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Infant and Early Childhood Mental Health (IECMH) Systems Analyst (MA5/DBHR)
71045973
The Division of Behavioral Health is seeking a seasoned policy and systems analyst to play a vital role in shaping how Washington supports the mental health and well-being of its youngest residents. This position will leverage their expertise in Medicaid financing, cross-agency collaboration, and infant and early childhood health policy to build and strengthen the systems that families across Washington depend on. This is a telework flexible position that delivers meaningful impact for children and families at scale.
All HCA employees will apply an equity lens to their work, which may include but is not limited to all analyses of core business and processes.
About the division:
The Health Care Authority (HCA) administers programs that provide health insurance coverage to over 1.8 million Washington Residents and 400,000 public employees, retirees and their dependents. HCA promotes health care access to the uninsured, underinsured and Tribes, and administers Washington’s Medicaid program which provides federal and state medical assistance to Washington’s most vulnerable individuals.
About the position:
The Infant and Early Childhood Mental Health (IECMH) Systems Analyst (Management Analyst 5) conducts expert-level research, policy analysis, and strategic planning to align Medicaid financing with early childhood mental health services across Washington State. The analyst works across agencies and sectors, including health, public health, and education to develop programs that promote prevention, improve health outcomes, and reduce long-term health care costs for children and families. This role includes representing HCA in statewide and national workgroups, providing technical assistance, and leading internal cross-agency teams focused on policy and program alignment to serve the state’s youngest and most vulnerable residents.
This position is eligible to telework and is typically not required to report on-site. The default assigned work location of all Health Care Authority (HCA) positions – both on-site and telework eligible positions – is within the State of Washington. This position reports to Olympia, WA. Frequency of onsite work will vary based on business and operational needs. HCA has currently suspended the ability to support out-of-state telework.
Duties
Some of what you will do:
- Work with agency staff and external partners to develop and implement policies and procedures related to aligning and coordinating Medicaid and early childhood services and supports
- Provide expert-level research, analysis and strategic planning to develop policy and services across early childhood systems and Medicaid supporting the comprehensive social and health care needs of children and families
- Analyze agency policy and operations that impact alignment and coordination with infant-early childhood mental health services; recommend policy and practice improvements
- Clarify and explain current policy and procedure for legislative staff, constituents, other state agencies, HCA staff and community-based organizations
- Develop proposals on Medicaid and early childhood policy, practice, and implementation for review by agency leadership
- Develop recommendations and implementation plans to meet short-term goals, objectives and long-term strategies for alignment and coordination of Medicaid and early childhood systems
- Provide executive level briefings and recommendations on aligning policy and financing infant-early childhood mental health services consistent with agency strategic long-range plans
- Provide oversight and monitoring related to implementing cross-agency Medicaid and early childhood initiatives and strategies
- Review federal and state legislation with potential impacts to Medicaid and early childhood services and supports, and track and catalog policy and program issues and concerns related to Medicaid and infant-early childhood mental health services
- Participate in and add to the ongoing national and state infant-early childhood mental health services exploration of the broader health care and early childhood financing strategies and cross-sector systems’ development
- Clarify and explain Medicaid and infant-early childhood mental health services recommendations, findings, initiatives, activities and opportunities
- Provide clear and objective analysis of current and pending federal and state legislation, regulations, rules and implementation processes relating to early childhood health outcomes and infant-early childhood mental health services
Qualifications
Required qualifications:
Qualifying candidates will meet one of the following criteria options:
Option 1:
Bachelor’s degree or higher from an accredited college with major study in business administration, public administration, public health, health administration, social work or a related field and five (5) years of the required experience below
Option 2:
Associate's degree in a field identified above, and seven (7) years of the required experience below
Option 3:
Nine (9) years of the required experience below
The required experience includes two (2) or more of the following:
- Conducting research
- Analyzing policies, laws, rules, or regulations
- Conducting business analysis and developing requirements
- Leading business projects or managing business operations
- Business policy development
- Supervising staff
Experience must include two (2) years of:
- Working in health services/Medicaid, and/or family support, home visiting and/or other early childhood or human service-related field
- Current working knowledge of family-centered health integration with a focus on social determinants of maternal, infant and early childhood health outcomes
- Demonstrated ability to understand, organize and present information and data to various audiences, including developing formal and informal written and oral reports, briefings, presentations and technical reports
- Facilitating community engagement activities with diverse populations including agency personnel, stakeholders, and partners. Demonstrated ability to organize, prioritize and complete work within multiple competing timelines
- Current working knowledge of early learning and home visiting services including model components, services, and professionals
- Current working knowledge of Medicaid includes traditional Medicaid services, managed care and Healthier Washington innovation plans
Required competencies:
- The ability to take action to learn and grow
- The ability to take action to meet the needs of others
Preferred qualifications:
- Experience with continuous quality improvement approaches and change management techniques and practices
- Ability to respond quickly to special requests and excellent written and oral communication skills
- Experience with policy research and development and clearly explain finding and recommendations
- Ability to explain complex information in an easy-to-understand way
- Experience building and maintaining strong relationships with partners
How to apply:
Only candidates who reflect the required qualifications on their NEOGOV profile will be considered. Failure to follow the application instructions below may lead to disqualification. To apply for this position, you will need to complete your profile which includes three professional references and attach:
- A cover letter that specifically addresses how you meet the qualifications for this position
- Current resume
To take advantage of veteran preference, please do the following:
- Attach a copy of your DD214 (Member 4 long-form copy), NGB 22, or USDVA signed verification of service letter
- Please black out any PII (personally identifiable information) data such as social security numbers. Include your name as it appears on your application in careers.wa.gov.
Supplemental Information
About HCA:
Functioning as both the state's largest health care purchaser and its behavioral health authority, the Washington State Health Care Authority (HCA) is a leader in ensuring Washington residents have the opportunity to be as healthy as possible.
There are three pillars of our work: Apple Health (Medicaid); the Public Employees Benefits Board (PEBB) and School Employees Benefits Board (SEBB) programs; and behavioral health and recovery. Under these pillars, HCA purchases health care, including behavioral health treatment for more than 2.7 million Washington residents and provides behavioral health prevention, crisis, and recovery supports to all Washington residents.
What we have to offer:
- Meaningful work with friendly co-workers who care about those we serve Voices of HCA
- A clear agency mission that drives our work and is person-centered HCA's Mission, Vision & Values
- A healthy work/life balance, including alternative/flexible schedules and mobile work options
- A great total compensation and benefit package WA State Government Benefits
- A safe, pleasant workplace in a convenient location with restaurants, and shopping nearby
- And free parking!
Notes:
Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment.
HCA is an equal opportunity employer. We value the importance of creating an environment in which all employees can feel respected, included, and empowered to bring unique ideas to the agency. HCA has five employee resource groups (ERGs). ERGs are voluntary, employee-led groups whose aim is to foster a diverse, inclusive workplace aligned with HCA’s mission. Our diversity and inclusion efforts include embracing different cultures, backgrounds and viewpoints while fostering growth and advancement in the workplace. Studies have shown women, racial and ethnic minorities, and persons of disability are less likely to apply for jobs unless they feel they meet every qualification as described in a job description. Persons over 40 years of age, disabled and Vietnam era veterans, as well as people of all sexual orientations and gender identities are also encouraged to apply. If you have any questions about the required qualifications or how your experience relates to them, please contact us at HCAjobs@hca.wa.gov. Persons with disabilities needing assistance in the application process, or those needing this job announcement in an alternative format may contact Lisa Fleming at (360) 725-1723 or lisa.fleming@hca.wa.gov.
The Washington State Health Care Authority (HCA) is an E-Verify employer. All applicants with a legal right to work in the United States are encouraged to apply.
