Health and Human Resources Program Manager 1

West Virginia; Charleston (WV); On-site; USD 43,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

West Virginia is seeking a leader to manage the Office of Home and Community Based Services in the SUD Waiver program, ensuring compliance with federal CMS rules and state policies. The role requires testimony before the WV Legislature and strong collaboration with state agencies and providers to maintain efficient services for members.

The position emphasizes program administration, policy development, and budget oversight, with a focus on cost-effective operations and regulatory adherence.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in public administration or related field.
• Three years of professional experience in the area of assignment, with at least one year in program administration.
• Ability to testify before the WV Legislature.
• Experience with Medicaid SUD Waiver programs preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of the SUD Waiver, including federal reporting to CMS and other assigned behavioral health programs.
• Monitor the delivery of services to members.
• Oversee an annual budget.
• Research, develop, and/or implement program policy and procedures.
• Provide daily policy clarification and guidance to Medicaid Managed Care Organizations.
• Collaborate with other state agencies, vendors, and advocacy groups.
• Create state policy and reporting requirements in accordance with the Code of Federal Regulations.
• Assist in the development of contracts to procure program services within federal guidelines.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Leadership

Policy analysis

Budget management

Public testimony

Education

Master's degree in public administration or related field

Job description

This position is responsible for the management of the Office of Home and Community Based Services in the area of the Substance Use Disorder (SUD) Waiver Program. The position will oversee the administration and operations functions necessary to ensure compliance with federal regulations and state policies and procedures in an efficient and cost-effective manner. Must be available at any time during regular, special, and interim sessions of the WV Legislature to provide testimony.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of the SUD Waiver, including federal reporting to CMS and other assigned behavioral health programs.

• Monitor the delivery of services to members.

• Oversee an annual budget.

• Research, develop, and/or implement program policy and procedures.

• Provide daily policy clarification and guidance to Medicaid Managed Care Organizations.

• Collaborate with other state agencies, vendors, and advocacy groups.

• Create state policy and reporting requirements in accordance with the Code of Federal Regulations.

• Assist in the development of contracts to procure program services within federal guidelines.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Training

Master's degree from an accredited college or university in the area of assignment.

Substitution

One year of full-time or equivalent part-time paid experience as described below may substitute for the Master's degree.

Experience

Three years of full-time or equivalent part-time paid professional experience in the area of assignment, one year of which must have been in a program administration capacity.

Substitution

Post-graduate training in the area of assignment may substitute through an established formula for the non-supervisory experience.

Special hiring rates:

• $50,250 at Bureau for Medical Services