APAC Program Strategist

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What is the All Payer All Claims (APAC) Program?

The APAC Program is one of the largest and most complex data systems within OHA and one of the most comprehensive All Payer Claims Datasets (APCDs) in the country, incorporating health care data from over 90 percent of people in Oregon. The APAC team collects, manages, and analyzes health care claims from commercial insurance, Medicare, and Medicaid plans to inform policy and community decision-making. The APAC team is continuously improving data collection, quality, sharing, and analysis and the APAC Program Strategist will play a leading role in these efforts.

APAC Program Strategist OPA4

The primary responsibility of the All Payer All Claims (APAC) Program Strategist is to lead the development and ongoing administration of the APAC program. This includes managing vendor contracts, coordinating with data submitters, leading data validation, supporting data requests, leading legislative analysis, and implementing new laws related to APAC. The APAC Program Strategist establishes and enforces data governance principles and drives improvements to enhance the accuracy, timeliness, and value of APAC data while maintaining strict privacy and confidentiality standards.

This position is the lead role in a team of research and policy analysts and collaborates with partners across OHA divisions and other state agencies, including Oregon Department of Human Services (ODHS), Oregon Department of Justice (ODOJ), and Oregon Department of Consumer and Business Services (DCBS), as well as with the APAC data vendor and related health programs.

This position falls under the Operations and Policy Analyst (OPA) 4 classification. The AA Rate Pay Range for this position is $7,353.00 -$10,827.00 USD Monthly. The information in your application will be used to complete an Equal Pay Analysis to determine salary placement upon hire. Visit the Department of Administrative Services Equal Pay Analysis Webpage for more information. 

For a full review of the position description, which describes the job duties of this position please Click here to view the Position Description   

If this opportunity aligns with your strengths, background, and commitment to fostering inclusivity, we encourage you to apply! At the Oregon Health Authority (OHA), we value diversity and encourage applicants from all backgrounds and experiences to help us build a stronger, more equitable future for all.

What We Are Looking For

Minimum Qualifications: These qualifications must be visible in your application for consideration.
A Bachelor's Degree in Business or Public Administration, Behavioral or Social Sciences, Finance, Political Science or any degree demonstrating the capacity for the knowledge and skills; and five years professional-level evaluative, analytical and planning work.

OR;

Any combination of experience and education equivalent to eight years of experience that typically supports the knowledge and skills for the classification.

An MPH, MBA, or Ph.D. in a related area may substitute for two years of experience.

Desired Attributes: The following are skills and lived experiences that we have identified as key to success in this role at OHA. These are the attributes we are looking for in our top candidate. If you possess any of these, please let us know in your application and explicitly describe in your cover letter.

• Relevant graduate education and/or extensive experience in health services research, health policy, health care data, and health insurance programs (commercial, Medicare, and Medicaid).
• Technical knowledge and experience leading complex health care data collection, processing, management, and applications, including health care claims data and all-payer claims databases.
• Proven ability to monitor, implement, and ensure compliance with statutes, administrative rules, and policy requirements.
• Experience managing vendor contracts, including procurement, scope development, vendor accountability for deliverables, and payment tracking.
• Experience with the legislative process, including analyzing bills, preparing testimony, implementing bills and writing policy briefs for organizational leaders.
• Experience analyzing complex data from multiple sources to inform health policy, program design, and operational decisions; ability to convey complex policy information clearly to diverse audiences.
• Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships and build consensus among diverse partners and stakeholders.
• Demonstrated project management expertise leading large, complex initiatives with multiple stakeholders, priorities, and deliverables. 

Application Guidance

How to Apply: Submission Requirements - At the time of application, ensure the work history in your applicant profile is up to date and attach a current copy of your resume, cover letter, and answer all supplemental questions.

• External Candidates: Visit the State of Oregon job opportunities webpage to submit your application. Be sure to follow all application submission requirements.
• Internal Candidates: Current State of Oregon employees must apply through their employee Workday login. Be sure to follow all application submission requirements.
• Applicants who fail to upload resume and cover letter will not be considered. Your cover letter should describe how you meet the desired attributes for this position and should be a maximum of two pages. 

After You Apply:

• Before the job announcement closes, log in to your Workday account to check for pending tasks under “My Applications” and complete them.
• Remember to check your email (including your junk folder) and Workday inbox for updates on your application.
• We value our veterans! To ensure the security of your information, kindly follow the instructions for how to submit your Veteran documents for preference found here. Please do not attach your Veterans’ preference documentation in the Resume/CV field of your application.

Reminders:

• Your candidate profile and application materials are great opportunities to showcase your interest in the position and highlight your skills and experience. Submissions will be screened for consistency and communication skills, including attention to detail, spelling, and grammar. For more tips and guidance, check out What you need to know to get the job!
• Please check SECTION 4. WORKING CONDITIONS, of the position description linked above to review more details regarding the details surrounding the working conditions. Please download and save a copy of this job announcement and linked position description, as it is not available after the application deadline. For questions about the announcement, or if you require an alternate format to apply, please contact the Senior Recruiter, Tracy Blach at: Tracy.Blach@oha.oregon.gov | 503-509-5513.

Benefits of Joining Our Team

We offer a workplace that balances productivity with enjoyment; promote an atmosphere of mutual respect, dedication, and enthusiasm. You will collaborate with and learn from a team of bright individuals. If you're driven by the passion to do something meaningful that changes lives, the Oregon Health Authority is the place for you. We also offer a competitive benefits package including:

• Excellent medical, vision, and dental benefits package for the employee and qualified family members with a very low monthly out-of-pocket cost.
• Optional life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, deferred compensation savings program, and flexible spending accounts for health care and childcare expenses.
• Employee benefits include 11 paid holidays, 3 personal business days, 8 hours of monthly sick leave, and vacation accrual starting at 8 hours per month.
• Possible eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
• Membership in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)/Oregon Public Service Retirement Plan (OPSRP).

• Training opportunities that will help grow your career with the State of Oregon.

Additional Details

• The information in your application will be used to complete an Equal Pay Analysis to determine salary placement upon hire. Visit the Department of Administrative Services Equal Pay Analysis Webpage for more information.
• The salary listed is the non-PERS qualifying salary range. If the successful candidate is PERS qualifying, the salary range will reflect the additional 6.95%. Review the Classification and Compensation page for more details on the classification.
• OHA does not offer visa sponsorships. Within three days of hire, applicants will be required to complete I-9 documentation and confirm authorization to work in the United States. OHA will use E-Verify to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States. If your employment authorization and documentation is contingent on sponsorship now or in the future, you will not meet agency employment eligibility standards.

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The Oregon Health Authority is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer, committed to fair employment practices and pay equity for all employees. We do not discriminate based on any protected class including race, sex, veteran status, disability, age, color, religion, national origin, marital status, or sexual orientation and we do not screen applicants based on current or past compensation. Salary is determined through a fair review of your education, experience, and training as it relates to the position.

OHA is an anti-racist organization working to eliminate health inequities and dismantle structural barriers that impact underserved communities. Join us in advancing our Strategic Plan and building a more equitable Oregon.

Application Deadline: 11/11/2025

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