Director, Rural Health Systems Development (Wms2) Doh8167

This is a remote, full-time, permanent position within the Washington Management Service (WMS) .
Director, Rural Health Systems Development The Executive Office of Healthcare Innovation and Strategy (OHIS) is dedicated to improving health for everyone in Washington. We drive innovation in population health, transform health systems and the workforce, and create synergy between public health, healthcare, and social care systems to achieve health equity and the Quadruple Aim: better care, affordable care, a resilient health workforce, and better population health. This role supports our mission by managing statewide initiatives that enhance rural health systems, ensuring better health and protection for people in rural areas of Washington. This includes overseeing the State Office of Rural Health.
As the Director of Rural Health Systems Development, you'll play a pivotal role in shaping the healthcare landscape of Washington State. Leading the planning, management, and evaluation of rural health strategies at the Department of Health (DOH), you'll spearhead initiatives aimed at improving access to healthcare in underserved areas, with a particular focus on Medicaid-eligible populations and enrollees. Your responsibilities will include supervising the Rural Health Systems Development team, overseeing critical programs such as rural palliative care, sustainability efforts for Critical Access Hospitals, quality improvement initiatives, and providing technical assistance for Rural Health Clinics. Collaborating closely with rural health partners, you'll identify pressing needs and craft integrated solutions to bridge gaps in public health and healthcare systems.
In this dynamic role, you'll serve as the primary liaison for rural health policy, engaging with a diverse array of stakeholders including interest groups, internal and external partners, as well as state and federal agencies. Your strategic leadership will be instrumental in setting the direction for rural health initiatives, driving the development and implementation of innovative programs and policies aimed at enhancing healthcare accessibility and quality. Partnering with the Senior Director of Health Systems and Workforce Transformation, you'll ensure alignment with broader health system priorities, overseeing effective operations, budget development, fiscal monitoring, and personnel management. With a forward-thinking approach and a commitment to fostering positive change, you'll lead efforts to transform rural health systems, ultimately improving healthcare access and outcomes for communities across Washington.
Responsibilities :
Direct statewide programs to enhance rural health systems and services in Washington, ensuring high quality and accessibility while coordinating with public health services. Establish contractual, statutory, and regulatory requirements for rural health initiatives. Provide policy oversight and consultation on rural health to the agency, legislature, and other entities, including oversight of Critical Access Hospitals and Rural Health Clinics. Represent the Executive Office and Department of Health at state and national levels, fostering partnerships and collaborations with local, state, and federal organizations. Communicate with various stakeholders, including the public, government agencies, and media, to educate about rural health initiatives and interpret regulatory statutes. Oversee quality assurance activities, develop assessments, and implement strategies to improve efficiency and effectiveness of operations. Develops and ensures implementation of program policies consistent with agency frameworks and national/state policies. Operationalize the agency's core values of equity, innovation, and engagement, prioritizing equity in both internal management and external relationships. Manage budget allocations and expenditures for team projects, ensuring accuracy in financial reporting to funders/partners. Supervise Rural Health Systems Development team, selecting personnel, providing guidance, coaching, and fostering collaboration while promoting diversity and equity awareness. Qualifications We're seeking a candidate who embodies a commitment to continuous improvement, cultural sensitivity, and effective communication. You'll excel in navigating organizational dynamics with awareness and tact, fostering relationships across diverse stakeholders. Your ability to influence, coupled with a deep-rooted dedication to our values of equity, innovation, and engagement, will drive impactful change. Leadership in navigating complex environments and exemplary management skills are essential as you inspire our team to excel.
Education: A Master's degree in public administration, public health, business administration, health care administration, human services or a related field and 3+ years of experience with progressive responsibility in management and systems development
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A Bachelor's degree and 5+ years of experience with progressive responsibility managing or developing health care or related services.
Experience: Effectively leading and directing a group of managers and/or professionals. Strategic planning, grant writing, and grant management. Translating policy into organizational plans, structures, and programs.  Development and management of budgets. Leading process improvement activities, centralizing community, and other partners to better promote equity. Community and stakeholder engagement. Experience in systems integration and improvement work with a variety of partners, with intentional focus on equity. Experience and competency serving diverse communities, including having lived or worked in a rural community or was employed by a rural healthcare system. Knowledge of the following: Population-based health promotion and communication Public health methods and core functions Affordable Care Act and the health care environment  Organizational development and strategic planning Management principles Principles of cultural competency Skills and Abilities: Planning for and prioritizing complex projects and initiatives Systems and policy development Addressing high visibility issues Developing partnerships Leading, coaching and mentoring professional staff and teams  Communicating politically sensitive information Communicating and working effectively with diverse groups including facilitation, negotiation, and active listening Balancing multiple tasks; adapt to change and shifting priorities Maintaining a clear focus on internal and external customer needs Continual development of cultural competency The following experience is preferred:  Master's degree in public health, public administration, or closely related field.  Experience working with a legislative body. Working knowledge of health systems transformation efforts in Washington state and the U.S. Three years of experience overseeing complex budgets with multiple funding sources.  developing and managing contracts. developing strategic partnerships. Familiarity with clinical and public health quality improvement efforts Knowledge of:Structure of public health in Washington State as it relates to federal, state, and local levels.  Development and implementation of clinical or public health services in a rural area.  Development and implementation of rural public health initiatives.  Review the full position description to learn more about this opportunity. Location  We value work-life balance and offer the convenience of remote work with occasional in-person collaboration opportunities. This is a remote position available to applicants residing anywhere in Washington State, as well as those living near the Oregon/Washington border and the Idaho/Washington border.
Frequent in-state travel is expected. Attending events or working in-office is rarely required and would be scheduled in advance at the DOH office located in Tumwater.
Benefits  We prioritize your work-life balance and offer one of the most competitive benefits packages nationwide, tailored to support your lifestyle. Discover more about "why DOH" by visiting .
About us OHIS: Empowering rural health to build stronger communities, together! At the heart of healthcare innovation in Washington lies the Executive Office of Healthcare Innovation and Strategy (OHIS), where pioneering minds converge to drive change and improve lives. Committed to fostering population health innovation and aligning public health, healthcare, and social care systems, OHIS stands as a beacon of progress. In line with our mission, this role plays a pivotal part in managing statewide rural health initiatives, spearheading the transformation of rural health systems to safeguard the well-being of Washington's rural communities. Reporting to the Senior Director of Health Systems and Workforce Transformation, this position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the Quadruple Aim of better care, affordable care, resilient health workforce, and better population health. Join us in shaping the future of healthcare in Washington, where every effort counts towards building healthier, more equitable communities.
About the Washington State Department of Health (DOH) At DOH, we safeguard public health in an ever-evolving world. Through collaboration with local health jurisdictions and state, federal, and private partners, our programs, and services impact every Washingtonian and visitor daily. We're driven by Equity, Innovation, and Engagement, as outlined in our Transformational Plan for the future of Washington health.
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Commit to a full-time 40-hour work week schedule. (Please note that flexible work schedule requests will be subject to supervisor approval.) Adjust my work schedule occasionally to align with business needs, which may entail working evenings and weekends. Perform my job duties either remotely from home or in-person at the designated DOH site location. Travel regularly within the state of Washington. Possess the legal ability to operate a state or privately-owned vehicle or arrange alternative transportation for official state business. Engage in emergency response exercises and high-priority assignments as assigned during emergency events. SUBSCRIBE to DOH Job Alerts Only applicants who follow the directions and complete the Application Process in-full will have their responses reviewed for consideration.

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