Director of Health Systems Research & Analytics

The Green Mountain Care Board (GMCB) seeks a self-directed individual to lead the development of modernization strategies to improve and streamline its data assets and collaborate with statewide efforts to enrich Vermont's health care data ecosystem.

The Director of Health Systems Research & Analystics will be a member of the GMCB's Analytical Team which strives to produce actionable, timely and relevant information in support of GMCB's regulatory duties and for a variety of other audiences. This position will be responsible for assessing and improving efficiency and interoperability of data intake and dissemination, develop automated workflows, liaise with contractors on technical specifications to ensure production of highest quality output, and work to improve data quality across all GMCB's data assets. This position may also support other GMCB regulatory duties as well as health care delivery and payment reform activities.

This position may be eligible for a hybrid telework schedule. Salary may be negotiable based on experience and qualifications.

This position, Director of Health Systems Research & Analytics (Job Requisition #52252), is open to all State employees and external applicants.
If you would like more information about this position, please contact Jean Stetter at jean.stetter@vermont.gov.

Resumes will not be accepted via e-mail. You must apply online to be considered.

Managerial, strategic planning and operations work at the executive level managing health research and analytics reporting, budgeting and analyses and their effects on the Vermont healthcare system. This role encompasses a wide range of data, analytics, research, planning, financial, regulatory, and administrative functions including acting as the Executive Director's designee in many aspects of health data and analytics. Extensive interaction occurs with Board Members, Accountable Care Organizations (ACOs), hospitals and health systems, community providers, Legislators, state agencies, health insurers, information technology organizations, and other organizations, including executive staff at all organizations listed.Reports directly to Executive Director. Work involves developing long range plans and programs related to overall health system research and analytics policy directives and organizational goals. Duties are performed with considerable latitude for independent judgment and professional expertise, working at a high level with the GMCB, Accountable Care Organizations (ACOs), hospitals and health systems, community providers, Legislators, state agencies, health insurers, information technology organizations, and other organizations.

Work is performed primarily in a standard office setting, but some travel will require private means of transportation. Duties may require extensive time outside of normal work hours. Incumbent will be expected to attend public meetings and hearings and to testify before the Legislature. A wide diversity of opinion and emotions can be anticipated for which diplomacy and tact will be required.

Bachelor's degree or higher in computer science, data science, public administration or policy, or related field AND six (6) or more years of experience in IT, data analysis, research, and/or evaluation INCLUDING experience as a supervisor, manager, or team lead.
OR
Eight (8) years or more of experience in IT, or data analysis, research, and/or evaluation INCLUDING experience as a supervisor, manager, or team lead.

Bachelor's degree or higher.
Experience in a field related to health care.
Experience working within an IT environment.
Experience working with regulatory boards under Vermont's Open Meeting Law.
Experience working with Accountable Care Organization operations or CMS All Payer Model agreement(s).

As a State employee you are offered a great career opportunity, but it's more than a paycheck. The State's total compensation package features an outstanding set of employee benefits that are worth about 30% of your total compensation, including:

• 80% State paid medical premium and a dental plan at no cost for employees and their families
• Work/Life balance: 11 paid holidays each year and a generous leave plan
• State Paid Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FMLI)
• Two ways to save for your retirement: A State defined benefit pension plan and a deferred compensation 457(b) plan
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Flexible spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts
• Low cost group life insurance
• Incentive-based Wellness Program
• Qualified Employer for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program

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The State of Vermont celebrates diversity, and is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect and meaningful inclusion that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The State does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, membership in an employee organization, family medical history or genetic information, or family or parental status. The State's employment decisions are merit-based. Retaliatory adverse employment actions by the State are forbidden.