ASSISTANT DIRECTOR I (DOH) at State of careers Rhode Island

Kazan, Tatarstan, Russia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

12 Mar, 26

Salary

133541.0

Posted On

12 Dec, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Public Health, Program Administration, Leadership, Supervision, Communication, Budget Management, Regulatory Compliance, Strategic Planning, Data Analysis, Stakeholder Engagement, Quality Improvement, Health Care Licensing, Operational Oversight, Team Coordination, Performance Evaluation, Innovative Practices

Industry

Government Administration

Description

Department Department of Health Division Administrative Use Only Salary $115,008.00 - $133,541.00 Job Profile JC-02951303-99 - Assistant Director I (DOH) (Non-Union Executive Branch) Scheduled Work Days & Work Hours Monday-Friday; 8:30am - 4:30pm Provide operational oversight for the Office of Health Systems Development. Responsibilities consist of leading the overall planning, development, and implementation of all functions within the Office, including but not limited to administering the certificate of need (“CON”) program; (The purpose of the CON statute is “to provide for the development, establishment, and enforcement of standards for the authorization and allocation of new institutional health services (e.g., hospitals) and new health care equipment (e.g., MRI).” [R.I. Gen. Laws 23-15-3]); the Change in Effective Control (“CEC”) and Initial Licensure (“IL”) functions of the Health Care Facility Licensing Act of Rhode Island; (The purpose of this act is to provide for the development, establishment, and enforcement of standards: (1) For the care and treatment of individuals in health care facilities; (2) For the maintenance and operation of health care facilities which in the light of advancing knowledge, will promote appropriate access and safe and adequate treatment for individuals receiving health care facility services; and (3) For the encouragement of quality improvement in all aspects of the operations of health care facilities. [R.I. Gen. Laws 23-17-3]); the hospital conversions program (HCA); (The purpose of the HCA program is to “assure the viability of a safe, accessible and affordable healthcare system that is available to all of the citizens of the state.” [R.I. Gen. Laws 23-17.14-3 (1)]); and the Statewide Health Inventory program. (The program surveys health care professionals, facilities and services and, as such, contributes to the implementation of a statewide health systems plan. [R.I. Gen. Laws 23-93-5 (b)]). Opening Date December 9, 2025 Closing Date December 21, 2025 Job Requisition Number JR100069 ASSISTANT DIRECTOR I (DOH) (Open) Pay Grade C00141 A Classification Assistant Director I (DOH) Class Definition GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES: Within the Department of Health (DOH) program area or unit designated as a smaller-sized organizational component, to have the assigned responsibility for assisting in the overall administration of the planning, development and implementation of operational functions within that area or unit; or to have the assigned responsibility for assisting in the overall administration of a public health program of substantially comparable complexity; and to do related work as required. SUPERVISION RECEIVED: Works under the general supervision of a superior with wide latitude for the exercise of initiative and independent judgement; work is reviewed for conformance to policies, guidelines, and professional standards. SUPERVISION EXERCISED: Plans, coordinates, and reviews supervisory, professional, technical or other staff engaged in program activities. ILLUSTRATIVE EXAMPLES OF WORK PERFORMED: Within the Department of Health (DOH) program area or unit designated as a smaller-sized organizational component, to have the assigned responsibility for assisting in the overall administration of the planning, development, and implementation of operational functions within that area or unit; or to have the assigned responsibility for assisting in the overall administration of a public health program of substantially comparable complexity. To apply innovative and emerging methods, technologies, and management practices to the operation of the area or program. To coordinate or conduct analyses of specific public health programs, services, resources and costs and benefits to increase the efficiency and effectiveness of the program. To assist in the development of short and long terms goals and objectives, management plans and operating plans and to oversee their implementation and evaluation. To assist in achieving fiscal integrity and accountability within the program area or unit. To assist in the development of operating and capital budget plans, proposals, and requests, as required for that area or unit. To periodically consult and confer with other state and federal partners and stakeholders to assess and recommend changes in public health programs, services, goals, and objectives as requested. To coordinate in the conformity with federal, state, and other regulations and requirements and with the overall mission and goals of the department for a smaller sized unit or area of the department. To encourage professional and staff development activities within the program or services area. To provide expert opinion, consultation, and advice, as requested. To serve as an effective member of the department, agency, and program leadership team. To coordinate or assist in coordination of programs and services within the department, other state departments and agencies, municipal, federal, and private agencies and parties, as requested. To provide effective and informative reports; to prepare communications and communicate regularly with departmental and program staff, and with others as requested. To represent the department in a variety of roles and settings, as requested. To develop or assist in developing and maintaining appropriate and adequate informatics and to produce reports as needed. To meet and conform to the requirements of an operational set of performance specifications. To do related work as required. