"Alerted.org

Program Manager - MED

Posting Begin Date: 2025/10/01

Posting End Date: 2025/10/29

Category: Program Management

Work Type: Full Time

Remote: Flexible Hybrid

Minimum Salary: 35.42

Maximum Salary: 36.54

Pay Rate Type: Hourly

Description

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.*

Are you interested in transforming our healthcare system from one that pays for quantity to one that values quality? The Bureau of Population Health in the Division of Medicaid is seeking aProgram Managerto manage quality and value-based initiatives. We are searching for individuals with exceptional critical thinking skills; communication and interpersonal skills; problem solving skills; and the ability to exercise good judgment within a context of competing priorities, agendas, and partner sensitivities.

The ideal candidate will have experience in healthcare, project management, quality management, and compliance. We are seeking an individual who is adept at cultivating strong stakeholder relations and developing new programs. This position will report to the Division’s Quality Director and will work closely with colleagues throughout the Division, as well as with external stakeholders, including healthcare administrators and providers.

The Division of Medicaid provides healthcare coverage and services to promote the social, economic, behavioral, and physical health for over 300,000 Idahoans. Idaho Medicaid promotes an outcome-based, efficient health and human services delivery system. Applicants must be Idaho residents or willing to relocate.

If you have previously applied for a Program Manager position and wish to be considered for the current vacancy, you must reapply under this announcement. Previous scores will not be used.

This is a statewide position and will report to their nearest DHW location.

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.

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 (https://www.persi.idaho.gov/members-1/) (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 (https://dhr.idaho.gov/information-for-state-employees/)

+ 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 (https://www.regence.com/producer/tools-for-members/advantages-discounts) available through medical provider

+ Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Eligibility (https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service)

+ 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:

+ Develop and implement healthcare quality programs and value-based care initiatives with the goal to improve processes, patient outcomes, cost containment, and overall healthcare delivery.

+ Develop and recommend program objectives, policies, and procedures to ensure compliance with state and federal requirements.

+ Represent the Division at stakeholder meetings, promoting integrity, credibility and transparency through professional preparation, collaboration, and quality presentation of information and data tailored to the needs of the audience.

+ Provide oversight and direction to staff; hire, train, evaluate, and manage performance of staff.

+ Establish plans for project evaluation and monitoring.

+ Assist stakeholders with defining data needs and data collection.

+ Participate in the preparation and submission of applications, progress reports, outcome measures, and any additional data to federal partners and other stakeholders.

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.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Some knowledge of management practices as well as experience providing technical proficiency, problem-solving, communication, and program area training. Typically gained by at least one-year experience managing a major Program and providing leadership of professional staff. Candidates may also qualify through completing upper-division college-level management coursework along with experience in a significant Leadership role.

+ Some knowledge of management practices as well as experience providing technical proficiency, problem-solving, communication, and program area training. Typically gained by at least one-year experience managing a major Program and providing leadership of professional staff. Candidates may also qualify through completing upper-division college-level management coursework along with experience in a significant Leadership role.

Below is preferred experience. It is not required for the position but applicants with this experience may receive consideration over other applicants. Good knowledge of healthcare quality, reimbursement methodologies, and managed care delivery systems. Typically gained by at least three (3) years of senior level management experience related to health care coverage in a public or private organization.

+ + Good knowledge of healthcare quality, reimbursement methodologies, and managed care delivery systems.Typically gained by at least three (3) years of senior level management experience related to health care coverage in a public or private organization.

+ A bachelor’s or master’s degree in public health, business, healthcare administration, health education, health sciences, or related field is preferred.

+ Considerable knowledge health and human service programs.Typically gained by at least three (3) years of professional experience developing, evaluating, supporting, and/or administering health and human service programs

Learn About a Career with DHW (https://healthandwelfare.idaho.gov/about-dhw/dhw-careers)

***PLEASE NOTE: application assistance is not available after the business hours listed below, on the weekends, or on holidays and you must apply before 4:59 pm on the closing date. When applying, use CHROME as your browser to avoid complications.

If you have questions, please contact us at

Email is the quickest way to get an answer to your questions. (answered Monday through Friday during business hours MST)

EMAIL: [email protected]

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[email protected].

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