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Health Care Facilities Executive Director

Montana State Hospital
Warm Springs, MT Full Time
POSTED ON 1/22/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 3/21/2025

The Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services (DPHHS) has a career opportunity within the Health Care Facilities Practice (HCFP).

The Executive Director is directly accountable and responsible to the Department of Public Health and Human Services (DPHHS) to provide leadership and overall management of seven (7) state-run healthcare facilities. This role encompasses managing programs and services, strategic planning, financial management, human resource management, physical plant and information system operations, regulatory compliance, quality improvement, and risk management as well as support of the governing boards for the Montana State Hospital (MSH) and Montana Mental Health Nursing Care Center (MMHNCC). This position interfaces with state and local governments, as well as advocacy groups. It also oversees regulatory requirements of all state-run healthcare facilities including compliance with the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), and the Montana Code Annotated (MCA), as well as Administrative Rules of Montana (ARM).

This role is pivotal in overseeing all senior leadership and executive positions that manage the seven (7) state-run healthcare facilities. The Executive Director will be responsible for ensuring that these facilities maintain the highest standards of patient care, regulatory compliance, and operational efficiency.

The Healthcare Facilities Executive Director operates under the direct supervision of the Director of the Department of Public Health and Human Services.

Why Join DPHHS

Our mission at DPHHS is serving Montanans in their communities to improve health, safety, well-being, and empower independence. By joining our department, you will have the opportunity to perform meaningful work in public service to our state and its residents.

The State of Montana's comprehensive benefits package includes healthcare coverage, retirement plans, paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays, work/life balance, and eligibility to participate in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program. In addition, DPHHS is the largest state agency with a wide range of advancement opportunities w hether you are joining the workforce or have several years of experience.


Qualifications for this Career Opportunity

  • Provides strategic direction and leadership to senior executives and administrators of state-run healthcare facilities.
  • Monitors and evaluates the performance of state-run healthcare facilities, ensuring they meet established standards and benchmarks.
  • Serves as the primary liaison between the Department of Public Health and Human Services and the senior leadership of the state-run healthcare facilities.
  • Ensures all facilities comply with federal, state, and local laws and regulations, including healthcare laws and accreditation standards.
  • Works with the Boad Chairperson and Executive Committee to enable the Boards, its committees, and individual board members to fulfil the Boards governance functions.
  • Meet minimum qualifications:
    • Master's degree in healthcare administration, Public Health, Business Administration, or a related field.
    • Minimum of 10 years of progressive leadership experience in healthcare administration, preferably within public sector healthcare facilities.
    • Proven track record of managing large, complex healthcare organizations and driving operational improvements.
    • In depth knowledge of healthcare laws and regulations, compliance standards, and quality improvement methodologies.
    • Strong financial acumen and experience in budget management and resource allocation.
    • Excellent interpersonal, communication, and leadership skills; with the ability to inspire and motivate senior leadership teams.
    • Demonstrated ability to build and maintain relationships with diverse stakeholders, including government officials, healthcare providers, and community organizations.
    • Other combinations of education and experience may be considered on a case-by-case basis.

How to Apply

To be considered for a DPHHS position, submit the following required documents with your application on the State of Montana Careers website. When submitting the required documents, you must check the "relevant document" box to ensure your attachments are uploaded correctly to your application for this position.

  • Cover Letter
  • Resume
  • References

Successful applicants will be subject to background checks relevant to the position and must pass reference checks before an offer will be extended. DPHHS is an equal opportunity employer. Women, minorities, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. For a copy of the full job description or if you need a reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process, contact DPHHS Human Resources listed below.

This position is open until filled with frequent screening of applicants.


Salary: $145,080.00 - $145,080.00, Yearly
Benefits Package Eligibility: Health Insurance, Paid Leave & Holidays, Retirement Plan
Telework Eligibility: Not Telework Eligible
Number of Openings: 1
Employee Status: Regular
Schedule: Full-Time
Shift: Day Job
Travel: Yes, 20 % of the Time
Union: 000 - None
Primary Location: Helena

Salary : $145,080

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