Transformation Project Specialist (37824)

Qualifications for this Career Opportunity

• Ability to be detailed-oriented yet recognizes the big picture.

• Ability to interact with diverse groups federal officers staff and subject matter experts.

• Ability to research and interpret federal and state health care regulations.

• Skill in managing competing timelines and deadlines and managing the logistics of numerous complex projects.

• Meet minimum qualifications:

  • Bachelors degree in health care human services business or public administration.

  • Four years experience in human services health insurance Medicaid or health care programs. Must include technical writing experience with state plan amendments waivers program policy or similar documents and experience interpreting state and federal laws rules and regulations.

  • Other combinations of related education and experience may be considered on a case-by-case basis.

  • Experience with Medicaid or CHIP programs rules and regulations are preferred.

How to Apply

To be considered for a DPHHS position submit the following required documents with your application on the State of Montana Careers website. When submitting the required documents you must check the relevant document box to ensure your attachments are uploaded correctly to your application for this position.

• Cover Letter

• Resume

• References

Successful applicants will be subject to background checks relevant to the position and must pass reference checks before an offer will be extended. DPHHS is an equal opportunity employer. Women minorities and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. For a copy of the full job description or if you need a reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process contact DPHHS Human Resources listed below.

Additional Information

This position may be eligible for partial teleworkwithin the state of conditions will be provided by the supervisor and must adhere to state policy.

This position is open until filled with frequent screening of applicants.

To be considered for this position you must complete the state application and attach all required documents through the Montana State Careers site at .

The Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services (DPHHS) has a career opportunity within the Directors Office.

This position is responsible for researching developing and recommending Health and Human Service reform initiatives. The position will report directly to the Strategy and Transformation Officer.

The position will focus on the implementation of human service reform initiatives policy options and proposed legislation. The position will analyze the initiative policy option or proposed legislation for state and federal regulatory conformance implementation feasibility and desired outcomes. This position will be responsible for tracking the progress and managing multiple projects simultaneously.

Why Join DPHHS

Our mission at DPHHS is serving Montanans in their communities to improve health safety well-being and empower independence. By joining our department you will have the opportunity to perform meaningful work in public service to our state and its residents.

The State of Montanas comprehensive benefits package includes healthcare coverage retirement plans paid vacation sick leave and holidays work/life balance and eligibility to participate in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) addition DPHHS is the largest state agency with a wide range of advancement opportunities whether you are joining the workforce or have several years of experience.