HCBS Data Analyst 2026-02711

HCBS Data Analyst 2026-02711

Salary

$35.12 - $39.02 Hourly

Location

Cheyenne, WY

Job Type

Permanent Full-time

Job Number

2026-02711

Department

Department Of Health

Division

Cheyenne and County Offices

Opening Date

11/10/2026

Closing Date

Continuous

FLSA

Determined by Position

Job Classification

BARD09

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Description and Functions

Open Until Filled

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

Do you enjoy finding meaning in data and using it to improve people's lives? Join the Wyoming Department of Health's Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) Section, where your work helps Wyoming residents who are aging or have disabilities live independent, meaningful, and dignified lives in their own communities.

Wyoming's Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS)Section provides community-based options to Wyoming citizens who are aging or have disabilities in order to live independent, meaningful, and dignified lives through access to person-centered, cost-effective services. These waivers serve approximately 5,000 individuals, with approximately 800 provider entities supporting these individuals across the state. Each of the three waivers, the Comprehensive, Supports, and Community Choices Waivers, is Medicaid-funded, jointly funded by the state and federal governments. The Home and Community Based Services Section within the Wyoming Division of Healthcare Finance, which is part of the Wyoming Department of Health, manages these waivers.

As the HCBS Data Analyst, you'll play a key role in keeping Wyoming's Home and Community-Based Services programs running smoothly. You'll use data and technology to help ensure people receive the care and services they need, when they need them. This position focuses on systems project management, data analysis, technical support, and training, all of which directly impact how effectively HCBS serves individuals across the state.

Working for the State of Wyoming offers more than a paycheck. Our total compensation package includes:

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance

• Paid vacation, sick leave, FMLA, and holidays

• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligibility

• Retirement - Pension and 457(b) plans that help you build a secure future

• Flexible schedules and work-life balance options

• Meaningful work that makes a difference for Wyoming communities

and MUCH MORE! Click here for detailed information, or you can watch this short video to learn about our benefits package!

Want to see the full value of your compensation beyond salary?

Explore our Total Compensation Calculator: compensationcalculator.wyo.gov

Human Resource Contact: wdhrecruit@wyo.gov

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function that may be performed at the job level.

• Manage and improve data systems - Work within programs like IMPROV and EMWS to make sure information is accurate, reliable, and accessible. You'll help identify problems, find solutions, and ensure the systems are working for the people who use them.

• Analyze and interpret data - Use your analytical skills to find patterns, identify trends, and highlight opportunities to improve service delivery. You'll turn complex information into clear reports and recommendations that leadership can act on.

• Collaborate with others - Partner with internal teams, vendors, and outside stakeholders to enhance the tools and systems that keep HCBS operating efficiently. Your collaboration will help turn data into clear insights and guide system improvements.

• Support decision-making and policy - The work you do will inform decisions about policy, planning, and program design, helping shape the future of HCBS in Wyoming.

• Lead system updates and testing - Guide testing, development, and implementation of new system features. You'll help ensure every change improves usability, accuracy, and efficiency for staff and providers.

• Train and support staff - Provide guidance and training for HCBS staff on system use, data entry, and reporting tools so they can confidently navigate updates and changes.

• Think critically and creatively - Use data insights to recommend new or improved ways to deliver services, streamline processes, and strengthen program integrity.

Qualifications

PREFERENCES:

Experience with Specific HCBS Systems: Direct experience or a deep understanding of the HCBS systems managed by the position (IMPROV, EMWS, HCBS Provider Submission Portal, EVV, WYSERVES).

• Business Intelligence Tool Proficiency: Advanced proficiency in using the listed business intelligence tools (Cognos, Tableau, R, SQL, SSRS) to develop complex queries and reports.
• Medicaid Expertise: In-depth knowledge of Medicaid law, regulatory structure, and policies, as well as the principles and practices of professional healthcare administration.
• Scrum/Agile Experience: Active participation and leadership in developing test cases and engaging in Scrum meetings with vendor project teams.

KNOWLEDGE:

• Knowledge of State and federal government functions, procedures, and concepts, and an understanding of Medicaid law and regulatory structure.
• Ability to comprehend, interpret, and integrate federal regulations, state statutes, program rules, and policy into legislation, statute, and policy.
• Ability to troubleshoot complex issues and resolve or recommend solutions; able to originate ideas and techniques for solving technical problems.
• Strong oral and written communication skills to effectively interact with and present to a broad range of audiences (administrators, legislators, contractors, staff, etc.).
• Ability to learn new and emerging technologies quickly.
• Ability to gather functional and non-functional requirements expeditiously and effectively.
• SQL writing, R, Python, etc.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

Bachelors Degree (typically in Records or Data Management)

Experience:

0-3 years of progressive work experience in (typically in Records and Data Management) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Records & Data Management Specialist II

OR

Education & Experience Substitution:

4-6 years of progressive work experience in (typically in Records and Data Management) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Records & Data Management Specialist II

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

None

Necessary Special Requirements

PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

• The employee may sit comfortably to perform the work; however, there may be some walking, standing, bending, carrying light items, driving an automobile, etc.

NOTES:

• FLSA: Non-Exempt
• The Wyoming Department of Health is an E-Verify employer.

Supplemental Information

Click here to view the State of Wyoming Total Compensation Calculator.

Click here to view the State of Wyoming Classification and Pay Structure.

URL: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/wyoming/default.cfm

The State of Wyoming is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively supports the ADA and reasonably accommodates qualified applicants with disabilities.

