Position Information

NY HELPNo

AgencyHealth, Department of

TitleHealth Program Administrator 3 - 87332

Occupational CategoryHealth Care, Human/Social Services

Salary Grade27

Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)

Salary RangeFrom $106898 to $131665 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Contingent Permanent

Jurisdictional Class Competitive Class

Travel Percentage 10%

Schedule

Workweek Mon-Fri

Hours Per Week 37.5

Workday

From 9 AM

To 5 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? Yes

Location

County Albany

Street Address Division of Program Development and Management

99 Washington Avenue

City Albany

StateNY

Zip Code12210

Job Specifics

Duties Description This Assistant Bureau Director level position will report to the Director of the Division of Program Development and Management (DPDM) and will be responsible for assisting in the management and oversight of the Bureau of Social Care and Community Supports. The incumbent will take a lead role in the management and oversight of the New York Health Equity Reform 1115 Waiver Program. Through this initiative, NYS is fundamentally reforming the way health care services are delivered through the Medicaid program by integrating social care supports for high-risk Medicaid members. The incumbent will serve as the bureau's liaison with the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services, state agency and Executive leadership, and the Medicaid provider community regarding policy areas under the bureau's purview. The policy areas include: Medicaid Social Care and Community Support Programs and the New York Health Equity Reform Waiver, housing support services, Empire State Supportive Housing Initiative (ESSHI), hospital violence prevention programs, community health worker services, medical respite, Medicaid-covered nutrition supports, medically tailored meals, and other social care support initiatives. The incumbent will assist in establish bureau priorities and provide direction to ensure the efficiency and quality of services provided to members. They will review federal authority documents prepared by experts on their team. Additionally, they will coordinate with several other divisions in the Office of Health Insurance Programs to ensure successful communication of policy guidance to members, providers and Medicaid managed care plans. They will also make recommendations to the bureau director and oversee the preparation of budget requests and materials for the annual state of the state agenda. They will lead implementation of improvements to Medicaid policy resulting from changes in federal or state laws or regulations or changes in the Medicaid program strategic priorities. The position will supervise three units in a bureau of 30 to 40 professional staff.

Minimum Qualifications Permanent Transfer Candidates: Current NYS Department of Health employee with one year of permanent or contingent-permanent, competitive, service as a Health Program Administrator 3, SG-27, and eligible to transfer under Section 70.1 or Section 52.6 of the NYS Civil Service Law OR Current NYS employee with one year of permanent or contingent-permanent, competitive, service in a title SG-25 or higher and eligible to transfer under Section 70.1 or Section 52.6 of the NYS Civil Service Law.

Preferred Qualifications: Skilled in interfacing with Medicaid providers, members, advocacy organizations, and state and federal government partners. Experienced with performance based metrics and developing policy changes to improve program efficiency. Able to oversee and manage multi-faceted, long-term projects. Familiarity with state and federal requirements related to the delivery of Medicaid services. Familiarity with the processes for requesting federal waivers, Medicaid State Plan Amendments, and regulatory changes. Experienced with serving as a policy maker responsible for making recommendations to bureau director. Skilled in communicating complex Medicaid requirements to various stakeholders including the general public, the media, Medicaid members, providers, bureau director, and executive leadership. Experienced leading a team of professionals in implementing change, including overseeing project planning and execution.

Additional Comments This position may require travel throughout New York State including overnights to areas not served by public transportation.

The NYS Department of Health is committed to making New York a safer, healthier, and more equitable place to live. Understanding health equity, social determinants of health and health disparities is critical to accomplish our goal of eliminating health disparities. For more information on the NYS Department of Health’s Mission, Vision, Values and Strategic Plan, please visit: https://health.ny.gov/commissioner/index.htm

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How to Apply

Name Human Resources Management Group

Telephone 518-486-1812

Fax 518-473-3395

Email Address Resume@health.ny.gov

Address

Street Corning Tower, Empire State Plaza, Room 2217

City Albany

State NY

Zip Code 12237

 

Notes on ApplyingPlease submit your resume and cover letter as one (1) document, preferably in PDF format, by email to resume@health.ny.gov, with Reference EW/HPA3/87332 included in the subject line or by mail to Human Resources Management Group, EW/HPA3/87332, Rm 2217, Corning Tower Building, Empire State Plaza, Albany, NY 12237-0012, or by fax to (518) 473-3395. Failure to include the required information may result in your resume not being considered for this position.