Review Vacancy
TitleHealth Program Administrator 4 - 89075
Occupational CategoryHealth Care, Human/Social Services
Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)
Salary RangeFrom $123754 to $151566 Annually
Appointment Type Contingent Permanent
Street Address Office of Health Insurance Programs/Division of Program Development and Management/Bureau of Health Access, Policy and Innovation
99 Washington Avenue
Duties Description This Assistant Bureau Director level position will report to the Director of the Bureau of Health Access, Policy and Innovation within the Division of Program Development and Management (DPDM). The incumbent will assist the bureau director as a liaison with the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services and the National Committee for Quality Assurance, other state agency leadership, and the Medicaid provider community regarding policy areas under the bureau's purview. The policy areas include Medicaid transportation coverage, telehealth policy, coverage of new medical technologies, advisory committee oversight, primary care (including the Patient Centered Medical Home (PCMH)), and the development and execution of the Medicaid Quality strategy. The incumbent will help establish bureau priorities and provide direction to ensure the efficiency and quality of services provided to members. They will approve 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 interface with oversight entities and serve as the primary liaison with the DOH Division of Legal Affairs. They will also make recommendations to leadership 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 incumbent will supervise two to three teams with approx. 10 staff members when fully staffed and will oversee a professional development strategy and skills training plan for all bureau employees.
Minimum Qualifications Current Department of Health employee with permanent or contingent-permanent status as a Health Program Administrator 4, G-29 or M-3; OR current NYS or DOH employee with one year of permanent or contingent-permanent service in a G-27 or M-2 or higher title, deemed eligible for transfer under Section 52.6 or Section 70.1 of the 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 lead policy maker responsible for making recommendations to executive leadership. Skilled in communicating complex Medicaid requirements to various stakeholders including the general public, the media, Medicaid members, providers, and executive leadership. Experience leading a team of professionals in implementing change, including overseeing project planning and execution.
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.
This position may require travel throughout New York State including overnights to areas not served by public transportation.
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Name Human Resources Management Group, EW/HPA4/89075
Email Address resume@health.ny.gov
Address
Street Corning Tower, Empire State Plaza, Room 2217
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/HPA4/89075 included in the subject line or by mail to Human Resources Management Group, EW/HPA4/89075, 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.