Healthcare Shortage Designation Coordinator (HSC 2) non-perm DOH8744

This is a non-permanent full-time Healthcare Shortage Designation Coordinator - Health Service Consultant 2 (HSC 2) position and is expected to last up to twelve (12) months from the date of hire.

The Opportunity:
Join the Center for Access to Whole Person Care within the Health Workforce & Primary Care team where youll play a vital role in addressing healthcare workforce shortages across Washington State. This position supports workforce analysis coordination and planning by collecting validating and analyzing data to inform federal shortage designations including Health Professional Shortage Areas (HPSA) Medically Underserved Areas and Populations (MUA/P) and Maternity Care Target Areas (MCTA). Youll also assist with National Health Service Corps (NHSC) site applications and contribute to broader statewide workforce development efforts that improve access to care.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Coordinate Medicaid Provider Validation Process and Shortage Designation Efforts
  • Prepare for Medicaid Provider Survey distribution by validating HPSA-eligible provider types and creating mailing lists.
  • Track survey responses via mail and follow up as needed to ensure required response rates.
  • Maintain working knowledge of federal shortage designation processes and database systems.
• Support National Health Service Corps (NHSC) Program Management
  • Review new NHSC site applications and existing site recertifications.
  • Maintain knowledge of NHSC program requirements and application procedures.
  • Provide technical assistance to providers and partners via email phone or virtual office hours.
• Data Management Analysis and Reporting
  • Assist with managing the Statewide Rational Service Area (SRSA) plan including mapping and data entry in federal systems.
  • Prepare analyze and upload provider survey data into federal databases to support accurate shortage area designations.

WHY YOULL LOVE THIS ROLE:
This position combines analytical work with meaningful public service. Youll contribute to efforts that directly impact healthcare access and equity across Washington State. As part of a collaborative mission-driven team youll help ensure that communities especially those in underserved and rural areas have access to the healthcare professionals they need.

EXPECTATIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Youll work both independently and collaboratively to meet federal reporting timelines and ensure data accuracy. Attention to detail strong communication and organizational skills are essential. Expect to engage with healthcare providers local organizations and federal partners while balancing multiple projects and deadlines in a dynamic data-driven environment.

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE:
The ideal candidate is detail-oriented analytical and motivated by public health and health equity. You excel at managing data interpreting complex program requirements and maintaining clear communication with partners and providers. Experience in healthcare workforce analysis data management or public health programs is a plus along with a genuine interest in improving access to care across Washingtons diverse communities.

Location and Flexibility

Join our on-site team to collaborate directly with colleagues and be part of our dynamic workplace environment. This position requires working onsite and in-person at our Tumwater WA approximately 2-4 times a month.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

We value all relevant experience (paid or unpaid) and encourage applicants from all backgrounds. You must meet at least ONE of the options provided and any additional criteria listed. Experience may have been gained through paid or unpaid activities. While Preferred Experience is not required these skills or experiences can help you stand out as a candidate.

Option 1:Bachelors degree in public health public administration social sciences health sciences or related field; AND Two (2) years of experience in the collection management and analysis of data in a public health setting.

Option 2:Four (4) or more years of experience in the collection management and analysis of data in a public health setting.

Additional Required Knowledge Skills Abilities and Experience:

Preferred/Desired Knowledge Skills Abilities and Experience:

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Benefits and Lifestyle

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Conditions of Employment:

This position is covered by a bargaining unit for which the Washington Federation of State Employees (WFSE) is the exclusive representative.

I am prepared with or without accommodations to do the following:

APPLICATION DIRECTIONS:

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In your Applicant Profile include at least three professional references (including a supervisor a peer and someone youve supervised or led if applicable). Please do not include private information such as a social security number or year of birth.

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DOH is an equal opportunity employer. We prohibit discrimination based on race/ethnicity/color creed sex pregnancy age religion national origin marital status the presence or perception of a disability veterans status military status genetic information sexual orientation gender expression or gender identity.

Questions and Accommodations:If you have questions need assistance with the application process require an accommodation or would like to request this posting in an alternative format please contact Andrea Thieme at andreferencethe assigned DOHXXXX recruitment number.

This recruitment may be used to fill positions of the same job classification across the agency. Once all the position(s) from the recruitment are filled the candidate pool may be used to fill additional open positions for the next sixty (60) days.

Only applicants who follow the directions and complete the Application Process in full will have their responses reviewed for consideration.

Experience and education selected listed or detailed in the Supplemental Questions must be verifiable on the submitted applicant profile.