Medicaid Rural Health Transformation Grant - Program Supervisor

State of Washington•Thurston County – Olympia, WA

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Washington State Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction (OSPI) seeks to fill the Medicaid Rural Health Transformation Grant Program Supervisor position. This is an anticipated 5-year project position based in Olympia, Washington, with potential for partial to near full-time telework after an initial training period. The role provides statewide leadership for the Rural Health Transformation Grants, supporting school districts in strengthening and sustaining school-based health and behavioral health services through Medicaid. The position focuses on helping districts build the systems needed to participate successfully in Medicaid programs, including billing, documentation, staffing, and care coordination. It includes managing grant awards, supporting readiness and implementation, and providing practical guidance, training, and ongoing technical assistance. Working in close partnership with the Washington State Health Care Authority, this role helps align education and health systems while expanding access to services and strengthening long-term sustainability, particularly in rural communities. A component of this role is regular statewide travel to work directly with districts, provide in-person support, build relationships, and ensure implementation reflects local context and needs.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in education, public policy, public health, social services, or a related field.
Minimum of three (3) years of experience in statewide program implementation, systems coordination, policy development, or technical assistance within education, health, or public-sector systems.
OR Equivalent combination of education and experience totaling seven (7) years, demonstrating progressive responsibility in program coordination, education systems, student support services, behavioral health, or public-sector program management.
Knowledge of grant/project management and large-scale systems implementation or modernization.
Experience working in complex, multi-stakeholder environments across agencies, districts, or community partners.
Ability to interpret and apply policy, funding, and compliance requirements and translate them into actionable guidance.
Strong written and verbal communication skills, including synthesizing complex information for diverse audiences.
Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and anti-racist practices.
Must maintain residency in Washington State.
Statewide travel will be required throughout the year to provide technical assistance to Local Education Agencies on a regular basis.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge and experience with Medicaid/Apple Health systems and reimbursement processes.
Familiarity with federal and state laws and policies related to physical health, behavioral health, and substance use treatment.
Demonstrated success in grant management, interagency coordination, and data-informed decision-making.
Experience supporting rural communities.
Ability to build strong relationships with schools and communities while ensuring respect, dignity, and culturally responsive practices.

Responsibilities

Administer and oversee the Rural Health Transformation Grant Awards, including award management through OSPI’s Education Grants Management System.
Conduct Medicaid infrastructure readiness assessments in partnership with the Health Care Authority to identify eligible districts and guide implementation planning.
Provide statewide technical assistance, training, and Professional Learning Communities to support Medicaid participation, including Random Moment Time Study (RMTS) and cost-based reimbursement systems.
Monitor program implementation and fiscal compliance through quarterly reviews, expenditure tracking, and ongoing district support.
Collaborate with the Health Care Authority on Medicaid policy, reimbursement processes, and compliance requirements impacting school-based services.
Support districts in building systems for billing, documentation, staffing, and care coordination, including referral pathways and partnerships with community behavioral health providers.
Develop and maintain statewide reporting tools, dashboards, and required outcome reports to track program progress and impact.
Guide districts in reinvesting Medicaid reimbursement revenue to sustain and expand student health and behavioral health services.
Promote long-term sustainability by supporting development of durable infrastructure beyond the grant period.
Travel statewide to provide in-person support, site visits, and coordination with LEAs, ESDs, and Tribal partners.