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Health Program Manager 2

This individual position is exempt from the hiring freeze. Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply. Welcome to the Department of Health. We'd be delighted to have you join our team. If you envision yourself in this role and are ready to start an exciting career with us, apply today. This position is open to Alaskan residents only. Please check out the residency definition to determine if you qualify. This position is being recruited in either Anchorage or Juneau, and will be filled based in the location of the most qualified candidate.

What you will be doing: Under the supervision of the Health Program Manager 3, you will be responsible for the development, implementation, and completion of program planning, budget/fiscal management, and setting effective goals for federal grants related to the State of Alaska's response to opioid and other substance misuse. As the Health Program Manager 2, you will assist with federal award project directors to implement the federal award activities and serve as a point of contact for the Division of Behavioral Health staff who are managing grants and contracts funded by federal grant programs. This is an exciting opportunity to directly influence the alignment of behavioral health services with state and federal regulations, while driving continuous improvement in provider performance. If you're passionate about ensuring the health and safety of vulnerable Alaskans receiving opioid and substance misuse treatment, we would like to hear from you.

Our mission, values, and culture: The mission of the Division of Behavioral Health is to promote an integrated and comprehensive behavioral health system based on sound policy, effective practices, and partnerships. Our division vision: We will partner to support a strong, continuous behavioral health service continuum through technical assistance, regulatory guidance, and optimized resource allocation to meet the dynamic needs of Alaskans. Our division values: Connection, Collaboration, and Community.

Benefits of joining our team: We offer challenging and exciting work that has a positive impact on the lives of Alaskans. The division is guided by our belief that every employee is a change agent, and their ideas, values, and beliefs are respected as they enrich our overall team environment. This position is being filled in Anchorage or Juneau, depending on the location of the most qualified candidate, and is in a fast-paced office environment. We offer a flexible work schedule requiring just two days of work in-person a week. The working environment you can expect: Anchorage regional office: conveniently located in Midtown Anchorage at The Frontier Building (3601 C Street, Suite 934, Anchorage, AK 99503), our office is within walking distance of Cuddy Family Park, Loussac Library, and Natural Pantry. Juneau central office: centered in the vibrant downtown near the Alaska State Capitol Building, (350 Main Street, Suite 214, Juneau, AK 99811), courthouse, Governor's mansion, state and city museums, we are within walking distance to various restaurants, coffee shops, and gift stores. A hybrid work environment offers an opportunity for designated teleworking and in-office days.

Who we are looking for: The ideal candidate will possess some or all of the following position-specific competencies in addition to the minimum qualifications listed below: Attention to detail: Is thorough when performing work and conscientious about attending to detail. Interpersonal skills: Shows understanding, friendliness, courtesy, tact, empathy, concern, and politeness to others; develops and maintains effective relationships with others; may include effectively dealing with individuals who are possibly difficult, hostile, or distressed; relates well to people from varied backgrounds and different situations; is sensitive to cultural diversity, race, gender, disabilities, and other individual differences. Investigation: Knowledge of the guidelines, regulations, and procedures associated with investigation, including interviewing, evidence detection, location, gathering, and handling, and drawing appropriate factual inferences and conclusions. Provide oral or written reports of findings. Presenting evidence and providing testimony.