Connecticut Department of Administrative Services
Director of Rural Health Transformation(Durational Project Manager)
Connecticut Department of Administrative Services, Hartford, Connecticut, us, 06112
Director of Rural Health Transformation (Durational Project Manager)
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Director of Rural Health Transformation (Durational Project Manager)
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Connecticut Department of Administrative Services
Location: Hartford, CT Salary: $129,888/year – $177,096/year Job Type: Full‑time (Open to the Public) Salary Net: $129,888 – $177,096
Introduction Do you have a passion for health programs and policies to improve people’s lives? Are you interested in starting and leading a new agency division dedicated to improving the health of residents of rural areas across the state? If yes, we invite you to check out this opportunity to join our team to be the project director for CT’s Rural Health Transformation Program (RHTP).
At the State of Connecticut, Department of Social Services (DSS), we are recruiting for an anticipated vacancy to direct the newly formed Division of Rural Health Transformation in the Commissioner’s Office. This position will oversee Connecticut’s implementation of the new Rural Health Transformation Program (RHTP) federal grant, working closely with DSS leadership and coordinating within DSS and across multiple state agencies to ensure all aspects of the grant are implemented successfully.
Position Highlights
Full‑time (40 hours per week) – 1st shift (Monday – Friday 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.)
Hybrid role consistent with the State of CT Telework Policy
Primary location is Hartford, Connecticut – in‑state travel required
Durational and will terminate at the end of the RHTP grant spending period (September 30, 2031), unless funding ends sooner
Your Role as Director of Rural Health Transformation The position will direct CT’s Rural Health Transformation Project. Key responsibilities include:
Overall strategic oversight and project management: planning, launching, budgeting, coordination, risk mitigation, evaluation, modifications, and communication
Reporting, monitoring, and financial management, including related data sharing, analysis, and coordination
Preparing reports, applications, and other required submissions to the federal government and other entities
Serving as the main point of contact with the federal government
Coordinating grant duties within DSS, with other state agencies, and partners
Ensuring compliance with federal grant terms, conditions, and other applicable federal and state requirements
Overall management and oversight of sub‑projects within RHTP
Communications and stakeholder engagement, including leadership and staff support to a newly created rural health transformation advisory council
Managing and supervising staff as assigned
Recruiting and hiring applicable RHTP‑funded staff
Procurement of applicable RHTP‑funded contractual partners
Other duties as assigned
Preferred Qualifications
Demonstrated success in high‑visibility leadership roles
Experience managing large and complex projects, especially federal grants, including oversight, reporting, compliance, evaluation, and coordination with multiple partners
Stakeholder engagement and serving as a point of contact for internal and external inquiries
Familiarity with and demonstrated interest in health and/or social services programs and policies, especially related to rural areas
Benefits
Professional growth and development opportunities
Healthy work/life balance for all employees
Eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness after 10 years of service
Equal Opportunity Employer The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.
Application Information Applications are accepted online only through the State of Connecticut Online Employment Center. Please review all application instructions and submit your application before the last day.
Seniority Level Director
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Health Care Provider
Industries Government Administration
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Director of Rural Health Transformation (Durational Project Manager)
role at
Connecticut Department of Administrative Services
Location: Hartford, CT Salary: $129,888/year – $177,096/year Job Type: Full‑time (Open to the Public) Salary Net: $129,888 – $177,096
Introduction Do you have a passion for health programs and policies to improve people’s lives? Are you interested in starting and leading a new agency division dedicated to improving the health of residents of rural areas across the state? If yes, we invite you to check out this opportunity to join our team to be the project director for CT’s Rural Health Transformation Program (RHTP).
At the State of Connecticut, Department of Social Services (DSS), we are recruiting for an anticipated vacancy to direct the newly formed Division of Rural Health Transformation in the Commissioner’s Office. This position will oversee Connecticut’s implementation of the new Rural Health Transformation Program (RHTP) federal grant, working closely with DSS leadership and coordinating within DSS and across multiple state agencies to ensure all aspects of the grant are implemented successfully.
Position Highlights
Full‑time (40 hours per week) – 1st shift (Monday – Friday 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.)
Hybrid role consistent with the State of CT Telework Policy
Primary location is Hartford, Connecticut – in‑state travel required
Durational and will terminate at the end of the RHTP grant spending period (September 30, 2031), unless funding ends sooner
Your Role as Director of Rural Health Transformation The position will direct CT’s Rural Health Transformation Project. Key responsibilities include:
Overall strategic oversight and project management: planning, launching, budgeting, coordination, risk mitigation, evaluation, modifications, and communication
Reporting, monitoring, and financial management, including related data sharing, analysis, and coordination
Preparing reports, applications, and other required submissions to the federal government and other entities
Serving as the main point of contact with the federal government
Coordinating grant duties within DSS, with other state agencies, and partners
Ensuring compliance with federal grant terms, conditions, and other applicable federal and state requirements
Overall management and oversight of sub‑projects within RHTP
Communications and stakeholder engagement, including leadership and staff support to a newly created rural health transformation advisory council
Managing and supervising staff as assigned
Recruiting and hiring applicable RHTP‑funded staff
Procurement of applicable RHTP‑funded contractual partners
Other duties as assigned
Preferred Qualifications
Demonstrated success in high‑visibility leadership roles
Experience managing large and complex projects, especially federal grants, including oversight, reporting, compliance, evaluation, and coordination with multiple partners
Stakeholder engagement and serving as a point of contact for internal and external inquiries
Familiarity with and demonstrated interest in health and/or social services programs and policies, especially related to rural areas
Benefits
Professional growth and development opportunities
Healthy work/life balance for all employees
Eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness after 10 years of service
Equal Opportunity Employer The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.
Application Information Applications are accepted online only through the State of Connecticut Online Employment Center. Please review all application instructions and submit your application before the last day.
Seniority Level Director
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Health Care Provider
Industries Government Administration
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