Business Operations Administrator 2025-02485

Business Operations Administrator

Salary : $10,338.10 - $11,486.78 Monthly

Location : Cheyenne, WY

Job Type : Permanent Full-time

Job Number : 2025-02485

Department : Department Of Health

Division : Cheyenne and County Offices

FLSA : Exempt

Job Classification : EXMT03

General Description

The Wyoming Department of Health is seeking a strategic and driven Business Operations Administrator to join our senior leadership team. In this high-impact role, you'll guide key initiatives that shape how healthcare is delivered across the state - from privacy and security to performance management and rural health innovation. You'll lead the Office of Privacy, Security, and Contracts (OPSC), oversee the Department's HealthStat performance management system, and help implement Wyoming's Rural Health Transformation Program established by new federal legislation.

Working directly with the Director and Deputy Director, you'll :

• Lead major projects and strategic initiatives that improve statewide healthcare operations
• Advise leadership on health policy, compliance, and internal legal matters
• Serve as a liaison to the Legislature on issues that shape Wyoming's health system
• Strengthen the Department's internal processes to enhance efficiency and accountability

This is an opportunity to make a tangible difference in how healthcare services reach Wyoming communities while collaborating with dedicated leaders who are committed to improving lives statewide.

Human Resource Contact : wdhrecruit@wyo.gov

Essential Functions

The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function which may be performed in the job level.

Lead high-level projects and advise leadership : Partner with the Director, Deputy Director, and senior administrators on major initiatives that shape the Department's direction. Serve as a key policy advisor on health strategy and internal legal matters.

Oversee the Office of Privacy, Security, and Contracts (OPSC) : Manage daily operations and a skilled team to ensure the Department meets all state and federal requirements related to privacy, security, contracting, rulemaking, and public information. Serve as the Department's official HIPAA Privacy and Security Officer, helping safeguard sensitive information and maintain public trust.

Drive performance improvement through HealthStat : Lead the Department's HealthStat program, coordinating performance improvement meetings, ensuring quality reporting, and helping divisions strengthen data analysis, goal-setting, and results tracking. Provide key performance insights to the Governor's Office and Legislature.

Guide Wyoming's Rural Health Transformation Program : Work with federal partners to implement new initiatives that expand access to healthcare and strengthen services in rural communities across the state.

Champion continuous improvement : Identify opportunities to streamline processes, enhance accountability, and improve how the Department delivers critical services to Wyoming residents.

Qualifications

Preferences :

Preference will be given to candidates with legal education (i.e., JD), due to the compliance, contracting, and rule review responsibilities.

Knowledge :

Knowledge of best practices in the management of large organizations;

Knowledge of health policy at the federal, state, and local levels, including specific abilities to understand the connection between law, rules and regulations, and policy;

Ability to synthesize complex information and data into actionable information for decision-makers; ability to craft products (briefs, reports, presentations, analyses) that communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders.

Minimum Qualifications :

None - See "Preferences"

Necessary Special Requirements :

The employee may sit comfortably to perform the work; however, there may be some walking, standing, bending, carrying light items, driving an automobile, etc.

FLSA : Exempt

The Wyoming Department of Health is an E-Verify employer.

Supplemental Information :

Click here to view the State of Wyoming Classification and Pay Structure.

The State of Wyoming is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively supports the ADA and reasonably accommodates qualified applicants with disabilities.

Working for the State of Wyoming provides employees with a range of valuable benefits and offers a fulfilling career path. Employees enjoy comprehensive healthcare coverage, including medical, dental, and vision plans, ensuring their well-being and that of their families. Additionally, the state offers multiple retirement plans, which provide financial security and stability for employees once their career in public services comes to an end. The state recognizes the importance of personal time and offers generous paid time off and flexible arrangements, allowing employees to recharge, take care of personal matters, and maintain a healthy work-life integration.

There are many benefits to living and working in Wyoming. Beautiful country with wide-open spaces, clean air, great recreational activities, and no State income tax to mention a few!

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