FPA3 - Provider Contract Analyst

State of Washington
State of Washington

IT

Tumwater, WA, USA

USD 5,137-6,906 / month

Posted on Jun 12, 2026

Description

This recruitment will remain open until July 3, 2026. The agency reserves the right to make a hiring decision at any time after the initial screening date on June 10, 2026. It is in the applicant’s best interest to submit materials as soon as possible.


Make a Difference: Protect Consumers & Join Our Dynamic Team!

The Office of the Insurance Commissioner (OIC) seeks a qualified individual for the FPA3 – Provider Contract Analyst position. This role is within the Rates, Forms, and Provider Networks Division and is based out of our Tumwater Office.

We are an employer of choice! Here’s why:

  • Meaningful work: Ensure a healthy insurance market & protect Washington consumers.
  • Impactful career: Make a daily difference in the lives of countless Washingtonians.
  • Small agency, big opportunities: Gain a holistic understanding of our mission and build strong relationships with colleagues.
  • Diversity, equity, and inclusion: OIC is committed to ensuring that all employees enjoy a respectful, safe, and supportive working environment - by fostering the inclusion of people from all backgrounds, cultures, and attributes.

About the Position

At the Washington State Office of the Insurance Commissioner (OIC), we play a vital role in protecting consumers, the public interest, and Washington’s economy by ensuring the insurance marketplace operates fairly, transparently, and in compliance with the law. A key part of that mission is making sure health insurance carriers build and maintain provider networks that give consumers meaningful access to health care services.

The Functional Program Analyst 3 (FPA3) in the Provider Network Oversight Program directly supports this work. Assigned to the Provider Contract Unit within the Rates, Forms, and Provider Networks (RFPN) Division, this position serves as a provider and facility contract analyst responsible for reviewing health care provider contracts and related agreements. Reporting to the Functional Program Analyst 4 Supervisor, the FPA3 performs independent, objective analyses of simple to moderately complex contracts to ensure compliance with Washington insurance laws, federal requirements, and applicable case law.

In this role, you will help ensure that provider contracts are legally compliant, clearly written, and structured in a way that supports stable, accessible provider networks. By identifying compliance issues, documenting objections, and working collaboratively with insurers, providers, and internal partners, the FPA3 helps move contracts efficiently toward approval—supporting timely network development and maintenance across the state.

This position offers an opportunity to apply analytical and critical-thinking skills to real-world regulatory challenges that directly impact access to health care for Washington residents. If you are detail-oriented, enjoy interpreting complex information, and are motivated by public service and consumer protection, this role provides meaningful work with tangible results.

This recruitment may be used to establish a qualified pool of candidates for Functional Program Analyst 3 vacancies in the next sixty days.

This is a Washington General Service position. The monthly salary range for this position is $5,137 - $6,906.

Benefits & Perks
  • Comprehensive benefits package: Health, dental, vision, retirement, paid leave (vacation, sick, etc.) and much more!
  • Supportive work environment: We value diversity, professional growth, and collaborative atmosphere.
  • Wellness programs: Invest in your well-being with on-site resources and initiatives.
  • Work-life balance: Flexible schedules with telework opportunities.
  • Public service fulfillment: Contribute to a cause that matters and feel the satisfaction of serving the public good.
  • Training & Development: Continuously learn and grow with tuition reimbursement, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and other programs.
  • Free parking (Tumwater) & Public transportation pass (Thurston County): Save on commuting costs.
  • And more! Explore our website for additional benefits: https://www.insurance.wa.gov

Duties

The duties of the position include but are not limited to:

