Health Coverage Program Manager (01913) - ( 23141069 )

The Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services (DPHHS) has a career opportunity within the Human & Community Services 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 Human and Community Services Division (HCSD) supports the strengths of families and communities by promoting employment and providing the assistance necessary to help families and individuals meet basic needs and work their way out of poverty.

This Health Coverage Program Manager position oversees the health coverage program and designs, implements, and monitors the program objectives, policies, and budget. This position leads all program related collaboration regarding health coverage Medicaid assistance programs. As such, the position considers impact of program changes on all stakeholders, other agencies, and advocacy groups and works with Montana Native American tribes, federal agencies, and other programs to coordinate services. This position supervises 3 employees directly, and 12 employees indirectly.

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.

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.

What you can offer us

• Knowledge of public assistance eligibility programs and services.
• General knowledge of Medicaid and health coverage policy.
• Knowledge of management concepts and practices, and ability to foster collaboration, provide effective training and guidance to staff.
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills, as well as analytical skills.
• Ability to research and interpret regulations, federal rules, and explain new information in laymen’s terms.
• Computer literate with ability to write reports, process payment requests, analyze and forecast program budgets, and prepare statistical reports.
• Preferred: Knowledge of legislative and appropriation process.
• Meet minimum qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree in public administration, business, communication, human services or other related field.
• Five years progressively responsible experience in public assistance programs of which three years must include supervising professional staff.
• Other combinations of directly related education and directly related experience may be considered on a case-by-case basis.
• Preferred experience with legislative and appropriation process.

For a copy of the full job description or if you need a reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process, contact Colleen Rogan at crogan@mt.gov.

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
• Cover Letter

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.

Location of the position will be dependent upon the successful candidate and the ability to secure office space in that location.

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: $ 31.96 - 31.96 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 Other Locations : Billings, Butte, Missoula, Great Falls Agency : Department of Public Health & Human Services Union : 000 - None

Posting Date : Apr 5, 2023, 5:13:56 PM Closing Date (based on your computer's timezone): Apr 20, 2023, 12:59:00 AM

Required Application Materials : Cover Letter, Resume

Contact Name : Colleen Rogan | Contact Email : crogan@mt.gov | Contact Phone : 406-444-4954