OPTC Unit Manager 2026-02308

State of Wyoming; Cheyenne (WY); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health, dental, and eye

Paid vacation, sick leave, FMLA, and 9

Retirement - Pension and 457(b) plans

Flexible schedules

Meaningful work

Job summary

The State of Wyoming's Behavioral Health Division is seeking an OPTC Unit Manager to oversee legislative processes, contract oversight, budget coordination, and rule promulgation. This role includes coordinating Governor’s correspondence, organizing large-scale reports, and ensuring compliance with statutes and regulations.

The position supervises two OPTC staff members and collaborates with agency leadership to implement strategic plans and policy initiatives within the division.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree (typically in Business)
• 2-4 years of progressive work experience at the level of a Policy & Planning Coordinator
• FLSA: Exempt

Responsibilities

• Oversee legislative processes for the Division, including reports and responses to information requests from legislative committees and the Director’s Office.
• Coordinate completion of required forms during legislative sessions and track bills impacting Division programs.
• Serve as HealthStat liaison and oversee internal reports and data vetting.
• Direct development and updating of the Division's strategic plan and related projects.
• Conduct research and planning on state and federal legislation, regulations, and policy matters.
• Oversee contract processes and procurement in line with state rules.

Education

Bachelor's Degree (typically in Business)

Job description

The Operations, Policy, Tracking, and Contracts (OPTC) Unit Manager serves as the Behavioral Health Division (Division) legislative and HealthStat liaison, correspondence and public documents gatekeeper, and is responsible for oversight and coordination of all Division contracts. Duties include coordination of Division budget preparation, Division rule promulgation, Governor's correspondence, organizing large-scale reports and changes as mandated by the legislature, reviewing and interpreting federal and State statutes, regulations, rules, legislative intent, agency mission and goals, gubernatorial and administrative requirements, and applying these requirements to Division programs. This position supervises two OPTC staff members.

Working for the State of Wyoming offers more than a paycheck. Our total compensation package includes:

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid vacation, sick leave, FMLA, and holidays
• Retirement - Pension and 457(b) plans that help you build a secure future
• Flexible schedules and work-life balance options
• Meaningful work that makes a difference for Wyoming communities

and MUCH MORE!

Human Resources Contact: [e-mail]

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Oversee legislative processes for the Division, including completing statutorily required legislative reports as needed, compiling and responding to information requests from legislative committees and the Director’s Office, coordinating the completion of required forms during legislative sessions, tracking bills impacting Division programs, communicating the status of bills to Division staff, and tracking the implementation of footnotes and Acts passed by the legislature.
• Complete a periodic review of administrative rules and regulations, evaluate for alignment with current policy, and determine the need to make recommendations and/or formulate plans to change policy direction based on the results of research.
• Serve as the Division’s performance management HealthStat liaison to attend and facilitate prep meetings, review data, facilitate discussion on metrics and strategies, determine next steps, coordinate follow-up meetings, provide training to Division staff on the internal process, and widen communication on any updates. Coordinate internal HealthStat reports to include thoroughly reviewing each progress report, vetting data, and confirming strategies.
• Direct and oversee the development and periodic updating of the Division's strategic plan as necessary, acting as a representative to special projects and committees. Facilitate ongoing review of the status of implemented strategic plans or special projects. Assess the need for additional resources to meet expectations and collaborate with relevant staff and the Senior Administrator to coordinate these efforts.
• Conduct comprehensive research and planning for specialized assignments pertaining to State and federal legislation, statutes, regulations, and policy matters. This includes the collection of pertinent data and the generation of detailed reports. Maintain an up-to-date awareness of evolving best practices and programmatic innovations at both the federal and State levels. Facilitate coordination with agency leadership, associated entities, and regional and national collaborators to identify and evaluate policy issues effectively.
• Work across units to collect and compile reliable data related to program evaluation and/or redesign. Evaluate the data to identify trends, design systems, and determine the need for policies and procedures.
• Oversee the completion of the Governor’s Correspondence, memos to the Director’s Office, and ad hoc correspondence requests from political officials, the media, and stakeholder organizations.
• Complete a final review of all major Division communication documents to ensure professionalism, consistency in formatting, and to keep the Division’s Senior Administrator aware of information being released.
• Oversee the Division’s contract process for all Division contracts.
• Monitor progress on drafting, timely document reviews, coordinating the signature process, identifying gaps, and developing strategies to address gaps.
• Provide assistance and oversight of Requests for Proposals (RFPs) and Requests for Applications (RFAs) following the State Procurement Process as well as State and federal rules and regulations.
• Other duties as assigned. *Access to Protected Health Information (PHI) for this position, both electronic and print, is on file and will be reviewed annually during the Performance Evaluation Process.