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS FOR APPOINTMENT: KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND CAPACITIES: A thorough knowledge of the operations of the public health program or services area and the ability to utilize this knowledge in promoting effective and efficient programs and services; a thorough knowledge of trends and best practices in the program or services area and the ability to apply this knowledge to planning, coordinating, administering and evaluating the program; a working knowledge of the principles and practices employed in the administration of public health care programs and services; a working knowledge of relevant laws, regulations, policies and procedures; the ability to lead, supervise, direct, assign and evaluate the work of subordinates the ability to provide leadership and coordination; the ability to serve as an effective member of a leadership team; the ability to communicate effectively; the ability to meet and conform to the requirements of an operational set of performance specifications; and related capacities and abilities. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Education: Possession of a Graduate Degree in Public Health, Public Administration, Management, Health Administration, or in the specifically assigned area of organizational or program responsibility; and Experience: Employment in a supervisory role for five (5) years or more and the equivalent experience within a public health center or related equivalent experience. Or, any combination of education and experience that shall be substantially equivalent to the above education and experience. Supplemental Information Provide operational oversight for the Office of Health Systems Development. Responsibilities consist of leading the overall planning, development, and implementation of all functions within the Office, including but not limited to administering the certificate of need (“CON”) program; (The purpose of the CON statute is “to provide for the development, establishment, and enforcement of standards for the authorization and allocation of new institutional health services (e.g., hospitals) and new health care equipment (e.g., MRI).” [R.I. Gen. Laws 23-15-3]); the Change in Effective Control (“CEC”) and Initial Licensure (“IL”) functions of the Health Care Facility Licensing Act of Rhode Island; (The purpose of this act is to provide for the development, establishment, and enforcement of standards: (1) For the care and treatment of individuals in health care facilities; (2) For the maintenance and operation of health care facilities which in the light of advancing knowledge, will promote appropriate access and safe and adequate treatment for individuals receiving health care facility services; and (3) For the encouragement of quality improvement in all aspects of the operations of health care facilities. [R.I. Gen. Laws 23-17-3]); the hospital conversions program (HCA); (The purpose of the HCA program is to “assure the viability of a safe, accessible and affordable healthcare system that is available to all of the citizens of the state.” [R.I. Gen. Laws 23-17.14-3 (1)]); and the Statewide Health Inventory program. (The program surveys health care professionals, facilities and services and, as such, contributes to the implementation of a statewide health systems plan. [R.I. Gen. Laws 23-93-5 (b)]). Benefits For information regarding the benefits available to State of Rhode Island employees, please visit the Office of Employee Benefits' website at http://www.employeebenefits.ri.gov/. Also, be advised that a new provision in RI General Law 35-6-1 was enacted requiring direct deposit for all employees. Specific to new hires, the law requires that all employees hired after September 30, 2014 participate in direct deposit. Accordingly, any employee hired after this date will be required to participate in the direct deposit system. At the time the employee is hired, the employee shall identify a financial institution that will serve as a personal depository agency for the employee. STATE OF RHODE ISLAND JOBS The State of Rhode Island is committed to providing fundamental services to all Rhode Islanders. Join our team and enjoy the benefits of providing public service with purpose and impact. If you are a current state employee, you are required to apply through the internal jobs website. Applications for current state employees will only be accepted through the internal jobs website. Please log into your Employee Self Service portal and search "Find Jobs" to access the internal jobs website.

Responsibilities

Provide operational oversight for the Office of Health Systems Development, leading the planning, development, and implementation of various health programs. Responsibilities include administering the certificate of need program and ensuring compliance with health care regulations.