Chief Operating Officer

Agency

Dept of Health and Human Services

Division

HEALTH BENEFITS

Job Classification Title

DHB-Sr. Program Manager (NS)

Position Number

60042581

Grade

FLATRATE

About Us

The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is one of the largest, most complex agencies in the state, and has approximately 17,000 employees. It is responsible for ensuring the health, safety, and well-being of all North Carolinians, providing human service needs for special populations including individuals who are deaf, blind, developmentally disabled, and mentally ill, and helping poor North Carolinians achieve economic independence.

Description of Work

The Chief Operating Officer (COO) for the North Carolina Medicaid program is a key executive leader responsible for overseeing the operational strategy, performance, and administration of one of the largest health programs in the state. The COO ensures that Medicaid operations are efficient, compliant, data‑driven, and aligned with departmental goals, federal and state regulations, and the needs of beneficiaries, providers, and partners. This role leads cross‑functional teams to drive operational excellence, system modernization, and continuous improvement across the program.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

"This position is exempt from the provisions of the North Carolina Human Resources Act. Employees in this classification are not subject to the recruitment, selection, and priority consideration requirements of Chapter 126 of the North Carolina General Statutes." [

Recruitment Range: $150,000 - $185,000

Candidates now meet the minimum qualifications of a position if they meet the minimum education and experience listed on the vacancy announcement.

The Knowledge Skills and Abilities/ Management Preferences are not required. Applicants who possess the following skills are preferred.

• Deep understanding of Medicaid operations, regulatory requirements, and health system delivery.
• Strong operational management skills, including process improvement, performance measurement, and risk management.
• Proven ability in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders;
• Excellent oral and written communication skills;
• Proven ability to establish and articulate a vision, set goals, develop and execute strategies, and track and measure results.

This position is funded in part through federal funds. 

This position will close at 11:59 p.m. the night before the end date.

About NC Medicaid (Division of Health Benefits)

The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (NCDHHS) works closely with beneficiaries, health care professionals, community leaders and advocacy groups; local, state and federal entities; and other community partners vested to improve the health and safety of all North Carolinians by providing essential human services. NCDHHS is one of the largest, most complex agencies in the state, with about 17,000 employees.

The Division of Health Benefits (DHB) within NCDHHS is committed to advancing innovative solutions that improve health, promote well-being and foster independence for all North Carolinians. DHB manages and oversees North Carolina Medicaid, NC Medicaid Managed Care and other programs that provide access to services and supports for parents, children, seniors, people with intellectual / developmental disabilities, and behavioral health, substance use and traumatic brain injury disorders. With a budget over $21 billion in state and federal funds per fiscal year, DHB ensures that more than 96,000 enrolled providers are reimbursed for delivering covered services to 2.9 million beneficiaries.

Realizing the strength of DHB lies in its employees, DHB remains dedicated in its efforts to create and maintain a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace environment.​

Compensation & Benefits:
The State of North Carolina offers excellent comprehensive benefits.  Employees can participate in health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, and the NCFlex program (numerous high-quality, low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis).  Employees also receive paid vacation, sick, and community service leave.  In addition, paid parental leave is available to eligible employees.  

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Supplemental and Contact Information

The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is an Equal Opportunity Employer that embraces an Employment First philosophy, which consists of complying with all federal laws, state laws, and Executive Orders.  We are committed to reviewing requests for reasonable accommodation at any time during the hiring process or while on the job.  For more information about DHHS: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/.

DHHS uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions subject to the State Human Resources Act with the most qualified individuals.  Hiring salary will be based on relevant qualifications, internal equity, and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position.

In accordance with the Governor’s Executive Order 303, our agency supports second-chance employment for individuals who were previously incarcerated or justice-involved.  We invite all potential applicants to apply for positions for which they may be qualified.

               

Application Process
Be sure to complete the application in its entirety.  Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing this application. 

• Information should be provided in the appropriate areas, to include the following: Education, including high school and all degrees obtained, Work Experience, and Certificates & Licenses. It is critical to our screening and salary determination process that applications contain comprehensive candidate information.
• Applicants may be subject to a criminal background check. All candidates selected for positions considered "Positions of Trust" will be subject to a criminal background check.
• Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information regarding the status of your application over the phone. To check the status of your application, please log in to your account.  Upon the closing date, applications are "Under Review" and will be screened by Human Resources for qualified applicants. The hiring process may take several weeks.
• Degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.  Transcripts and degree evaluations may be uploaded with your application. The State of North Carolina/Office of State Human Resources uses the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) as a referral resource for applicants who need to have their credentials certified as equivalent.
• For a list of organizations that perform this specialized service, please visit the NACES membership website at https://www.naces.org/members. 

Degree/College Credit Verification

Degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.  Transcripts, degree evaluations and cover letters may be uploaded with your application.

Veterans’ and National Guard Preference

• Applicants seeking Veteran's Preference must attach a DD-214 Member-4 Form (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to their applications.
• Applicants seeking National Guard Preference must attach an NGB 23A (RPAS), along with the state application, if they are a current member of the NC National Guard in good standing. 
• Applicants who are former members of either the NC Army National Guard or the NC Air National Guard, with honorable discharge and six years of creditable service, must attach a copy of the DD 256 or NGB 22, along with the state application.

ADA Accommodations

Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA), DHHS is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, DHHS will ensure that people with disabilities, or known limitations covered by the PWFA, are provided with reasonable accommodation.  If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact the person indicated below.

CONTACT INFORMATION: 

If there are any questions about this posting, please contact Talent Acquisition at 

talentacquisition@dhhs.nc.gov

.Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing this application.

Minimum Education and Experience

Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Healthcare Administration, or other discipline related to the area of assignment and five years of related operations management and leadership experience, including three years of supervisory/management experience; or equivalent combination of training and experience.

Degrees must be from appropriately accredited colleges or universities.
 

EEO Statement

The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.

Recruiter:

Charlene Michele Moore

Email:

talentacquisition@dhhs.nc.gov