Regulatory Affairs Associate (Denver, CO - Field - Based)

Department & Position Overview:

We are seeking a detail-oriented Regulatory Affairs Associate who can also own policies and procedures (P&P) management to ensure our organization complies with all applicable laws, regulations, and licensing requirements. The ideal candidate will collaborate, monitor regulatory developments, prepare and submit licensing materials and maintain internal P&Ps across the organization. This role supports multiple jurisdictions, ensuring timely approvals and ongoing adherence to standards.

Everyday You Will:

Regulatory Monitoring & Strategy

• Collaborate with the Manager of Regulatory Affairs to track and communicate changes in local, regional, national, and international regulations that impact on our business.
• Maintain a regulatory strategy aligned with business goals and timelines.

Contract Management:

• Ensure all contracts with state and county agencies, Medicaid payors, and MCOs adhere to legal and regulatory requirements.
• Lead Change of Ownership (CHOW) applications and lead the state licensure process for new markets.

Contract Oversight & Documentation:

• Responsible for the accuracy of all documentation in support of contracts.
• Oversee the full lifecycle of contracts, including drafting, reviewing, and renewing agreements.
• Maintain meticulous records of contracts, licensing documents, and compliance filings.

Application & Renewal Management:

• Lead the submission and tracking of new state Medicaid applications, ensuring all required documentation is accurate and timely.

Policies & Procedures (P&P) management:

• Maintain comprehensive P&Ps that reflect regulatory requirements and industry standards.
• Maintain a centralized P&P governance framework, including version control, approval workflows, and change management.
• Ensure P&Ps are accessible
• Manage the lifecycle of P&Ps (creation, review, approval, distribution, training, obsolescence).
• Coordinate with Compliance and Operations to ensure P&Ps are accurate and enforceable.
• Additional Compliance duties as assigned

Ideal Candidate Will Possess:

• Bachelor’s degree in healthcare administration, Business Administration, Legal Studies, Public Policy, or a related field (required).
• Minimum 5 years of experience in the healthcare industry (required).
• Experience with contract management, licensing, or regulatory compliance in healthcare, Medicaid, or managed care (preferred).
• Experience with state Medicaid/Medicare applications or regulatory filings (preferred)
• This role requires in-depth knowledge and experience embodied by a seasoned professional with a full understanding of compliance

Nice to Have Qualifications:

• Notary Public certification (preferred).
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and regulatory knowledge are essential qualities.
• Experience Policy and Procedures Management
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
• Ability to work with highly protective information
• Ability to use best practices and knowledge of internal or external business issues to improve services and deliverables of the department
• Works on and solves problems of diverse scopes where analysis and/or perspective taking may be needed.
• Works effectively and efficiently independently, receiving occasional direction and guidance from leadership and operating within established guidelines, policies, and/or regulations
• Demonstrates good judgment in selecting methods and techniques for obtaining solutions.
• Acts as a resource for colleagues with less experience.
• Explains difficult or sensitive information; collaborates with others to build understanding, consensus and solutions.