Performance Improvement Manager - Limited Service

The Vermont Department of Health is seeking a Performance Improvement Manager to lead performance management and continuous improvement initiatives across the department. This involves managing large projects to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of department programs/services and health outcomes for Vermonters. This position sits in the Office of Performance Improvement, within the Commissioner's Office. It is a key liaison between department and agency leadership and the multiple divisions of the department.

Ideal candidates for this position will be self-directed and can navigate emerging issues with tact and persistence. Ideal candidates will also have a strong understanding of performance management and improvement concepts and strong organizational skills, including project management, facilitation and leading organization-wide change. Awareness of and a passion for public health is valued but not essential.

Key responsibilities of the Performance Improvement Manager include:
* Maintain a series of scorecards that are used to measure the efficiency and effectiveness of department programs and track progress towards achieving long-term health goals.
* Support programs to systematically and continuously measure how well they are achieving their goals and to use that information for decision-making and improvement.
* Lead continuous improvement projects that address departmental goals, and support staff in conducting improvement projects in their divisions.
* Support efforts to increase data accessibility, equitable data collection, and meaningful analysis, including how to use performance management and continuous improvement to advance health equity.
* Manage Public Health Accreditation to ensure the department meets national standards and continues to provide essential public health services in Vermont.
* Serve as department liaison to the Agency of Human Services performance improvement director, State of Vermont Chief Performance Office, and other regional and national performance improvement networks.

About the Department of Health:
Our vision: All people and communities in Vermont have equitable opportunities to achieve their highest level of health and well-being.
Our mission: Promote the physical, mental, and social well-being of people in Vermont by advancing equity, protecting against disease and injury, and preparing for health emergencies.
Our values:
* Equity: We aim to center health justice and address racism and all forms of oppression in our programs and policies, our approach to collaboration, and how we build and nurture our workforce.
* Collaboration: We engage with staff and partners to understand complex problems and design responsive solutions.
* Inclusion: We support a culture of belonging and diversity where people are valued, trusted, and able to be their authentic selves.
* Harmony: We endorse a balanced, thoughtful, and intentional work environment that allows employees to care for themselves, their families, and the people they serve.
* Data: We strive for scientific excellence and cultural responsiveness in the collection, analysis, sharing and use of data.

Telework opportunities: The Department of Health supports a hybrid work environment. Upon hire, employees work with their supervisor to create a schedule that aligns with the business needs of the unit. We believe a hybrid work environment promotes autonomy and allows for increased flexibility and greater work/life balance.

This position, Performance Improvement Manager - Limited Service (Job Requisition #53119), is open to all State employees and external applicants. It is a Limited Service position, which is non-tenured and authorized for a specific period of time. Limited Service positions are established for specially funded projects or programs.
If you would like more information about this position, please contact katie.stetler@vermont.gov
Resumes will not be accepted via e-mail. You must apply online to be considered.
Please note that multiple positions in the same work location may be filled from this job posting.

AHS BACKGROUND CHECKS: Candidates must pass any level of background investigation applicable to the position. In accordance with AHS Policy 4.02, Hiring Standards, Vermont and/or national criminal record checks, as well as DMV and adult and child abuse registry checks, as appropriate to the position under recruitment, will be conducted on candidates, with the exception of those who are current classified state employees seeking transfer, promotion or demotion into an AHS classified position or are persons exercising re-employment (RIF) rights.

Duties are typically performed in a standard office setting. Some travel is required for which private means of transportation should be available. Incumbents may need to work evenings or weekends and speak before public groups.

Bachelor's degree in public health, public administration, community planning or a related field AND three (3) years of progressively responsible experience in program management and quality/performance improvement within a government, clinical, or educational environment where activities included at least two of the following: program planning and evaluation, quality improvement projects, program management and data analysis.

OR

Master's degree in public health, public administration, community planning or a related field AND two (2) years of progressively responsible experience in program management and quality/performance improvement within a government, clinical, or educational environment where activities included at least two of the following: program planning and evaluation, quality improvement projects, program management and data analysis.

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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