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Office of Affordable Health Care

Opening Date: November 09, 2026

Closing Date: November 24, 2026

Grade / Admin Unit: 22 / Professional/Technical

Job Class Code: 0653 Salary: $49,296.00 - $68,785.60/Annually Position Number: 149000003

Location: Augusta

Currently, this position is not eligible for visa sponsorship or STEM OPT extensions.

ABOUT THE OFFICE:

The Office of Affordable Health Care (OAHC) is an independent state agency responsible for monitoring and analyzing health care spending in Maine and advancing policy solutions aimed at reducing costs for consumers while improving their experience within the health care system. Established in 2023, the Office operates under the general policy direction of an Advisory Council and the Legislature’s Joint Standing Committee on Health Coverage, Insurance, and Financial Services. Since its creation, OAHC has led and supported major legislative initiatives focused on commercial health care pricing and the development of a health care provider market oversight program in Maine. The Office is also a partner in implementing Maine’s Rural Health Transformation Program, a major initiative focused on strengthening rural health care across the state.

Additional information about the Office and its initiatives, including recent publications and meeting records, are available on the OAHC website: https://www.maine.gov/oahc/

JOB DESCRIPTION:

The Policy Analyst will support research and analysis across a wide range of policy topics including health insurance coverage and costs, health care spending, provider and prescription drug access and prices, and delivery system reform. They will have the opportunity to contribute to the office’s legislative agenda, engage with interested parties including legislators, and gain hands on experience with the policymaking process. The ideal candidate will have a comprehensive understanding of the U.S. health care system; prior experience developing, analyzing, and/or advancing legislation; and a drive to make health care more affordable and accessible for Maine people.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Research a wide range of health policy topics, providing summaries and recommendations to the Executive Director.
• Author and contribute to reports, blog posts, stakeholder presentations and other public-facing work products.
• Monitor and report back on relevant legislation, including attending work sessions and public hearings, tracking amendments and bill status, and following floor debate.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to solicit feedback on policy proposals and to advance the office’s agenda.
• Under the direction of the Senior Analyst, assist with data analysis and data visualization projects.
• Contribute to the development of communication materials for legislative campaigns and other activities related to the office’s agenda.
• Perform some limited administrative tasks including taking minutes during Board and Advisory Council meetings, assisting with the planning and execution of special events, and making website updates.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

• Foundational understanding of the United States health care system, including detailed knowledge of public and private insurance programs and reimbursement models.
• Ability to absorb and synthesize information quickly and accurately.
• Familiarity with legislative processes; prior experience working with the Maine legislature preferred.
• Excellent writing skills, including experience summarizing laws, policies, or other complex subject matter.
• Demonstrated effective communicator.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Ability to work independently and in team settings.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• A Bachelors Degree in Business or Public Administration, Planning, Economics, or related area and three (3) years of related work experience. Equivalent related work experience may be substituted for education on a year-for-year basis.

PREFERENCES:

• Preferred candidates will also have a demonstrated commitment to improving the affordability and/or accessibility of health care.

• Note: Benefits may vary somewhat according to specific collective bargaining agreements and are prorated for anything less than full-time.

• There's a job and then there's purposeful, transformative work. Our aim is to create a workplace where you can learn, grow, and continuously refine your skills. Applicants demonstrate job requirements in differing ways, and we appreciate that many skills and backgrounds can make people successful in this role.

• As an Equal Opportunity employer, Maine State Government embraces a culture of respect and awareness. We are committed to creating a strong sense of belonging for all team members, and our process ensures an inclusive environment to applicants of all backgrounds including diverse race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity, physical or mental disability, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, familial status or genetics.