IT Business Analyst II / 60019068

State of South Carolina

Richland County, SC(remote)

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$52,100–$88,600 Per Year
SKILLS
Acceptance Testing, Bug Tracking/Defect Management, Business Analysis, Business Solutions, Claims Processing, Compensation and Benefits, Computer Science, Computer Skills, Computer Systems, Cross-Functional, Data Analysis, Data Sets, Data Visualization Tools, Department of Health and Human Services, Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO), Health Insurance, High School Diploma, Identify Issues, Information Technology & Information Systems, Medicaid, Operational Support, Operations Management, Project/Program Management, Quality Assurance, Reconciliation, Request for Information (RFI), SQL (Structured Query Language), Statistical Analysis System (SAS), Statistics Software, System Operations, System Test, Systems Administration/Management, Systems Analysis, Testing, Trend Analysis, Work From Home
LOCATION
Richland County, SC
POSTED
30+ days ago

IT Business Analyst II / 60019068

Salary

$52,100.00 - $88,600.00 Annually

Location

Richland County, SC

Job Type

FTE - Full-Time

Job Number

187701

Agency

Department of Health and Human Services

Division

Bureau of Medicaid Systems

Opening Date

04/27/2026

Closing Date

5/1/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Class Code:

AM03

Position Number:

60019068

Normal Work Schedule:

Monday - Friday (8:30 - 5:00)

Pay Grade

TEC04

Opening Date

04/27/2026

EEO Statement

Equal Opportunity Employer

Agency Specific Application Procedures:

Failure to provide detailed and complete information may result in your application not being referred.

Veteran Preference Statement

South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.

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Job Responsibilities

The Agencys mission is to be boldly innovative in improving the health and quality of life for South Carolinians.

This position is located in Bureau of Medicaid Systems, Richland County.

This is an in-office role and not a telecommute or remote position.

Are you the One? We are looking for an IT Business Analyst II who will serve as a Business/Systems Analyst for the MMIS Operations team, under general supervision by the Medicaid Systems Operations Manager. As such, the Information Systems/Business Analyst is responsible for activities supporting MMIS operational activities including reporting and analytics, systems support, testing, and coordination with business users.

  • Develops, retrieves, and distributes reports and datasets to multiple internal and external stakeholders for purposes of monitoring, reconciliation, and operational processing.
  • Performs operational support activities for the legacy MMIS and subsystems. Receives and responds to requests and inquiries from business stakeholders. Monitors vendor requests and coordinates between business and technical staff. Identifies trending issues and escalates to program management as needed. Translates business requests and needs into system requirements and technical requests. Serves as a subject matter expert associated with content, processes, and procedures.
  • Supports, monitors, and coordinates the Data Match process whereby providers can request eligibility information for recipients for periods outside of those available in the standard eligibility verification interfaces/tools.
  • Documents and performs user acceptance testing for MMIS changes as assigned. Reviews and verifies QA and UA results as assigned. Documents issues and defects for triage and resolution.
  • Identifies and completes appropriate and relevant professional development activities.
  • Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor.

The South Carolina Department of Health and Human Services offers an exceptional benefits package for FTE and TGE positions 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.

Minimum and Additional Requirements

A high school diploma and experience in computer system support, operations, development, and/or modification.

Knowledge of Medicaid eligibility & enrollment processes and procedures. Knowledge of Medicaid claims and provider operations concepts.

Additional Requirements:

  • Sitting or standing for long periods of time.
  • Overtime and/or weekend work with Deputy approval.

Preferred Qualifications

  • The preferred candidate will have a bachelors degree in computer science, information technology, or a related discipline.
  • Experience working with a Medicaid eligibility and/or enrollment information system in an operations capacity.
  • Experience in data analysis tools and techniques, such as SQL, Excel, data visualization tools, and statistical analysis software.
  • IT experience combined with a strong understanding of business concepts and claims processing.
  • Proven experience as a Business Analyst or in a related role.
  • Experience working in a cross-functional team environment.
  • This position is 100% Operations (75/25) under the MMIS Legacy APD

Additional Comments

Please complete the State application to include all current and previous work history and education. A resume will not be accepted nor reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position. Supplemental questions are considered part of your official application for qualification purposes. All applicants must apply online. All correspondence from the Office of Human Resources will be through electronic mail.

The South Carolina Department of Health and Human Services is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, including, but not limited, to lactation), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information.

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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The responses you provide to these Supplemental Questions will be used in combination with your application to determine whether you meet the minimum qualification requirements. Please, thoroughly complete the Education and Work Experience sections of your application and the Supplemental Questions. Failure to provide detailed and complete information will result in your application being rejected. Any misrepresentation or omissions will result in your disqualification from employment and/or termination. You may not submit resumes in lieu of filling out the application or answering the Supplemental Questions. I acknowledge that I have read, understand, and agree with the above.

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Do you have a high school diploma/GED?

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Do you have experience in computer system support, operations, development, and/or modification?

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Do you wish to claim Veteran Preference? If yes, you must submit a copy of your DD214 Form with your job application in order to qualify and claim this preference.

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Employer State of South Carolina

Agency Department of Health and Human Services Address 1801 Main Street, Suite 224

Columbia, South Carolina, 29201

Phone 803-898-2670

The language used in this document does not create an employment contract between the employee and the agency. This document does not create any contractual rights or entitlements. The agency reserves the right to revise the content of this document, in whole or in part. No promises or assurances, whether written or oral, which are contrary to or inconsistent with the terms of this paragraph create any contract of employment.

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