  • Independently review and analyze health carrier provider and facility contracts, contract amendments, leasing agreements, compensation exhibits, and single case agreements to determine compliance with Washington state insurance laws, federal laws, regulations, and applicable case law.
  • Perform objective, unbiased evaluations of simple to moderately complex provider contracting arrangements, interpreting contract language and contractual relationships to assess legal and regulatory compliance.
  • Apply relevant RCWs, WACs, federal requirements, and legal precedent to contract reviews and document findings clearly and accurately.
  • Identify contract provisions that do not meet regulatory requirements and draft clear, well-supported objections and recommendations outlining how contracts can be brought into compliance.
  • Communicate compliance concerns and regulatory requirements to health carriers, providers, attorneys, and third-party filers, and work collaboratively with these parties to resolve issues and reach final disposition on submitted contracts.
  • Consult and collaborate with the Functional Program Analyst 4 Supervisor, Program Manager, and other OIC staff regarding contract review issues that may impact network development, network maintenance, or the broader insurance marketplace.
  • Conduct research and provide subject matter guidance related to provider contracting requirements to internal and external stakeholders.
  • Facilitate consistent and uniform contract review standards by discussing regulations, case law, and contract provisions with OIC staff and participating in cross-team coordination.
  • Communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders regarding the status, requirements, and implications of provider contract reviews.
  • Maintain accurate documentation and records of contract reviews, analyses, correspondence, and final decisions in accordance with OIC procedures and records retention requirements.
  • Perform other related duties and projects as assigned by the supervisor or Program Manager in support of program goals.

To read more about this position and view all duties, click here to request a position description.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

  • Six (6) years of professional full-time work experience* in areas such as contract management, drafting and/or review of legal documents; regulatory examinations, regulatory compliance, or health care benefit plan design, distribution, or administration.

Academic Degree Equivalency Chart

Degree

Years of Relevant Experience Equivalency

Associate’s Degree

2 years of experience

Bachelor’s Degree

4 years of experience

Master’s Degree

5 years of experience

*A degree in public administration, business administration, law/legal studies, finance or related field from an accredited institution whose accreditation is recognized by the U.S. Department of Education or the Council of Higher Education Accreditation, or a foreign equivalent may be substituted for relevant experience. Proof of degree may be required prior to employment. If a degree was awarded outside of the United States, candidates must provide a credential evaluation report.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

  • Intermediate-level skills in Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel

Preferred/Desired Qualifications:

  • Experience using the System for Electronic Rate and Form Filing (SERFF) software program.
  • Intermediate-level skills in Adobe Acrobat Pro
  • Working toward or having an industry specific designation such as Fellow Life Management Institute (FLMI) or Health Insurance Associate (HIA) or similar.
  • Experience drafting, analyzing, researching, or applying the provisions of health or disability products or provider contracting rules or laws

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Supplemental Information

  • This position is represented by the Washington Federation of State Employees (WFSE).
  • Wage/salary depends on qualifications or state rules of compensation (if currently a state employee).
  • State law (RCW 48.02.090[5]) prohibits employees of the OIC from having any interest, directly or indirectly, in an insurance company other than as a policyholder. This prohibition includes the receipt of renewal commissions. If employment is accepted with this agency, you agree to abide by this state law.
  • Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant’s suitability and competence to perform in the position.
  • If claiming veteran status, please send your DD 214 to recruitment@oic.wa.gov with FPA3_2026-04558 in the subject line.Please do not attach the DD214 to your application materials. Please black out personally identifiable data such as social security numbers.
  • The Office of Insurance Commissioner is an equal opportunity employer, does not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, race, creed, color, national origin, honorably discharged veteran or military status, or the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability or the use of a trained service animal by a person with a disability. Persons requiring reasonable accommodation in the application process or requiring information in an alternative format may contact the recruitment team at Recruitment@oic.wa.gov. Those with a hearing impairment in need of accommodation are encouraged to contact the Washington Relay Service at 1-800-676-3777 or www.washingtonrelay.com.
  • If you are having technical difficulties creating, accessing (log in, password or email issues) or completing your application (error messages), please call toll-free at (855) 524-5627.
  • Contact us: For inquiries about this position, please contact us at Recruitment@oic.wa.gov and add the requisition number 2026-04558 and job name to the subject line of your email.


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