APD Writer

About the role

This position develops Advanced Planning Documents (APDs) for the Medicaid Enterprise System (MES) and NC HIEA, along with other documentation supporting MES planning, implementation, and operational activities. The role reviews APDs, provides detailed feedback, drafts CMS submittal letters, and ensures all materials meet federal expectations. It requires strong stakeholder engagement, project coordination, and technical communication skills. The APD Writer translates complex information into clear, accessible documentation and collaborates with project teams, technical teams, vendors, and budget offices to produce well-structured, timely APDs aligned with CMS guidelines and program requirements.

Responsibilities

• Develop Advanced Planning Documents (APDs) for the Medicaid Enterprise System (MES) and NC HIEA.
• Review APDs and provide detailed feedback to ensure compliance with federal expectations.
• Draft CMS submittal letters and related documentation supporting MES planning, implementation, and operational activities.
• Engage stakeholders, coordinate projects, and communicate technical information clearly.
• Collaborate with project teams, technical teams, vendors, and budget offices to produce well-structured, timely APDs.

Requirements

• Prior experience developing APDs or related documents (e.g., RFPs, RFIs, contracts) — 3 years required.
• Working knowledge of government regulations as they pertain to the grant proposal and APD writing process — 3 years required.
• Ability to interpret Medicaid policies to ensure compliance with CMS regulations — 3 years required.
• Significant writing, proofreading, and editing skills — 5 years required.
• Demonstrated project management, training, and facilitating experience — 5 years required.
• Demonstrated stakeholder engagement and collaboration experience — 5 years required.
• Prior experience in procurement, budgeting, or accounting — 5 years required.
• Prior experience preparing health IT proposals or working in the healthcare technology environment — 5 years required.
• Well organized and possess excellent team-building skills — 5 years required.
• Experience utilizing time management capabilities in high-stress writing environments — 3 years required.
• Experience in the development of documents based on information obtained through requirements gathering — 5 years required.
• Familiarity with health IT and health information exchange concepts — 3 years required.

Qualifications

• Prior experience working with NC Medicaid and/or the NC HIEA — 3 years highly desired.