Certification Administrator
Certification Administrator
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Health & Human Services - Agency 25
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Job Description:
Working for the State of Nebraskas Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is more than just a jobits a commitment to making a meaningful difference in the lives of fellow Nebraskans. Public service provides an opportunity to contribute to the well-being of individuals families and communities across the state. At DHHS we take pride in our mission of Helping People Live Better Lives and every team member plays a vital role in delivering programs and services. Choosing a career in public service means embracing a purpose-driven path fostering positive change and upholding the values that make Nebraska a great place to live and thrive.
Examples of Work
Duties of the Certification Administrator include:
- Lead CMS certification a federal initiative with significant financial implications for MLTC and DHHS as a whole. Manage Certification efforts for multiple projects in progress to support the Departments priority to maximize federal funding.
- Inform Department and Division priorities by working with the executive leadership team to determine how to maximize federal funding for Medicaid projects and work with Nebraskas CMS partners in the initial stages of project planning. Under the Streamlined Modular Certification (SMC) guidance the Certification lead will be engaged in project planning from the earliest stages so close partnership with other administrators Deputy Directors and the MLTC Director will be required.
- Act as the Divisions liaison with federal partners and serve as the primary point of contact with CMS on all certification-related matters.
- Coordinate with project teams including Administrators Managers Contractors IS&T partners and Vendor staff throughout all project stages (initial planning through implementation and steady state) to ensure projects are compliant with CMS expectations and standards.
- Implement and administer official CMS guidance (SMC) which will have significant implications on MLTC operations. Such impacts include an increased focus on measurable outcomes project metrics and data collection.
- Provide training on Certification and SMC guidance to the MLTC Executive leadership team managers and project team members to ensure thorough understanding on how SMC impacts DHHS operations. Will also train and supervise certification SMEs to support project teams on required ongoing certification activities.
Requirements/ Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications: Bachelors Degree in public administration social work human development public health behavioral science law finance human resources or other program related field AND two years of experience in a field related to the assigned program area including supervisory experience; OR a Masters degree in any of the above mentioned fields. Experience may be substituted for the educational requirement on a year for-year basis.
Other: Position is located on-site at the Nebraska State Office Building in Lincoln (301 Centennial Mall S). No other office locations available no remote work.
Knowledge Skills Abilities
Communication/Language Skills: Must possess and demonstrate effective oral written and listening skills. Ability to read analyze and interpret various documents as well as the ability to train others in performing duties and tasks are key. Must be able to communicate professionally and effectively with many internal and external stakeholders.
Reasoning Ability: Must have the ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in various forms. Must have the ability to apply logic to understand and interpret agency business processes. Must have the ability to prioritize multiple projects in a fast pace deadline driven environment utilizing input from others as appropriate. Must be a quick learner and have demonstrated experience researching and problem solving complex issues. Must be able to manage multiple high visibility/high risk tasks/projects.
Human Relation Skills: Must have the ability to establish and maintain effective professional working relationships with all team members employees customers and suppliers.
Benefits
We offer a comprehensive package of pay benefits paid time off retirement and professional development opportunities to help you get the most out of your career and life. Your paycheck is just part of your total compensation.
Check out all that the State of Nebraska has to offer! Benefit eligibility may vary by position agency and employment status. For more information on benefits please visit: Opportunity Statement
The State of Nebraska values our teammates as well as a supportive environment that strives to promote diversity inclusion and belonging. We recruit hire train and promote in all job classifications and at all levels without regard to race color religion sex. age national origin disability marital status or genetics.
Current employees of the State of Nebraska should NOT apply on this external career. Instead go to Workday and access the Jobs Hub - Internal Apply app from your home landing page.
Required Experience:
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Employment Type
Full-Time
