Bureau Chief - MED

DEDICATED TO STRENGTHENING THE HEALTH, SAFETY, AND INDEPENDENCE OF IDAHOANS

*THIS ANNOUNCEMENT WILL BE OPEN UNTIL FILLED. APPLICANTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY AS SOON AS POSSIBLE TO BE CONSIDERED.*

The Division of Medicaid has an exciting opportunity for a forward-thinking, self-directed, and innovative leader to manage a dynamic bureau as the Bureau Chief in the Bureau of Long-Term Care (BLTC).

The BLTC is comprised of several dedicated public servants who support older adults and other populations with physical disabilities. This position will lead a statewide team of nurses, operations staff, and quality assurance specialists to deliver critical long-term services and supports to qualifying Idahoans, most of whom are dually eligible for Medicaid and Medicare.

We are interested in a candidate with critical thinking skills; good knowledge of management practices; experience developing and administering policies, procedures and a program budget; experience implementing organizational change within a service delivery program; applying measurement processes and methods for assessing program outcomes or progress toward goals; and preparing and presenting oral presentations to groups.

This position will be available in one of the following locations: Coeur d’Alene, Lewiston, downtown Boise, Twin Falls or Idaho Falls only . This position will be eligible for telework according to current IDHW policies.

This position may be eligible for limited telework after successful completion of probation and necessary training. Approval to telecommute is not guaranteed and subject to termination at any time.

This position is a non-classified position and exempt from classified state service and the rules of the Division of Human Resources and the Idaho Personnel Commission.

BENEFITS:

The State of Idaho offers a robust total compensation and benefits package, including but not limited to:

• We have one of the Nation's best state retirement systems (PERSI) that offers a lifetime benefit at retirement.
• 11 paid holidays
• Paid sick and vacation that begins accruing on your first day of employment; can be used immediately after accruing (no waiting time)
• Paid parental leave
• Medical, vision, and dental insurance benefits that become effective first of the month following your hire date. All contributions can be pre-tax (full-time/30 hours per week)
• 2 voluntary supplemental retirement plans including both pre-tax and Roth options
• Deferred compensation plan
• Life insurance for self, spouse, and children
• Short and long-term disability insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Wide variety of training opportunities
• Some positions offer flexible hours and/or telecommuting
• Additional perks and discounts available through medical provider
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Eligibility
• Employee assistance program

Additional information related to benefits and/or State programs can be found here: https://dhr.idaho.gov/StateEmployees/Benefits.html.*

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES:

• Directs the development, implementation, staffing and evaluation of a large statewide program administering critical supports and services to a
• vulnerable population.
• Hires, trains, and evaluates supervisors; establishes program goals, priorities and operating procedures; and develops and controls the bureau budget and grant contracts.
• Directs the review and analysis of related laws and regulations to determine fiscal, operational and program impact.
• Recommends and directs the development, implementation and interpretation of legislation, rules, policies, and guidelines.
• Leads the bureau to maintain compliance with federal and state laws and regulations; responds to federal and state audits, amplified examination reviews, and investigations relevant to the program.
• Consults and leads stakeholder engagement with other department divisions, managed care organizations, contractors, other state agencies, providers, associations and client groups to ensure program effectiveness.
• Responds to requests from legislators, federal regulators, and the public; testifies before legislative committees as necessary.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

You must possess all the minimum qualifications below to pass the exam for this position. Please make sure your resume or work history supports your meeting the minimum qualifications for this position. Failure to do this may disqualify you from being considered for this position. It is highly recommended to attach a one-page cover letter to your application to demonstrate how you meet the requirements below.

• Good knowledge of m anagement practices. Typically gained by completion of at least two, three-credit college-level management courses equivalent to "Management and Organizational Theory," "Personnel Administration," and "Organizational Behavior" (that cover the five elements of management - Controlling, Leading, Organizing, Planning and Staffing) AND at least two years of experience in a supervisor/management role for professional staff; OR at least three years of experience managing a major program and providing leadership of professional staff.
• Experience developing and administering policies, procedures and a program budget. Typically gained through experience developing and recommending regulations, policies and procedures. Applicants must also have work experience projecting fiscal impacts of programs, negotiating contracts and/or working with personnel, operating and capital budget, typically for a period of at least two years.
• Experience implementing organizational change within a service delivery program. Typically gained through at least two years' experience in a management, supervisory or consulting role implementing projects to meet special needs, incorporating tasks and methods to implement change.
• Experience applying measurement processes/methods for assessing program outcomes or progress toward goals. Typically gained through at least one year experience applying measurement and tracking methods in assessing progress toward stated program goals OR a combination of college coursework (statistics, research methods, evaluation methodology, or related field) and experience.
• Experience preparing and presenting oral presentations to groups . Typically gained through at least one year experience researching, compiling and organizing information in order to make oral presentations about the information to groups in a business setting; topics may be informational, technical, or behavioral. Take into account audience size, topic, length, and frequency of the presentations. One-to-one training is not qualifying.

• Substantial experience working with Medicaid programs, demonstrated knowledge of Medicaid laws and regulations, as well as assessment and quality assurance systems and processes. Typically gained by at least five (5) years of related professional leadership experience with Medicaid programs.
• Previous experience managing administrative rule promulgation. Typically gained by at least two (2) years of related professional experience.
• Extensive background in health and medical fields. Typically gained by at least two (2) years related professional experience in a health or medical management position.
• Significant experience working in long term care, skilled nursing facilities, home and community-based services, or other programs used by older adults and populations with disabilities. Typically gained by at least two (2) years of related professional experience.

If relocating to Idaho, the Department of Health & Welfare does not reimburse the cost of relocating and the department does not sponsor anyone with a work visa.

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EMAIL: dhwjobs@dhw.idaho.gov
PHONE: (208) 334-0681

EEO/ADA/Veteran:

The State of Idaho is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, political affiliation or belief, sex, national origin, genetics, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.

The State of Idaho is committed to access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities, auxiliary aids and services are available upon request. If you require an accommodation at any step in our recruitment process, you are encouraged to contact (208) 334-2263 (TTY/TTD: 711), or email ada.coordinator@dhr.idaho.gov.

Preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations.