Colorado Access · 8 hours ago
Chief Administrative Officer
Regency Plaza, 4643 S Ulster Street, Suite 700, Denver, Colorado, United States of America
Full-time
Hybrid
Director/Executive
$340K/yr - $400K/yr
10+ years expColorado Access is a Colorado-based company focused on improving the health of the state through access to quality, affordable care. The Chief Administrative Officer will shape the organization's vision and mission, oversee administrative functions, and ensure compliance with healthcare regulations while fostering a positive workplace culture.
FitnessHealth CareNon Profit
No H1B
Responsibilities
In partnership with the CEO and peers, creates, modifies, and implements organization’s vision, mission and strategy. Leads company’s short-term and long-term strategy for financial stability, operational excellence, health transformation and company culture. Communicates, on behalf of the company, with stakeholders, government entities, the public, and employees
Contributes the legal and compliance components to business plans and manages resources in alignment with CEO, Board of Directors, and peers to ensure the company reaches its targets and operates efficiently and effectively
Builds high performing teams with vision, leadership, goals and metrics. Serves as a role model for team members; takes action and inspires team members to embrace and implement culture initiatives. Demonstrates a strong work ethic in action and words. Provides awareness to Directors, department leaders and staff how their work impacts other departments, programs and the enterprise. Leads with integrity and ethics and holds self and team members accountable for achieving outstanding results and demonstrating core values
Responsible for all management functions including: hiring, training, planning and directing work, coaching and staff development, managing and evaluating performance, recognizing and rewarding employees, corrective action procedures and practices, addressing complaints and resolving problems, directly or through the supervision of others. Responsible for approval and management of department budgets and participates in the development of overall company-wide budget
Works closely with Executives and Directors across the organization to make strategic and operational decisions that advance company strategies and goals and collaborates to deliver on company-wide deliverables/requirements
Oversees/leads corporate level projects and continuous improvement initiatives across multiple areas in the organization and/or cross-functional teams
Represents organizational strategy in public forums and with key stakeholders to strengthen and build relationships. Consistent with organizational direction, works to shape policy and potential partnerships to advance strategic priorities
Oversees the development and implementation of multiple department policies and procedures to ensure compliance with federal, state, local and company policies, rules and regulations, and best business practices
Assume comprehensive oversight of the organization's daily administrative functions and operational execution, ensuring departmental alignment
Work with leader of People and Talent Management to provide strategic leadership for all human resources functions, including talent acquisition, compensation and benefits, employee relations, performance management, training and development, and diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives
Develop and implement HR policies and procedures that comply with all applicable laws and regulations
Foster a positive and inclusive work culture that attracts, retains, and motivates top talent
Develop and implement operational strategies that reflect our person-centered focus as a health plan
Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and implement corrective actions as needed and improve efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance member satisfaction
Lead process improvement initiatives to streamline operations and enhance service delivery
Provide oversight and direction of Access Medical Enrollment Services, which assists community members with enrollment into public programs
Provide executive oversight and strategic direction for the organization’s Legal and Compliance functions, ensuring alignment with organizational strategy, mission, and risk tolerance
Ensure enterprise-wide compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations, including Medicaid, insurance, nonprofit governance, privacy and security (HIPAA), and other healthcare regulatory requirements
Oversee the development, implementation, and maintenance of an effective compliance program, including policies, training, monitoring, auditing, and corrective action processes
Ensure timely identification, assessment, and escalation of legal and compliance risks, including coordination of responses to regulatory inquiries, audits, investigations, and enforcement actions
Promote a culture of ethics, accountability, and compliance across the organization, reinforcing expectations for lawful and ethical conduct at all levels
Coordinate closely with operational, clinical, finance, and government relations leaders to integrate legal and compliance considerations into business planning, product development, and operational execution
Contribute to the development and implementation of the organization's strategic plan
Provide strategic counsel to the CEO and other members of the executive team on administrative matters
Serve as Chief of Staff to connect, coordinate and align priorities across the executive leadership team
Represent the organization at external meetings and events as needed
Develop and manage the budgets for all administrative departments
Monitor expenditures and ensure cost-effectiveness
Performs other duties as assigned by the President/CEO and/or the Board of Directors
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in business, Public or Healthcare Administration or related field required
Minimum of ten years' relevant experience advising healthcare entities across legal, operational and policy areas
Must have experience in effectively managing and working collaboratively with a diverse group of professionals with varying backgrounds, including those with legal backgrounds
Project management experience required
Must have extensive experience with some or all of the following areas of law: Colorado nonprofit and commercial corporation law, US and Colorado healthcare laws and regulations (specifically including the ACA, Medicaid, and the Colorado Medical Practice Act and related laws and regulations), Colorado insurance law and regulations, contract law, employment law, HIPAA and privacy and security laws, administrative law, litigation
Strategic business planning, change management, people management and project management skills required
Demonstrates support for the company's mission, vision and values
Position requires excellent written and verbal communication skills
Excellent interpersonal and relationship building skills required with ability to develop strategic partnerships both internally and externally
Strong leadership skills required including team development, mentoring and coaching, and personnel management
Proficient in Windows and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel)
Active Colorado license to practice law required
A valid driver's license and proof of current auto insurance will be required for any position requiring driving
Preferred
Master's degree or juris doctorate preferred
Experience working with underserved/publicly insured populations preferred
Healthcare industry experience preferred
Benefits
Medical, dental, vision insurance that starts the first day of the month following start date.
Supplemental insurance such as critical illness and accidental injury.
Health care and dependent care flexible spending account options.
Employer-paid basic life insurance and AD&D (employee, spouse and dependent).
Short-term and long-term disability coverage.
Voluntary life insurance (employee, spouse, dependent).
Paid time off
Retirement plan
Tuition reimbursement (based on eligibility).
Annual bonus program (based on eligibility, requirements and performance).
Company
Colorado Access
Colorado Access are a nonprofit health plan that provides access to behavioral and physical health services for Coloradans.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
A
April Abrahamson
Chief People and Talent Development Officer
Jaime Moreno
Chief Communications and Members Experience Officer
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