CCO Operations Director; Health Policy and Program Administrator

Position: CCO Operations Director (Health Policy and Program Administrator 1)
Initial Posting Date: 10/13/2026

Application Deadline:10/27/2026

Agency:

Oregon Health Authority Salary Range:$9,604 - $14,856

Position Type:

Employee

Position Title:

CCO Operations Director (Health Policy and Program Administrator
1)

Job Description:

If this opportunity aligns with your strengths, background, and commitment to fostering inclusivity, we encourage you to apply! At the Oregon Health Authority (OHA), we value diversity and encourage applicants from all backgrounds and experiences to help us build a stronger, more equitable future for all.

Opportunity Awaits, Apply Today! – CCO Operations Director (Health Policy & Program Administrator
1)
Oregon Health Authority’s Coordinated Care Organization (CCO) Operations section is responsible for implementing, overseeing, and improving Medicaid policies and operational requirements for CCOs delivering Oregon Health Plan (OHP) physical, oral, and behavioral health benefits. The Director leads development and administration of CCO program policy; oversees the CCO contract; and provides strategic oversight of four key operational units: CCO Quality Assurance, CCO Contracts and Rules, CCO Services, and Claims & Encounter Data  this position, you will play a critical role in promoting alignment and systemwide integration across managed care and fee for service (FFS) delivery systems, centering its leadership on CCO Operations while collaborating closely with internal and external partners to ensure cohesive and coordinated delivery of the Oregon Health Plan.

You will lead strategic planning, systems alignment, legislative strategy, and community and partner engagement efforts that shape the design and delivery of the Oregon Health Plan and the experience of 1.4 million OHP members. You will collaborate with Tribal governments, CCOs, community-based organizations, advocacy groups, health systems, and state and federal partners, and align operational and policy decisions with OHA’s transformation and health equity priorities.

You will play an integral part of the Medicaid Division’s Director’s Office and be a key leader in establishing the overall direction and mission of the  this position, you will have the privilege and responsibility to collaborate with diverse populations most harmed by social injustice and inequities and will demonstrate the ability to build and steward positive, collaborative and partnership-based relationships with diverse community groups including communities of color, immigrant groups, the disability and neurodivergent communities, veterans, older adults, individuals identifying as LGBTQIA2S+ and other communities that have been traditionally marginalized.

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What We Are Looking For

Minimum Qualifications:

These qualifications must be reflected in your application for consideration.

Five years of management experience; OR two years of management experience and a Bachelor’s degree in a related field.

Desired Attributes:
The following are desired attributes that we have identified as key to success for this role se are the attributes we are looking for in our top candidate. If you have any of these, please let us know in your application.

Experience leading the development and implementation of policies and programs at the community, state, and/or national level that advance health equity (address systemic health disparities, expand culturally responsive and inclusive services, factor in social determinants of health) and elevate the voice of community and those with lived experience.

Knowledge of health services delivery systems, particularly the Oregon Health Plan, managed care, and Medicaid administration in Oregon, including experience working with Coordinated Care…