Regulatory Specialist - Public Health Program Administrator

THE POSITION

Are you a detail-oriented, experienced professional with a passion for strengthening public health programs across Pennsylvania? The Department of Health is seeking a highly motivated Regulatory Specialist to join our Quality Assurance Deputate team. In this important role, you will analyze, evaluate, and help shape public policy within a complex regulatory framework, ensuring that programs and providers meet the highest standards of compliance and quality.

This position offers a valuable opportunity to deepen your expertise, refine your analytical and policy development skills, and contribute to impactful regulatory initiatives that directly support the health and well‑being of communities throughout the Commonwealth. If you thrive in a mission‑driven environment and are ready to take the next step in your career while making a meaningful difference, we encourage you to apply today!

In this position, you will evaluate programs within the Bureau of Health Facilities and Home Care Services to identify key regulatory issues and support the development of recommendations for regulations, guidance, and procedures. Your work will focus on the oversight and licensing of hospitals, ambulatory surgical centers, acute care facilities, home health agencies, end‑stage renal disease centers, indoor tanning facilities, hearing aid programs, and the regulation of drugs, devices, and cosmetics.

Key responsibilities include conducting regulatory analysis and interpretation, drafting proposed regulations and guidance documents, and recommending process improvements to strengthen regulatory compliance efforts. You will also collaborate closely with program, legal, and policy managers to support comprehensive review and analysis while incorporating stakeholder input, monitoring national trends, and ensuring alignment with federal requirements.

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

• Full‑time employment, 37.5 hours per week
• Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday − Friday, with a 30‑minute lunch.
• Telework:
  You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part‑time, up to 3 days per week. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high‑speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Harrisburg. The ability to telework is subject to change at any time.
  
  Additional details may be provided during the interview.
• Salary:
  In some cases, the starting salary may be non‑negotiable.
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

• One year as a Public Health Program Associate 2 (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); or
• A bachelor's degree and two years of professional experience in the development, analysis, or monitoring of programs, grants, or contracts in health, human services, social or behavioral services, health care services, or health insurance; or
• An equivalent combination of experience and training.

• PA residency requirement is currently waived for this title.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

• Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
• If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
• Your application must be submitted by the…