Strategic Initiatives Coordinator

The Iowa Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), Division of Public Health, Bureau of is seeking an Executive Officer 2 to join our team! 

Iowa Department of Health and Human Services is seeking an experienced individual to serve under the general supervision of the Division Administrator for Health Promotion and Prevention in the Division of Public Health as the Strategic Initiatives Coordinator. This position will serve in a non-supervisory capacity implementing the following essential functions: 

• Leads and coordinates the Strategic Initiatives Program, including division-wide contract management, budget coordination, quality improvement, and performance management activities. 
• Communicates and collaborates with Division Leadership, Bureau Chiefs, Section Managers, and Staff to convey program priorities and ensure compliance with agency directives, strategic initiatives, and contracting requirements. 
• Provides oversight and direction for contracting functions, including procurement, contract alignment with Core Public Health Services, contractor performance management, claims payment, and corrective action processes. 
• Directs and monitors the work of Division Contract Managers and Issuing Officers by assigning procurement responsibilities, tracking procurement timelines, and assuring consistency with SOPs and quality assurance standards. 
• Coordinates and oversees Division-wide subrecipient monitoring and FFATA reporting functions, ensuring compliance with internal audit and agency requirements and facilitating communication when contractor audits occur. 
• Develops and implements program goals, objectives, metrics, and new initiatives in alignment with public health systems transformation and HHS service areas. 
• Facilitates and participates in Division-wide committees, interagency work groups, management team meetings, and planning activities, representing division leadership as needed. 

Benefits

Working for the State of Iowa comes with its perks. In addition to a competitive salary, you'll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being and professional growth:

• Health, Dental, and Vision Coverage: Health and dental insurance packages to keep you and your family healthy at a low cost with outstanding coverage!
• Paid Time Off: Take time to recharge with paid time off, including vacation (96 hours/year to begin, increasing with years of service), sick leave (144 hours/year), and paid holidays (9 days/year).
• Retirement Plans: Participate in retirement plans such as IPERS (employees contribute 6.29% and the State of Iowa contributes 9.44%) as well as our Retirement Investors Club (RIC), Employer Sponsored Retirement Plan (the State of Iowa matches dollar for dollar up to $75/month).
• Flexible Spending Accounts: Take advantage of flexible spending accounts for medical and dependent care expenses.
• Insurance Coverage: Benefit from life insurance and free long-term disability insurance for added peace of mind.
• Employee Assistance Program: Access resources and support through our Employee Assistance Program for personal and professional challenges.
• Employee Discount Programs: Enjoy discounts on a variety of goods and services through our employee discount programs. 

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Background Checks

Applicants will be required to complete a background check to be considered for this position. 

The State of Iowa is an EEO/AA Employer

HHS values those with “lived experience” and encourages adults who were fostered as youth, foster parents, and/or parents who were in the DHS system to apply. Minorities, women, persons with disabilities and veterans are encouraged to apply (Hearing and Speech Impaired – Relay Iowa 1-800-735-2942 TDD).

E-Verify and Right to Work

The State of Iowa participates in E-Verify, a federal program that helps employers confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. Within the required timeframe, new hires will be verified through the E-Verify system to ensure authorization to work in the United States. The State of Iowa also complies with the federal Right to Work laws, which protect employees’ rights to work without being required to join a labor organization. For more information, please visitwww.e-verify.gov.