OPTC Unit Manager

State of Wyoming A&I Human Resources Division

Cheyenne, WY

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JOB DETAILS

SALARY

$7,399.06–$8,221.18

SKILLS

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Analysis Skills, Behavioral Health, Best Practices, Budget Management, Budgeting, Communication Skills, Community and Social Services, Consensus Building Skills, Contract Management, Data Collection, Dental Insurance, Documentation Review, Facebook, Federal Government, Federal Laws and Regulations, Government, Health Plan, Healthcare Administration, High School Diploma, Human Health, Human Resources, Information/Data Security (InfoSec), Leadership, LinkedIn, Maintain Compliance, Metrics, Newsletter, Organizational Skills, People Management, Performance Analysis, Performance Management, Performance Reviews, Policy Development, Policy Evaluation, Political Science, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Procedure Development, Process Management, Program Evaluation, Progress Reports, Project Development, Project Planning, Project Tracking, Project/Program Management, Protocol Analysis, Psychology, Public Administration, Public Policy, Publications, Purchasing/Procurement, RFA, Regulations, Regulatory Reports, Request for Proposals (RFP), Research Skills, Social Media, Social Work, State Government, State Laws and Regulations, Statutory Laws, Strategic Planning, Time Management, Training/Teaching, Trend Analysis, Twitter, Vision Plan, Writing Skills, Zip

LOCATION

Cheyenne, WY

POSTED

1 day ago

Salary: $7,399.06 - $8,221.18 Monthly
Location : Cheyenne, WY
Job Type: Permanent Full-time
Job Number: 2026-01276
Department: Department Of Health
Division: Cheyenne and CountyOffices
Opening Date: 05/11/2026
Closing Date: Continuous
FLSA: Exempt
Job Classification: BAPS12

Description and Functions
Open Until Filled
GENERAL DESCRIPTION:
The Operations, Policy, Tracking, and Contracts (OPTC) Unit Manager serves as the Behavioral Health Division (Division) legislative and HealthStat liaison, correspondence, and public documents gatekeeper, and is responsible for oversight and coordination of all Division contracts.Duties include coordination of Division budget preparation, Division rule promulgation, Governor's correspondence, organizing large-scale reports and changes as mandated by the legislature, reviewing and interpreting federal and State statutes, regulations, rules, legislative intent, agency missionand goals, gubernatorial and administrative requirements, and applying these requirements to Division programs. This position supervises two OPTC staff members.
Working for the State of Wyoming offers more than a paycheck. Our total compensation package includes:

Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
Paid vacation, sick leave, FMLA, and holidays
Retirement - Pension and 457(b) plans that help you build a secure future
Flexible schedules and work-life balance options
Meaningful work that makes a difference for Wyoming communities

and MUCH MORE! Click here for detailed information, or you can watch this short video to learn about our benefit package!

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Human Resource Contact: wdhrecruit@wyo.gov

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function that may be performed in the job level.

