Business Project Manager

Business Project Manager (Job Requisition #55153) This position is open to all State employees and external applicants. Role Overview This position will be the point person at DVHA for projects and strategic policy initiatives related to Vermont's health insurance marketplace. The role involves tracking a dynamic policy environment and determining when policy changes impact the marketplace, including Vermont Health Connect. Projects could be related to health insurance benefits, qualified health plans, employer-sponsored coverage, health reimbursement arrangements, tax credits, financial assistance programs, affordability initiatives, or alternative individual health coverage options. The position will be at the center of that workstream and will be charged with connecting the various players within Vermont's health insurance system to ensure alignment and momentum. Job duties include research and policy analysis, project management, coordination of internal and external workgroups, presentation development, and report drafting. A successful candidate will demonstrate a passion for learning about the policy and regulatory basis of the health insurance marketplace and DVHA's role in administering it. They will have excellent research and communications skills and a demonstrated ability to coordinate with internal and external partners on the achievement of goals. Knowledge and experience with health insurance regulation or health care policy is preferred. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree AND four (4) years or more of experience where the primary role was project management. OR Associate's degree AND six (6) years or more of experience where the primary role was project management. OR High school diploma or equivalent AND eight (8) years or more of experience where the primary role was project management. Total Compensation 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 Work Setting Work is performed in a standard office setting, but some travel may be required. Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion The State of Vermont celebrates diversity, and is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect and meaningful inclusion that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The State does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, membership in an employee organization, family medical history or genetic information or family or parental status. The State’s employment decisions are merit-based. Retaliatory adverse employment actions by the State are forbidden. #J-18808-Ljbffr