Executive Director, Health Policy Access (mainly remote)
- Employer
- University of Massachusetts Medical School
- Location
- 333 South St
View more
- Executive Administration Jobs
- C-Level & Executive Directors
- Employment Type
- Full Time
- Institution Type
- Four-Year Institution
Job Details
Under the general direction of the Managing Director of Health Care Finance Solutions and Access, the Executive Director is responsible for the full spectrum of health policy and access business solutions and services serving a wide range of public and private organizations engaged in health system reform and improvement. This position requires the development and implementation of overall strategic leadership and direction for a wide range of health policy areas impacting access and health outcomes within Commonwealth Medicine.This position combines legal excellence, firsthand experience in shaping public policy, sophisticated strategy insight and deep analytic capabilities to provide uniquely valuable professional services to Commonwealth Medicine clients.
The Executive Director identifies in-state and out-of-state client engagements; ensures adequate funding and revenues for operations; recruits appropriately skilled consultants to meet the market demand. The incumbent marshals staff resources to respond to grants, competitive procurements, and other solicitations, and secures contracts; directs, coordinates and oversees consultation activities undertaken in collaboration with external and internal partners.
The Executive Director develops and implements departmental strategic plans for business growth and corresponding key performance indicators for growth and development and personnel. This position maintains robust, "trusted partner" relationships with public and private institutions, clients, and prospects.
Responsibilities
Ensures that clients are provided with the highest standard of products or services as documented by the degree of client satisfaction and internal responsiveness to client issues or concernsProvides or oversees the provision of expert consultation, analysis and complex project leadership for major programmatic or policy initiatives for client organizationsAs a member of the CWM operational leadership team, provides active leadership and contributes to strategic planning and organizational development of CWM-wide and University -wide initiativesOversees major projects and long-term collaborations with other focus areas within CWMOversees strategic implementation of business objectives for health policy and accessDevelops new business opportunities in other States, other Massachusetts agencies, both public and privateAnalyzes market demand for health policy and health access expertise and develops a plan for product line development and target marketsOversees preparation of budgets for the series of projects and manages project related contractual budgets in collaboration with Commonwealth Medicine financial staffOversees the intellectual design and integrity of projects and the work of staff in all phases of developing scope of work and methods. Oversees Senior Staff who supervise project staff, associates, analysts and consultants to complete scope of work and deliverablesIdentifies necessary resources to perform project work, including mobilizing and coordinating resources from across the organization; monitors work progress, including data analysis and report development, and oversees its timely completionPerforms qualitative and quantitative analyses to support attaining project team goals and objectives, trains /coaches staff.Recruit and hire staff according to identified needs and available or prospective finances.Directly supervises and evaluates the performance of Senior Staff and provides appropriate professional development opportunitiesFosters strong collaborations across all Commonwealth Medicine business units to ensure the products and services being proposed or provided to clients are robust Provides strategic input and direction in health policy and evaluation projects.Participates in Health Systems Solutions and CWM-wide business and strategic planning.Leads business expansion planning and succession planning activities.Participate, as appropriate, in client presentations, and client facing business development activities.Supports professional development of senior staff and faculty.Seeks new funding opportunities, including grant applications and contracts.Perform related duties as required.
Qualifications
REQUIRED EDUCATIONMD or Ph.D. health policy, health economics, evaluation or related field, REQUIRED WORK EXPERIENCEAt least 10 years of health policy analysis, and program evaluation related experience in health care consulting At least 5 years of previous strong management experience and ability to delegate responsibilities to staffExcellent judgment and ability to work with others, inspires trust Exceptional communication and presentation skillsSuperior teamwork skills, both as a leader and a team memberStrong sense of ownership and high level of accountability, persuasive/ takes charge. Adaptable and strategic thinkerAbility to develop innovative and feasible solutions to problems of unusual complexity that require a high degree of ingenuity, creativity, and innovationAbility to manage unique challenges and identify solutions that may service to set precedent for future decisions. Mentors health policy resources in all aspects of technical work Established record of extramural funding (grant and/or contract) of health policy research and analytic projects, history of publication in peer-reviewed journals in health services research, quality measurement, health policy or related fieldsExpert knowledge and experience with analysis of Medicaid, Medicare and other health claims data setsAbility to facilitate meetings and establish productive, professional relationships with executive management, government officials, private contractors, foundations, public and private sector clients, and other fundersDemonstrated ability to interpret policy and state and federal regulationsDemonstrated experience in computer-based tools, including spreadsheets, database management, statistical analytic software packages
Organization
Realize Your Opportunities – A Career at UMASS Medical School
Inside Workings at UMASS Medical School
The University of Massachusetts Medical School (UMMS), the Commonwealth's only public medical school, is proud of our role in serving the people of Massachusetts. Although, its the inside workings of UMMS that makes the difference.
Mission and Culture
- We’re serious about our mission and about our people.
- Real World Impact - Our people get excited about our mission of real-world impact in health sciences education, research and public service.
- International Prominence and New Opportunities - As this institution has grown to national – and international – prominence, we’ve found new opportunities to train tomorrow’s physicians, nurses and scientists, discover causes of and cures for disease and help improve the quality of health care.
- Deep Commitment - With our clinical partner, UMass Memorial Health Care, and our other teaching affiliates, we share a deep commitment to national distinction in patient care.
- Valued Partnerships – UMMS partners with Commonwealth Medicine, the health care consulting arm of UMMS. Also, UMMS partners with MassBiologics in scientific collaborations, technology management and creating partnerships for the development of products for the benefit of patients. These valued partnerships help us to provide services and programs to help meet our needs at UMMS and the public.
- Proud Contributors - People at UMMS enjoy the feeling of going to work every day knowing what they do is truly important and worthwhile.
- Complementary and Inseparable - These varied parts of our mission and culture are complementary and inseparable.
Careers
UMMS, the state’s first and only public academic health sciences center, educates physicians, scientists and advanced practice nurses to heal, discover, teach and care, with compassion. UMMS is a world-class institution with opportunities to match. 
Competitive Compensation – UMMS offers salaries that are competitive with Worcester-area employers. When combined with our generous benefits, perks, and paid time off, many job seekers are surprised to find a total rewards package that matches or exceeds their current situation.
Targeted Hiring Process – At UMMS, there are actually multiple hiring processes for different segments of our workforce. In nearly all cases, UMMS hiring process is decentralized, with qualified candidates screened and referred to an academic officer or manager with hiring authority.
24/7 Access to Employment Opportunities – iCIMS is our online job search and application system. iCIMS is available 24/7 to provide you with a convenient and up-to-date view of the available employment opportunities across our campuses. Updates are made daily and include all faculty and non-faculty position listings from every school and department within the UMMS. When you identify a position you are interested in and qualified for, apply online. New opportunities become available frequently so it pays to check back often!
Benefits
With outstanding benefits, competitive pay, extensive learning opportunities, and a stimulating and attractive work environment, UMMS may be exactly the employer you’ve been looking for.
• Superior Benefits - UMMS offers a wide range of benefits and perks that invite comparison with the best employers in the Worcester area – and with academic institutions anywhere. UMMS provides superior medical and dental coverage for you and your family, fully funded retirement plans, generous time off, a Tuition Assistance Plan – and much more.
• People Centered - UMMS is an employer, but it is also a community. Its comprehensive medical and dental benefits, retirement plans, and even paid holidays reflect an institution built around people, with a deep respect for their differences and needs.
• Commitment to Healthy Living - UMMS provides resources to help you balance work and life and encourages healthy living through great programs and discounts for fitness, physical activity, weight management, nutritional counseling and general wellness available through our health insurance plans.
• Breadth of Offerings - Above all, the breadth of UMMS offerings set the School apart and makes it an environment favored by all sorts of smart, career-savvy people.
Apply for a Job
As an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, UMMS recognizes the power of a diverse community and encourages applications from individuals with varied experiences, perspectives and backgrounds.
Online - To view all job opportunities and apply online, visit www.umassmed.edu/hr and click on the “Careers” tab.
Start Now and Realize Your Opportunities!
A History of Making Vital Improvements - UMASS Medical School Milestones
1962: Legislation establishes University of Massachusetts Medical School
1970: First medical students begin classes in Shaw Building
1974: First class graduates 16 MDs
1979: PhD program begins
1986: Graduate School of Nursing opens
1986: PhD program becomes Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences
1994: Graduate School of Nursing initiates PhD program
1998: UMass Clinical System and Memorial Health Care merge to form UMass Memorial Health Care
2001: Lazare Research Building opens
2002: Campus Modernization begins on the University Campus
2004: Graduate Entry Pathway Program established at the Graduate School of Nursing
2005: PhD Program in Clinical & Population Health Research established at the Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences
2005: Massachusetts Biologic Laboratories opens new manufacturing and filling facility in Mattapan
2006: Craig Mello, PhD, Blais University Chair in Molecular Medicine and Howard Hughes Medical Institute Investigator, is awarded the Medical School's first Nobel Prize. Dr. Mello shared the 2006 Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine with Andrew Fire, PhD, of Stanford University, for their discoveries related to RNA interference.
2007: Michael F. Collins, MD, is named chancellor and Terence R. Flotte, MD, is named dean of the School of Medicine.
2009: Groundbreaking for the Albert Sherman Center, a 500,000-square-foot research and education facility slated for completion in 2012.
2010: Ambulatory Care Center opens
2012: The Albert Sherman Center, a 500,000-square-foot research and education facility, completed and opens
Get job alerts
Create a job alert and receive personalized job recommendations straight to your inbox.
Create alert