MFP Program Support Specialist
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MFP Program Support Specialist
Salary
$71,544.00 - $93,012.00 Annually
Location
Denver Metro, CO
Job Type
Full Time
Job Number
UHA05645-08-2025
Department
Department of Health Care Policy and Financing
Division
Community Living Office
Opening Date
08/26/2025
Closing Date
9/4/2025 11:59 PM Mountain
FLSA
Determined by Position
Type of Announcement
This position is open only to Colorado state residents.
Primary Physical Work Address
303 E 17th Ave Denver, CO 80203
FLSA Status
Exempt; position is not eligible for overtime compensation.
Department Contact Information
Sarah Roman, Talent Acquisition Specialist ~ sarah.roman@state.co.us
How To Apply
Please submit an online application for this position at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/colorado. Reach out to the Department Contact to apply using a paper application, including any supplemental questions. Failure to submit a complete and timely application may result in the rejection of your application. Applicants are responsible for ensuring that application materials are received by the appropriate Human Resources office before the closing date and time listed.
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Benefits
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Department Information
STATE OF COLORADO RESIDENCY REQUIRED AT TIME OF APPLICATION
NOTE: This announcement may be used to fill multiple openings.
Envision yourself working at HCPF (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5He6If7FyDY)
The State of Colorado strives to create a Colorado for All by building and maintaining workplaces that value and respect all Coloradans through a commitment to equal opportunity and hiring based on merit and fitness. The State is resolute in non-discriminatory practices in everything we do, including hiring, employment, and advancement opportunities.
The Department of Health Care Policy & Financing (HCPF) oversees and operates Health First Colorado (Colorado's Medicaid Program), Child Health Plan Plus (CHP+), and other state public health programs for qualified Coloradans. Our mission is to improve health care equity, access and outcomes for the people we serve while saving Coloradans money on health care and driving value for Colorado.
We are looking for aMFP Program Support Specialist to join ourOffice of Community Living team!
As part of the State of Colorado, HCPF offers a competitive benefits package: (https://dhr.colorado.gov/state-employees/state-of-colorado-employee-benefits)
PERA retirement benefits including PERA Defined Benefit Plan, PERA Defined Contribution Plan, plus 401K and 457 plans
Medical (https://dhr.colorado.gov/state-employees/state-employee-benefits/medical-benefits) , Dental (https://dhr.colorado.gov/state-employees/state-employee-benefits/dental-insurance) , and Vision (https://dhr.colorado.gov/state-employees/state-employee-benefits/vision-insurance) insurance coverage
Automatic Short-Term and Optional Long-Term Disability Coverage (https://dhr.colorado.gov/state-employees/state-employee-benefits/disability-insurance)
Life and AD&D Insurance
Flexible Spending Accounts (https://dhr.colorado.gov/state-employees/state-employee-benefits/flexible-spending-accounts) (FSAs)
Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA) (https://dhr.colorado.gov/state-employees/time-off-leave/family-medical-leave-act-fmla) job protection and State of Colorado Paid Family Medical Leave (PFML)
11 Paid Holidays Annually and Accrued Annual and Sick Leave (https://dhr.colorado.gov/state-employees/time-off-leave)
Accrued Sick Leave for State of Colorado Temporary Employees
Flexplace and Flextime work arrangements
Variety of discounts on services and products available through the State of Colorado's Work-Life Employment Discount Program
Free RTD EcoPass (https://www.rtd-denver.com/fares-passes/ecopass) to all eligible State Employees
Credit Union of Colorado (https://www.cuofco.org/credit-union-colorado-membership-eligibility) Membership Eligibility
Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For more information, go to https://www.colorado.gov/pacific/dhr/student-loan-forgiveness-programs . https://dhr.colorado.gov/dhr-resources/student-loan-forgiveness-programs
We are onboarding new employees using a hybrid approach. The Department supports flexible work arrangements. Depending on the business need and description of the position, we have options that range from hybrid to full-time in the office. Specific discussions about the schedule will be discussed during the offer stage.
Description of Job
What you'll be doing:
This position is the expert within the MFP Program, with responsibility for leading, developing, coordinating, and interpreting operational procedures, reporting protocols, and documentation standards that support compliance with federal CMS requirements.
Providing high-level administrative and programmatic support to the Money Follows the Person (MFP) Program within the Community Living Office.
Managing critical operational functions of the federally funded MFP grant, including compliance tracking, federal reporting, stakeholder coordination, and the implementation of new grant-funded services.
Playing a vital role in ensuring program activities are well-documented, timely, and aligned with CMS requirements.
Position is granted funded through September 30, 2027.
Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights
Residency Requirement:
This posting is only open to residents of the State of Colorado at the time of submitting your application.
