Rural Health Transformation Program Manager – Health Systems

Job Posting Title

Rural Health Transformation Program Manager – Health Systems

Agency

340 OKLAHOMA STATE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH

Supervisory Organization

340 Commissioner's Office

Job Posting End Date

Refer to the date listed at the top of this posting, if available. Continuous if date is blank.

Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the posting end date above.

Estimated Appointment End Date (Continuous if Blank)

Full/Part-Time

Full time

Job Type

Regular

Compensation

The annual salary for this position is up to $140,000.00, based on education and experience.

Why you’ll love it here!

RESPECT. COLLABORATION. SERVICE. The Oklahoma State Department of Health (OSDH) is committed to leading Oklahoma to prosperity through health. Our mission is to protect and promote health, prevent disease and injury, and cultivate conditions by which Oklahomans can thrive. Check out why we are passionate about public health and believe it is the career for you!!!

Oh yeah, did we mention perks? We know that benefits matter and that is why we offer a competitive benefits package for all eligible employees.

• Generous state paid benefit allowance to help cover insurance premiums.
• A wide choice of insurance plans with no pre-existing condition exclusions or limitations.
• Flexible spending accounts for health care expenses and/or dependent care.
• Retirement Savings Plan with a generous match.
• 15 days of vacation and 15 days of sick leave the first year for full time employees.
• 11 paid holidays a year.
• Student Loan repayment options & tuition reimbursement.
• Employee discounts with a variety of companies and venders.
• Longevity Bonus for years of service

Job Description

Location: OKC – 123 Robert S Kerr

Salary: up to $140,000.00, based on education and experience

Full Time /Part Time: Full Time

Work Schedule: Monday – Friday

Primary Hours: 8-5

Position Description:

The Rural Health Transformation Program Manager is responsible for leading the design, implementation, and evaluation of initiatives aimed at improving the health systems in rural communities. This role focuses on care delivery models that extend preventative, primary, and specialty care to rural residents through expanded care teams and telehealth.  The Program Manager collaborates across health systems, payers, and community partners to develop rural regionalization plans, implement evidence-based strategies that improve health outcomes and ensure the long-term viability of rural healthcare delivery.

Position Responsibilities/Essential Functions:

• Demonstrates knowledge of and supports mission, vision, value statements, standards, policies and procedures, and the code of ethical behavior.
• Develop and manage strategic initiatives that align with the state’s rural health transformation priorities.
• Lead the design and execution of rural health transformation initiatives focused on care delivery redesign, financial sustainability, and system integration.
• Build and maintain collaborative relationships with hospital and clinic leadership, provider networks, public health agencies, and payers.
• Facilitate cross-sector partnerships to integrate behavioral health, primary care, and social services within rural settings.
• Serve as a liaison between healthcare systems and community partners to promote data sharing, resource alignment, and collaborative impact.
• Convene cross-sector workgroups and facilitate community engagement and stakeholder meetings.
• Use population health analytics and qualitative data to identify priority needs, measure effectiveness, and inform continuous improvement.
• Use quantitative and qualitative data to assess system performance, identify improvement opportunities, and measure impact.
• Develop and monitor metrics related to access, quality, cost, and sustainability.
• Prepare reports, presentations, and grant submissions for internal and external audiences.
• Manage budgets, timelines, contracts, and staff or consultant activities within assigned projects.
• Monitor federal and state policies impacting rural health delivery, reimbursement, and transformation programs.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory and funding requirements.
• Being present at the office is an essential function of the job.
• Other duties as assigned.

Other Duties

• Demonstrates knowledge of and supports mission, vision, value statements, standards, policies and procedures, operating instructions, confidentiality standards, and the code of ethical behavior.
• Works effectively in team environment, participating and assisting their peers.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education and Experience requirements at this level consist of a Master’s degree in business, public administration, public health, healthcare, finance or related field OR a Bachelor’s degree in Public Health, Health Administration, Nursing, Business, or related field required, plus 5 years of progressive experience in healthcare system transformation, rural health, or health policy and demonstrated experience in program design, grant management, and multi-sector collaboration.

Application Requirements:

• If education, certification or licensure is required to meet qualifications, applicants must provide documentation at the time of application.
• All applicants are subject to a background check and must be legally authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship.

Valued Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Strong understanding of rural health systems, community health improvement models, and health equity frameworks; excellent communication, facilitation, and relationship-building skills across diverse stakeholder groups; analytical and data interpretation skills to inform strategy and evaluation; ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.; establishing attainable metrics and methodologies to determine the success of agency programs; and the administrative and legislative processes to represent the Agency.

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

Work is typically performed in an office setting with climate-controlled settings and exposure to moderate noise levels. While performing the duties of the job, employees are required to talk, stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms.  This position requires long periods of sitting and daily use of computers and phones.  Must be willing to perform all job-related travel associated with this position. Being present at the office is an essential function of the job.

Equal Opportunity Employment

The State of Oklahoma is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of genetic information, race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, or disability.

Current active State of Oklahoma employees must apply for open positions internally through the Workday Jobs Hub.

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