Transformation Office Project Coordinator

The MO HealthNet Division has an opening for a Project Coordinator within the Office of Transformation located in Cole County.

Semi-monthly salary: $3,369.97

Job Location: This position is located at the Howerton State Office Building; 615 Howerton Court, Jefferson City, MO.

The Department of Social Services partners with families and communities to protect children, rehabilitate youth and move families to self-sufficiency so that Missourians can lead safe, healthy and productive lives.

Why you’ll love this position: The Transformation Office is made up of a small team of individuals that are responsible for dozens of transformative initiatives for Missouri Medicaid (MO HealthNet). These projects involve complicated sequencing and coordination with multiple stakeholders. Join a multi-faceted team working together to build a best in class Medicaid program that addresses the needs of Missouri’s most vulnerable in a way that is financiallysustainable.Thispositionassistsprojectteamscomposedofbusiness,vendor,andinformationtechnologystakeholders,exercisingknowledgeofprinciplesand bestpracticesinmanagingcomplexandlarge-scalesystemdevelopmentand implementationprojects. This fast-paced environment provides a unique opportunity to think outside the box and bring forth innovation and long lasting improvements to Missouri’s Medicaid program.

This unclassified Special Assistant Professional is responsible for tracking and assisting in the advancement of several Transformation initiatives, helping Missouri Medicaid program leaders to implement change within their different departments.

Normal Duties Include

• Research and analyze new and innovative healthcare policies and practices, oversee and monitor contractors’ work, legislation and policy decisions, and internal and external stakeholder engagement relative to each specific Transformation initiative.
• Lead successful complex projects with multiple ongoing initiatives.
• Have a significant role in the Transformation of Rural Community Health (ToRCH) pilot which focuses on looking upstream at poor health outcomes within rural Missouri communities.
• Plan and manage project activities in accordance with industry best practices and theProject Management Body of Knowledge Guide (PMBOK); Review contract deliverables; Manage project budgets;Develop and/or review key project artifacts including project charters, communication plans, project schedules,accountabilities,andimplementationplans.
• Occasionally travel to attend project events and meetings.
• Participate in public speaking events.
• Provide project data analytics as needed.
  
  

Minimum Qualifications

• Minimum of five years of project management experience (Substitutions may be allowed).
• Background in healthcare, healthcare reimbursement/finance, public health, or Missouri Medicaid and the complexities between urban and rural healthcare experiences.
• Must have excellent written and verbal communicationskills, and the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with stakeholders from all levels withinmultiple publicandprivateorganizations.
• Demonstrated success leading complex projects.
• Ability to work well under pressure, multi-task, shift priorities on a regular basis, and work for several people. Must be well organized.
• Ability to achieve success without direct authority.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (Substitutions may be allowed)
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification
• Experience with Microsoft Office (including Project) and Tableau
• Familiarity with Missouri state government structure – executive branch (departments), legislative branch (process), etc.
  
  

Lack of post‐secondary education will not be used as the sole basis denying consideration to any applicant.

The State of Missouri offers an excellent benefits package that includes a defined pension plan, generous amounts of leave and holiday time, and eligibility for health insurance coverage. Your total compensation is more than the dollars you receive in your paycheck. To help demonstrate the value of working for the State of Missouri, we have created an interactive Total Compensation Calculator. This tool provides a comprehensive view of benefits and more that are offered to prospective employees. The Total Compensation Calculator and other applicant resources can be found here .

If you have questions about this position please contact: Justin Clutter at Justin.D.Clutter@dss.mo.gov . If you experience accessibility issues while applying, please contact Courtney Hall at Courtney.A.Hall@dss.mo.gov .

Recruitment Area : All qualified applicants.

Application Deadline : February 20, 2025