E-Verify® is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security.
Subscribe to our weekly newsletter to receive a list of new job postings at HCA.
Description
Infant and Early Childhood Mental Health (IECMH) Systems Analyst (MA5/DBHR)
71045973
The Division of Behavioral Health is seeking a seasoned policy and systems analyst to play a vital role in shaping how Washington supports the mental health and well-being of its youngest residents. This position will leverage their expertise in Medicaid financing, cross-agency collaboration, and infant and early childhood health policy to build and strengthen the systems that families across Washington depend on. This is a telework flexible position that delivers meaningful impact for children and families at scale.
All HCA employees will apply an equity lens to their work, which may include but is not limited to all analyses of core business and processes.
About the division:
The Health Care Authority (HCA) administers programs that provide health insurance coverage to over 1.8 million Washington Residents and 400,000 public employees, retirees and their dependents. HCA promotes health care access to the uninsured, underinsured and Tribes, and administers Washington’s Medicaid program which provides federal and state medical assistance to Washington’s most vulnerable individuals.
About the position:
The Infant and Early Childhood Mental Health (IECMH) Systems Analyst (Management Analyst 5) conducts expert-level research, policy analysis, and strategic planning to align Medicaid financing with early childhood mental health services across Washington State. The analyst works across agencies and sectors, including health, public health, and education to develop programs that promote prevention, improve health outcomes, and reduce long-term health care costs for children and families. This role includes representing HCA in statewide and national workgroups, providing technical assistance, and leading internal cross-agency teams focused on policy and program alignment to serve the state’s youngest and most vulnerable residents.
This position is eligible to telework and is typically not required to report on-site. The default assigned work location of all Health Care Authority (HCA) positions – both on-site and telework eligible positions – is within the State of Washington. This position reports to Olympia, WA. Frequency of onsite work will vary based on business and operational needs. HCA has currently suspended the ability to support out-of-state telework.
Duties
Some of what you will do:
- Work with agency staff and external partners to develop and implement policies and procedures related to aligning and coordinating Medicaid and early childhood services and supports
- Provide expert-level research, analysis and strategic planning to develop policy and services across early childhood systems and Medicaid supporting the comprehensive social and health care needs of children and families
- Analyze agency policy and operations that impact alignment and coordination with infant-early childhood mental health services; recommend policy and practice improvements
- Clarify and explain current policy and procedure for legislative staff, constituents, other state agencies, HCA staff and community-based organizations
- Develop proposals on Medicaid and early childhood policy, practice, and implementation for review by agency leadership
- Develop recommendations and implementation plans to meet short-term goals, objectives and long-term strategies for alignment and coordination of Medicaid and early childhood systems
- Provide executive level briefings and recommendations on aligning policy and financing infant-early childhood mental health services consistent with agency strategic long-range plans
- Provide oversight and monitoring related to implementing cross-agency Medicaid and early childhood initiatives and strategies
- Review federal and state legislation with potential impacts to Medicaid and early childhood services and supports, and track and catalog policy and program issues and concerns related to Medicaid and infant-early childhood mental health services
- Participate in and add to the ongoing national and state infant-early childhood mental health services exploration of the broader health care and early childhood financing strategies and cross-sector systems’ development
- Clarify and explain Medicaid and infant-early childhood mental health services recommendations, findings, initiatives, activities and opportunities
- Provide clear and objective analysis of current and pending federal and state legislation, regulations, rules and implementation processes relating to early childhood health outcomes and infant-early childhood mental health services
Qualifications
Required qualifications:
Qualifying candidates will meet one of the following criteria options:
Option 1:
Bachelor’s degree or higher from an accredited college with major study in business administration, public administration, public health, health administration, social work or a related field and five (5) years of the required experience below
Option 2:
Associate's degree in a field identified above, and seven (7) years of the required experience below
Option 3:
