Health Program Administrator II

Health Research, Inc. • Albany, NY

3d • Hybrid

About The Position

Health Research, Inc. is seeking a Health Program Administrator II to work in the Office of Health Equity and Human Rights (OHEHR) within the New York State Department of Health. The Health Program Administrator II will oversee program contract management, administration, and development activities supporting the Office of Health Equity and Human Rights (OHEHR) Executive Team’s priorities and initiatives. The incumbent will oversee contract development, review and approvals of documentation, and implementation of work; provide guidance to staff and contractors on questions/issues; ensure compliance with federal and state requirements; conduct vendor management and operation, and; oversee functions around contracting and payment processing, including auditing of reimbursement claims to contractors. The Health Program Administrator II will be responsible for overseeing the Office of Health Equity and Human Rights’ provision of program services (i.e. contracts, claims payments and processing, and facilitating access to medical, dental, vision, and pharmacy services) aimed at improving service delivery and access for members of the recognized American Indian Nations in New York State. The incumbent will oversee efforts to identify, pursue, and implement policy, operational, and programmatic improvements in order to adequately address American Indian and Native health needs. Other appropriate duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field and four years of experience in the administration of personnel, fiscal, or other related operational activity; OR an Associate degree in a related field and six years of such experience; OR eight years of such experience.
• At least two years of experience must have included supervision of staff and/or program management.
• A Master’s degree in a related field may substitute for one year of general experience.
• Compliance with funding requirements such as time and effort reporting, grant deliverables, and contract deliverables, is required.
• Valid and unrestricted authorization to work in the U.S. is required.
• Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
• Travel up to 25% of the time will be required.
• The selected candidate must reside within a reasonable commuting distance of the official work location specified in the job posting and must also be located in or willing to relocate to one of the following states: New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, Vermont, or Massachusetts, prior to hire.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with contract and fiscal management.
• Experience working collaboratively with Tribal Nation communities and demonstrated knowledge of proper protocols for working with sovereign nations.
• Demonstrated experience facilitating the provision of guidance, technical assistance, and related support to grant-funded contractors, applicants, and stakeholders.
• Experience fostering and managing collaborative relationships with a wide variety of stakeholders such as local public health programs, medical facilities, providers and local health departments.
• Experience ensuring compliance with state and federal regulatory and legal requirements.
• Experience with a wide variety of public health outreach, prevention, referral, case and contract management and education activities.
• At least two years of experience developing and delivering presentations and reports.
• Demonstrated, strong organizational and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee program contract management, administration, and development activities supporting the Office of Health Equity and Human Rights (OHEHR) Executive Team’s priorities and initiatives.
• Oversee contract development, review and approvals of documentation, and implementation of work
• Provide guidance to staff and contractors on questions/issues
• Ensure compliance with federal and state requirements
• Conduct vendor management and operation
• Oversee functions around contracting and payment processing, including auditing of reimbursement claims to contractors.
• Oversee the Office of Health Equity and Human Rights’ provision of program services (i.e. contracts, claims payments and processing, and facilitating access to medical, dental, vision, and pharmacy services) aimed at improving service delivery and access for members of the recognized American Indian Nations in New York State.
• Oversee efforts to identify, pursue, and implement policy, operational, and programmatic improvements in order to adequately address American Indian and Native health needs.
• Other appropriate duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Health, dental and vision insurance - Several comprehensive health insurance plans to choose from
• Flexible benefit accounts - Medical, dependent care, adoption assistance, parking and transit
• Generous paid time off - Paid federal and state holidays, paid sick, vacation and personal leave
• Tuition support - Assistance is available for individuals pursuing educational or training opportunities
• Retirement Benefits - HRI is a participating employer in the New York State and Local Retirement System and offers optional enrollment in the New York State Deferred Compensation Plan. HRI provides a postretirement Health Benefits Plan for qualified retirees to use towards health insurance premiums and eligible medical expenses
• Employee Assistance Program - Provides educational and wellness programs, training, and 24/7 confidential services to assist employees, both personally and professionally
• And so much more!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level