Position Information

NY HELPYes

AgencyHealth, Department of

TitleHealth Program Administrator/ Trainee 1/ Trainee 2 (NY HELPS) - 87811

Occupational CategoryOther Professional Careers

Salary Grade18

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

Salary RangeFrom $53764 to $85138 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Permanent

Jurisdictional Class Competitive Class

Travel Percentage 5%

Schedule

Workweek Mon-Fri

Hours Per Week 37.5

Workday

From 8 AM

To 5 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? Yes

Location

County Albany

Street Address Office of Health Insurance Programs/ Division of Health Plan Contracting and Oversight/ Bureau of Managed Care Certification and Surveillance

99 Washington Avenue

City Albany

StateNY

Zip Code12210

Job Specifics

Duties Description Within the Division of Health Care Plan Contracting & Oversight, Bureau of Managed Care Certification and Surveillance, the incumbent will assist New York State in providing daily oversight of Managed Care Organizations (MCO) to ensure compliance with Public Health Law Articles 44 and 49 as well as 10 NYCRR Part 98.

Specific duties and responsibilities may include but are not limited to:
Management of the Bureau databases used to track MCO Contracts and MCO Contacts, produce reports when requested.
Review of Contract submissions and database updates.
Analyze state and federal legislation related to managed care and review for impact on existing program operations.
Serve as lead for the management of Bureau SharePoint sites
Management of multiple Bureau shared mailboxes.
Prepare reports and draft correspondence in relation to MCO survey activities.
Draft reports, policies, and procedures for internal and external review and distribution.
Issue written correspondence with MCO’s once approved.

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, SG-18 OR a current NYS employee with one year of permanent or contingent permanent, competitive, service in a title eligible to transfer under Section 52.6, Section 70.1, or Section 70.4 of the NYS Civil Service Law to Health Program Administrator, SG-18, Health Program Administrator Trainee 1,NS, or Health Program Administrator Trainee 2, NS.

Non-Competitive Candidates via NY HELPS Program:
Health Program Administrator: Six years of experience* in the administration, supervision, and oversight of agency programs including but not limited to the design, implementation, administration, management, operation, and assessment of program effectiveness.
Health Program Administrator, Trainee 2: Five years of experience* in the administration, supervision, and oversight of agency programs including but not limited to the design, implementation, administration, management, operation, and assessment of program effectiveness.
Health Program Administrator, Trainee 1: Four years of experience* in the administration, supervision, and oversight of agency programs including but not limited to the design, implementation, administration, management, operation, and assessment of program effectiveness.

*Substitution: An associate degree may substitute for two years of experience; a bachelor's degree may substitute for four years of experience; a master's degree may substitute for five years of experience; and a doctorate may substitute for six years of experience.

Preferred Qualifications: Knowledge of Medicaid Program, excellent organizational and communication skills; Experience in handling confidential information; Strong attention to detail; Ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks and maintain accurate records and filing systems, including the creation of efficient and effective electronic filing systems; Experience using various computer software such as, Microsoft Office products (SharePoint, Outlook, Word, Teams, Excel and Power Point), Webex, Zoom and Adobe Pro.

Additional Comments This position is part of the NYS HELPS program. No examination is required.

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

We offer a work-life balance and a generous benefits package, worth 65% of salary, including:

• Holiday & Paid Time Off
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
• Pension from New York State Employees’ Retirement System
• Shift & Geographic pay differentials
• Affordable Health Care options
• Family dental and vision benefits at no additional cost
• NYS Deferred Compensation plan
• Access to NY 529 and NY ABLE College Savings Programs, and U.S. Savings Bonds
• And many more...

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

If you require reasonable accommodation to complete a job application, a job interview or to otherwise participate in the hiring process, please contact by phone 518-486-1812 or email doh.sm.reasonable.accommodation@health.ny.gov to make a request.

NYS Department of Health does not participate in E-Verify and does not sponsor visa applications.

For new State employees appointed to graded positions, the annual salary is the hiring rate (beginning of the Salary Range) of the position. Promotion salaries are calculated by the NYS Office of the State Comptroller in accordance with NYS Civil Service Law, OSC Payroll rules and regulations and negotiated union contracts.

Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.

How to Apply

Name Human Resources Management Group

Telephone 5184861812

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/HPA/87811 included in the subject line or by mail to Human Resources Management Group, EW/HPA/87811, 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.