RHTP Director

State of Maine • Augusta, ME

1d • $102,107 - $144,685

About The Position

The Rural Health Transformation Program (RHTP) is a major statewide initiative administered by DHHS, aiming to build a resilient, integrated rural health system that delivers accessible, high-value care and improved outcomes for all Mainers. The RHTP is a grant opportunity administered by CMS that provides $50B to states to transform rural health. Maine has applied for $1B of funding ($200M/year) across five years to deliver transformative change in rural health across five key initiatives: Population Health, Rural Workforce Development, Innovation, Access & Affordability, and Sustainable Rural Health Ecosystems.

The RHTP Director will lead Maine’s five‑year statewide transformation initiative, funded through the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). This role provides strategic, operational, and fiscal leadership, ensuring rural communities benefit from expanded access to care, strengthened workforce capacity, modernized health technologies, improved health outcomes, and sustainable delivery system reform. The RHTP Director manages and oversees the full lifecycle of the RHTP, from planning and implementation to reporting and evaluation, and serves as the primary liaison with CMS, ensuring alignment with federal guidance, state priorities, and rural community needs.

Requirements

• A 12-year combination of education, training and experience in public health, public administration, health policy, healthcare management, project management or related field (or equivalent experience) which includes progressively responsible leadership experience in healthcare, government programs, Medicaid, public health, rural health, grant oversight, or delivery system transformation.
• Demonstrated ability to manage large-scale, multi-stakeholder programs or federally funded initiatives.
• Experience supervising teams, overseeing budgets, managing complex contracts, procurements, and partnerships.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills

Nice To Haves

• Experience managing CMS cooperative agreements or federal health transformation grants.
• Knowledge of rural healthcare delivery, telehealth, data systems, and value-based payment models.
• Familiarity with Maine’s rural health landscape and state government operations.
• Preference will be given to those who possess a Master’s degree in the above areas.

Responsibilities

• Lead evolution, implementation, and successful execution of Maine’s Rural Health Transformation Plan across five major initiatives: Population Health, Rural Workforce Development, Innovation, Access & Affordability, and Sustainable Rural Health Ecosystems.
• Define program priorities, measurable goals, and performance metrics in alignment with CMS requirements and State objectives.
• Monitor progress against workplans and adjust strategies based on program performance, emerging needs, and federal guidance.
• Lead strategy and oversight of procurement and contracting plan to ensure timely progress against workplan and expenditure targets.
• Serve as the State’s designated Program Director for RHTP and primary contact with CMS regarding RHTP matters.
• Ensure and oversee timely submission of all federal reports, performance data, and required documentation.
• Oversee compliance with federal terms and conditions, including 2 CFR Part 200 and HHS regulations.
• Manage approval and ongoing oversight of key personnel, subawards, and major procurements.
• Oversee and provide direction to a multidisciplinary team including initiative leads, data analysts, evaluation leads, fiscal analysts, policy specialists, and consultants/vendors.
• Implement project management systems, workflows, and processes to ensure progress across initiatives.
• Staff and coordinate RHTP governance groups, including coordination with other State of Maine Departments and entities and the Governor’s Office.
• Oversee and make decisions regarding budgeting, spending plans, and financial controls to ensure efficient and strategic use of funds.
• Build and maintain relationships with rural hospitals, FQHCs, EMS agencies, behavioral health providers, community organizations, educational institutions, payers, and other partners.
• Coordinate and be responsive to the RHTP Advisory Committee, composed of rural health leaders statewide.
• Facilitate collaboration across sectors to support workforce development, telehealth expansion, data sharing, alternative payment models, and regional planning.
• Oversee and ensure successful completion of all activities within each initiative.
• Direct and monitor contractor and subrecipient performance for vendors, technical assistance providers, academic partners, and professional associations.
• Oversee program evaluation, including baseline data collection, annual performance measurement, and longitudinal tracking of health outcomes.
• Integrate and analyze data from MHDO, MaineCare, rural providers, and state systems to inform decisions.
• Report findings to statewide leadership, rural communities, and federal partners in a transparent and actionable format.
• Ensure alignment of program activities with value-based payment models, rural stabilization policies, and cross-agency delivery-system reforms.
• Oversee and ensure completion of all rulemaking and other regulatory matters pursuant to initiatives and activities.

Benefits

• Work-Life Fit – Rest is essential. Take time for yourself using 13 paid holidays, 12 days of sick leave, and 3+ weeks of vacation leave annually. Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service, and overtime-exempt employees receive personal leave.
• Health Insurance Coverage – The State of Maine pays 85%-100% of employee-only premiums ($12,845.82 - $15,112.76 annual value), depending on salary. Use this chart to find the premium costs for you and your family, including the percentage of dependent coverage paid by the State.
• Health Insurance Premium Credit – Participation decreases employee-only premiums by 5%. Visit the Office of Employee Health and Wellness for more information about program requirements.
• Dental Insurance – The State of Maine pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums ($395.72 annual value).
• Retirement Plan – The State contributes the equivalent of 18.91% of the employee's pay towards the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS).
• Parental leave is one of the most important benefits for any working parent. All employees who are welcoming a child—including fathers and adoptive parents—receive six weeks of fully paid parental leave. Additional, unpaid leave may also be available, under the Family and Medical Leave Act.
• State employees are eligible for an extensive and highly competitive benefits package, covering many aspects of wellness. Learn about additional wellness benefits for State employees from the Office of Employee Health and Wellness.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees