Position Information

NY HELPSNo

55-b/c EligibleNo

AgencyHealth, Department of

TitleHealth Program Administrator 1 - 46290

Occupational CategoryOther Professional Careers

Salary Grade23

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

Salary RangeFrom $90582 to $114585 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Contingent Permanent

InternshipNo

Jurisdictional Class Competitive Class

Travel Percentage 0%

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 Office Of Health Insurance Programs/Division of Eligibility and Marketplace Integration/ Bureau of Division Support

99 Washington Ave

City Albany

StateNY

Zip Code12237

Job Specifics

Duties Description Duties of this position may include but not be limited to:

Supervise and guide HPA staff in Bureau and Division operations.
Serve as program liaison to a variety of parties including DEMI Division staff, OHIP staff, DOH OGA, LDSS, and other internal and external stakeholders.
Communicate and coordinate with all appropriate parties to ensure updates and translations to Medicaid eligibility vital documents and forms are made timely and in accordance with all applicable rules and regulations.
Develop bureau policies and procedures resulting from legislative or administrative actions including HR 1 and MECM that require new or modified processes for program implementation and monitoring. Assist in the development of standards.
Prepare written material in the form of reports, correspondence, and other documents related to program functions, including ECU and OGA resolution forms, and vendor monitoring documentation.
Participate in the development and implementation of public health care programs carried out through memoranda of understanding (MOUs) and letters of agreement (LOAs) with other State and local agencies. Navigate the Executive Deputy Commissioner Clearance process for appropriate vetting.
Assist with managing administrative aspects of agency programs, Bureaus, and the Division.
Oversee applicable contractual arrangements between the Division and outside stakeholders and furnish technical assistance to and ongoing oversight of such programs or contracts.
Participate in special projects as needed.

Minimum Qualifications Reassignment:
Current New York State Department of Health employee with permanent or contingent permanent status as a Health Program Administrator 1, SG-23.

Permanent Transfer Candidates:
Current New York State employee with one year or more of permanent or contingent permanent service in a title eligible for transfer to Health Program Administrator 1, SG-23, under Section 52.6 or 70.1 of the Civil Service Law.

Preferred Qualifications: Preferred candidates will have excellent verbal and written communication skills; strong analytical skills and attention to detail; strong organizational skills; proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Access); the ability to work well independently and as part of a team, and to manage multiple priorities in order to meet deadlines.

Additional Comments When reviewing qualifications, omissions and vagueness cannot be interpreted in the candidate’s favor. Candidates are responsible for providing accurate and clear descriptions of their experience demonstrating how they meet the minimum qualifications.

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.

The 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 of the position (beginning of the salary range). 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.

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How to Apply

Name Human Resources Management Group, SCD/HPA1/46290

Telephone 518-486-1812

Fax 518-473-3395

Email Address resume@health.ny.gov

Address

Street Room 2217, Corning Tower Building, Empire State Plaza

City Albany

State NY

Zip Code 12237

 

Notes on Applying Please submit your resume and cover letter as one (1) document, preferably in PDF format, by email to resume@health.ny.gov, with Reference SCD/HPA1/46290 included in the subject line or by mail to Human Resources Management Group, SCD/HPA1/46290, 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.