Oversee legislative processes for the Division, including completing statutorily required legislative reports as needed, compiling and responding to information requests from legislative committees and the Director's Office, coordinating the completion of required forms during legislative sessions, tracking bills impacting Division programs, communicating the status of bills to Division staff, and tracking the implementation of footnotes and Acts passed by the legislature.
Complete a periodic review of administrative rules and regulations, evaluation for alignment with current policy, and the need to make recommendations and/or formulate plans to change policy direction based on the results of research.
Serve as the Division's performance management HealthStat liaison to attend and facilitate prep meetings, review data, facilitate discussion on metrics and strategies, determine next steps, coordinate follow-up meetings, provide training to Division staff on the internal process, and widen communication on any updates. Coordinate internal HealthStat reports to include thoroughly reviewing each progress report, vetting data, and confirming strategies.
Direct and oversee the development and periodic updating of the Division's strategic plan as necessary, acting as a representative to special projects and committees. Facilitate ongoing review of the status of implemented strategic plans or special projects. Assess the need for additional resources to meet expectations and collaborate with relevant staff and the Senior Administrator to coordinate these efforts.
Conduct comprehensive research and planning for specialized assignments pertaining to State and federal legislation, statutes, regulations, and policy matters. This includes the collection of pertinent data and the generation of detailed reports. Maintain an up-to-date awareness of evolving best practices and programmatic innovations at both the federal and State levels. Facilitate coordination with agency leadership, associated entities, and regional and national collaborators to identify and evaluate policy issues effectively.
Work across units to collect and compile reliable data related to program evaluation and/or redesign. Evaluate the data to identify trends, design systems, and determine the need for policies and procedures.
Oversee the completion of the Governor's Correspondence, memos to the Director's Office, and ad hoc correspondence requests from political officials, the media, and stakeholder organizations.
Complete a final review on all major Division communication documents to ensure professionalism, consistency in formation, and to keep the Division's Senior Administrator aware of information being released.
Oversee the Division's contract process for all Division contracts.
Monitor progress on drafting, timely document reviews, coordinating the signature process, identifying gaps, and developing strategies to address gaps.
Provide assistance and oversight of Requests for Proposals (RFPs) and Requests for Applications (RFAs) following the State Procurement Process as well as State and federal rules and regulations.
Other duties as assigned. *Access to Protected Health Information (PHI) for this position, both electronic and print, is on file and will be reviewed annually during the Performance Evaluation Process.

Qualifications
PREFERENCES:
Preference will be given to candidates with a degree in human services, health administration, business, political science, public administration, psychology, social services, or other related fields. The most appropriate level of experience for this position is 3-5 years plus the education listed above.
KNOWLEDGE:

Thorough understanding of State and federal government functions, procedures, concepts, principles, and practices of professional healthcare administration; policies and procedures established for the work system. The ability to comprehend federal regulations, State statutes, program rules, and policy. Able to interpret the foregoing into legislation, statute, and policy.
Experience in rule promulgation.
Experience in organizing and managing large and complicated projects. Develop detailed project plans, budgets, and timelines, and manage the same. Organize large-scale projects requiring complex analytical ability and difficult research.
Experience in writing and scoring Requests for Proposals and the ability to contract for services via state and federal protocols, and analyze work plans and monitor compliance.
Ability to manage and coordinate complex integration of unique programs, research, and analyze issues; identification of options and solutions; and ability to build consensus among stakeholders.
Experience in organizing and conducting successful and informative meetings and presentations for a diverse audience, including state, federal, and local agencies, legislators, professional associations, and other stakeholders.
Exceptional oral and written communication skills and the ability to communicate with a broad range of audiences, including administrators, legislators, contractors, and staff. Ability to communicate program information and policy to public and private entities. Ability to create publications, information for stakeholders, and the general public on critical program information.
Ability to work with various ability levels and personality styles within the office and facilitate change without direct supervisory authority.
Knowledge of federal and State rules, regulations, and procedures.
Ability to adapt to changing expectations and explain changing expectations to a large stakeholder group.
Ability to independently analyze and evaluate programs and consistently apply rules and standards.
Experience in organizing successful and informative meetings and presentations for a diverse audience including State, federal, and local agencies, legislators, professional associations, and other stakeholders.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education:

Bachelor's Degree (typically in Business)

Experience:

2-4 years of progressive work experience (typically in Business) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Policy & Planning Coordinator

OR

Education & Experience Substitution:

5-7 years of progressive work experience (typically in Business) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Policy & Planning Coordinator
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

None
Necessary Special Requirements
PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

The employee may sit comfortably to perform the work; however, there may be some walking, standing, bending, carrying light items, driving an automobile, etc.

NOTES:

FLSA: Exempt
The Wyoming Department of Health is an employer.

Supplemental Information
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Click to view the State of Wyoming Classification and Pay Structure.

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The State of Wyoming is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively supports the ADA and reasonably accommodates qualified applicants with disabilities.

Class Specifications are subject to change, please refer to the A & I HRD Website to ensure that you have the most recent version.
Working for the State of Wyoming means more than a job - it's a stable, rewarding career that lets you make a difference while enjoying a great quality of life.