Qualifications

Preferences: Preference will be given to candidates with a degree in human services, health administration, business, political science, public administration, psychology, social services, or other related fields. The most appropriate level of experience for this position is 3-5 years plus the education listed above.

Knowledge

• Thorough understanding of State and federal government functions, procedures, concepts, principles, and practices of professional healthcare administration; policies and procedures established for the work system. The ability to comprehend federal regulations, State statutes, program rules, and policy. Able to interpret the foregoing into legislation, statute, and policy.
• Experience in rule promulgation.
• Experience in organizing and managing large and complicated projects. Develop detailed project plans, budgets, and timelines, and manage the same. Organize large-scale projects requiring complex analytical ability and difficult research.
• Experience in writing and scoring Requests for Proposals and the ability to contract for services via state and federal protocols, and analyze work plans and monitor compliance.
• Ability to manage and coordinate complex integration of unique programs, research, and analyze issues; identification of options and solutions; and ability to build consensus among stakeholders.
• Experience in organizing and conducting successful and informative meetings and presentations for a diverse audience, including state, federal, and local agencies, legislators, professional associations, and other stakeholders.
• Exceptional oral and written communication skills and the ability to communicate with a broad range of audiences, including administrators, legislators, contractors, and staff. Ability to communicate program information and policy to public and private entities. Ability to create publications, information for stakeholders, and the general public on critical program information.
• Ability to work with various ability levels and personality styles within the office and facilitate change without direct supervisory authority.
• Knowledge of federal and State rules, regulations, and procedures.
• Ability to adapt to changing expectations and explain changing expectations to a large stakeholder group.
• Ability to independently analyze and evaluate programs and consistently apply rules and standards.
• Experience in organizing successful and informative meetings and presentations for a diverse audience including State, federal, and local agencies, legislators, professional associations, and other stakeholders.

Education

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's Degree (typically in Business)

Experience

2-4 years of progressive work experience (typically in Business) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Policy & Planning Coordinator

Education & Experience Substitution

5-7 years of progressive work experience (typically in Business) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Policy & Planning Coordinator

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

None

Physical Working Conditions

• The employee may sit comfortably to perform the work; however, there may be some walking, standing, bending, carrying light items, driving an automobile, etc.

Notes

• FLSA: Exempt
• The Wyoming Department of Health is an E-Verify employer.

Supplemental Information

Working for the State of Wyoming means more than a job — it’s a stable, rewarding career that lets you make a difference while enjoying a great quality of life.

Employees Enjoy

• Comprehensive health coverage – medical, dental, and vision plans for you and your family
• Voluntary Benefits – including life insurance for you and family members, ambulance, pet insurance, short/long-term disability, flex spending and health savings accounts
• Multiple retirement options – including the Wyoming Retirement System and a 457B account, helping you plan for long-term financial security
• Generous paid leave and flexible schedules – vacation, sick leave, paid FMLA and 9 paid holidays each year
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility – for those with qualifying student loans
• Training and professional development – to support your career growth and advancement
• Employee Assistance Program – Includes paid short-term counseling, legal, financial and work-life benefits and select employee discounts
• Wellness Program – Earn paid time off and incentives by focusing on your personal health

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