15+ years leading large healthcare portfolios, particularly at the federal level or in contracting environments
Supervisory experience in managing teams and projects
Experience managing large contracts at CMS
Background in Health Informatics preferred
Ability to obtain a Public Trust clearance
US residency for 3 of the last 5 years
Bachelor's degree in business, project management, healthcare informatics, or related field
Responsibilities
Provide leadership and oversight for a program of 60+ employees and multiple subcontractors
Lead growth of a portfolio with projects up to $100 million
Support development and execution of corporate growth strategy
Serve as the Health Policy Subject Matter Expert for value-based payment models and related initiatives
Manage staffing, recruitment, finances, and operations for the program
Assist in business development to expand the current portfolio
Lead and assist with technical and business proposals, including pricing models
Benefits
Competitive compensation and 401(k) with employer contributions
Flexible paid time off and hybrid work arrangements
Comprehensive health coverage including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
Curated in-office experience to foster community and innovation
Opportunities for community engagement through Sparksoft Cares
Training and development programs for skill growth and leadership preparation
Collaborative and transparent workplace culture recognized as a Great Place to Work®
Full Job Description
ROLE & RESPONSIBILITIES:
Provides leadership, oversight, and direction for the program, comprising of 60+ employees and multiple subcontractor organizations
Lead the growth of the portfolio of up to $100 million projects
Leads and supports development and execution of corporate and portfolio growth strategy and provides thought leadership in achieving the mission and vision of the organization
Will serve as the Health Policy SME for the program and stakeholders for value-based payment models, Fraud, waste and abuse analytics, quality measures reporting and other clinical or patient safety initiatives
Oversees and manages staffing, recruitment/talent acquisition, finances, ROI, profitability, and operations for the program
Will assist in business development and capture efforts to help grow the current portfolio of the program
Leads/supports/assists with proposals- technical and business and staffing/pricing models
Manages and oversees stakeholder communication (internal and external) and collaborates with Recipients/Participants, CMS; provides recommendations, training, and expert assistance to stakeholders as needed
Provides expert guidance and policy direction to the team and client on key policy decisions and approaches. Works actively with the analytics team in designing the analytics approach for the models and compliance and monitoring/auditing strategy for the model participants
As the program director, oversees coordination of personnel and resources required to successfully complete projects. Prepares budget, directs staffing, recruitments and client/stakeholder communication
Directs staffing of project and is responsible for notification of staff substitutions
Will achieve operational objectives by contributing information and recommendations to strategic plans and reviews, leads and/or participates in strategic planning activities, and analyzes new and complex project-related problems
Will create innovative solutions that involve the schedule, technology, methodology, tolls, solutions components, and financial management of the project. Monitors conflict of interest compliance requirements advises on improvements and recommendations
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE:
The ideal candidate will have 15+ years of experience leading large Healthcare portfolios at the federal level, or through a contracting environment
Must have supervisory experience
Must have experience supporting and managing large contracts at CMS (Centers for Medicare and Medicaid).
A background in Health Informatics is ideal for success in this position
Must be willing to commute to our Columbia, MD office at least 3 days/ week.
Candidates must be able to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance
Candidates must have lived in the United States 3 out of the past 5 years
PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:
Experience working at CMS as a Director / Deputy Director in CMS CPI; CMS CCIIO and / or CMS OIT departments/Offices.
EDUCATION & CERTIFICATIONS:
Must have a Bachelors degree in business, project management, healthcare informatics, or related field.
Active PMP certification or able to get PMP certification within 6 months upon joining.
The pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. In addition to our competitive base pay, Sparksoft offers health insurance, paid time off, 401K matching, and training. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, or other laws.
Maryland Pay Range
$160,000-$210,000 USD
WHAT WE OFFER:
At Sparksoft, we know that people do their best work when they feel supported, inspired, and connected. That's why we've built a workplace that balances comprehensive benefits with a culture of collaboration and innovation. From flexible time off to professional growth opportunities, we're committed to helping you thrive both inside and outside of work. When you join Sparksoft, you'll enjoy:
Competitive compensation and a 401(k) with employer contributions to help you plan for the future
Flexible paid time off and hybrid ways of working that support true work-life balance
Comprehensive health coverage-including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
A curated in-office experience designed to foster community, team connections, and innovation
Opportunities to give back through Sparksoft Cares, including annual company-wide fundraising events
Training and development programs that build new skills and prepare you for leadership roles
A collaborative, transparent, and fun culture-recognized as a Great Place to Work®