Nine (9) years of the required experience below
The required experience includes two (2) or more of the following:
- Conducting research
- Analyzing policies, laws, rules, or regulations
- Conducting business analysis and developing requirements
- Leading business projects or managing business operations
- Business policy development
- Supervising staff
Experience must include two (2) years of:
- Working in health services/Medicaid, and/or family support, home visiting and/or other early childhood or human service-related field
- Current working knowledge of family-centered health integration with a focus on social determinants of maternal, infant and early childhood health outcomes
- Demonstrated ability to understand, organize and present information and data to various audiences, including developing formal and informal written and oral reports, briefings, presentations and technical reports
- Facilitating community engagement activities with diverse populations including agency personnel, stakeholders, and partners. Demonstrated ability to organize, prioritize and complete work within multiple competing timelines
- Current working knowledge of early learning and home visiting services including model components, services, and professionals
- Current working knowledge of Medicaid includes traditional Medicaid services, managed care and Healthier Washington innovation plans
Required competencies:
- The ability to take action to learn and grow
- The ability to take action to meet the needs of others
Preferred qualifications:
- Experience with continuous quality improvement approaches and change management techniques and practices
- Ability to respond quickly to special requests and excellent written and oral communication skills
- Experience with policy research and development and clearly explain finding and recommendations
- Ability to explain complex information in an easy-to-understand way
- Experience building and maintaining strong relationships with partners
How to apply:
Only candidates who reflect the required qualifications on their NEOGOV profile will be considered. Failure to follow the application instructions below may lead to disqualification. To apply for this position, you will need to complete your profile which includes three professional references and attach:
- A cover letter that specifically addresses how you meet the qualifications for this position
- Current resume
To take advantage of veteran preference, please do the following:
- Attach a copy of your DD214 (Member 4 long-form copy), NGB 22, or USDVA signed verification of service letter
- Please black out any PII (personally identifiable information) data such as social security numbers. Include your name as it appears on your application in careers.wa.gov.
Supplemental Information
About HCA:
Functioning as both the state's largest health care purchaser and its behavioral health authority, the Washington State Health Care Authority (HCA) is a leader in ensuring Washington residents have the opportunity to be as healthy as possible.
There are three pillars of our work: Apple Health (Medicaid); the Public Employees Benefits Board (PEBB) and School Employees Benefits Board (SEBB) programs; and behavioral health and recovery. Under these pillars, HCA purchases health care, including behavioral health treatment for more than 2.7 million Washington residents and provides behavioral health prevention, crisis, and recovery supports to all Washington residents.
What we have to offer:
- Meaningful work with friendly co-workers who care about those we serve Voices of HCA
- A clear agency mission that drives our work and is person-centered HCA's Mission, Vision & Values
- A healthy work/life balance, including alternative/flexible schedules and mobile work options
- A great total compensation and benefit package WA State Government Benefits
- A safe, pleasant workplace in a convenient location with restaurants, and shopping nearby
- And free parking!
Notes:
Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment.
HCA is an equal opportunity employer. We value the importance of creating an environment in which all employees can feel respected, included, and empowered to bring unique ideas to the agency. HCA has five employee resource groups (ERGs). ERGs are voluntary, employee-led groups whose aim is to foster a diverse, inclusive workplace aligned with HCA’s mission. Our diversity and inclusion efforts include embracing different cultures, backgrounds and viewpoints while fostering growth and advancement in the workplace. Studies have shown women, racial and ethnic minorities, and persons of disability are less likely to apply for jobs unless they feel they meet every qualification as described in a job description. Persons over 40 years of age, disabled and Vietnam era veterans, as well as people of all sexual orientations and gender identities are also encouraged to apply. If you have any questions about the required qualifications or how your experience relates to them, please contact us at HCAjobs@hca.wa.gov. Persons with disabilities needing assistance in the application process, or those needing this job announcement in an alternative format may contact Lisa Fleming at (360) 725-1723 or lisa.fleming@hca.wa.gov.
