Quality Assurance Education Associate - 60025389

Salary: $56,210.00 - $104,000.00 Annually
Location : Lexington County, SC
Job Type: FTE - Full-Time
Job Number: 174933
Agency: Department of Education
Opening Date: 03/26/2025
Closing Date: 4/9/2025 11:59 PM Eastern
Class Code:: CB05
Position Number:: 60025389
Normal Work Schedule:: Monday - Friday (8:30 - 5:00)
Pay Band: Band 7
Hiring Range - Min.: $56,210.00
Hiring Range - Max.: $80,105.00
Opening Date: 03/26/2025
EEO Statement: Equal Opportunity Employer
Agency Specific Application Procedures:: Interested persons must complete a State Employment Application at www.careers.sc.gov. Applications will not be accepted after the closing date. The South Carolina Department of Education does not accept faxed, mailed, or hand delivered applications.
Veteran Preference Statement: South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.

Job Responsibilities
The mission of the South Carolina Department of Education is to serve students, support teachers, empower parents, and engage the community so that every student graduates prepared to reach their full potential.

Job Purpose:

In coordination with the Office Director, this Education Associate contributes to the agency strategy and program development for implementing quality assurance and monitoring of all Medicaid-reimbursable services performed in all school districts statewide pursuant to contract between SCDE and South Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (SCDHHS). Under limited supervision, this education associate is responsible for Medicaid-related program development, program implementation, program services, program evaluation, program/service training and regulatory projects for regular education children and children with disabilities.

Responsibilities:

Program Administration and Oversight:

• The person in this position will contribute to the development and implementation of the agency and office strategic plan.
• Conduct in-depth quality assurance reviews of assigned school districts' documentation (as established by the office) that support school-based services that have been reimbursed by Medicaid to ensure compliance with the Medicaid's Local Education Agencies (LEA) policy manual and related policies and regulations. The review must accurately identify deficiencies, areas of needed improvement, and strengths.
• Prepare and maintain detailed reports of audit findings and communicate audit results and compliance concerns (to the school district and appropriate external parties/stakeholders (e.g., South Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (SCDHHS), providing guidance and clarification on Medicaid audit findings and clear and actionable recommendations.

Process Documentation and Training:

• Accurately track and analyze audit data to be utilized within internal and external reports. Conduct training sessions (annually, quarterly, and/or as needed) on Medicaid-related programs/services and provide technical support to school districts as needed, helping them to navigate Office of Medicaid Services (OMS) applications, the implementation of services, compliance and billing issues, etc.
• Develop, review, revise, and maintain all OMS documents, forms, and training materials annually and as needed, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Update material on OMS webpage as needed.

Continuous Improvement:

• Review OMS processes and procedures at least annually to continuously improve QA reviews and office processes and procedures.
• Stay abreast of changes in the Medicaid LEA manual and applicable policy, billing and best practices, and school-based rehabilitative service requirements (e.g., policy change control record review, participating in relevant training, attending meetings as required) and communicate changes to school districts as required.

Collaboration and Coordination:

• Assist school districts with Medicaid related reviews that are conducted by external parties SCDHHS, Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), etc.).
• Crosstrain with colleagues on all programs and services within the office to ensure knowledge sharing and effective teamwork.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Director.

This position is located in the Office of Medicaid Services.
Minimum and Additional Requirements

A bachelor's degree and experience in education, management or business.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree and four (4) years of relevant program experience (i.e., Medicaid, auditing, policy, training and data analyzation); or a bachelor's degree and six (6) years of relevant program experience (i.e., Medicaid, auditing, policy, training, and data analyzation).
• Knowledge of the South Carolina Medicaid system and Local Education Agency (LEA) policies.
• Strong analytic skills related to data analysis, reporting, and tracking.
• Strong organizational skills, including an ability to manage multiple priorities with competing demands for resources.
• Commitment to continually building on existing knowledge and skills to be up to date on the latest trends and issues.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with district staff. Ability to foster a cooperative work environment while demonstrating sound judgement and making timely, effective decisions.
• The position is in an office environment with frequent travel in-state and occasional overnight stays.

Additional Comments
As a part of a generous compensation package, we offer comprehensive benefits that include generous paid time off, preeminent health care benefits, professional development opportunities, pension, a 401(k), and a hybrid work schedule with opportunity for remote work.

The South Carolina Department of Education offers an exceptional benefits package that includes:

• Health, Dental, Vision, Long Term Disability, and Life Insurance for Employee, Spouse, and Children.
• 15 days annual (vacation) leave per year.
• 15 days sick leave per year.
• 13 paid holidays.

State Retirement Plan and Deferred Compensation Programs. Statewide travel is required.

ONLY THOSE APPLICANTS CHOSEN FOR AN INTERVIEW WILL BE NOTIFIED BY LETTER THAT THE POSITION HAS BEEN FILLED.
Benefits for State Employees
The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.

Insurance Benefits
Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.

Retirement Benefits
State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.

Workplace Benefits
State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.

Note: The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.
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Do you have a bachelor's degree and experience in education, management or business?

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Do you have a bachelor's degree and six (6) years of relevant program experience (i.e., Medicaid, auditing, policy, training, and data analyzation)?

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