Rural Health Transformation Policy Development Coordinator

The State of Connecticut, Office of Policy and Management (OPM) is currently recruiting for an anticipated vacancy as a Rural Health Transformation Policy Development Coordinator (Durational Project Manager) in Health and Human Services Policy and Planning Division (HHSPPD).

This is a full time (40 hours per week) position conveniently located in Hartford, CT easily accessible to all major highways. 

• LOCATION: OPM, Health and Human Services Policy and Planning Division
• ADDRESS:  450 Capitol Avenue, Hartford, CT
• WORK HOURS: Full-time, first shift, 40 hours per week
• SCHEDULE: Monday through Friday
• This position is durational and will terminate at the end of the Rural Health Transformation Program grant spending period (September 30, 2031), unless funding for this position ends sooner. 

• Support the development and implementation of the state’s Rural Health Transformation Plan by advancing strategies and policies to improve access, health outcomes, and the use of data-driven and emerging technologies in rural health care.
• Foster and strengthen partnerships among rural hospitals, health care providers, and stakeholders to promote quality improvement, workforce development, financial sustainability, and shared best practices.

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• Professional growth and development opportunities.
• A healthy work/life balance to all employees.
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At OPM we report directly to the Governor and provide information and analysis that the Governor uses to formulate public policy for the state. We also assist state agencies and municipalities in implementing the law and public policy on behalf of the people of Connecticut. We prepare the Governor’s budget proposals; implement and monitor the execution of the enacted budget; and oversee the executive branch agencies that report to the Governor.  

For more information about the Rural Health Transformation Program, please refer to the State’s submitted grant application and related federal materials at the following links:

• Rural Health Transformation Program
• Rural Health Transformation (RHT) Program

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• Meet Minimum Qualifications: Ensure you meet the Minimum Qualifications listed on the job opening by the job closing date. You must specify your qualifications on your application. The minimum experience and training requirements listed must be met by the close date on the job opening, unless otherwise specified.  
• Educational Credits: List your earned credits and degrees from accredited institutions accurately on your application. To receive educational credits towards qualification, the institution must be accredited. If the institution of higher learning is located outside of the U.S., you are responsible for providing documentation from a recognized USA accrediting service which specializes in determining foreign education equivalencies to the contact listed below.
• Resume Policy: Per Public Act 21-69, resumes are not accepted during the initial application process. As the recruitment process progresses, candidates may be required to submit additional documentation to support their qualification(s) for this position. This documentation may include: a cover letter, resume, transcripts, diplomas, performance reviews, attendance records, supervisory references, licensure, etc., at the request and discretion of the hiring agency. 
• Preferred Shift/Location: Select all location(s) and shift(s) you are willing to work on your application. Failure to do so may result in not being considered for vacancies in that specific location or shift. 
• Timely Submission: All application materials must be received by the job posting deadline. You will be unable to make revisions once you officially submit your application to the State.  Late submissions are rarely accepted, with exceptions only for documented events that incapacitate individuals during the entire duration of the job posting. Request exceptions by emailing opm.recruitment@ct.gov. 
• Salary Calculations: For current state employees, salary calculations are not necessarily comparable from one of the three branches of state government (i.e., Executive, Legislative, Judicial) to the other. 
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• The immediate vacancy is listed above, however, applications to this recruitment may be used for future vacancies in this job class.  
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• Monitor, review and provide policy guidance on the Rural Health Transformation (RHT) Program, including proposed legislation, regulations and administrative action;
• Act as liaison with state agencies, OPM divisions and stakeholders to formulate policy recommendations, explore federal and state policies/regulations and legislative proposals related to the RHT program;
• Draft reports, recommendations, presentations, and talking points on the RHT program, national trends, state best-practices and evidence-based assessments; 
• Monitor and advise on the implementation of current RHT Program initiatives; 
• Participate and oversee the preparation of reports, applications, and other required submissions to the federal government and other entities;
• Ensure compliance with federal grant terms and conditions, and other applicable federal and state requirements;
• Collaborate in the development of policies, regulations, proposals and administrative action related to the RHT program;
• Serve as the OPM Liaison to the RHT program steering committee;
• Develop metrics to measure impact and success of RHT program initiatives; and
• Support development of sustainability strategies to maintain successful programs.

• Experience with policy concepts related to public health, rural health, hospital payment systems, grant funding, federal programs and agencies.
• Experience working within the state legislative processes.
• Experience reading and interpreting legislation, regulations, policy proposals and reports.
• Experience collaborating and communicating with both internal and external partners.
• Experience explaining complex or technical subject matter to a diverse set of stakeholders.
• Project management experience.
• Experience with federal grants, including oversight, evaluation, and coordination with multiple partners.
• Experience with healthcare policy. 
• Experience working with the Connecticut General Assembly and state agencies.