Position Information

NY HELPNo

AgencyHealth, Department of

TitleDirector of the Bureau of Staffing Support and Operations (Health Program Director 1) - 95012

Occupational CategoryAdministrative or General Management

Salary Grade664

Bargaining UnitM/C - Managerial/Confidential (Unrepresented)

Salary RangeFrom $127507 to $160911 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Contingent Permanent

Jurisdictional Class Non-competitive Class

Travel Percentage 20%

Schedule

Workweek Mon-Fri

Hours Per Week 37.5

Workday

From 9 AM

To 5 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? Yes

Location

County Albany

Street Address Office of Heath Insurance Programs/Division of Finance and Rate Setting

99 Washington Ave - One Commerce Plaza

City Albany

StateNY

Zip Code12210

Job Specifics

Duties Description The Health Program Director 1 will function as the Director of the Bureau of Staffing Support and Operations. Duties will relate to the coordination and implementation of various programs across OHIP. The incumbent will be responsible for directing, managing and overseeing a growing staff of 30+ employees; Managing the day-to-day logistical operations of the Office of Health Insurance Programs; Developing and preparing budget and legislative proposals related to the development of new initiatives and the administrative and personnel related functions of the Office of Health Insurance Programs; Researching, developing and preparing management reports and other written material for OHIP on various topics and subjects as needed to support OHIP’s objectives; Working with the Human Resources Management Group and the Department of Civil Service to develop and implement a staffing strategy that meets the needs of OHIP; Developing an administrative plan for the future needs of OHIP and direct the implementation of the plan; Working with various state entities on securing and configuring space to meet the growing needs of OHIP; Planning, coordinating, directing and overseeing all aspects of the administration functions of the Office of Health Insurance programs; Organizing, coordinating and preparing reports to satisfy inquiries sent to OHIP from the Department of Health, other agencies and external organizations; and Representing OHIP at meetings and in other forums related to implementing new initiatives and/or administrative policies and procedures.

Minimum Qualifications Eleven years of professional experience, of which two years must have included managerial responsibility for a major health-related program, or a major administrative function for a large health-related organization.

A bachelor’s degree may substitute for four years of the professional experience described above; a master’s degree in an appropriate field may be substituted for an additional year of that experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

The ideal candidate will have experience in planning, coordinating and executing personnel recruitments and classifications, demonstrated experience in administrative budget development and experience in managing logistical operations. Experience with Medicare and Medicaid services, procedures, processes and rules. Experience managing relationships with diverse stakeholders. Experiencing developing trainings on best program practices. Experience facilitating team building. Experience developing, prioritizing goals and protocols for ensuring compliance with project requirements.

Additional Comments This position may require travel throughout New York State including overnights to areas not served by public transportation.

We offer a work-life balance and a generous benefits package, worth 65% of salary, including:

• Holiday & Paid Time Off
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
• Pension from New York State Employees’ Retirement System
• Shift & Geographic pay differentials
• Affordable Health Care options
• Family dental and vision benefits at no additional cost
• NYS Deferred Compensation plan
• Access to NY 529 and NY ABLE College Savings Programs, and U.S. Savings Bonds
• And many more...

The NYS Department of Health is committed to making New York a safer, healthier, and more equitable place to live. Understanding health equity, social determinants of health and health disparities is critical to accomplish our goal of eliminating health disparities. For more information on the NYS Department of Health’s Mission, Vision, Values and Strategic Plan, please visit: https://health.ny.gov/commissioner/index.htm

If you require reasonable accommodation to complete a job application, a job interview or to otherwise participate in the hiring process, please contact by phone 518-486-1812 or email doh.sm.reasonable.accommodation@health.ny.gov to make a request.

NYS Department of Health does not participate in E-Verify and does not sponsor visa applications.

For new State employees appointed to graded positions, the annual salary is the hiring rate (beginning of the Salary Range) of the position. Promotion salaries are calculated by the NYS Office of the State Comptroller in accordance with NYS Civil Service Law, OSC Payroll rules and regulations and negotiated union contracts.

Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.

How to Apply

Name Human Resource Management Group

Telephone 518-486-1812

Fax 518-473-3395

Email Address resume@health.ny.gov

Address

Street Corning Tower, Empire State Plaza, Room 2217

City Albany

State NY

Zip Code 12237

 

Notes on ApplyingPlease submit your resume and cover letter as one (1) document, preferably in PDF format, by email to resume@health.ny.gov, with Reference ST/HPD1/95012 included in the subject line or by mail to Human Resources Management Group, ST/HPD1/95012, Rm 2217, Corning Tower Building, Empire State Plaza, Albany, NY 12237-0012, or by fax to (518) 473-3395. Failure to include the required information may result in your resume not being considered for this position.