Data Analyst – Medicaid Fraud Division

Who May Apply: Open to all qualified applicants
Date Posted: 6/23/2025
Closing Date: 7/7/2025
LA5 Salary Range: $25.14 - $37.60 / hourly; $52,492 - $78,508 / annually LA6 Salary Range: $28.26 - $41.43 / hourly; $59,006 - $86,505 / annually LA7 Salary Range: $31.61 - $47.69 / hourly; $66,001 - $99,576 / annually

Job Summary

The Office of Attorney General Keith Ellison has a clear mission: we help Minnesotans afford their lives and live with dignity, safety, and respect. We are a dynamic group of dedicated professionals who choose public service as a calling, and we are actively and intentionally committed to supporting an internal culture that affirms that calling. The Office is one of Minnesota’s largest public law offices and as of 2025, has been recognized as a Star Tribune Top Workplace Minnesota for five years in a row and Top Workplace USA for four years in a row.

The Office is currently seeking a Data Analyst in the Medicaid Fraud Control Unit (MFCU) of the Office. The MFCU conducts criminal and civil investigations into health care providers suspected of defrauding the Minnesota Medicaid program.

A successful candidate in this position will be able to:

• Review, analyze, organize, and sort large volumes of data
• Generate reports to support the investigations within the MFCU
• Review the allegation(s) being investigated, the applicable Medicaid program rules, and the relationship of those components to the claims data and/or relevant data obtained from state agencies or insurance companies
• Work with large, complex data sets
• Synthesize findings into comprehensive reports
• Assist the Director and Investigative Auditor with administrative duties involved in complying with the Federal Grant Requirements, including but not limited to the Unit’s Annual Statistical Report (ASR), annual Grant Recertification
• Assist Lead Investigative Auditor with reviewing incoming referrals from State Agencies, Health Insurance Companies, Law Enforcement, duties would include assisting with a complete a preliminary analysis for the Lead Investigative Auditor to include open-source data

While most duties are in an office environment, analysts may also be called upon to assist with the execution of premises search warrants, as well as assist with the review of evidence seized during search warrants. Analysts are required to testify at in-person Court hearings about their findings, including at criminal jury trials.

This position is eligible for a hybrid work environment (combination of in-office work and telework).

Minimum Qualifications

• Related bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience as a data analyst or in a related position
• 1 year of professional experience in an analyst position using Microsoft Excel, including demonstrated experience with pivot tables, VLOOKUP, XLOOKUP or index/match functions, power query, and creating VBA macros/or Python linking to Excel
• Basic knowledge of the Minnesota Medicaid program, medical coding, and basic investigative techniques

To be considered at the LA6 level, candidates must have 6 or more years of directly related experience. To be considered at the LA7 level, candidates must have 12 or more years of directly related experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• 3 or more years of professional experience in an analyst position using Microsoft Excel, including demonstrated experience with pivot tables, VLOOKUP, XLOOKUP or index/match functions, power query, and creating VBA macros/or Python Linking to Excel
• Experience working with financial records
• Experience working in a criminal justice system
• Experience testifying in courtroom proceedings

How to Apply

Interested applicants must apply online through the State of Minnesota Careers website, which is the State’s official application and hiring site. The deadline for applications is Monday, July 7, 2025.

• Go to www.mn.gov/careers;
• Apply for posting number 86984
• Direct Link

If you have any questions about the application process, please contact Theresa Pinger at theresa.pinger@ag.state.mn.us or (651) 300-7162.

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Why Work For Us 

Working together to improve the state we love.

What do Minnesota's State employees have in common? 

• A sense of purpose in their work
• Connection with their coworkers and communities
• Opportunities for personal and professional growth

Benefits 

As an employee, you'll have access to one of the most affordable health insurance plans in Minnesota, along with other benefits to help you and your family be well.

Your benefits may include: 

• Paid vacation and sick leave
• 12 paid holidays each year
• Low-cost medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans
  • Fertility care, including IVF
  • Diabetes care
  • Dental and orthodontic care for adults and children
• 6 weeks paid leave for parents of newborn or newly adopted children
• Pension plan that provides income when you retire (after working at least three years)
• Employer paid life insurance to provide support for your family in the event of death
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance that can provide income if you are unable to work due to illness or injury
• Tax-free expense accounts for health, dental, and dependent care
• Resources that provide support and promote physical, emotional, social, and financial well-being

Support to help you reach your career goals:

• Training, classes, and professional development
• Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (Some positions may qualify; for more information, visit the Federal Student Aid website at studentaid.gov)

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for work/life support:

• A voluntary confidential program that helps employees and their families with life challenges that may impact overall health, personal well-being, or job performance
• Common sources of stress can be addressed through the EAP: mental health, relationship challenges (personal and work), grief and loss, finances, and legal issues
• Daily Living/Convenience Services: Chore services, home repair, trip planning, child/elder care

Programs, resources and benefits eligibility varies based on type of employment, agency, funding availability, union/collective bargaining agreement, location, and length of service with the State of Minnesota.

An Equal Opportunity Employer

Minnesota state agencies are equal opportunity, affirmative action, and veteran-friendly employers. State agencies are committed to creating a workforce that reflects the diversity of the state and strongly encourages persons of color and Indigenous communities, members of the LGBTQIA2S+ community, individuals with disabilities, women, and veterans to apply. The varied experiences and perspectives of employees strengthen the work we do together and our ability to best serve Minnesotans.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and disabilities related to pregnancy or childbirth), gender identity, gender expression, marital status, familial status, age, sexual orientation, status regarding public assistance, disability, veteran status or activity in a local Human Rights Commission or any other characteristic protected by law.

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