Director, Certificate of Need Program Director Of Legislation, Regulations And Communications | Hybrid #260612-5399EX-100

Key Responsibilities

• Program Transformation: Working with the Commissioner and a Deputy Commissioner, the Director will manage the transition of the CON Program into DPH. Transition management will include helping the existing staff maintain the current review process while developing an action plan for the implementation of the statutory changes to the program, which will be effective July 1, 2027.
• Stakeholder Engagement: The Director will serve as the primary point of contact for healthcare providers seeking CON approvals. In this role, the Director also will conduct outreach and educational programs to inform stakeholders about the CON process, requirements, and benefits.
• Data Analysis and Reporting: The Director will be responsible for analyzing data related to healthcare service demand, utilization, and trends to inform decision-making and policy development and for preparing and presenting reports to state officials and stakeholders on program performance, trends, and recommendations.
• Regulatory Compliance: The Director will ensure that the program adheres to state statute, regulations, and guidelines and will monitor changes in healthcare laws and regulations to update program policies and practices accordingly.
• Collaboration: The Director will ensure that the program works closely with other state agencies, healthcare organizations, and community groups to coordinate healthcare planning efforts. The Director also will facilitate inter-agency cooperation to address healthcare access, quality, and cost issues.
• Program Administration and Management: The Director will be responsible for managing the day-to-day operations of the CON Program, including application processing, review, and approval. The Director also will develop and implement policies and procedures to ensure compliance with state and federal regulations. The Director will manage a professional staff of 6 to 8 people, all of whom telework a certain percentage of their time. The Director will be part of the Department’s management team. The staff is unionized.

Qualifications

• Experience in organizational strategy and personnel management, with reports made directly to a C-level executive, Commissioner, Deputy Commissioner, Governor’s Office staff, or equivalent.
• Experience leading the creation and launch of a new office, division, or major initiative, including responsibility for building the team, establishing operational processes, and developing performance and accountability systems.
• Experience leading complex initiatives that require coordination among government entities and healthcare sector stakeholders.
• Experience working with Certificate of Needs Programs, including issues related to healthcare quality, equity, affordability, and access in healthcare systems.
• Experience working within or closely with government bodies, including understanding public funding, regulatory frameworks, and legislative environments.