Health Policy and Program Analyst CMS Fellows Appointment

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Health Policy and Program Analyst (CMS Fellows Appointment)

Department of Health and Human Services

Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services

All Offices and Centers through CMS

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Summary

This announcement serves as a repository of resumes for those interested in Health Insurance Specialist positions under the CMS Fellows Program located in the Department of Health & Human Services (HHS), Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). Please ensure you provide all documentation requested and answer all questions as to your preferences. Submission of your information to this file is voluntary and does not guarantee an interview, selection or employment.

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Summary

This announcement serves as a repository of resumes for those interested in Health Insurance Specialist positions under the CMS Fellows Program located in the Department of Health & Human Services (HHS), Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). Please ensure you provide all documentation requested and answer all questions as to your preferences. Submission of your information to this file is voluntary and does not guarantee an interview, selection or employment.

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Open & closing dates

01/23/2026 to 04/23/2026

Salary $76,463 - $164,301 per year

This is the base salary range for all locations. The total salary, including locality adjustment, will be based on the location and grade.

Pay scale & grade GS 12 - 15

Locations

many vacancies in the following locations

Denver, CO

Atlanta, GA

Boston, MA

Woodlawn, MD

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Kansas City, MO

Philadelphia, PA

Dallas, TX

Seattle, WA

Remote job No Telework eligible Yes-as determined by the agency policy. Travel Required Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position. Relocation expenses reimbursed No Appointment type Temporary - Up to 13 months and may be extended up to 4 years. Work schedule Full-time Service Excepted

Promotion potential

None

Job family (Series)

• 0107 Health Insurance Administration

Supervisory status No Security clearance Not Required Drug test No Position sensitivity and risk Moderate Risk (MR)

Trust determination process

• Credentialing
• Suitability/Fitness

Financial disclosure No Bargaining unit status Yes

Announcement number CMS-OA-26-12870259-CFA Control number 855347400

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U. S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U. S.

Clarification from the agency

Exclusive posting for CMS Fellowship Program. In addition, this is an OPEN CONTINUOUS ANNOUNCEMENT and will remain open through 04-23-2026. Please see the "Next Steps" section below for more information.

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• This announcement is being used to develop a non-competitive applicant pool of CMS Fellows candidates for Health Insurance Specialist positions throughout the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services. See "Next Steps" below for more information.

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Conditions of employment

• You must be a U. S. Citizen or National to apply for this position.
• You will be subject to a background and suitability investigation.

Qualifications

ALL QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS MUST BE MET BY THE CLOSING DATE OF THIS ANNOUNCEMENT.

One year of specialized experience at the next lower GS-grade (or equivalent). Specialized experience is experience that has equipped the applicant with the particular competencies/knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position and is typically in or related to the work of the position to be filled.

Minimum Qualification Requirements: Must have at least one year of specialized experience, equivalent to the next lower grade level.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze health insurance policies and guidance to support program implementation and oversight.
• Provide program support to Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services and external stakeholders, such as states, contractors, or health plans.
• Evaluate program operations data and metrics to identify issues, trends, and opportunities for improvement.
• Develop policy analyses and other written materials to inform executives' decision making.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support effective administration of health insurance programs and support program integrity.

Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e. g. , Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e. g. , professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

Click the following link to view the occupational questionnaire: /apply. usastaffing. gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12870259

Additional information

Bargaining Unit Position: Yes- American Federation of Government Employees, Local 1923

Tour of Duty: Flexible

Recruitment/Relocation Incentive: Not Authorized

Financial Disclosure: May be required

Remote: No

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