The Washington State Health Care Authority (HCA) is an E-Verify employer. All applicants with a legal right to work in the United States are encouraged to apply.
E-Verify® is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security.
Subscribe to our weekly newsletter to receive a list of new job postings at HCA.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Visa Sponsorship as a Systems Analyst
Specialize in a major enterprise platform
Systems analysts who specialize in SAP, Oracle, Salesforce, or Microsoft Dynamics are in higher demand than generalists. Platform-specific expertise requires significant training and certification, making it harder to source domestically. Companies implementing or maintaining these systems regularly sponsor analysts with relevant platform skills.
Target large IT services and consulting firms
Infosys, TCS, Cognizant, Accenture, and Deloitte employ thousands of systems analysts across the U.S. and have high-volume H-1B filing programs. While these roles may involve client site work, the firms offer structured visa sponsorship and exposure to diverse technology environments.
Master requirements gathering and documentation
The core value of a systems analyst is translating business needs into technical requirements. Strong skills in use case documentation, process flow diagrams, and functional specification writing differentiate you from general IT support candidates. The CBAP certification from IIBA validates this specialized competency.
Learn agile and project management methodologies
Most enterprise systems projects now follow agile or hybrid methodologies. Systems analysts who can work within Scrum frameworks, manage backlogs, and facilitate sprint planning are more effective in modern development environments. CSM or PMI-ACP certifications can complement your systems analysis expertise.
Develop integration and API knowledge
Modern systems rarely operate in isolation. Systems analysts who understand API integration, middleware platforms like MuleSoft, and data exchange formats are better equipped to design solutions connecting enterprise systems. This integration expertise is particularly valued at organizations undergoing digital transformation.
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Find Systems Analyst JobsFrequently Asked Questions
Do companies sponsor H-1B visas for systems analysts?
Yes, systems analyst is a well-established H-1B occupation with consistent filing activity. The role falls under SOC code 15-1211 (Computer Systems Analysts), which is one of the most commonly filed H-1B occupation codes. Large IT services firms, consulting companies, and enterprise organizations across industries sponsor systems analysts regularly.
What degree is required for systems analyst H-1B petitions?
Systems analyst H-1B petitions typically require a bachelor's degree in computer science, information systems, or a related technical field. The SOC code 15-1211 has a well-documented history of H-1B approvals, and the degree-to-occupation alignment is generally straightforward for candidates with relevant technical degrees.
How to find Systems Analyst jobs with visa sponsorship?
To find Systems Analyst jobs with visa sponsorship, use Migrate Mate, which specializes in connecting international candidates with sponsoring employers. Focus on technology companies, financial services, healthcare organizations, and government contractors that commonly hire Systems Analysts on H-1B, TN, or O-1 visas. These employers often have established sponsorship programs and understand the visa process for technical roles.
What certifications help systems analysts get sponsored?
Certified Business Analysis Professional (CBAP), ITIL Foundation, and platform-specific certifications like Salesforce Administrator or SAP Certified Application Associate are valued for systems analyst roles. These credentials demonstrate expertise in requirements gathering, system design, and enterprise platform implementation that supports the specialty occupation argument.
What is the salary range for sponsored systems analyst positions?
Systems analyst salaries in the U.S. typically range from $65,000 to $110,000 depending on industry, location, and specialization. Roles at major tech companies or financial institutions in high-cost metro areas tend to be at the upper end. The prevailing wage for SOC 15-1211 varies by geographic area and experience level.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Systems Analyst jobs?
When a U.S. employer sponsors a foreign worker for a work visa, they are legally required to pay at least the "prevailing wage" — the average wage paid to workers in the same occupation, in the same geographic area, with similar experience. This is set by the Department of Labor to prevent employers from hiring foreign workers at below-market rates. The prevailing wage varies significantly by role, location, and experience level — for example, a systems analyst in Texas will have a different prevailing wage than the same role in a smaller state. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search.
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