Implementation Specialist-I&S (Full-time Remote, North Carolina Based)

The Implementation Specialist – Innovation and Strategy supports the planning, coordination, and implementation of strategic initiatives within the Innovation and Strategy Division. This position is primarily responsible but not limited to supporting the Rural Health Transformation Project through stakeholder coordination, implementation planning, operational readiness activities, project tracking, and execution support.The Implementation Specialist leads assigned implementation efforts and project workstreams while partnering with project managers, operational leaders, providers, and other stakeholders to ensure project objectives are achieved.This is a grant-funded or time-limited position established for a one-year period with no guarantee of extension, renewal, or continued employment beyond the approved funding period.This position is fulltime remote. Selected candidate must reside in North Carolina. Some travel for onsite meetings to the Home office (Morrisville, NC) may be required.Responsibilities & DutiesImplementation Planning and ExecutionCoordinate implementation activities for assigned projects and initiativesDevelop and maintain implementation plans, milestones, action logs, and project documentationTrack deliverables and follow up with stakeholders to ensure timely completion of assigned tasksSupport project launches, transitions, pilots, and operational deploymentsProject SupportServe as a key implementation resource and become subject matter expert for the Rural Health Transformation initiativeCoordinate project activities, stakeholder meetings, workgroups, and implementation workstreamsAssist in tracking project outcomes, deliverables, and reporting requirementsSupport collaboration with community partners, providers, state agencies, and internal departmentsEffectively communicate feedback and provide ongoing coaching and mentoring to staff and support a learning environment to advance team skills and professional developmentCultivate and encourage efforts to expand cross-team collaboration and partnershipStakeholder Engagement and CommunicationCoordinate communications among project teams, subject matter experts, providers, and external partners. Prepare meeting materials, status updates, presentations, and implementation reportsFacilitate meetings and document action items, decisions, and follow-up activitiesOperational Readiness and Change SupportCoordinate readiness activities including training schedules, communication plans, workflow development, and implementation checklistsAssist operational teams in preparing for new processes, services, programs, and system changesTrack and document lessons learned and implementation outcomesProject Monitoring and ReportingMaintain project schedules, action logs, risk trackers, and implementation dashboardsMonitor progress toward milestones and elevate concerns, barriers, or risks to project leadershipAssist with data collection, reporting, and performance monitoring activitiesCollaborationMaintain collaborative relationships across departments and stakeholdersSupport special projects and other duties as assigned related to implementation and organizational prioritiesMinimum RequirementsEducation & ExperienceRequired: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in public health, healthcare administration, business administration, human services, organizational development, information systems, project management, or a related field and three (3) years of experience coordinating, implementing, or leading projects, programs, operational initiatives, or organizational improvement efforts.Additional Experience RequiredProject coordination and implementation activitiesLeading workgroups, meetings, or project workstreamsManaging project schedules, action plans, or deliverablesStakeholder communication and coordinationPreferredExperience implementing healthcare, behavioral health, Medicaid, public health, or rural health programs.Experience supporting cross-functional initiatives involving multiple stakeholders.Experience using Smartsheet, Microsoft Project, or similar project management tools.Experience working with providers, community-based organizations, or healthcare delivery systems.Project management certification.Knowledge, Skills, & AbilitiesProficient in Microsoft Office Word, Excel, and PowerPointProject coordination and implementation planningAbility to lead project workstreams and implementation activitiesStrong organizational and follow-up skillsExcellent written and verbal communication skillsStakeholder engagement and facilitation skillsAbility to coordinate multiple priorities simultaneouslyExperience utilizing project management software and reporting toolsKnowledge of healthcare, Medicaid, behavioral health, or rural health systemsChange management and operational readiness principlesSalary Range$69,592 - $88,729/AnnuallyExact compensation will be determined based on the candidate's education, experience external market data and consideration of internal equity.An excellent fringe benefit package accompanies the salary, which includes:Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Long Term DisabilityGenerous retirement savings planFlexible work schedules including hybrid/remote optionsPaid time off including vacation, sick leave, holiday, management leaveDress flexibilityJ-18808-Ljbffr