Health Care Benefits Manager Analyst (Functional Program Analyst 3) - State of Washington : Job Details

This recruitment will remain open until October 13, 2025. The agency reserves the right to make a hiring decision at any time after the initial screening date on September 25, 2025. It is in the applicant's best interest to submit materials as soon as possible.

Make a Difference: Protect Consumers & Join Our Dynamic Team!

The Office of the Insurance Commissioner (OIC) seeks a qualified individual for the Health Care Benefits Manager Analyst (Functional Program Analyst 3) position. This role is within the Rates, Forms, Provider Networks Division and is based out of our Tumwater Office.

We are an employer of choice! Here's why:

• Meaningful work: Ensure a healthy insurance market & protect Washington consumers.
• Impactful career: Make a daily difference in the lives of countless Washingtonians.
• Small agency, big opportunities: Gain a holistic understanding of our mission and build strong relationships with colleagues.
• Diversity, equity, and inclusion: OIC is committed to ensuring that all employees enjoy a respectful, safe, and supportive working environment - by fostering the inclusion of people from all backgrounds, cultures, and attributes.

About the Position

Are you passionate about improving healthcare access and ensuring regulatory compliance? We're looking for a skilled Health Care Benefits Manager Analyst (Functional Program Analyst 3) to play a vital role in supporting the development and oversight of Washington's healthcare participating provider networks.

In this key position, you will:

• Analyze provider network management and leasing contract filings between health carriers and healthcare benefit managers.
• Ensure all documents meet state and federal requirements.
• Identify compliance issues and recommend actionable solutions to bring contracts into alignment with applicable laws and regulations.
• Collaborate with insurers and benefit managers to help them build and maintain robust, legally sound participating provider networks that serve communities across the state.

This role is central to our agency's mission of protecting consumers and supporting access to quality healthcare. If you thrive in a detail-oriented, high-impact environment where your work directly supports public health and regulatory excellence, we'd love to hear from you.

This recruitment may be used to establish a qualified pool of candidates for Functional Program Analyst 3 vacancies in the next sixty days.

This is a Washington General Service position. The monthly salary range for this position is $5,137 - $6,906.

Benefits & Perks

• Comprehensive benefits package: Health, dental, vision, retirement, paid leave (vacation, sick, etc.) and much more!
• Supportive work environment: We value diversity, professional growth, and collaborative atmosphere.
• Wellness programs: Invest in your well-being with on-site resources and initiatives.
• Work-life balance: Flexible schedules with telework opportunities.
• Public service fulfillment: Contribute to a cause that matters and feel the satisfaction of serving the public good.
• Training & Development: Continuously learn and grow with tuition reimbursement, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and other programs.
• Free parking (Tumwater) & Public transportation pass (Thurston County): Save on commuting costs.
• And more! Explore our website for additional benefits:

The duties of the position include, but are not limited to:

• Responsible for reviewing provider network management contracts, leasing arrangements, and provider contracts between health carriers and health care benefit managers.
• Analyzes and evaluates Health Carrier and HCBM contracts.
• Reports, consults, and collaborates with the Functional Program Analyst 4 Supervisor and Program Manager about issues that restrict a company from issuing compliant contracts in the marketplace.
• Communicate effectively with entities (health carriers, health care benefit managers, agents, attorneys, consumers), and OIC staff regarding submitted provider network management contracts, leasing arrangements, and provider contracts.

To read more about this position and view all duties, click here to request a position description.

Required Qualifications:

• *Four (4) years of experience in contract writing, management, and regulatory compliance, including work with healthcare plans and services. Skilled in reviewing and analyzing legal documents, particularly contracts, to ensure accuracy, compliance, and alignment with organizational and legal standards.

*A bachelor's degree with focus in business administration, public administration, public health, health administration or related field from an accredited institution whose accreditation is recognized by the U.S. Department of Education or the Council of Higher Education Accreditation or a foreign equivalent may substitute for up to 4 years of professional work experience.

AND

• Two (2) years of professional work experience in areas such as regulatory examinations; insurance underwriting, compliance, rating, or claims; health care consumer issues; or health care benefit plan design, distribution, or administration.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Basic skills in Microsoft Outlook, Word, PowerPoint and Excel
• Demonstrated experience working independently, prioritizing work, and meeting multiple conflicting deadlines, including by seeking guidance from leadership

Preferred/Desired Qualifications:

• Intermediate-level skills and experience in Microsoft Outlook and Word.
• Demonstrated experience organizing work, establishing timelines, and meeting deadlines.

Ready to join us?

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Welcome to the OIC

Submit your application today and take the first step towards a rewarding career at the OIC!

• This position is represented by the Washington Federation of State Employees (WFSE).

• Wage/salary depends on qualifications or state rules of compensation (if currently a state employee).

• State law (RCW 48.02.090[5]) prohibits employees of the OIC from having any interest, directly or indirectly, in an insurance company other than as a policyholder. This prohibition includes the receipt of renewal commissions. If employment is accepted with this agency, you agree to abide by this state law.
• Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the position.
• If claiming veteran status, please send your DD 214 to [email protected] with FPA3_2025-06415 in the subject line. Please do not attach the DD 214 to your application materials. Please black out personally identifiable data such as social security numbers.
• The Office of Insurance Commissioner is an equal opportunity employer, does not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, race, creed, color, national origin, honorably discharged veteran or military status, or the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability or the use of a trained service animal by a person with a disability. Persons requiring reasonable accommodation in the application process or requiring information in an alternative format may contact the recruitment team at [email protected]. Those with a hearing impairment in need of accommodation are encouraged to contact the Washington Relay Service at 1-800-###-#### or www.washingtonrelay.com.
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Compensation details: 29.52-39.69 Hourly Wage

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