APD Writer

Work Arrangement: 100% Remote • Interview: Webcam Only • Duration: Long-Term Contract

About the Role

The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (NC DHHS), Division of Health Benefits, is seeking an experienced APD Writer to develop high-quality Medicaid Enterprise System (MES) Advanced Planning Documents (APDs) that support NC Medicaid initiatives. The ideal candidate will have experience preparing CMS-compliant APDs, drafting federal submission documents, collaborating with business and technical stakeholders, and translating complex technical information into clear, concise documentation. LinkedIn profile required.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain Advanced Planning Documents (APDs) supporting NC Medicaid initiatives.
• Draft CMS submission letters and supporting documentation.
• Translate complex technical and business requirements into clear, accurate, and compliant documentation.
• Collaborate with business teams, vendors, project managers, budget offices, and contract teams to gather and validate information.
• Ensure APDs are complete, well-structured, strategically aligned, and submitted on schedule.
• Coordinate APD review meetings and manage stakeholder feedback.
• Review contract and amendment submission documents for clarity, accuracy, and compliance.
• Communicate project updates and APD status to leadership and stakeholders.
• Stay current with CMS policy changes, Medicaid regulations, and organizational initiatives.
• Prepare documentation for internal and external review and approval.
• Develop presentations, reports, and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Support responses to CMS questions during APD and procurement review processes.

Requirements

• Minimum 2 years of Advanced Planning Document (APD) development experience.
• 5+ years of experience supporting Medicaid, NC FAST, HHS, or similar public sector programs.
• Strong knowledge of CMS regulations and Federal/State Medicaid policies.
• Experience managing multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Project Suite, MS Teams, Zoom, and collaboration tools.
• Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills.
• Experience facilitating meetings, stakeholder engagement, and project coordination.
• Ability to create PowerPoint presentations and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Knowledge of state, local, and county government regulations related to grants, contracts, and Medicaid eligibility.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with RFPs, RFIs, grant writing, or contract documentation.
• Experience supporting Medicaid Enterprise Systems (MES).
• Knowledge of procurement documentation and federal funding requirements.

Skills

• Advanced Planning Document (APD) Development
• Medicaid / NC FAST / HHS
• CMS Regulations & Medicaid Policies
• Project Management
• Stakeholder Management
• Microsoft Project Suite / Teams / Zoom
• Technical & Business Writing
• PowerPoint & SOP Development
• Government Regulations
• RFP / RFI / Grant / Contract Experience