Health Program Administrator / Trainee 1,2 (NY HELPS) - 79003

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Date Posted 07/28/26

Applications Due08/11/26

Vacancy ID220723

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NY HELPYes

AgencyHealth, Department of

TitleHealth Program Administrator / Trainee 1,2 (NY HELPS) - 79003

Occupational CategoryOther Professional Careers

Salary Grade18

Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)

Salary RangeFrom $53764 to $85138 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Permanent

Jurisdictional Class Competitive Class

Travel Percentage 5%

Workweek Mon-Fri

Hours Per Week 37.5

Workday

From 9 AM

To 5 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? Yes

County Albany

Street Address Office of Health Insurance Programs / Division of Eligibility and Marketplace Integration / Program Management Office

99 Washington Avenue

City Albany

StateNY

Zip Code12210

Duties Description The Health Program Administrator, Grade 18, will work within the DEMI Project Management Office (PMO). The PMO is part of the larger OHIP team that manages the contract for the NY State of Health (NYSOH) Marketplace Customer Service Center and is responsible for review and approval of the contract vouchers and associated supporting documentation from the Program perspective. The PMO engages in contract oversight and monitoring activities to ensure compliance with contract requirements and provides support for internal and external audits. The PMO also conducts analysis of program-related activities and completes special projects, as needed.

The responsibilities of the Health Program Administrator 18 within the Project Management Office will include, but not be limited to:

Voucher Processing- review and approval of vouchers and associated documentation as appropriate.

Audit Follow-Up - Provide support for audits as necessary.

Create and maintain meeting notes and action item lists.

Conduct data analysis

Provide written analysis of reports, projects, and issues.

Support NYSOH Contract Operations

Assist with the management of the Asset Inventory Project

Interpret and/or modify policies, procedures, guidance, and reporting requirements.

Provide Administrative &Technical Assistance as part of Contract Management Team

Minimum Qualifications Permanent Transfer Candidates: Current NYS Department of Health employee with one year of permanent or contingent permanent, competitive, service as a Health Program Administrator, SG18 OR a current NYS employee with one year of permanent or contingent permanent, competitive, service in a title eligible to transfer under Section 52.6, Section 70.1, or Section 70.4 of the NYS Civil Service Law to Health Program Administrator, SG18, Health Program Administrator Trainee 1, NS, or Health Program Administrator Trainee 2, NS.

Non-Competitive Candidates via NY HELPS Program:

Health Program Administrator: Six years of experience* in the administration, supervision, and oversight of agency programs including but not limited to the design, implementation, administration, management, operation, and assessment of program effectiveness.

Health Program Administrator, Trainee 2: Five years of experience* in the administration, supervision, and oversight of agency programs including but not limited to the design, implementation, administration, management, operation, and assessment of program effectiveness.

Health Program Administrator, Trainee 1: Four years of experience* in the administration, supervision, and oversight of agency programs including but not limited to the design, implementation, administration, management, operation, and assessment of program effectiveness.

• Substitution: An associate degree may substitute for two years of experience; a bachelors degree may substitute for four years of experience; a masters degree may substitute for five years of experience; and a doctorate may substitute for six years of experience.

Preferred Qualifications: Preferred candidates will have strong analytical skills and the ability to pay attention to details and will also have good oral and written communication skills. Candidates should have proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Access); the ability to work well independently and as part of a team and to manage multiple priorities to meet deadlines. Professional experience in public health insurance programs, including New Yorks Medicaid, Medicare and/or Child Health Plus and supervisory experience is a plus.

Additional Comments When reviewing qualifications, omissions and vagueness cannot be interpreted in the candidate's favor. Candidates are responsible for providing accurate and clear descriptions of their experience demonstrating how they meet the minimum qualifications.

This position is part of the NYS HELPS program. No examination is required.

This position may require travel throughout New York State including overnights to areas not served by public transportation.

We offer a work-life balance and a generous benefits package, worth 65% of salary, including:

• Holiday & Paid Time Off
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
• Pension from New York State Employees' Retirement System
• Shift & Geographic pay differentials
• Affordable Health Care options
• Family dental and vision benefits at no additional cost
• NYS Deferred Compensation plan
• Access to NY 529 and NY ABLE College Savings Programs, and U.S. Savings Bonds
• And many more...

The NYS Department of Health is committed to making New York a safer, healthier, and more equitable place to live. Understanding health equity, social determinants of health and health disparities is critical to accomplish our goal of eliminating health disparities. For more information on the NYS Department of Health's Mission, Vision, Values and Strategic Plan, please visit: https://health.ny.gov/commissioner/index.htm

If you require reasonable accommodation to complete a job application, a job interview or to otherwise participate in the hiring process, please contact by phone 518-486-1812 or email doh.sm.Reasonable.Accommodation@health.ny.gov to make a request.

The NYS Department of Health does not participate in E-Verify and does not sponsor visa applications.

For new State employees appointed to graded positions, the annual salary is the hiring rate of the position (beginning of the salary range). Promotion salaries are calculated by the NYS Office of the State Comptroller in accordance with NYS Civil Service Law, OSC Payroll rules and regulations, and negotiated union contracts.

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Name Human Resources Management Group, SCD/HPA/79003

Telephone 518-486-1812

Fax 518-473-3395

Email Address resume@health.ny.gov

Address

Street Corning Tower, Empire State Plaza, Room 2217

City Albany

State NY

Zip Code 12237

Notes on ApplyingPlease submit your resume and cover letter as one (1) document, preferably in PDF format, by email to resume@health.ny.gov, with Reference SCD/HPA/79003 included in the subject line or by mail to Human Resources Management Group, SCD/HPA/79003, Rm 2217, Corning Tower Building, Empire State Plaza, Albany, NY 12237-0012, or by fax to (518) 473-3395. Failure to include the required information may result in your resume not being considered for this position.

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