Program Administrator 3

The OPRAS Division seeks a Program Administrator to manage operational activities primarily related to Health insurance. The ideal candidate has excellent organizational and administrative skills, can multi-task, has the ability to work on several projects at the same time and can effectively respond to unforeseen issues.

If this describes you, continue reading below to learn more about this meaningful career opportunity to serve Ohioans.

Your Key Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following\:

Serves as the manager of programs involving internal operational activities and support systems of the Office of Product Regulation and Actuarial Services (OPRAS).

For these assigned programs (e.g., Qualified Health Plan Management (QHP), External Review, Form and Rate Filings), advises on the formulation of policy and implements said policy supporting regulatory processes and requirements used to evaluate compliance with state and federal laws and regulations, and agency rules and bulletins.

· Develops and implements internal review standards and procedures based on statutory requirements. This includes developing forms and/or systems to support compliance review activities; evaluating and reporting outcomes; and providing training and technical support.

· Supervises, evaluates work performance, and coordinates training & educational programs for assigned staff.

· Supports achievement of business unit and agency technical objectives by working with Office of Information Technology Systems (OITS) to analyze and help determine scope, requirements and specifications; test; and implement new technologies and systems development.

· Manages maintenance and coordination of business unit content for agency website pages.

· Serves as agency manager for the State Electronic Rate and Form Filing System (SERFF). Participates and represents agency in SERFF and related National Association of Insurance Commissioners (NAIC) and Interstate Insurance Product Regulation Commission (IIPRC) activities and makes recommendations and decisions regarding system usage and enhancements.

· Responsible for research, analysis, and reporting tasks that may include narrative, graphic, and/or statistical elements. This may involve the application of mathematical calculations, complex queries, and/or advanced programmatic functions. Will utilize available internal and external data sources, as well as available desktop technologies (e.g., Access, Excel, Visio, Power Point, & Tableau).

· Respond to informational requests and inquiries from internal and external sources that may be of a complex nature requiring in-depth insurance product knowledge and the application of regulatory standards and agency policy.

Unless required by legislation or union contract, the final candidate can expect to be paid at the lowest step in the pay range (step 1). As a Program Administrator 3, you will receive a raise after six (6) months and yearly step increases until you reach the top level of the pay range. There may also be possible cost of living adjustments (COLA) and longevity supplements beginning after five (5) years of state service

5 yrs. trg. or 5 yrs. exp. in business administration, management or public administration.

-Or completion of undergraduate core program in business administration, management or public administration; 36 mos. trg. or 36 mos. exp. in supervisory, administrative &/or managerial position.

-Or completion of undergraduate core program for academic field of study commensurate with program area to be assigned per approved Position Description on File; 36 mos. trg. or 36 mos. exp. in supervisory, administrative, managerial &/or staff position involving planning, research &/or policy/procedure development.

-Or 1 yr. exp. as Program Administrator 2, 63123.

-Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications For Employment noted above.

Job Skills: Program Management

The State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note, this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39), and as outlined in the posting.

When completing the different sections of this application, be sure to clearly describe how you meet the minimum qualifications outlined in this job posting. We cannot give you credit for your Work Experience and Education & Certifications if you do not provide that information in your online application. Information in attached resumes or cover letters must be entered into your application in the appropriate Work Experience or Education & Certification sections to be considered.

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Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Reasonable Accommodation\: ODI does not discriminate on the basis of disability in its hiring or employment practices and complies with the ADA employment regulations. Applicants with questions about access or requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact the agency Human Resource Offices’ ADA Coordinator, Andrew Skal, by emailing or calling . Otherwise, you will be given specific instructions on requesting an accommodation if you are invited to participate in a structured interview.

Background Check Information:

The final candidate selected for the position will be required to undergo a criminal background check. Criminal convictions do not necessarily preclude an applicant from consideration for a position. An individual assessment of an applicant’s prior criminal convictions will be made before excluding an applicant from consideration.

At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees*. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website! Our benefits package includes:

Medical Coverage

Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period

Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year

Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave

Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)

Public Retirement Systems (such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS) & Optional Deferred Compensation (Ohio Deferred Compensation)

*Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.

Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.