Employees enjoy:

Comprehensive health coverage - medical, dental, and vision plans for you and your family
Voluntary Benefits - including life insurance for you and family members, ambulance, pet insurance, short/long-term disability, flex spending and health savings accounts
Multiple retirement options - including the Wyoming Retirement System and a 457B account, helping you plan for long-term financial security
Generous paid leave and flexible schedules - vacation, sick leave, paid FMLA and 11 paid holidays each year
Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility - for those with qualifying student loans
Training and professional development - to support your career growth and advancement
Employee Assistance Program - Includes paid short-term counseling, legal, financial and work-life benefits and select employee discounts
Wellness Program - Earn paid time off and incentives by focusing on your personal health

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(AA) Which of the following best describes your highest completed level of education to date or within the next three (3) months? (Transcripts may be required.)

High School Diploma/GED/or Equivalent
Some college Coursework, No Degree Received
Associate's Degree
Associate's Degree and additional coursework
Bachelor's Degree
Bachelor's Degree and additional coursework
Master's Degree
Master's Degree and additional coursework
Doctorate Degree
Doctorate Degree and additional coursework
None of the Above

02

(AA) Which of the following Quarter/Semester credit hours best describes your completed college education to date or within the next three (3) months? (Transcripts may be required.)

45+ Quarter hours/30+ Semester hours
90+ Quarter hours/60+ Semester hours
136+ Quarter hours/91+ Semester hours
180+ Quarter hours/120+ Semester hours
225+ Quarter hours/150+Semester hours
N/A

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(BAPS12) How many years of relevant work experience or transferable skills do you have related to the job description?

No relevant experience.
Less than one (1) year of relevant experience.
One (1) to less than two (2) years of relevant experience.
Two (2) to less than four (4) years of relevant experience.
Four (4) to less than five (5) years of relevant experience.
Five (5) or more years of relevant experience.

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Describe your experience in state contracts.
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How do you ensure accuracy when reviewing documents?
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How do you ensure you meet deadlines?
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Describe your experience in leadership and overseeing a team?
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Describe your experience in project management.
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(A1) Where did you hear about this opportunity?

Government Jobs @www.governmentjobs.com/careers/wyoming
Indeed
LinkedIn
Zip Recruiter
Wyoming Workforce Center
Other job sites (Wyoming at Work, Monster, etc.)
Social Media (Facebook, Twitter, etc.)
Newspaper/Newsletter Advertisement
Career Fair
Human Resources Division
Friend or Acquaintance (Not State Employee)
Current State Employee
Other

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(A1) If you selected "Current State Employee" please provide the employee's first and last name, and include the department they work for, if known. Please limit this response to only one employee. This employee may be eligible for a Referral Bonus.
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(A1) If you selected Other, please tell us where you heard about this opportunity.
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(AA) VETERANS' PREFERENCE DISCLOSURE: PER WYOMING STATUTE, current employees of the State of Wyoming are not eligible for veterans' preference. If you are not a current employee of the State of Wyoming, to be eligible to receive veterans' preference you MUST have been a resident of the State of Wyoming for a period of one (1) year or more at any time prior to submitting this application. I have read and understand the veterans' preference disclosure.

Yes
No
I am not a veteran

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(AA) VETERANS' PREFERENCE: If you are a war veteran as defined in section 101, Title 38, United States Code or are the surviving spouse of a war veteran who receives survivor benefits from the federal government based on the veteran's military service, and wish to claim veterans' preference, please attach the appropriate documentation substantiating your claim. Indicate below your appropriate veterans' preference status. By requesting veterans' preference, you are certifying that you meet the statutory requirements as described in the above disclosure.

Current State Employee
Veteran - DD214 Attached
Disabled Veteran (10% or more) - DD214 and Veteran's Disability Determination Attached
Surviving Spouse of a Deceased Veteran - DD214 and proof of Survivor Benefit Attached
None of the above

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(A) Please be advised that an incomplete application WILL NOT be considered for employment. An attached resume' is not required and is not an acceptable substitution for a completed application. Some State of Wyoming agencies use E-Verify, an Internet-based system, to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States. Learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities at have read and understand the above statement.

OPTC Unit Manager

State of Wyoming A&I Human Resources Division

Cheyenne, WY

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