Senior Research Data Analyst

Job Summary - Why you’ll love this position

The MO HealthNet Division has an opening for a Sr. Research Data Analyst within the Quality Oversight Unit located in Cole County. 

Semi-monthly salary: The current rate for this position is $2,991.88. Individual(s) selected for this position may receive a higher rate based on a pay differential (e.g. shift, or time-of-service pay).

Annual Salary: $71,805.13

Job Posting Numbers: 4617 8400010 & 4617 8400011

Job Location: This position is located at the Howerton State Office Building; 615 Howerton Court, Jefferson City, MO. All internal promotional applicants are encouraged to apply as there may be alternate office space available.

The Department of Social Services partners with families and communities to protect children, rehabilitate youth and move families to self-sufficiency so that Missourians can lead safe, healthy and productive lives. 

Why you’ll love this position: There are two openings for a Sr. Research Data Analyst. These brand new positions will oversee teams responsible for duties that align with the Division’s commitment to monitor and improve quality of care across Missouri’s Medicaid Program. The QOU needs these leaders to support two exciting new initiatives. First, implementation and ongoing support of a Managed Care Compliance Tool contract. Second, oversight and program improvement of Non-Emergency Medical Transportation services provided to our members. A variety of additional tasks are managed by the unit, required through the Managed Care contract. Additional tasks may include oversight of contracts with an External Quality Review Organization or our Network Adequacy vendor. Preparation and submission of comprehensive reports to state and federal agencies, providing data to support budget changes, oversight of incentive programs, displaying results of quality monitoring through public website postings and dashboards.

Responsibilities - What you’ll do

What you’ll do:

•  Provide leadership, coaching, and professional development to assigned staff.
•  Promote collaboration across the QOU and MO HealthNet Division.
•  Support comprehensive oversight of Managed Care Organizations.
•  Monitor program performance using data-driven decision making.
•  Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, quality, and member outcomes.
•  Develop policies, procedures, and standardized work processes.
•  Represent the division on cross-functional workgroups and with external stakeholders.
•  Ensure completion of projects and compliance with established timelines.

Qualifications - All you need for success

Bachelor’s degree and 4-6 years of relevant experience and/or appropriate certification.  (Substitutions may be allowed.)

• Experience with Medicaid and/or Managed Care oversight.
•  Knowledge of federal Medicaid regulations and managed care requirements.
•  Experience with quality improvement methodologies and performance measurement.
•  Contract management and vendor oversight experience.
•  Experience analyzing healthcare quality or operational data.
•  Experience collaborating with internal and external partners in your work environment.

Lack of post‐secondary education will not be used as the sole basis denying consideration to any applicant.

Job Details - More reasons to love this position

The State of Missouri offers an excellent benefits package that includes a defined pension plan, generous amounts of leave and holiday time, and eligibility for health insurance coverage. Your total compensation is more than the dollars you receive in your paycheck. To help demonstrate the value of working for the State of Missouri, we have created an interactive Total Compensation Calculator. This tool provides a comprehensive view of benefits and more that are offered to prospective employees. The Total Compensation Calculator and other applicant resources can be found here.

Contact Details - If you have questions or require any accommodations to participate in the application or interview process please contact:

If you have questions about this position please contact: Kelly Connell at [email protected]. If you experience accessibility issues while applying, please contact Courtney Hall at [email protected]. 

Recruitment Area: Current DSS employees only.

Application Deadline: September 16, 2026

The State of Missouri is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to developing and maintaining a talented workforce.