Chief of Staff position is Exempt State Merit System

Our mission at the Department of Health and Social Services (DHSS) is to improve the quality of life of Delaware citizens by promoting health and well-being, fostering self-sufficiency, and protecting vulnerable populations. We prioritize personal and family independence by assisting individuals and families in a variety of life areas.

Our mission at the Department of Health and Social Services (DHSS) is to improve the quality of life of Delaware citizens by promoting health and well-being, fostering self-sufficiency, and protecting vulnerable populations. We prioritize personal and family independence by assisting individuals and families in a variety of life areas. We offer numerous career opportunities and are dedicated to attracting and retaining highly talented individuals who are ready to make a difference in their community today.

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Serves as Chief of Staff within the DMMA Office of the Director, providing expert advice and acting on behalf of the Director as assigned. Coordinates executive priorities, supports Division leadership, and helps ensure critical initiatives, decisions, and organizational priorities are effectively communicated and carried through to implementation.

The Chief of Staff reports to and receives general direction and guidance from the DMMA Director in terms of broad goals and objectives. The employee establishes methods for advancing executive priorities and assists in the administration and coordination of Division operations. Work includes advising on administrative, operational, policy, personnel, regulatory, and organizational matters and handling critical and sensitive issues. The Chief of Staff provides guidance, consultation, and recommendations to Division leadership regarding policy implementation, agency priorities, and administrative concerns and keeps the Director apprised of relevant matters and emerging issues.

The Chief of Staff serves as the primary liaison between DMMA and the Office of the Secretary, oversees the staff and operations of the Office of the Director, and coordinates with and supports unit chiefs in advancing Division-wide priorities. The position follows up on executive decisions and assignments to ensure timely completion and assists in resolving cross-unit and competing priorities.

A significant aspect of the work involves representing the Director as assigned and coordinating with DHSS leadership, other divisions, state and federal partners, contractors, providers, stakeholders, and other organizations on matters affecting the Division.

• Medicaid, health and human services, health care administration, health policy, or another complex federally regulated program.
• Supporting executive leadership in a large, complex organization.
• Leading or coordinating enterprise-wide or cross-functional organizational initiatives.
• Working in a highly regulated environment involving significant federal and state requirements.
• Managing organizational change, implementation, or performance-improvement initiatives. Applicants who do not possess the preferred qualification will still be eligible to compete for this position if job requirements are met.

Essential functions are fundamental, core functions of the position. These functions are not an exhaustive list of all job duties and may include duties of a similar kind not specifically listed here.

• Confers with the Director, Division leadership, and internal and external partners regarding policy implementation, personnel, operational, regulatory, and…