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Job Posting Title
Project Director-Medicaid Enrollment Broker (Hybrid Remote)
Date
Thursday, August 15, 2024
City
Columbus
State
OH
Country
United States
Working time
Full-time

Description & Requirements

The Project Director - Medicaid is responsible for leading and managing complex projects aimed at enhancing Medicaid services and operations. This role involves strategic planning, coordinating cross-functional teams, managing budgets, ensuring regulatory compliance, and achieving project objectives in alignment with organizational goals.

*Position is contingent on contract award.

Key Responsibilities:

  1. Project Planning and Strategy:
    • Develop and implement project plans, including scope, objectives, timelines, and deliverables.
    • Collaborate with stakeholders to define project requirements and ensure alignment with Medicaid program goals and regulations.
    • Identify and assess project risks and develop mitigation strategies.
  2. Team Leadership and Management:
    • Lead and manage cross-functional project teams, including internal staff and external vendors.
    • Facilitate team meetings, provide direction, and ensure effective communication among team members.
    • Oversee resource allocation and manage team performance to achieve project milestones.
  3. Budget and Financial Management:
    • Develop and manage project budgets, ensuring efficient use of resources and adherence to financial constraints.
    • Monitor project expenditures and make adjustments as necessary to stay within budget.
    • Prepare and present financial reports to senior management and stakeholders.
  4. Regulatory Compliance and Quality Assurance:
    • Ensure all project activities comply with Medicaid regulations, policies, and standards.
    • Implement quality assurance processes to maintain high standards of project deliverables.
    • Stay informed about changes in Medicaid regulations and incorporate them into project planning and execution.
  5. Stakeholder Engagement and Communication:
    • Serve as the primary point of contact for all project-related communications with stakeholders, including Medicaid agencies, healthcare providers, and community organizations.
    • Prepare and deliver project status reports, presentations, and updates to senior management and stakeholders.
    • Address and resolve any issues or concerns raised by stakeholders in a timely manner.
  6. Performance Monitoring and Reporting:
    • Track project progress and performance using appropriate tools and metrics.
    • Conduct regular project reviews and evaluations to ensure objectives are being met.
    • Document and report on project outcomes, lessons learned, and best practices.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

- Perform as a key member of senior management team responsible for meeting cost, schedule, and quality requirements of the project.

- Oversee all contract administrative functions including budget, financial controls and contract compliance.

- Maintain up-to-date and accurate knowledge with all applicable statutes, regulations and contractual requirements.

- Ensure the project is in compliance with all applicable regulations and ensure all program/client services are effectively and efficiently delivered.

- Establish and maintain a productive relationship and effective communications with all Maximus clients and other stakeholders, advocates and interested parties.

- Responsible for all profit and loss activities including monthly, quarterly, and annual forecastinfand review.

- Develop and monitor staffing strategy to meet all performance objectives required of the contract.

- Monitor project performance goals and objectives.

- Manage all direct report subject matter experts.

- Work closely with functional managers to ensure project delivery and quality.

- Oversee quality assurance and manage any necessary corrective actions to ensure consistent application of laws, regulations, policies and procedures pertinent to the project.

- Propose changes in policy and procedure to improve processes and ensure contract compliance.

Minimum Requirements

- Bachelor's degree in related field required.

- 10-12 years of relevant professional experience required.

  • Bachelor’s degree in Healthcare Administration, Public Health, Project Management, Business Administration, or a related field; Master’s degree preferred.
  • Proven experience (typically 7-10 years) in project management, particularly within Medicaid or related healthcare programs.
  • Strong understanding of Medicaid policies, regulations, and healthcare systems.
  • Demonstrated leadership and team management skills.
  • Excellent communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and work under pressure.
  • Proficiency in project management software and tools.

EEO Statement
Active military service members, their spouses, and veteran candidates often embody the core competencies Maximus deems essential, and bring a resiliency and dependability that greatly enhances our workforce. We recognize your unique skills and experiences, and want to provide you with a career path that allows you to continue making a difference for our country. We’re proud of our connections to organizations dedicated to serving veterans and their families. If you are transitioning from military to civilian life, have prior service, are a retired veteran or a member of the National Guard or Reserves, or a spouse of an active military service member, we have challenging and rewarding career opportunities available for you. A committed and diverse workforce is our most important resource. Maximus is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Maximus provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status or disabled status.
Pay Transparency
Maximus compensation is based on various factors including but not limited to job location, a candidate's education, training, experience, expected quality and quantity of work, required travel (if any), external market and internal value analysis including seniority and merit systems, as well as internal pay alignment. Annual salary is just one component of Maximus's total compensation package. Other rewards may include short- and long-term incentives as well as program-specific awards. Additionally, Maximus provides a variety of benefits to employees, including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, a retirement savings plan, paid holidays and paid time off. Compensation ranges may differ based on contract value but will be commensurate with job duties and relevant work experience. An applicant's salary history will not be used in determining compensation. Maximus will comply with regulatory minimum wage rates and exempt salary thresholds in all instances.
Annual Base Pay Minimum for this Position
$
130,000.00
Annual Base Pay Maximum for this Position
$
180,000.00