Class Specifications are subject to change, please refer to the A & I HRD Website to ensure that you have the most recent version.

Working for the State of Wyoming means more than a job - it's a stable, rewarding career that lets you make a difference while enjoying a great quality of life.

Employees enjoy:

• Comprehensive health coverage - medical, dental, and vision plans for you and your family
• Voluntary Benefits - including life insurance for you and family members, ambulance, pet insurance, short/long-term disability, flex spending and health savings accounts
• Multiple retirement options - including the Wyoming Retirement System and a 457B account, helping you plan for long-term financial security
• Generous paid leave and flexible schedules - vacation, sick leave, paid FMLA and 9 paid holidays each year
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility - for those with qualifying student loans
• Training and professional development - to support your career growth and advancement
• Employee Assistance Program - Includes paid short-term counseling, legal, financial and work-life benefits and select employee discounts
• Wellness Program - Earn paid time off and incentives by focusing on your personal health

Know your full value.

Your paycheck is only part of the picture. The State of Wyoming offers a Total Compensation Calculator that shows the full value of your salary plus benefits, so you can clearly see what your complete compensation package looks like.

Explore your total compensation: https://compensationcalculator.wyo.gov/

WORKING FOR THE GREATEST STATE IN THE NATION - Wyoming offers a lifestyle you can't find anywhere else - wide-open spaces, clean air, friendly communities, year-round recreation, and no state income tax.

Click here for detailed information or you can watch this short video to learn about our benefit package!.

01

(AA) Which of the following best describes your highest completed level of education to date or within the next three (3) months? (Transcripts may be required.)

• High School Diploma/GED/or Equivalent
• Some college Coursework, No Degree Received
• Associates Degree
• Associates Degree and additional coursework
• Bachelors Degree
• Bachelors Degree and additional coursework
• Masters Degree
• Masters Degree and additional coursework
• Doctorate Degree
• Doctorate Degree and additional coursework
• None of the Above

02

(AA) Which of the following Quarter/Semester credit hours best describes your completed college education to date or within the next three (3) months? (Transcripts may be required.)

• 45+ Quarter hours/30+ Semester hours
• 90+ Quarter hours/60+ Semester hours
• 136+ Quarter hours/91+ Semester hours
• 180+ Quarter hours/120+ Semester hours
• 225+ Quarter hours/150+Semester hours
• N/A

03

(BARD09) How many years of relevant work experience or transferable skills do you have related to the job description?

• No relevant experience.
• Less than one (1) year of relevant experience.
• One (1) to less than three (3) years of relevant experience.
• Three (3) to less than four (4) years of relevant experience.
• Four (4) or more years of relevant experience.

04

Are you familiar with business intelligence tools such as Cognos, Tableau, R, SQL, or SSRS?

• Yes
• No

05

Do you have previous experience with Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) systems, such as IMPROV, EMWS, or the HCBS Provider Submission Portal?

• Yes
• No

06

Do you have a background in Medicaid programs, healthcare administration, or data reporting?

• Yes
• No

07

Do you have experience working on projects in an Agile or Scrum environment?

• Yes
• No

08

(AA) Describe your relevant experience below.

09

(A1) Where did you hear about this opportunity?

• Government Jobs @ www.governmentjobs.com/careers/wyoming
• Indeed
• LinkedIn
• Zip Recruiter
• Wyoming Workforce Center
• Other job sites (Wyoming at Work, Monster, etc.)
• Social Media (Facebook, Twitter, etc.)
• Newspaper/Newsletter Advertisement
• Career Fair
• Human Resources Division
• Friend or Acquaintance (Not State Employee)
• Current State Employee
• Other

10

(A1) If you selected Other, please tell us where you heard about this opportunity.

11

(A1) If you selected "Current State Employee" please provide the employees first and last name, and include the department they work for, if known. Please limit this response to only one employee. This employee may be eligible for a Referral Bonus.

12

(AA) VETERANS PREFERENCE DISCLOSURE: PER WYOMING STATUTE, current employees of the State of Wyoming are not eligible for veterans preference. If you are not a current employee of the State of Wyoming, to be eligible to receive veterans preference you MUST have been a resident of the State of Wyoming for a period of one (1) year or more at any time prior to submitting this application. I have read and understand the veterans preference disclosure.

• Yes
• No
• I am not a veteran

13

(AA) VETERANS PREFERENCE: If you are a war veteran as defined in section 101, Title 38, United States Code or are the surviving spouse of a war veteran who receives survivor benefits from the federal government based on the veterans military service, and wish to claim veterans preference, please attach the appropriate documentation substantiating your claim. Indicate below your appropriate veterans preference status. By requesting veterans preference, you are certifying that you meet the statutory requirements as described in the above disclosure.

• Current State Employee
• Veteran - DD214 Attached
• Disabled Veteran (10% or more) - DD214 and Veterans Disability Determination Attached
• Surviving Spouse of a Deceased Veteran - DD214 and proof of Survivor Benefit Attached
• None of the above

14

(A2) Please be advised that an incomplete application WILL NOT be considered for employment. An attached resume is not required and is not an acceptable substitution for a completed application. Some State of Wyoming agencies use E-Verify, an Internet-based system, to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States. Learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities at https://www.uscis.gov/e-verify. I have read and understand the above statement.

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer State of Wyoming

Address Human Resource Contact Information located in the

General Description Section

Statewide, Wyoming, 82002

Phone 307-777-7188

Website http://agency.governmentjobs.com/wyoming/default.cfm