Reimbursement Analyst

Introduction

\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nThe State of Connecticut Department of Administrative Services (DAS) is now accepting applications for a Reimbursement Analyst position in Hartford, CT.�\r\n\r\n\r\nThe Reimbursement Analyst will represent the State in recovery of unreimbursed costs of incarceration and public assistance relating to settlements in causes of action and decedent estate assets.\r\n\r\n\r\nCONTINUE TO ENJOY\r\n\r\n\r\n Our new State Employee Benefits Overview page!\r\n Professional growth and development opportunities.\r\n A healthy work/life balance to all employees.\r\n\r\nPOSITION HIGHLIGHTS\r\n\r\n\r\n Full-time, 40 hours/week\r\n Monday-Friday\r\n First shift, 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.\r\n Location: 450 Columbus Blvd, Hartford, CT\r\n \r\n Hybrid schedule: Combination of in-office and telework�\r\n \r\n \r\n THE ROLE\r\n \r\n The Reimbursement Analyst�will�work closely with the unit’s Reimbursement Team Leader and may lead Processing Technicians.�\r\n Responsibilities include:\r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n Filing and settlement of claims and liens against lawsuit settlements, claims against insurance companies, decedent estate assets, and inheritances, or Hospital Billing\r\n Medicaid and Medicare Billing, remittances, rejections, and monthly billing utilizing the Avatar system\r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n ABOUT US\r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n At DAS, we are committed to providing timely, fair, competent, cost-effective services that address the needs of state agencies, municipalities, private industry, and the public.\r\n \r\n \r\n

Selection Plan

In order to be considered for this job opening, you must be a current State of CT employee, who has worked for the state for at least six (6) months of full-time service or full-time equivalent service, absent any applicable collective bargaining language, and meet the Minimum Qualifications as listed on the job opening.� You must specify your qualifications on your application.\r\n\r\n\r\nFOR ASSISTANCE IN APPLYING:�\r\n\r\nCheck out our Applicant Tips on How to Apply! Need more resources? Visit our Applicant Toolkit for additional support throughout the recruitment process.��\r\nBEFORE YOU APPLY:�\r\n\r\n Meet Minimum Qualifications: Ensure you meet the Minimum Qualifications listed on the job opening by the job closing date. You must specify your qualifications on your application. The minimum experience and training requirements listed must be met by the close date on the job opening, unless otherwise specified. �\r\n Educational Credits: List your earned credits and degrees from accredited institutions accurately on your application. To receive educational credits towards qualification, the institution must be accredited. If the institution of higher learning is located outside of the U.S., you are responsible for providing documentation from a recognized USA accrediting service which specializes in determining foreign education equivalencies to the contact listed below by the closing date listed on the job posting.�\r\n Resume Policy: Per Public Act 21-69, resumes are not accepted during the initial application process. As the recruitment process progresses, candidates may be required to submit additional documentation to support their qualification(s) for this position. This documentation may include: a cover letter, resume, transcripts, diplomas, performance reviews, attendance records, supervisory references, licensure, etc., at the request and discretion of the hiring agency.�\r\n Preferred Shift/Location: Select all location(s) and shift(s) you are willing to work on your application. Failure to do so may result in not being considered for vacancies in that specific location or shift.�\r\n Timely Submission: All application materials must be received by the job posting deadline. You will be unable to make revisions once you officially submit your application to the State. �Late submissions are rarely accepted, with exceptions only for documented events that incapacitate individuals during the entire duration of the job posting. Request exceptions by emailing DAS.SHRM@ct.gov.�\r\n Salary Calculations: For current state employees, salary calculations are not necessarily comparable from one of the three branches of state government (i.e., Executive, Legislative, Judicial) to the other.�\r\n\r\n\r\n Note: The only way to apply to this posting is via the ‘Apply’ or ‘Apply Online’ buttons on the official State of Connecticut Online Employment Center job posting.\r\n\r\nAFTER YOU APPLY:�\r\n\r\n Some email providers may experience delays or issues delivering messages. To avoid missing important updates—such as referral questionnaires or interview scheduling links—please check your Personal Status Board regularly. For added convenience, you can also enable text (SMS) notifications. To do this, log in to your Personal Status Board and select “Update My Contact Information.”\r\n Referral Questions: This posting may require completion of additional Referral Questions (RQs), which must be completed by the questionnaire’s expiration date. If requested, RQs can be accessed via an email sent to you after the job close date or by visiting your JobAps Personal Status Board (Certification Questionnaires section).���\r\n Prepare For An Interview: Interviews are limited to those whose experience and training are most aligned with the role. To prepare, review this helpful Interview Preparation Guide to make the best impression!�\r\n Stay connected! Log in daily to your JobAps Personal Status Board to track your status and check email (including spam/junk folders) for updates and tasks.��\r\n The immediate vacancy is listed above, however, applications to this recruitment may be used for future vacancies in this job class.��\r\n Note: This position will be filled in accordance with contractual language, reemployment, SEBAC, transfer, promotion and merit employment rules. Candidates who are offered and accept a position with the State of Connecticut are bound by the State Code of Ethics for Public Officials and State employees, available at www.ct.gov/ethics.\r\n\r\nQUESTIONS? WE’RE HERE TO HELP:�\r\nDue to high volume, we are unable to confirm receipt or provide status updates directly. For recruitment updates, please check your Personal Status Board and review our Frequently Asked Questions. If you have additional questions about the recruitment process, reach out to Sharon McIntosh, at Sharon.McIntosh@ct.gov.\r\n\r\n

PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)

In the Department of Administrative Services this class is accountable for independently performing a full range of tasks in obtaining reimbursement to the state from a wide variety of sources.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

\r\n\r\n Performs a variety of tasks for the purpose of obtaining maximum reimbursement;\r\n Analyzes and interprets federal and state laws and regulations pertaining to reimbursement;\r\n Prepares legal claims;\r\n Secures and prepares evidence;\r\n Examines, audits and analyzes financial and other records of complex financial transactions;\r\n Asserts state’s position at Juvenile, Probate and Small Claims Courts;\r\n Makes services of process;\r\n Assists in preparing comprehensive reports for use in administrative hearings and court proceedings;\r\n Develops financial reports;\r\n Prepares referrals to Office of the Attorney General;\r\n Testifies in Superior Court or at administrative hearings;\r\n Conducts negotiations with attorneys and clients within prescribed limitations;\r\n Conducts title searches;\r\n Conducts complex case reviews;\r\n Performs related duties as required.\r\n\r\n\r\n

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY

\r\n\r\n Knowledge of\r\n \r\n state and federal laws, statutes and regulations pertaining to reimbursement;\r\n court procedures;\r\n preparing legal claims;\r\n personal financial practices;\r\n financial accounting;\r\n \r\n \r\n Considerable\r\n \r\n interpersonal skills;\r\n oral and written communication skills;\r\n skill in securing and preparing evidence;\r\n \r\n \r\n Problem solving skills;\r\n Considerable ability to research and prepare detailed technical reports;\r\n Ability to\r\n \r\n work independently;\r\n learn and apply technological tools.\r\n \r\n \r\n\r\n\r\n

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Six (6) years of experience in one of the following areas: insurance recovery claims, credit or loan recovery or reimbursement claims with a governmental agency.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SUBSTITUTIONS ALLOWED

\r\n College training may be\r\n substituted for the General Experience on the basis of fifteen (15) semester\r\n hours equalling one-half (1/2) year of experience to a maximum of four (4)\r\n years for a Bachelor’s degree.\r\n A Master’s degree in a\r\n related field may be substituted for one (1) additional year.\r\n One (1) year as a\r\n Collections Services Investigator may be substituted for the General\r\n Experience.\r\n Successful completion of\r\n a Connecticut Careers Trainee program approved by the Department of\r\n Administrative Services may be substituted for the General Experience.\r\n\r\n

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

\r\n Experience applying state and federal laws regulating the liability of individuals for services provided under state and federal public assistance programs\r\n Experience with public assistance programs and the use of State database systems\r\n Experience prioritizing and responding to customer inquiries and providing resolution by utilizing informational resources\r\n Experience with Microsoft Office programs, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Teams\r\n\r\n

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

\r\n Incumbents in this class may be required to do field work.\r\n Assignments in this class may be rotational.\r\n Incumbents in this class may be required to travel.\r\n Incumbents in this class may be required to possess and retain a valid Motor Vehicle Operator’s license.\r\n\r\n

Conclusion

AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER\r\nThe State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.\r\n

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

As defined by Sec. 5-196\r\nof the Connecticut General Statutes, a job class is a position or group of\r\npositions that share general characteristics and are categorized under a single\r\ntitle for administrative purposes.� As\r\nsuch, a job class is not meant to be all-inclusive of every task and/or\r\nresponsibility.\r\n