Behavioral Health Grant Supervisor (WMS2FS)

Behavioral Health Grant Supervisor (WMS2/FS)

The Behavioral Health Grant Supervisor leads a team of six fiscal analysts overseeing more than $260 million in behavioral health block and discretionary grants playing a direct role in maximizing federal funding to expand health care access for Washington residents. This supervisory role requires an experienced fiscal professional who is comfortable navigating complex federal grant requirements and reporting. This hybrid position is based in Olympia WA and offers meaningful work and comprehensive employment benefits.

All HCA employees will apply an equity lens to their work which may include but is not limited to all analyses of core business and processes.

About the division:

The Federal Financial Reporting section prepares quarterly federal reports (CMS -64 CMS-21 etc.) manages the states Medicaid and Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) grants oversees the cost allocation system manages the financial components of the Advance Planning Document (APD) process for the agencys information technology projects and Medicaid Eligibility and Enrollment and assists the agencys internal auditor to ensure that HCA is in compliance with all audits reviews referrals disallowances and audit addition this section serves as a fiscal liaison between HCA and the Washington State Health Benefits Exchange partner the non-state agency charged with determining eligibility for the states Medicaid program.

About the position:

The Behavioral Health Grant Supervisor directly supervises five (5) Fiscal Analyst 4 and one (1) Fiscal Analyst 5 staff and reports to the Federal Financial Reporting Deputy Section Manager. This position supports HCAs mission to provide high-quality health care through innovative health policies and purchasing strategies by ensuring federal and other funding sources are maximized in order to free-up state funds and make it possible to expand health care services for Washington state residents. The Supervisor is charged with the oversight of all HCA behavioral block and discretionary grants totaling in excess of $ which includes approximately 890 subcontracts.

This position is eligible to telework but is required to report on-site 2-3 days a week to meet business need. The default assigned work location of all Health Care Authority (HCA) positions both on-site and telework eligible positions is within the State of Washington. This position reports to Olympia WA. Frequency of onsite work will vary based on business and operational needs. All agency employees are required to report on-site in Olympia on their first and last days of employment to pick up and return state-issued equipment regardless of telework status or location.

Some of what you will do:

• Plan lead organize and control the work performed by the organization related to grant development monitoring and reporting.
• Lead development of grant accruals and financial analysis. Analyze the financial impact of proposed policy changes and alternatives using spreadsheets and develop and present analytical summaries to managers and others as requested.
• Evaluate the impact of legislative and other proposals including collaborating on fiscal notes and recommend a course of action if necessary.
• Communicate and coordinate with external and other internal agency staff OFM Washington State Auditors Office DOJ SAMHSA and legislative staff and others as necessary on development of HCA or interagency proposals and analyses.
• Communicate and coordinate with Financial Services fiscal staff to ensure fiscal decisions and processes align with overall agency fiscal processes and internal controls.
• Develop and produce regular and ad hoc reports to monitor and analyze grant projects fiscal status for agency managers and others.

Required qualifications:

Qualifying candidates will meet one of the following criteria options:

Option 1:

Masters degree in accounting finance mathematics or related quantitative field and one (1) year of the required experience below

Option 2:

Bachelors degree in accounting finance mathematics or related quantitative field and three (3) years of the required experience below

Option 3:

Associate degree in accounting finance mathematics or related quantitative field and (5) years of the required experience below

Option 4:

Seven (7) years of the required experience below

The required experience includes:

• Experience working with large and complex budget processes.
• Experience in management of grant awards and fiscal reporting.

Required competencies:

• The ability to take action to learn and grow.
• The ability to take action to meet the needs of others.

Preferred qualifications:

• Ability to use effective verbal and written communication skills especially communicating financial concepts in ways that non-financial managers can understand.

• Masters degree or other advanced degrees in business and finance.
• Greater than five (5) years of employment experience in financial analytical or another quantitative field.
• Knowledge of regulations regarding public or Medicaid benefit programs.
• Ability to develop and implement financial models for budgeting forecasting and expenditure/revenue analyses.
• Demonstrated experience with cost allocation and account coding structures.
• Demonstrated ability to collect and synthesize information from a variety of stakeholders and sources in an objective unbiased manner to reach a conclusion goal or judgment.
• Conducted research and analyzed relevant data to solve problems draws logical conclusions and can make recommendations that support business decisions.
• Demonstrated experience with financial information and/or statistical models to project trends and show future implications of those trends.
• Possesses and effectively applies the technical/professional knowledge and skills required to do the job at a high level of accomplishment; stays up to date on current practices and trends in his/her area of expertise; applies specialized knowledge in a manner consistent with prevailing best practices and standards.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate innovate and share knowledge with team members and business partners.
• Ability to perform analyses for financial research and modeling in a complex multi-system environment.
• Experience in juggling multiple activities and tasks while maintaining a high level of confidentiality.
• Ability to use Microsoft Excel at an Expert/Advanced level to develop complex models and reports

How to apply:

Only candidates who reflect the minimum qualifications on their NEOGOV profile will be considered. Failure to follow the application instructions below may lead to disqualification. To apply for this position you will need to complete your profile which includes three professional references and attach in separate files:

• A cover letter that specifically addresses how you meet the qualifications for this position
• Current resume

To take advantage of veteran preference please do the following:

• Attach a copy of your DD214 (Member 4 long-form copy) NGB 22 or USDVA signed verification of service letter.
• Please black out any PII (personally identifiable information) data such as social security numbers. Include your name as it appears on your application in .

About HCA:

Functioning as both the states largest health care purchaser and its behavioral health authority the Washington State Health Care Authority (HCA) is a leader in ensuring Washington residents have the opportunity to be as healthy as possible.

There are three pillars of our work: Apple Health (Medicaid); the Public Employees Benefits Board (PEBB) and School Employees Benefits Board (SEBB) programs; and behavioral health and recovery. Under these pillars HCA purchases health care including behavioral health treatment for more than 2.7 million Washington residents and provides behavioral health prevention crisis and recovery supports to all Washington residents.

What we have to offer:

• Meaningful work with friendly co-workers who care about those we serve Voices of HCA
• A clear agency mission that drives our work and is person-centered HCAs Mission Vision & Values
• A healthy work/life balance including alternative/flexible schedules and mobile work options.
• A great total compensation and benefit package WA State Government Benefits
• A safe pleasant workplace in a convenient location with restaurants and shopping nearby.
• And free parking!

Notes:

Prior to a new hire a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment.

HCA is an equal opportunity employer. We value the importance of creating an environment in which all employees can feel respected included and empowered to bring unique ideas to the agency. HCA has five employee resource groups (ERGs). ERGs are voluntary employee-led groups whose aim is to foster a diverse inclusive workplace aligned with HCAs mission.Our diversity and inclusion efforts include embracing different cultures backgrounds and viewpoints while fostering growth and advancement in the workplace. Studies have shown women racial and ethnic minorities and persons of disability are less likely to apply for jobs unless they feel they meet every qualification as described in a job description. Persons over 40 years of age disabled and Vietnam era veterans as well as people of all sexual orientations and gender identities are also encouraged to apply. If you have any questions about the required qualifications or how your experience relates to them please contact us at .Persons with disabilities needing assistance in the application process or those needing this job announcement in an alternative format may contact Lisa Fleming at or

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