Assistant Director, Network Innovations Programs

Hybrid role (3 days/week in office) at our Portland, OR; Medford, OR; Renton, WA; Spokane, WA; Vancouver, WA; Burlington, WA; Boise, ID; Lewiston, ID; or Salt Lake City, UT locations. Candidates must reside within commutable distance or be willing to relocate.

About the role

Join our Cause to create a person-focused and economically sustainable health care system. As a member of the Network Innovations team, the Assistant Director, Network Innovations Programs partners with VP leadership to develop, execute, and track provider partnership strategies and alternative payment models (APMs) across all markets and lines of business. This role leads a team managing primary care and specialty APM programs while supporting the broader organization through strategic projects, data insights, executive communications, and administrative oversight—all in service of making our members’ health journeys easier.

As a people leader, you are willing to learn and grow, understanding that leadership is a craft continuously honed as you support your team and the lives that depend upon us.

Responsibilities

• Uses strong knowledge of department strategies and initiatives to represent Network Innovations in various internal and external forums.
• Provides thought leadership, analytical thinking, and industry expertise to the development of foundational APM program and growth strategies.
• Helps develop and communicate organizational objectives and team goals related to APM development, implementation, and maintenance/improvement. Ensures objectives remain consistent with the overall Network Innovations and organizational business strategy. Tracks objectives to ensure results are achieved on schedule, within budget, and according to defined scope.
• Represents the VP Network Innovations as needed on specific projects and initiatives. Follows up on information or actions needed to ensure completion of deliverables. Identifies critical risks and issues and drives issue resolution; appropriately escalates issues to Network Innovations leadership or key stakeholders. Raises awareness regarding critical project dependencies and ensures that all requirements are communicated to relevant work streams and business partners.
• Provides management to direct and/or virtual team members. Engages team members toward common goals and creates a positive experience that helps people flourish.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree (Master’s preferred) in Business Administration, Healthcare Administration, or related field.
• 7 years of experience working directly with senior management to identify, develop, and execute strategic initiatives related to healthcare insurance or healthcare delivery, including experience with value-based provider payment methodologies and program development, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Skills

• Strong communication and facilitation skills across all organizational levels, with the ability to resolve complex issues, build consensus among diverse stakeholders, and effectively influence internal teams.
• Deep expertise in health insurance industry trends, reimbursement methods, value-based payment models, and APM program design and implementation for primary care, specialty, and facility contracts.
• Demonstrated strategic planning, analytical ability, and experience constructing actionable business and financial strategies.
• Proven ability to initiate, track, and manage business transformation projects while leading change across multiple locations, lines of business, and functions.
• Ability to identify efficiency opportunities and assist with measurements to determine operational outcomes.
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to think creatively about complex business challenges and clarify key issues.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with experience preparing executive-level communications and strategic documents.
• Proven team player with the ability to lead, motivate, and develop others while thriving in a fast-paced environment.

Pay

Pay ranges vary based on work location. The expected hiring range is $148,800 - $201,300, with a full salary range of $140,000 - $228,000. The bonus target is 20%.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and their eligible family members, including mental health benefits.
• Annual employer contribution to a health savings account.
• Generous paid time off varying by role and tenure, in addition to 10 company-paid holidays.
• Market-leading retirement plan including a company match on employee 401(k) contributions, with a potential discretionary contribution based on company performance (no vesting period).
• Up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave (eligibility requires 12 months of continuous service immediately preceding leave).
• Award-winning wellness programs that reward participation.
• Employee Assistance Fund for those in need.
• Commute and parking benefits.

Work from home options are available for most roles, requiring a wired internet connection (not satellite or cellular) with a minimum upload speed of 5Mb and download speed of 10Mb. New hires will need access to a personal mobile device to set up Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA).