Data Analysis & Support Specialist; Executive II

Data Analysis & Support Specialist (Executive II)

The Department of Healthcare and Family Services, Bureau of Professional and Ancillary Services is seeking to hire a highly skilled and analytical individual whose role will drive data‑informed decision making by analyzing complex datasets, developing and maintaining advanced spreadsheets with complex formulas, and preparing accurate budget estimates.

Key responsibilities include:

• Under general direction, serves as a Data Analyst and Support Specialist who organizes, plans, and evaluates the statewide Budgetary Analysis Program as it relates to the Illinois Medicaid program.
• Analyzes Illinois Medicaid Program utilization data to determine budgetary implications for planned program changes, including those resulting from changes to state and federal rules and regulations.
• Analyzes and interprets state and federal laws, rules, and regulations and coordinates the formulation, development, and implementation of policies to ensure compliance.
• Coordinates the development and implementation of Pharmacy and/or Medical Services policies in accordance with state and federal rules and regulations.
• Performs other duties as required or assigned, which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.

• Completion of four (4) years of college, preferably with coursework in business or public administration.
• Two (2) years of responsible administrative experience in a public or business organization.

• One (1) year of experience performing complex analyses of state and federal laws, regulations, and legislative proposals and summarizing the results for the purpose of formulating policies that are compliant.
• One (1) year of experience utilizing Microsoft Excel to create and maintain spreadsheets, including writing complex formulas used to develop estimates of the budgetary impact of program changes.
• One (1) year of experience independently writing queries in Structured Query Language (SQL) to access data in Database Management Systems.

• One (1) year of experience evaluating the structure and functions of state government and intergovernmental relationships to support policy analysis, program development, and compliance with legislative and regulatory requirements.
• One (1) year of experience with governmental accounting, budget analysis, and statistical methods as they relate to program planning and evaluation.
• One (1) year of experience developing and managing a supportive budgetary analysis program for a public or private organization.
• One (1) year of experience exercising judgment and discretion in developing, implementing, and interpreting policies and procedures for a public or private organization.
• One (1) year of experience fostering collaborative working relationships in a professional environment.

• Completion of a background check and self‑disclosure of criminal history.
• Ability to utilize and maintain state‑issued equipment such as a laptop.

Work Hours: Monday - Friday 8:30 a.m.

- 5:00 p.m.
Headquarter

Location:

201 S Grand Ave E, Springfield, Illinois, 62704
Work County: Sangamon
Email: HFS.DMPApps
Posting Group: Leadership & Management

To apply, use the “Apply” button at the top right or bottom right of this posting. State employees should sign in to the career portal referenced on the  homepage. Non‑state employees should log in on the  site. For questions, contact HFS.DMPApps.

Standing compliance:
The State of Illinois is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants are required to resubmit a certified disability documentation if applicable for reasonable accommodation during the hiring process.

Job Requisition : 52434
Closing Date: 01/14/2026