Job Description
Join the prestigious U.S. Department of Health and Human Services in Raleigh, NC, where your expertise directly shapes national health policy. This exceptional federal role offers unparalleled benefits including comprehensive health insurance, generous retirement plans (up to 5% matching), paid parental leave, flexible work schedules, and tuition assistance. As a Health Policy Specialist, you'll influence healthcare systems while enjoying stability and purpose in your career.
Our Raleigh hub fosters innovation through collaborative projects with state agencies, research institutions, and community partners. You'll work in a modern, LEED-certified facility with telework options and professional development opportunities through federal training programs. This is more than a job—it's a chance to build a legacy of public service with elite benefits unmatched in the private sector.
Responsibilities
- Develop evidence-based health policy recommendations for federal/state healthcare initiatives
- Analyze healthcare data trends and prepare comprehensive policy briefings for congressional committees
- Coordinate interagency health emergency response protocols across North Carolina
- Lead stakeholder engagement sessions with healthcare providers, community organizations, and industry partners
- Monitor implementation of Affordable Care Act provisions and Medicare/Medicaid programs
- Conduct cost-benefit analyses for proposed healthcare regulatory changes
- Mentor junior staff through federal internship programs and rotational assignments
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Public Health, Health Policy, Healthcare Administration, or related field (PhD preferred)
- Minimum 5 years of experience in federal/state healthcare policy development
- Expertise in healthcare data analysis using SAS, R, or SPSS
- Knowledge of CMS regulations, HIPAA compliance, and ACA implementation
- Superior written/verbal communication skills with policy writing experience
- Active Secret security clearance or ability to obtain one
- U.S. citizenship required for federal employment