Hearings Representative

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Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS)

Comprehensive Health Planner II

Opening Date:
August 14, 2026

Closing Date:
August 27, 2026

Job Class Code: 5050

Grade: 26 (Pro. & Tech. Svcs.)

Salary: $56,264.00 - $78,998.40 per year

Position Number:

Location:

The position is located in Augusta, Maine

Currently, this position is not eligible for visa sponsorship or STEM OPT extensions.

This position allows for partial telework with management approval.

Core Responsibilities:

This position is primarily responsible for representing the Office of Maine Care Services (OMS) in administrative appeal hearings regarding actions taken by OMS as part of the administration of the Maine Care program. The position sits within the OMS Compliance Division and reports to the Associate Director of Compliance.

As the Hearings Representative for OMS, you will:

• Represent OMS in administrative appeal hearings to make the best possible case that the Department was correct in taking certain program actions.
• Participate in pre-hearing conferences.
• Prepare and submit exhibits to be used during hearings.
• Prepare witnesses for testifying at hearings.
• Interpret Maine Care rules and may perform limited legal research.

Hearings are conducted in accordance with the Maine Administrative Procedures Act and the Department of Health and Human Services’ Division of Administrative Hearings regulations.

In addition to the duties related to administrative appeal hearings, this position will assist with other Compliance-related duties, including, but not limited to:

• Assisting with the processing of Freedom of Access Act requests;
• Assisting in monitoring and keeping abreast of current and proposed federal and state laws, regulations, policies, and rules that impact or potentially impact OMS programs and operations; and
• Tracking, monitoring, and leading special projects, as assigned.

We are seeking an individual who can:

• Communicate effectively and persuasively verbally and in writing.
• Analyze facts and testimony.
• Reach and present logical conclusions.

Minimum Qualifications:

A Bachelor’s Degree in Public/Community Health, Health Administration, Health Sciences or Health Education;
Public Administration, Government, Social Work, or a closely related field and three (3) years professional experience in the planning, development, coordination and/or evaluation of health programs or services
-OR- an equivalent seven (7) year combination of education, training, and experience.

Preference will be given to candidates with:

• An advanced degree in a related field, such as a law degree (or actively in the process of obtaining a law degree)
• Experience with administrative hearings and/or litigation
• Experience in regulatory compliance work
• Experience with and knowledge of the Medicaid program and/or other health and human services programs serving low-income populations.
• Lived experience with Medicaid and/or other health-related social needs common to individuals and families receiving Medicaid coverage.

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Agency information:

The Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is dedicated to promoting health, safety, resilience, and opportunity for Maine people. The Department provides health and social services to approximately a third of the State's population, including children, families, older Mainers, and individuals with disabilities, mental illness, and substance use disorders. The Department also promotes public health, operates two state psychiatric hospitals, and provides oversight to health care providers.

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