Program Administrator

HHS Behavioral Health Policy Division Policy - Remote in North Dakota - Behavioral Health Program Administrator The Behavioral Health Program Administrator will be responsible for the management, coordination, and administration of addiction treatment and recovery services funded with the Substance Use Prevention, Treatment, and Recovery Services Block Grant. This role involves overseeing the allocation and utilization of grant funds, ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations, and monitoring program effectiveness. The administrator will collaborate with treatment providers, governmental agencies, and community organizations to enhance service delivery, support recovery initiatives, and improve outcomes for individuals affected by substance use disorders. Key duties include budgeting, reporting, program evaluation, and fostering partnerships to advance addiction recovery efforts in alignment with North Dakota Health and Human Services goals. Key Responsibilities : Manage and administer federal block grants for addiction treatment and recovery services. Develop and monitor budgets, ensuring proper allocation and use of grant funds. Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, policies, and guidelines related to addiction treatment by conducting compliance visits (onsite and virtual). Provide technical assistance to service providers and stakeholders. Track and report grant-funded program performance, outcomes, and metrics. Facilitate training and capacity-building efforts for service providers to improve treatment services. Oversee data collection, analysis, and evaluation of treatment services to drive continuous improvement. Work closely on the addiction treatment and recovery team to achieve goals and alignment on projects and initiatives. Collaborate effectively with the behavioral health division and other health and human services teams to share insights and deliver integrated solutions. To thrive in this position , you should be: Able to work independently and as part of a team as you must be self-motivated to manage tasks efficiently on your own while also collaborating effectively with the internal behavioral health division policy team and external stakeholders and providers. Excellent verbal and written communication skills and ability to think critically to identify operational barriers and develop and implement solutions will be crucial for this position. To be successful at this position a candidate will need to be able to handle multiple projects and deadlines at time, with ability to shift priorities and adjust to changing circumstances while maintaining a high level of performance. The ideal candidate will also have familiarity with Microsoft Office with ability to utilize Microsoft Excel for managing budget tracking and budget projections. Most importantly, the best person for this position will be recovery oriented with a commitment and passion to improve access to quality recovery services for individuals experiencing addiction. To be considered for this position , you must have a bachelor's degree AND experience in administration, including overseeing or managing a program, budgeting, interpreting and following local, state and federal laws, rules, regulations and guidelines, and developing policy and procedures. About HHS : ND HHS strives to make North Dakota the healthiest state in the nation by reinforcing the foundations of well-being: physical, economic, and behavioral. Those services are to be delivered as close to home as possible with a focus on dignity and respect. The keys to delivery of those services are the 2800 committed, compassionate ND HHS team members and more than $6 billion in funding from nearly 200 different federal, state, and special sources. Location : ND HHS utilizes a blended workplace model. This position may work from home anywhere in North Dakota with the ability and willingness to work during regular business hours. Some travel required.

About Team ND

"Far and away the best prize life offers is the chance to work hard at work worth doing." - Theodore RooseveltMore than 7,500 talented, hard-working people across sixty-three agencies have come together as Team North Dakota. At Team ND, we are driven to succeed through gratitude, humility, curiosity and courage. Our purpose is to empower people, improve lives, and inspire success. Join us in being legendary.Total Rewards: The State of North Dakota is committed to providing team members with a strong and competitive rewards package that support you, your health and your family.Considering a new position on Team ND? How does your current position stack up? Use our Total Rewards Calculator to estimate.

Application Procedures

Your resume should include information to demonstrate how you meet the minimum qualifications as posted. If the Department's Human Resource Division is unable to determine that you meet the minimum qualifications credit will not be given. All application material must be received on or before the closing date by 11:59 pm.Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The Department of Health & Human Services does not offer or provide sponsorships.This employer participates in E-Verify. Please visit the following website for additional information: https://www.hhs.nd.gov/careers/e-verifyA copy of your qualifying degrees transcript and any applicable certifications or licensures must be provided at the time of an interview.For more information about the position or if you need an accommodation, please contact Julie Huwe at jhuwe@nd.gov or at 701-328-8920 Employing Unit: ND HHS - Behavioral Health Division Telephone Number: 701-328-8920 TTY Number: ND Relay Service 1-800-366-6888 (text); 1-800-366-6889 (voice)If you are experiencing technical difficulties with the Application Process or uploading attachments, please contact recruiter@nd.gov or (701)328-3290.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The State of North Dakota and this hiring agency do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), genetics, religion, age or disability in employment or the provisions of services and complies with the provisions of the North Dakota Human Rights Act.As an employer, the State of North Dakota prohibits smoking in all places of state employment in accordance with N.D.C.C. Sect. 23-12-10.