Support the maturation and standardization of PgMO and project management processes across American Samoa’s Medicaid Enterprise Systems.
Lead and contribute to the development of key MES deliverables and artifacts, including:
MES IT road-maps/strategic plans
MES governance frameworks
Program and project metrics and reporting tools
Communicate project status, risks, and recommendations clearly and effectively to client leadership, BerryDunn team members, and other stakeholders, including facilitating and leading client meetings.
Provide oversight, facilitation, tracking, and management of select MES module implementations, with a primary focus on Eligibility and Enrollment and related system dependencies.
Serve as a subject matter expert in member eligibility and enrollment, advising on the impacts of:
Federal Medicaid regulations
State Plan Amendments (SPAs)
Territorial policies and waivers
Operational changes and process improvement strategies on proposed or upcoming system changes.
Provide systems and implementation expertise, including a strong understanding of the Medicaid vendor marketplace and systems procurement and implementation life-cycles.
Deliver subject matter expertise in system integration, with a focus on interfacing with federal data hubs and supporting interoperability across key Medicaid Enterprise Systems, including MMIS and connections to related human services programs (e.g., SNAP, TANF, where applicable).
Collaborate closely with client staff, BerryDunn colleagues, and vendor partners to ensure alignment, clear communication, and shared project goals.
Lead and project manage Medicaid systems initiatives, including developing high-quality client deliverables such as:
Complex analysis and strategy reports
Ongoing status and executive reports
Data, technical, and systems strategy plans
Client-facing presentations and briefings

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required (four years of applicable experience may be substituted in lieu of a degree).
Minimum of 6 years of experience supporting systems implementation projects in a PgMO or project management capacity.
Minimum of 4 years of experience supporting a State or Territorial Medicaid Enterprise System (MES) in a PgMO or project management role.
Project Management certification (PMP or CAPM) preferred.
Experience working within a Program and/or Project Management Office supporting a Medicaid agency.
Demonstrated ability to design and implement program and project management governance structures.
Strong knowledge of and experience with:
Medicaid Management Information Systems (MMIS)
Eligibility and Enrollment systems
Other applicable HHS or Medicaid-related solutions
Proven ability to adapt to shifting priorities and evolving client needs in a fast-paced environment.
A collaborative, team-oriented approach and the ability to work effectively with cross-functional stakeholders and vendor partners.
Strong active listening skills, with the ability to understand client and team needs, respond with empathy, and incorporate feedback constructively.
Ability to manage multiple concurrent workstreams, often with limited notice, while maintaining high-quality standards and meeting critical deadlines.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft desktop applications and document repositories such as MS SharePoint.

Benefits

Eligible employees have access to benefits that go beyond what’s expected to support their physical, mental, career, social, and financial well-being.

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools

project managementsystems implementationprogram managementdata analysissystem integrationgovernance frameworksmetrics and reportingprocess improvementMedicaid Management Information Systems (MMIS)Eligibility and Enrollment systems

Soft Skills

communicationcollaborationactive listeningadaptabilityteam-orientedstakeholder managementproblem-solvingempathytime managementleadership

Certifications

Project Management Professional (PMP)Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM)