Chief of Risk and Research Management (PCN 062205)
State of AlaskaAbout the role
Posting number: 54846
Department: Health
Division: Behavioral Health
Job classification: Chief of Risk and Research Management (Exempt)
Posting type: Open
Categories: Administration, Health Services, Mental Health, Planning and Development, Public Health, Executive Management, Miscellaneous, Project Management, Organizational Development, Grants Administration, Research, Health Care Support, Program Management
Summary
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.
The position may be filled in Juneau or Anchorage, depending on the location of the most qualified candidate.
What You Will Be Doing:
We are looking for a dynamic individual to fill our Chief of Risk and Research Management position, a role where you will serve as a member of the executive leadership team of the Division, and provide strategic oversight for division-wide planning, legislative and regulatory coordination, communication with stakeholders, and data-drive system analysis. You will directly influence the alignment of behavioral health services with state and federal regulations, while driving continuous improvement in both divisional and programmatic performance.
If you are someone who wants to make a meaningful impact on Alaska's healthcare future, apply today!
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 Values: Connection, Collaboration, and Community.
Benefits of Joining Our Team:
We offer 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 whose 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:
A hybrid work environment affords opportunity for designated telework and in-office days.
Anchorage Regional Office: Located in Midtown Anchorage within walking distance to Natural Pantry, Loussac Library, and Cuddy Family Park, (3601 C Street, Suite 878 Anchorage, AK 99503).
Juneau Central Office: Centered in the vibrant downtown near the Alaska State Capitol Building, courthouse, Governor's mansion, and state and city museums. We are within walking distance of various restaurants, coffee shops, and gift stores (350 Main Street, Suite 214, Juneau, AK 99811).
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:
- Administration and Management: Knowledge of planning, coordination, and execution of business functions, resource allocation, and production.
- Strategic Thinking:
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