New Job Health Resources Division Administrator In Montana

Health Resources Division Administrator
Health Resources Division Administrator

Health Resources Division Administrator

Company : State of Montana
Salary : $56.98 an hour
Location : Montana

Full Description

Health Resources Division Administrator (05245) - ( 23142416 )


The Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services (DPHHS) has a career opportunity within the Health Resources Division.

Our mission at DPHHS is to improve and protect the health, well-being, and self-reliance of all Montanans throughout every stage of their life. By joining our team, you will have the opportunity to perform meaningful work in public service to our state and its residents. Whether you are joining the workforce or have several years of experience, DPHHS has the opportunity for you!

The Health Resources Division administers health-care programs, that serve low – to moderate-income and disabled Montanans. In terms of budget, this is the largest single division in state government. The Division Administrator provides leadership and direction to the division including planning, developing, and implementing a comprehensive statewide health care delivery system utilized by approximately 12% of all Montanans. The Administrator establishes goals, objectives and priorities for division activities; designs, integrates, and implements health care service delivery strategies in compliance with state and federal regulations; coordinates eligibility processes; promulgates rules and policies; protects and advocates for individual client rights; and implements changes in the state health care system.

The Division Administrator oversees four Bureaus; the Fiscal and Operations Bureau; the Allied Health Services Bureau; the Hospital and Physician Services Bureau, and the Member Health Management Bureau. This position directly supervises four bureau chiefs and a Medicaid Reform Initiative Specialist and indirect supervisory responsibilities for approximately 45 employees.

What We Can Offer You

The State of Montana's comprehensive benefits package includes healthcare coverage, retirement plans, paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays, work/life balance, and eligibility to participate in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program. Visit the Health Care and Benefits Division for more information at https://benefits.mt.gov/. In addition to employee benefits, there are a wide range of advancement opportunities within the largest state agency in Montana.


Additionally

This position may be eligible for partial telework within the state of Montana. Specific conditions will be provided by the supervisor and must adhere to state policy.


This position may be eligible for a statutory 4% an hour base pay increase effective July 1, 2024.


What You Can Offer Us

  • Knowledge of public administration including the legislative process and management of programs with statewide impact.
  • Knowledge of federal and state rules, regulations and payment methodologies that govern the Medicaid and Medicare programs.
  • Knowledge of health care goals, methods of service delivery, reimbursement methodologies and philosophies, and general principles that govern health care systems.
  • Ability to develop and implement innovative and unconventional approaches to challenging situations.
  • Ability to establish one’s credibility and use data to directly persuade or convince others to support an idea or direction.
  • Ability to direct and coordinate the financial and budget activities to fund operations and increase efficiency.
  • Meet minimum qualifications:
    • Bachelor’s degree in business, public, hospital, or health administration; human services; health-care services; or a directly related field.
    • Five or more years of senior-level management and supervisory experience of large programs with substantial staff and budgets and specific experience with Medicaid or Medicare.
    • Other combinations of related education and experience may be considered on a case-by-case basis if the applicant has an unrelated bachelor’s degree.

How to Apply

Submit the following required documents with your application on the State of Montana Careers website. When submitting the required documents, you must check the "relevant document" box to ensure your attachments are uploading correctly to the specific application for this position.

  • Resume
  • References

To be considered for any DPHHS position, applicants must complete and submit their application online, and upload any required documents. Successful applicant(s) are required to successfully pass all DPHHS specific background check(s) relevant to each position. DPHHS is an equal opportunity employer. Women, minorities, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. For a copy of the full job description or if you need a reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process, contact DPHHS Human Resources listed below.


Applicant Pool Statement : If another department vacancy occurs in this job title within six months, the same applicant pool may be used for the selection.
Training Assignment : This agency may use a training assignment. Employees in training assignments may be paid below the base pay established by the agency pay rules. Conditions of the training assignment will be stated in writing at the time of hire.

Salary: $ 56.98 - 56.98 Hourly
Telework Eligibility : Telework Eligible (Full-time telework is not available. Telework schedule must be supervisor approved.)
Benefits Package Eligibility : Health Insurance, Paid Leave & Holidays, Retirement Plan

Number of Openings : 1
Employee Status : Regular
Schedule : Full-Time
Shift : Day Job
Travel : Yes, 10 % of the Time

Primary Location : Helena

Agency : Department of Public Health & Human Services
Union : 000 - None

Posting Date : Aug 21, 2023, 9:48:00 AM
Closing Date (based on your computer's timezone): Aug 28, 2023, 12:59:00 AM
Required Application Materials : Resume, References

Contact Name : April Vercoe | Contact Email : [email protected] | Contact Phone : 406-444-0942