IT Application Developer III / Benefits & Care Case Management Product Owner

$38.44 - $61.50 Hourly$79,950 - $127,920 AnnuallyThis position is a Pay Band IFPosting DetailsThis job posting may be used to fill multiple vacancies. This posting will be used for ongoing recruitment and may close at any time. Applicant lists may be screened more than once. The New Mexico Health Care Authority (HCA) is a state agency that provides comprehensive, accessible, and high-quality health care services to New Mexico residents. The agency is responsible for managing key services such as Medicaid, SNAP, TANF, and LIHEAP, ensuring uninterrupted support and care for New Mexicans. Our Vision Every New Mexican has access to affordable health care coverage through a coordinated and seamless health care system. Our Mission We ensure that New Mexicans attain their highest level of health by providing whole-person, cost-effective, accessible, and high-quality health care and safety-net services. Our Goals Leverage purchasing power and partnerships to create innovative policies and models of comprehensive health care coverage that improve the health and well-being of New Mexicans and the workforce. Achieve health equity by addressing poverty, discrimination, and lack of resources, building a New Mexico where everyone thrives. Implement innovative technology and data-driven decision-making to provide unparalleled, convenient access to services and information. Build the best team in state government by supporting employees' continuous growth and wellness. Why does the job exist?The IT Application Developer III / Benefits & Care Case Management Product Owner will: Support the maintenance and operations of the New Mexico Medicaid Management Information System; Require strong collaboration with stakeholders, vendors, and cross-functional teams to drive product development and integration; Proactively provide technical acumen and support to internal and external stakeholders; Work with team members both inside and outside of IT to resolve any issues that arise; Partner and collaborate with business stakeholders to ensure system modules are up to date and appropriate procedures are followed through; Proactively collaborate with vendors, contractors and other government agencies (State and Federal) in managing the operations and maintenance of the Shared Services function and; Share expertise as needed with other parts of the organization. How does it get done?The IT Application Developer III / Benefits & Care Case Management Product Owner is responsible for: Actively participating in design discussions with multiple stakeholders; Developing an understanding of the user base to guide product decisions; Defining requirements, performing analysis, assisting to create business cases for module improvements or redesign; Assisting in release planning, functional research and testing of releases; Collaborating with business stakeholders to develop and manage a comprehensive operational road map and ensure alignment with organizational goals and objectives; Collaborating with business stakeholders to communicate customer needs, adjust requirements based on technical feedback and support backlog refinement. Provide clear and regular updates to stakeholders at various levels and manage expectations; Partnering with business, technology and external partners to ensure seamless integration and alignment of module functions to support business operations as well as vendor management; Other duties as assigned. Who are the customers? This position supports internal and external Health Care Authority (HCA) stakeholders. Ideal CandidateThe ideal candidate has: At least 5 years of experience with Applications Product development and Provider enrollment services operational support; Excellent oral, written and interpersonal skills are essential for this position; Experience in design or operations of Medicaid information systems and/ or Healthcare Information systems. Minimum QualificationBachelor's degree in Computer Science, Management Information Systems (MIS), Information Technology, Engineering or similar technical degree and four (4) years of experience in software programming. Substitutions Apply. See Substitution Table below. Substitution TableThese combinations of education and experience qualify you for the position: Education Experience Education Experience 1 High School Diploma or Equivalent AND 8 years of experience OR High School Diploma or Equivalent AND 8 years of experience 2 Associate's degree in the field(s) specified in the minimum qualification AND 6 years of experience Associate's degree or higher in any field AND 8 years of experience 3 Bachelor's degree in the field(s) specified in the minimum qualification AND 4 years of experience4 Master's degree in the field(s) specified in the minimum qualification AND 2 years of experience5 PhD degree in the field(s) specified in the minimum qualification AND 0 years of experience•Education and years of experience must be related to the purpose of the position. •If Minimum Qualification requires a specific number of "semester hours" in a field (e.g. 6 semester hours in Accounting), applicants MUST have those semester hours in order to meet the minimum qualifications. No substitutions apply for semester hours.Employment RequirementsMust possess and maintain a valid Driver's License.Must obtain a Defensive Driving Certificate. Working ConditionsWork is performed in an office setting with exposure to Visual/Video Display Terminal (VDT), extensive personal computer and phone usage. Some standing, bending and reaching may be required.Occasional travel and after hours work may be required. Supplemental InformationDo you know what Total Compensation is? Click here Agency Contact Information: Alex Rodriguez, (505) 538-5184, Email For information on Statutory Requirements for this position, click the Classification Description link on the job advertisement.Bargaining Unit PositionThis position is not covered by a collective bargaining agreement.