Sr Manager OPTN Membership

General Dynamics Information Technology, Inc.; Maryland; Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Growth opportunities

Internal mobility

Benefits package

Flexible schedule

Military-friendly culture

Job summary

General Dynamics Information Technology, Inc. (GDIT) invites a Sr Manager OPTN Membership to lead the comprehensive membership lifecycle for the OPTN program in partnership with HRSA. The role focuses on tracking, criteria management, and secure processing across internal and external stakeholders.

The candidate will oversee data integrity, compliance reporting, and cross-functional collaboration, with a hybrid work arrangement requiring in-person meetings in Rockville, MD as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Public Health, Healthcare Administration, Nonprofit Management, Business Administration, or related field. Master’s preferred.
• Experience leading membership services, health policy, or regulatory environments.

Responsibilities

• Oversee OPTN Member Tracking Tool maintenance and security, ensuring alignment with IT systems.
• Lead the Membership Tracking Plan and data elements for patient safety and compliance.
• Coordinate with HRSA, OPTN committees, and contractors for data alignment across platforms.
• Develop updates to tracking metrics and provide dashboards for stakeholders.
• Manage membership criteria reviews with OPTN committees and ensure policy adherence.
• Oversee end-to-end membership application processing, from intake to outcome documentation.
• Ensure secure document transmission between committees, HRSA, and applicants.
• Monitor performance metrics and drive process improvements across membership management.

Skills

Leadership

Program management

Healthcare policy

Regulatory compliance

Data analysis

Stakeholder management

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree preferred

Job description

GDIT is your place. Make it your own by discovering new ways to apply the latest technology and processes. Own your opportunity at GDIT and you’ll be a meaningful part of improving how agencies operate. Own your opportunity at GDIT and you’ll be a meaningful part of improving how agencies operate. Our work depends on a Sr Manager OPTN Membership joining our team to lead health professionals supporting the Health Resources & Services Administration (HRSA).

The Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) aims to improve health outcomes by enhancing access to quality services, developing a skilled health workforce, and implementing innovative programs that benefit geographically isolated, economically or medically vulnerable populations. HRSA focuses on increasing health equity and strengthening local health systems through initiatives such as community health centers, the Organ Procurement & Transplantation Network (OPTN), the Ryan White HIV/AIDS Program, and support for maternal and child health.

At GDIT, we foster a people-centric environment. The Sr Manager OPTN Membership has oversight responsibility for the management and implementation of member tracking tools, membership criteria management, and membership application processing. This leadership role ensures these processes operate efficiently, meet regulatory and compliance requirements, and align with organizational objectives that support the national organ donation and transplantation system.

The Sr Manager OPTN Membership is responsible for guiding the development, execution, and maintenance of critical membership plans, establishing streamlined workflows, and collaborating with HRSA, OPTN committees, and contractors to ensure accuracy, integrity, and effectiveness of membership operations. This position involves strategic coordination across internal and external stakeholders and ensures accountability for delivering high-quality, timely, and secure outputs that support OPTN membership management functions.

This is a hybrid - Must be able to commute to the HRSA/GDIT Rockville, MD office twice weekly and for meetings as needed.

The Sr Manager OPTN Membership responsibilities include:

• Oversee the implementation and maintenance of accurate, secure, and up-to-date OPTN Member Tracking Tool(s), ensuring alignment with OPTN IT systems.
• Lead the development and execution of the Membership Tracking Plan, including processes for tracking member status, personnel updates, enforcement history, and other key data elements required for patient safety and compliance functions.
• Collaborate with HRSA, contractors, and OPTN IT systems to ensure alignment and coordination of member tracking data across platforms.
• Periodically evaluate and recommend updates to tracking metrics, such as accreditation status or compliance trends, to enhance operational insights.
• Provide ongoing access to tracking systems, dashboards, and related documentation for stakeholders, ensuring transparency and accountability.
• Guide the development and execution of the Membership Criteria Management Plan, ensuring periodic review and updates to OPTN membership criteria based on trends, policy changes, or requests from HRSA and OPTN committees.
• Facilitate membership criteria reviews with OPTN Safety and Compliance Committees, supporting analysis, recommendations, and implementation of updates.
• Maintain documentation of roles, processes, authority boundaries, and coordination needs related to membership criteria management.
• Oversee the full lifecycle of membership application processing, including intake, review, approval, coordination, and outcome documentation per the Membership Application Processing Plan.
• Implement secure workflows to ensure timely and accurate transmission of application documents, review results, and decisions between OPTN committees, HRSA, and applicants.
• Manage communication and coordination between applicants, Safety and Compliance Committees, and the OPTN Board, ensuring prompt resolution of follow-up actions.
• Track application outcomes, including conditional statuses, referral actions, and membership transitions, while providing structured reporting on updates and changes.
• Periodically assess and implement improvements to application workflows to enhance operational efficiency and compliance standards.
• Establish and sustain standardized processes and SOPs for membership management and ensure adherence to approved operational plans.
• Facilitate cross-functional collaboration with HRSA, OPTN committees, and contractors to achieve project milestones and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Supervise and provide guidance to teams responsible for membership tracking, criteria review, and application processing, ensuring operational excellence.
• Monitor performance metrics and deliverables, provide strategic direction, and drive continuous process improvements across membership management functions.
• Ensure the regular analysis and reporting of membership data to inform decision-making, including trends in member compliance, application timelines, and enforcement actions.
• Provide transparent, detailed reporting to HRSA, the Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR), and other stakeholders, ensuring alignment with project priorities.
• Maintain secure, updated documentation systems for all membership data, records, and outcomes, ensuring audit readiness and compliance with federal policies.

WHAT YOU'LL NEED

• Bachelor’s degreein Public Health, Healthcare Administration, Nonprofit Management, Business Administration, or a related field. A Master’s degree is preferred.
• At least10 years of experiencein membership services, customer service, health policy and management, consulting, or a related field.
• Strong background in healthcare, membership management, nonprofit management, or regulatory environments.
• Proven ability to supervise and inspire teams to achieve operational goals and exceptional member and customer service.
• Expertise in analyzing data trends, compliance reports, and engagement metrics to inform decision-making.
• Exceptional written and verbal abilities with a talent for building relationships and facilitating collaboration.
• Experience managing membership database systems and ensuring the security and accuracy of member data.
• Able to obtain Public Trust clearance

Location: Hybrid - Must be able to commute to the HRSA/GDIT Rockville office twice weekly and for meetings as needed

GDIT IS YOUR PLACE

At GDIT, the mission is our purpose, and our people are at the center of everything we do.

• Growth: AI-powered career tool that identifies career steps and learning opportunities
• Support: An internal mobility team focused on helping you achieve your career goals
• Rewards: Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages, 401K with company match, and competitive pay and paid time off
• Flexibility: Full-flex work week to own your priorities at work and at home
• Community: Award-winning culture of innovation and a military-friendly workplace

OWN YOUR OPPORTUNITY

Explore a career in program management at GDIT and you’ll find endless opportunities to grow alongside colleagues who share your passion for the mission and delivering results.

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