Executive Director, WA CIE
Position Overview
Comagine Health is seeking an experienced and strategic leader to serve as the Executive Director, Washington Community Information Exchange (CIE). This role serves as the senior leader and lead project manager for a multi-year partnership with the State of Washington to design, implement, and operationalize a statewide Community Information Exchange.
Key Responsibilities
Operations Stewardship (80%): Provide day-to-day leadership and management of the Washington CIE program. Ensure adequate staffing, regulatory compliance, and adherence to organizational and client policies. Lead cross-functional teams supporting implementation and operational delivery of the statewide CIE initiative. Drive achievement of key program objectives, including: Standardization of Health-Related Social Needs (HRSN) service delivery data exchange, Interoperability between state, regional, and local technology systems, Scalability of Community Care Hub efforts across Washington State. Build and maintain strong partnerships with state agencies, providers, community organizations, and stakeholders.
Financial Stewardship (10%): Partner with the client, VP of Data Solutions, and organizational leaders to develop and manage project budgets. Provide oversight of Washington CIE program financials, including subcontractor budgets and resource allocation. Monitor financial performance and support long-term sustainability planning.
Organizational Leadership (10%): Foster collaboration and alignment across service lines and teams supporting the Washington CIE program. Support team development through communication, mentorship, and leadership engagement. Promote organizational values, mission, and culture throughout program operations.
Qualifications
Required:
Master’s degree (MA/MS)
10+ years of experience leading high-profile, large-scale engagements with Medicaid programs and/or state health agencies
5+ years of leadership and people management experience
Demonstrated success managing complex, multi-stakeholder initiatives
Strong operational, strategic, and financial management capabilities
Excellent communication, relationship-building, and leadership skills
PREFERRED
PMP, PgMP, or related project/program management certification
Experience with health information exchange, interoperability initiatives, or community-based care coordination models
Familiarity with Health-Related Social Needs (HRSN) programs and Community Care Hub models
Core Competencies
Advanced Communication
Advanced Interpersonal & Relationship Skills
Advanced Professionalism & Integrity
Advanced Work Ethic and Reliability
Advanced Results Orientation
Intermediate Technical Expertise
Advanced Project & Program Management
Work Environment
Primarily remote, home-based position
Requires reliable internet access and a distraction-free workspace
Frequent use of computers, phones, and virtual communication tools
Occasional travel required (approximately 10%)
Reasonable Accommodations
Will be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Comagine Health is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.