Salary: $7,805.20 Monthly
Location : Cheyenne, WY
Job Type: Permanent Full-time
Job Number:
Department: Department Of Health
Division: Cheyenne and County Offices
Opening Date: 09/15/2026
Closing Date: Continuous
FLSA: Exempt
Job Classification: BEBP12

Description and Functions
Open Until Filled
GENERAL DESCRIPTION:
This position directs and manages Medicaid Eligibility for the Long-Term Care Unit and Aged, Blind, or Disabled programs to ensure program compliance with State and Federal statutes and regulations. The Eligibility Manager plans, develops, implements, and evaluates major program initiatives to enroll and/or retain clients annually in these programs; manages technical assistance projects related to eligibility functions; participates in access initiatives; monitors the budget for eligibility services; and undertakes special studies and projects. Monitors work for quality and accuracy.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function that may be performed in the job level.

• Plans, develops, implements, and evaluates major program initiatives for the Long Term Care Unit and the Aged, Blind or Disabled programs.
• Directs and manages Medicaid Eligibility for Long Term Care Unit and Aged, Blind or Disabled programs.
• Manages technical assistance projects related to eligibility functions.
• Participates in access initiatives.
• Special studies and projects related to eligibility for the Long Term Care Unit and the Aged, Blind or Disabled programs.

Qualifications
PREFERENCES:
Degree in Human Services, Health Administration, Psychology, Social Services, or other related field. The most appropriate level of experience for this position is 6 to 8 years plus the education listed above.
KNOWLEDGE:

• Knowledge of State and Federal Government functions, procedures, concepts, principles, and practices of professional healthcare administration; policies and procedures established for the work system; Medicaid programs, law, and regulatory structure.
• The ability to comprehend Federal regulations, state statutes, program rules, and policy. Able to interpret and integrate the foregoing into legislation, statutes, and policy.
• Knowledge of the Medicaid Management Information System and the Eligibility System and the application to Medicaid programs. Ability to examine data and reports for completeness, accuracy, and conformance with regulations.
• Oral and written communication skills to communicate with a broad range of audiences, including clients, administrators, legislators, contractors, and staff.
• Ability to communicate Medicaid program information and policy to public and private entities.
• Ability to draft Requests for Proposals and evaluate the same. Ability to contract for services via State and Federal Protocols.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education:

Bachelor's Degree (typically in Management)

Experience:

2-4 years of progressive work experience (typically in Benefits and Eligibility) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Benefits and Eligibility Manager I

OR

Education & Experience Substitution:

5-7 years of progressive work experience (typically in Benefits and Eligibility) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Benefits and Eligibility Manager I
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

None
Necessary Special Requirements
PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

• The employee may sit comfortably to perform the work; however, there may be some walking, standing, bending, carrying light items, driving an automobile, etc.

NOTES:

• FLSA: Exempt
• The Wyoming Department of Health is an employer.

Supplemental Information
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URL:

Human Resource Contact: [email protected]

Employees enjoy:

• Comprehensive health coverage - medical, dental, and vision plans for you and your family
• Voluntary Benefits - including life insurance for you and family members, ambulance, pet insurance, short/long-term disability, flex spending and health savings accounts
• Multiple retirement options - including the Wyoming Retirement System and a 457B account, helping you plan for long-term financial security
• Generous paid leave and flexible schedules - vacation, sick leave, paid FMLA and 9 paid holidays each year
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility - for those with qualifying student loans
• Training and professional development - to support your career growth and advancement
• Employee Assistance Program - Includes paid short-term counseling, legal, financial and work-life benefits and select employee discounts
• Wellness Program - Earn paid time off and incentives by focusing on your personal health

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01

(AA) Which of the following best describes your highest completed level of education to date or within the next three (3) months? (Transcripts may be required.)

• High School Diploma/GED/or Equivalent
• Some college Coursework, No Degree Received
• Associate's Degree
• Associate's Degree and additional coursework
• Bachelor's Degree
• Bachelor's Degree and additional coursework
• Master's Degree
• Master's Degree and additional coursework
• Doctorate Degree
• Doctorate Degree and additional coursework
• None of the Above

02

(AA) Which of the following Quarter/Semester credit hours best describes your completed college education to date or within the next three (3) months? (Transcripts may be required.)

• 45+ Quarter hours/30+ Semester hours
• 90+ Quarter hours/60+ Semester hours
• 136+ Quarter hours/91+ Semester hours
• 180+ Quarter hours/120+ Semester hours
• 225+ Quarter hours/150+Semester hours
• N/A

03

(BEBP12) How many years of relevant work experience or transferable skills do you have related to the job description?

• No relevant experience.
• Less than one (1) year of relevant experience.
• One (1) to less than two (2) years of relevant experience.
• Two (2) to less than four (4) years of relevant experience.
• Four (4) to less than five (5) years of relevant experience
• Five (5) or more years of relevant experience.

04

(AA) Describe your relevant experience below.
05

Do you have a Degree in Human Services, Health Administration, Psychology, Social Services, or other related field?

• Yes
• No

06

Do you have 6 to 8 years of experience?

• Yes
• No

07

(A1) Where did you hear about this opportunity?

• Government Jobs @www.governmentjobs.com/careers/wyoming
• Indeed
• LinkedIn
• Zip Recruiter
• Wyoming Workforce Center
• Other job sites (Wyoming at Work, Monster, etc.)
• Social Media (Facebook, Twitter, etc.)
• Newspaper/Newsletter Advertisement
• Career Fair
• Human Resources Division
• Friend or Acquaintance (Not State Employee)
• Current State Employee
• Other

08

(A1) If you selected "Current State Employee" please provide the employee's first and last name, and include the department they work for, if known. Please limit this response to only one employee. This employee may be eligible for a Referral Bonus.
09

(A1) If you selected Other, please tell us where you heard about this opportunity.
10

(AA) VETERANS' PREFERENCE DISCLOSURE:** Per Wyoming Statute, current employees of the State of Wyoming are not eligible for Veterans' Preference. If you are not a current employee of the State of Wyoming, to be eligible to receive Veterans' Preference you **MUST** have been a resident of the State of Wyoming for a period of one (1) year or more at any time prior to submitting this application.*** I have read and understand the Veterans' Preference Disclosure and understand that, if claiming Veterans' Preference, I must attach the appropriate supporting documentation to each application I submit in order to receive Veterans' Preference.

• Yes, I have read and understand the Veterans' Preference Disclosure.
• No, I am not claiming Veterans' Preference

11

(AA) VETERANS' PREFERENCE: If you are a war veteran as defined in section 101, Title 38, United States Code or are the surviving spouse of a war veteran who receives survivor benefits from the federal government based on the veteran's military service, and wish to claim veterans' preference, please attach the appropriate documentation substantiating your claim. Indicate below your appropriate veterans' preference status. By requesting veterans' preference, you are certifying that you meet the statutory requirements as described in the above disclosure.

• Current State Employee
• Veteran - DD214 Attached
• Disabled Veteran (10% or more) - DD214 and Veteran's Disability Determination Attached
• Surviving Spouse of a Deceased Veteran - DD214 and proof of Survivor Benefit Attached
• None of the above

12

(A2) Please be advised that an incomplete application WILL NOT be considered for employment. An attached resume' is not required and is not an acceptable substitution for a completed application. Some State of Wyoming agencies use E-Verify, an Internet-based system, to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States. Learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities at https://www.uscis.gov/e-verify.I have read and understand the above statement.

• Yes
• No

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