Class Code & Classification Description:
H1B4XXADMINISTRATOR IV (https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B4enHpLSVk4eWkZaX3pITkthalE/view?usp=sharing&resourcekey=0-7JnyseeYiyxZjlARRHfAZg)
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
There are two ways to qualify for this position:
Option 1:
Experience Only:
Seven (7) years of related experience working with Medicaid, long-term services and supports (LTSS), or other health-related public programs, with specific experience with Program or policy implementation; Federal or state grant reporting, compliance tracking, or performance documentation.
Option 2:
Education and Experience:
A bachelors degree from an accredited institution public administration, public health, human services, healthcare policy, political science, or a closely related field and three (3) years of related experience working with Medicaid, long-term services and supports (LTSS), or other health-related public programs, with specific experience with Program or policy implementation; Federal or state grant reporting, compliance tracking, or performance documentation.
Appropriate education will substitute for the required experience on a year-for-year basis. Relevant education will be calculated as the following:
An associate will count as two years of experience
A bachelors will count as four years of experience
A masters degree will count for six years of experience
A doctorate or juris doctorate degree will count for seven years of experience
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Prior state experience related to the duties of this position
Prior governmental experience related to the duties of this position
Experience with the Money Follows the Person (MFP) program and/or other Medicaid-funded home and community-based services (HCBS).
Experience working with federal reporting requirements, and/or performance measures
Experience with policy development, implementation frameworks, and program evaluation strategies.
Highly Desired Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Strong project management and organizational skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and strict deadlines.
Writing and analytical skills, especially for synthesizing technical content and federal policy language into reports or guidance.
Proficiency in data tracking and reporting tools, such as Excel, Smartsheet, SharePoint, or similar systems.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
All positions at HCPF are security sensitive positions and require that the individuals undergo a criminal record background check as a condition of employment.
Employees who have been disciplinary terminated, resigned in lieu of disciplinary termination, or negotiated their termination from the State of Colorado must disclose this information on the application.
This is a term-limited position with funding through 09/30/2027. Successful candidates will sign a Waiver of Retention Rights and normal personnel rules regarding retention will not apply. Additionally information regarding term-limited positions can be found here.
Appeal Rights:
An applicant who has been removed from an employment list or removed from consideration during the selection process may request a review by the State Personnel Director.
As an applicant directly affected by the results of the selection or comparative analysis process, you may file a written appeal with the State Personnel Director.
Review of the completed, signed and submitted appeal will be timely on the basis of written material submitted by you, using the official appeal form signed by you or your representative. This form must be completed and delivered to the State Personnel Board by email at dpa_state.personnelboard@state.co.us within ten (10) calendar days from your receipt of notice or acknowledgement of the Department's action.
For further information on the Board Rules, you can refer to 4 Colorado Code of Regulations (CCR) 801-1, State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures, Chapter 8, Resolution of Appeals and Disputes, at spb.colorado.gov/board-rules .
The State of Colorado offers permanent employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, life and disability insurance, as well as a comprehensive leave program. Please click the following link for detailed information: www.colorado.gov/pacific/dhr/benefits
Please note that each agency's contact information is different; therefore, we encourage all applicants to view the full, official job announcement which includes contact information and class title. Select the job you wish to view, then click on the "Print" icon.
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All HCPF positions are security-sensitive positions and require potential employees to undergo a criminal record background check. As a condition of employment, you will be required to submit to pre-employment screening if offered the position. Are you willing to meet this requirement?
Yes
No
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Do you have any relatives or significant others working at the Department of Health Care Policy & Financing? If so, please list their names here. Otherwise, please list N/A
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Per the requirements of the Step Pay Program implemented on July 1, 2024, any State employee must be paid a rate that is equal to or greater than the appropriate step pay rate within their classification's pay range based on completed years in their current class series as of June 30. All current and former State employees must ensure that your entire work history within the State Classified System, including at Institutions of Higher Education, is indicated in your application so that your time-in-series can be calculated accurately. Please verify that this information is included in your application in the supplemental questions.
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Are you willing to accept an offer within the posted salary range?
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Do you understand that this is a term-limited position with funding through 09/30/2027?
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No
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Former state employees who were disciplinarily terminated or resigned in lieu of termination must disclose the information on the application. In the space below, please provide an explanation as to why the prior termination or resignation should NOT disqualify your application from the current position. Otherwise, please list N/A.
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Describe your experience working with federally or state-funded health or human services programs. Please include the @type of program and your specific role.
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This position is responsible for supporting federal reporting requirements. Do you have experience compiling, preparing, or reviewing state or federal reporting? If yes, briefly describe the @type of reports and your role.
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This position requires interpreting and applying federal or state policy guidance. Do you have experience reviewing complex policy or regulatory documents and applying them in your work? If yes, please provide a brief example.
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List any additional relevant experience you would like us to consider in determining if you meet the qualifications of this position. Please, include the months and years relevant to the experience you describe.
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