Health Services Director of Contracting

Bargaining Unit: Local 21 Supervisory
Why Join Contra Costa County?
The Contra Costa County Health Services Department is offering an excellent employment opportunity to fill one (1) Health Services Director of Contracting position located in Behavioral Health Services. Behavioral health is a critical component of overall health and well-being. As behavioral health needs continue to rise across the country, Contra Costa Health is seeking experienced, mission-driven leaders who are ready to serve our community and be part of the solution. This is an opportunity to make a meaningful, system-level impact in the delivery of high-quality behavioral health services.
Contra Costa is a large and diverse county, home to over 1 million people living in communities spanning from the Delta to the Bay. Meeting the health needs of such a vast and complex area requires a health department that is experienced, skilled, flexible, and well-integrated. Thats what Contra Costa Health is committed to delivering. Our bold mission is to care for and improve the health of all people in Contra Costa County with special attention to those who are most vulnerable. And when we say all people, we mean it! We are committed to equity, and we actively stand up against racism, prejudice, and systemic discrimination. While Contra Costa Health is the largest County department, most of its funding comes from federal and state programs, such as Medi-Cal and Medicare, as well as grants and fees.
This position oversees and directs the Contracts and Grants Unit in all aspects of contract and grant management, as well as related business activities for the Behavioral Health Plan. Responsibilities include developing, implementing, and monitoring the process for obtaining Board of Supervisors and provider approval of contracts; negotiating terms and conditions, including rates, with providers; supervising staff; and performing other related work as required.

We are looking for someone who:

• Possesses excellent oral and written communication skills
• Can be a strong team leader
• Is analytical and able to gather and organize data from multiple resources
• Has good negotiation skills
• Can meet multiple deadlines
• Has experience working in a government healthcare delivery system
• Can provide direction and guidance to staff

What you will typically be responsible for:

• Working cooperatively with County Counsel and Risk Management to determine contract provisions
• Collaborating with other BH units to ensure contracted services are compliant with federal and state regulations, aligned with clinical and quality standards, support appropriate utilization and access to care, and meet performance, reporting, and audit requirements.
• Reviewing work of staff to ensure all policies and procedures regarding contracting are being implemented
• Reviewing State and Federal grants to ensure subcontract language is in compliance (including HIPAA regulations)
• Conducting regular staff and managers meetings
• Assigning contracts to staff based on abilities and workload to ensure timely processing of contracts
• Supervise contract monitoring staff

A few reasons you might love this job:

• You will work with a dedicated team
• You will assist division staff in delivering healthcare services to the community
• You will create legally binding contracts and help to ensure the contractors are paid in a timely manner
• You will have access to a generous benefits package including retirement, health plan options and other benefits listed here: Employee Benefits | Contra Costa County, CA Official Website

A few challenges you might face in this job:

• Navigating complex administrative approval process for contracts
• Numerous policies and procedures to monitor and comply with (County, State, and Federal)
• Managing multiple systems to complete tasks
• Prioritizing multiple workstreams and competing priorities

Competencies Required:

• Analyzing & Interpreting Data : Drawing meaning and conclusions from quantitative or qualitative data
• Critical Thinking : Analytically and logically evaluating information, propositions, and claims
• Decision Making : Choosing optimal courses of action in a timely manner
• Delivering Results : Meeting organizational goals and customer expectations and making decisions that produce high-quality results by applying technical knowledge, analyzing problems, and calculating risks
• Legal & Regulatory Navigation: Understanding, interpreting, and ensuring compliance with laws and regulations
• Attention to Detail: Focusing on the details of work content, work steps, and final work products
• Displaying Ownership and Accountability : Holding self and others accountable for measurable high-quality, timely, and cost-effective results
• Handling Stress: Maintaining emotional stability and self-control under pressure, challenge, or adversity
• Professional Integrity & Ethics: Displaying honesty, adherence to principles, and personal accountability
• Self-Management: Showing personal organization, self-discipline, and dependability
• Writing: Communicating effectively in writing
• B uilding & Maintaining Relationships: Establishing rapport and maintaining mutually productive relationships
• Negotiating: Reaching mutually satisfying agreements and compromise
• Assessing Talent: Identifying performance capabilities and potential of others
• Leadership: Guiding and encouraging others to accomplish a common goal

Read the complete job description at Education: Possession of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with a major in Business Administration, Public Administration, Hospital or Health Care Administration, Public Health Administration, or a closely related field.

Experience: Three (3) years of full-time or its equivalent experience in an administrative capacity in a health services agency, performing contract negotiation, development and implementation. At least one (1) year of the required experience must have been in a supervisory capacity.

Substitution for education: Additional full-time or its equivalent professional level experience performing contract negotiation, development or implementation may be substituted for education on a year-for-year basis for a maximum of two (2) years.

Substitution for experience: Possession of a Master's degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Hospital or Health Care Administration, Public Health Administration, or a closely related field may be substituted for one (1) year of the required experience. No substitution is allowed for the required supervisory experience.

Other Requirements: A background investigation/fingerprint and/or physical exam may be required prior to the start of employment.

1. Application Filing and Evaluation: Applicants will be required to complete a supplemental questionnaire at the time of application. Applications will be evaluated to determine which candidates will move forward in the next phase of the recruitment process.

2. Behavioral Consistency Questionnaire (BCQ): Qualified candidates must complete the behavioral consistency questionnaire assessment in the supplemental questions. The assessment will measure candidates' competencies as they relate to the job. In the assessment, candidates must achieve an average passing score of 70% or higher on each of the competencies, as well as an overall passing score of 70% or higher. These competencies may include but are not limited to: Writing, Attention to Detail, and Critical Thinking. Please provide a thorough and accurate response to each question. Your answer should clearly reflect how you would personally handle the situation, demonstrating your thought process, decision-making approach, and any relevant experience or reasoning. (Weighted 100%).

The Human Resources Department may change the examination steps noted above in accordance with the Personnel Management Regulations and accepted selection practices. For recruitment questions, please contact Health Services Personnel, Recruitment Team at ... . For any technical issues, please contact the GovernmentJobs applicant support team for assistance at +....
CONVICTION HISTORY After you receive a conditional job offer, you will be fingerprinted, and your fingerprints will be sent to the California Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). The resulting report of your conviction history (if any) will be used to determine whether the nature of your conviction conflicts with the specific duties and responsibilities of the job for which you have received a conditional job offer. If a conflict exists, you will be asked to present any evidence of rehabilitation that may mitigate the conflict, except when federal or state regulations bar employment in specific circumstances. Having a conviction history does not automatically preclude you from a job with Contra Costa County. If you accept a conditional job offer, the Human Resources department will contact you to schedule a fingerprinting appointment.
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