Project Specialist

2 weeks ago

Helena, United States State of Montana Full time
Description:

The Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services (DPHHS) has a career opportunity within the Director's Office.

This position is responsible for researching, developing, and recommending Health and Human Service reform initiatives.The position will report directly to the Chief Innovation Officer.

The position will focus on the implementation of human service reform initiatives, policy options, and proposed legislation. The position will analyze the initiative, policy option or proposed legislation for state and federal regulatory conformance, implementation feasibility and desired outcomes. This position will be responsible for tracking the progress and managing multiple projects simultaneously.

Why Join DPHHS

Our mission at DPHHS is to serve Montanans in their communities to improve and protect the health, safety, and well-being, and to empower independence. By joining our department, you will have the opportunity to perform meaningful work in public service to our state and its residents.

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. In addition, DPHHS is the largest state agency with a wide range of advancement opportunities whether you are joining the workforce or have several years of experience.

Qualifications

Qualifications for this Career Opportunity

  • Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
  • Knowledge of program development and evaluation.
  • Knowledge of Medicaid, human service and/or other programs.
  • Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
  • Ability to be detailed-oriented yet recognizes the big picture.
  • Ability to interact with diverse groups, federal officers, staff, and subject matter experts.
  • Ability to research and interpret federal and state health care regulations.
  • Meet minimum qualifications:
    • Bachelor's degree in health care, human services, business, or public administration.
    • Four years' experience in health insurance, Medicaid, or health care programs.Must include technical writing experience with state plan amendments, waivers, program policy or similar documents and experience interpreting state and federal laws, rules and regulations.
    • Other combinations of education and experience may be considered on a case-by-case basis.
    • Experience with Medicaid or CHIP programs, rules and regulations are preferred.
How to Apply

To be considered for a DPHHS position, 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 uploaded correctly to your application for this position.
  • Resume
  • References


Successful applicants will be subject to background checks relevant to the position and must pass reference checks before an offer will be extended. 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.

Additional Information

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 $1.50 or 4% an hour base pay increase effective July 1, 2024.

This position may be eligible for moving and relocation reimbursement. Specific conditions will be provided by the supervisor and must adhere to DPHHS policy.

This position is open until filled with frequent screening of applicants. Initial screening of applicants will take place on June 28, 2024.

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