Technical Project Specialist I
University of Kentucky Federal Credit Union
Posting Details Job Title Technical Project Specialist I Requisition Number RE49243 Working Title Project Coordinator Department Name 40502:Institute for Biomedical Informatics Work Location Frankfort, KY Grade Level 45 Salary Range $47,278-78,000/year Type of Position Staff Position Time Status Full-Time Required Education
The Project Specialist will be responsible for the planning, executing, tracking, and documentation of the contract project deliverables including timelines and milestones. Will work in close collaboration with other Cabinet for Health & Family Services agencies, Managed Care Organizations, and community providers. Day to day work will consist of policy research of other state’s approaches, setting and facilitating meetings, analyzing data reports and trends to inform policy and future payment methods. Must be self-motivated and able to work in a team environment, have excellent communication and writing skills, and be able to meet important deadlines. Additional responsibilities include assisting with on-going compliance and amendments of State Plan and regulatory requirements and other related Medicaid Behavioral Health initiatives and duties.
Work will be remote with limited in person meeting dates required. Knowledge of CMS federal requirements, 1115 demonstration waivers, and Kentucky Medicaid Behavioral Health regulations would be a plus.
As a University of Kentucky employee, you will be entitled to amazing health insurance options, employee discounts, and a 200% retirement match! Starting your first day, you will annually accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation, 12 sick days, and 10 holidays. We value work-life balance and want you to have the flexibility you need to do both.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities Microsoft Project, clarity, or other PM tool experience. Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No Preferred Education/Experience Driver’s license preferred. Deadline to Apply 03/06/2025 Our University Community We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.
Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.
BS
Click here for more information about equivalencies: https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies Required Related Experience3 yrs
Required License/Registration/Certification None. Physical Requirements Sitting/standing for long periods of time; effectively communicating with individuals from diverse backgrounds; intermittent job-related travel Shift Monday – Friday, 8:00 am – 5:00 pm Job Summary The Institute for Biomedical Informatics is seeking a Project Specialist to join the team. This position will serve with the Department for Medicaid Services as part of the Behavioral Health Policy Team. Clinical experience in a practice enrolled with KY Medicaid is preferred (5+ years). Focus will be on Substance Use Disorder population, programs, and services.The Project Specialist will be responsible for the planning, executing, tracking, and documentation of the contract project deliverables including timelines and milestones. Will work in close collaboration with other Cabinet for Health & Family Services agencies, Managed Care Organizations, and community providers. Day to day work will consist of policy research of other state’s approaches, setting and facilitating meetings, analyzing data reports and trends to inform policy and future payment methods. Must be self-motivated and able to work in a team environment, have excellent communication and writing skills, and be able to meet important deadlines. Additional responsibilities include assisting with on-going compliance and amendments of State Plan and regulatory requirements and other related Medicaid Behavioral Health initiatives and duties.
Work will be remote with limited in person meeting dates required. Knowledge of CMS federal requirements, 1115 demonstration waivers, and Kentucky Medicaid Behavioral Health regulations would be a plus.
As a University of Kentucky employee, you will be entitled to amazing health insurance options, employee discounts, and a 200% retirement match! Starting your first day, you will annually accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation, 12 sick days, and 10 holidays. We value work-life balance and want you to have the flexibility you need to do both.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities Microsoft Project, clarity, or other PM tool experience. Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No Preferred Education/Experience Driver’s license preferred. Deadline to Apply 03/06/2025 Our University Community We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.
Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.
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