Performance Improvement Manager 2025-01438



Performance Improvement Manager 2025-01438

Salary

$6,171.35 - $6,857.05 Monthly

Location

Cheyenne, WY

Job Type

Permanent Full-time

Job Number

2025-01438

Department

Department Of Health

Division

Cheyenne and County Offices

Opening Date

05/29/2025

Closing Date

6/25/2025 12:00 AM Mountain

FLSA

Exempt

Job Classification

HSHP10

Description and Functions


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Open Until Filled 


GENERAL DESCRIPTION:  

The Performance Improvement Manager serves the public health division (PHD) in developing and advancing staff and organizational capabilities in performance management and quality improvement, accreditation, and training. This position also supports key PHD planning activities such as state health improvement and organizational strategic planning. This position aims to support the division in carrying out the 10 Essential Public Health Services toward the mission of promoting and protecting health and preventing disease and injury in Wyoming. This position reports to the PHD Operations Section Chief.

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.


  • Provide leadership, direction, and administrative support to internal and external workgroups supporting performance management and quality improvement. 
  • Serve as technical assistance and support to division staff. 
  • Lead an internal workgroup to develop, maintain, implement, and monitor the performance management and quality improvement plan.
  • Establish and maintain a division performance management system.
  • Work closely with division leadership on policy recommendations, direction, infrastructure development, and ongoing operations related to performance management and quality improvement.
  • Work closely with division leadership on policy recommendations, direction, infrastructure development, and ongoing operations.
  • Responsible for the timely and accurate development of contracts and other agreements that include effective and measurable performance standards.
  • Write contracts and monitor contract deliverables to ensure completion.
  • Write and ensure compliance with federal grant requirements.
  • Identify, develop, and deliver training independently or in conjunction with others.

Qualifications


PREFERENCES: 

A degree in public health or a related field is preferred, plus 1-2 years of progressive work experience at the level of a Health Program Specialist or 4-6 years of progressive work experience in public health management, planning, and public policy development. 


KNOWLEDGE: 


  • Experience and/or education in public health or a public health-related field.
  • Skills in grant management, including budgeting and fiscal management, grant writing, and performance reporting.
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with division staff (including field office staff), local public health departments, division and department leadership, and a range of external stakeholders and communities.
  • Competent with performance management and quality improvement initiatives, preferably in the public sector or public health field.
  • Skills and experience in strategic planning processes, engagement strategies, and implementation and monitoring experience.
  • Strong facilitation and group process skills.
  • Skilled in training, including understanding adult learner theory.
  • Exemplary written and oral communication skills, including presentations, assessment, and reporting, infographics, or other means of communication, preferably on public health or social issues. 


MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
 

Education:
Bachelor's Degree (typically in Healthcare)
 
Experience:
1-2 years of progressive work experience (typically in Health Programs) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Health Program Specialist
 
OR
 
Education & Experience Substitution:
4-6 years of progressive work experience (typically in Health Programs) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Health Program Specialist
 
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 E-Verify employer
     

Supplemental Information


048-Wyoming Department of Health - Public Health Division

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

URL: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/wyoming/default.cfm

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 provides employees with a range of valuable benefits and offers a fulfilling career path. Employees enjoy comprehensive healthcare coverage, including medical, dental, and vision plans, ensuring their well-being and that of their families. Additionally, the state offers multiple retirement plans, which provide financial security and stability for employees once their career in public services comes to an end. the state recognizes the importance of personal time and offers generous paid time off and flexible arrangements, allowing employees to recharge, take care of personal matters, and maintain a healthy work-life integration.

There are many benefits to living and working in Wyoming. Beautiful country with wide-open spaces, clean air, great recreational activities, and no State income tax to mention a few!

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01
(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
03
(HSHP10) Which of the following best describes your work experience in Health Programs? Experience definition: (Experience administratively with health programs or health program administration.)
  • No relevant experience.
  • Less than one (1) year of relevant experience.
  • One (1) to less than three (3) years of relevant experience.
  • Three (3) to less than four (4) years of relevant experience.
  • Four (4) or more years of relevant experience.
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(AA) Describe your relevant experience below.
05
Please describe your knowledge and/or experience with performance management and quality improvement.
06
Please describe your knowledge and/or experience in grant management.
07
(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
08
(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.
09
(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
11
(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
12
(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 https://www.uscis.gov/e-verify. I have read and understand the above statement.
  • Yes
  • No

Required Question

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State of Wyoming
Address
Human Resource Contact Information located in the
General Description Section
Statewide, Wyoming, 82002