vision into a strategy to the section, bureau, other bureaus, work groups, administrator’s office and benefits partners.

Additionally, these positions will:

• oversee a team responsible for policy development, grant work and oversight for acute care maternal health benefits covered under the Wisconsin Medicaid fee-for-service program, state plan, and managed care BadgerCare Plus program.
• coordinate with Section and other Division staff to develop and review coverage policy, including the fiscal unit to review reimbursement and cost containment strategies; the systems unit to operationalize coverage policies and reimbursement methodologies; clinical consultants to evaluate coverage proposals; and the publications unit to review communications to providers and members.
• work closely with the Division’s fiscal agent.
• promote effective and efficient partnerships with provider organizations, consumer and advocacy groups, legislators, and other partners to present and review existing and proposed coverage policies.
• analyze information and prepare written reports for use by the Bureau, Division and Department, CMS, the legislature, consumers, family-members, advocates and the general public.

Salary Information

The starting pay is between $48.00 and $52.45 per hour (approximately between $99,800 and $109,100 per year), depending on qualifications, plus excellent benefits. A 24-month Career Executive trial period is required.

Pay for current or former state employees will be set based on the rules that apply to compensation for the applicable transaction. These positions are classified as Health Care Program Managers and are in pay schedule and range 81/02.

Job Details

• All applicants who may be appointed will be required to allow DHS to conduct a background check to determine whether the circumstances of any conviction may be related to the job being filled.
• For positions that allow remote working flexibility, working outside of Wisconsin or in bordering cities will not be allowed except in extremely limited circumstances due to the need to report to an office location in Wisconsin on short notice.
• Employees must have access to secure high-speed internet for remote work option. Mileage reimbursement to the employee’s headquarter location is not provided. Remote work flexibility will be discussed in more detail during the interview process.
• DHS does not sponsor work visas for this position, thus, in compliance with federal law, selected candidates will be required to verify eligibility to work in the United States by completing the required I-9 form upon hire. DHS is not an E-Verify employer nor a STEM-OPT eligible employer.

Qualifications

Minimally qualified applicants will have all of the following:

• Experience with policy development and implementation.
• Experience working in policy, quality oversight, program integrity, or care management within a Medicaid program.
• Experience leading projects including planning the work, executing the plan, directing peers, and providing feedback.
• Experience interpreting and applying federal and state laws and regulations.

Well-qualified applicants will also have one or more of the following:

• Experience developing and implementing managed care or maternal health policy or programs.
• Experience developing contract language or implementing federal grant requirements.
• Experience in a formal supervisory or leadership role, including duties related to recruitment, performance management, workload delegation, and the professional development of technical or professional staff.
• Experience with Wisconsin Medicaid (e.g. FFS, managed care, CLTS, Family Care, IRIS, etc.) working in policy, quality oversight, program integrity, or care management.

Your letter of qualifications is limited to two (2) pages. For a guide on developing your resume and letter of qualifications and what should be included in these materials, click here.

How To Apply

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Helpful Information:

• Once your application is submitted, no changes are allowed. Click “Save” to allow changes to your application as needed before submitting by the deadline.
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• Submitted materials will be evaluated by a panel of job experts according to the qualifications above.
• Please monitor your email for communications related to this position.
• Current or former permanent, classified, state employees must complete the online application process to be considered.
• If viewing through an external site, please apply directly at Wisc.Jobs.
• For technical assistance and general information, please see Frequently Asked Questions. For questions about the position, to request a copy of the full position description, or for other employment inquiries, please contact Jacque Strook in Human Resources at [email protected].

DHS is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. Veterans are encouraged to apply. For complete information on veterans’ hiring programs with the WI Department of Veteran’s affairs, click here.

Deadline to Apply

The deadline to apply is October 5, 2026, by 11:59 pm.

Applicants are strongly encouraged to allow ample time to finalize their applications keeping in mind that technical assistance is only available Monday through Friday 7:45 am – 4:30 pm. Late or incomplete applications will not be accepted.