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Director, Certificate of Need Program


Job Location:

Hartford, CT - USA

Yearly Salary: USD 122155 - 221942
Posted: 3 July 2026 (30+ days ago)
Application Deadline: 2 December 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Introduction
Do you have experience managing Certificate of Need (CON) Programs
Are looking for an exciting new opportunity to serve your state
Join us as a Director Of Legislation Regulations And Communications and positively impact the lives of others!

The State of Connecticut Department of Public Health (DPH) has an anticipated opening for a Director Certificate of Need Program (DirectorOf Legislation Regulations And Communications) to join their team! This senior-level leader will manage the states Certificate of Need (CON) Program and be part of DPHs seniorleadership team reporting to the Deputy Commissioner of Public Health. This positionwill be responsible for implementing the new statutory framework for the program.

The proposed statute for the states CON Program will become effective July 1 2026. However to give DPH the time to implement the proposed changes to the CON review process the proposed changes to the review process for the CON Program will be effective one year later on July 1 2027. This role will direct major strategic and operational changes to implement these changes all of which are meant to improve quality equity affordability and access for the states healthcare system.

POSITION HIGHLIGHTS:

    WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU:

    Key Responsibilities:
    • Program Transformation: Workingwith the Commissioner and a Deputy Commissioner the Director will manage the transition of the CON Program into DPH. Transition management will include helping the existing staff maintain the current review process while developing an action plan for the implementation of the statutory changes to the program which will be effective July 1 2027.
    • Stakeholder Engagement:The Director will serve as the primary point of contact for healthcare providers seeking CON this role the Director also will conduct outreach and educational programs to inform stakeholders about the CON process requirements and benefits.
    • Data Analysis and Reporting:The Director will be responsible for analyzing data related to healthcare service demand utilization and trends to inform decision-making and policy development and for preparing and presenting reports to state officials and stakeholders on program performance trends and recommendations.
    • Regulatory Compliance:The Director will ensure that the program adheres to state statute regulations and guidelines and will monitor changes in healthcare laws and regulations to update program policies and practices accordingly.
    • Collaboration:The Director will ensure that the program works closely with other state agencies healthcare organizations and community groups to coordinate healthcare planning efforts. The Director also will facilitate inter-agency cooperation to address healthcare access quality and cost issues.
    • Program Administration and Management:The Director will be responsible for managing the day-to-day operations of the CON Program including application processing review and approval. The Director also will develop and implement policies and procedures to ensure compliance with state and federal regulations. The Director will manage a professional staff of 6 to 8 people all of whom telework a certain percentage of their time. The Director will be part of the Departments management team. The staff is unionized.
      MORE ABOUT THE AGENCY:

      The Mission of the Department of Public Health (DPH) is to protect and improve the health and safety of the people of Connecticut by:

      • Assuring the conditions in which people can be healthy
      • Preventing disease injury and disability
      • Promoting the equal enjoyment of the highest attainable standard of health which is a human right and a priority of the state.

      DPH accomplishes this through the implementation of its Strategic Plan which outlines the actions that DPH is taking to accomplish its Mission.

      Selection Plan

      This position will be appointed in accordance with the provisions of 5-198 (29) of the Connecticut General Statutes.

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      PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)
      In a state agency this class is accountable for directing various agency programs related to the development implementation and evaluation of legislation regulations and communications.
      PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
      • Experience in organizational strategy and personnel management with reports made directly to a C-level executive Commissioner Deputy Commissioner Governors Office staff or equivalent
      • Experience leading the creation and launch of a new office division or major initiative including responsibility for building the team establishing operational processes and developing performance and accountability systems
      • Experience leading complex initiatives that require coordination among government entities and healthcare sector stakeholders
      • Experience working with Certificate of Needs Programs including issues related to healthcare quality equity affordability and access in healthcare systems
      • Experience working within or closely with government bodies including understanding public funding regulatory frameworks and legislative environments
      Conclusion

      AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

      The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women minorities and persons with disabilities.


      Required Experience:

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