Position Information

NY HELPSNo

55-b/c EligibleNo

AgencyHealth, Department of

TitleHealth Program Administrator 3 - 80347

Occupational CategoryAdministrative or General Management

Salary Grade27

Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)

Salary RangeFrom $111708 to $137590 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Permanent

InternshipNo

Jurisdictional Class Competitive Class

Travel Percentage 0%

Schedule

Workweek Mon-Fri

Hours Per Week 37.5

Workday

From 9 AM

To 5 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? Yes

Location

County Albany

Street Address Office of Health Insurance Programs/Division of Drug Policy and Rebate Management/Bureau of Rebate Management

99 Washington Ave

City Albany

StateNY

Zip Code12210

Job Specifics

Duties Description The Health Program Administrator 3 is in the Office of Health Insurance Programs, within the Division of Drug Policy & Rebate Management, in the Bureau of Rebate Management. The Health Program Administrator 3 will provide operational oversight for the State’s Medicaid pharmacy rebate and supplemental rebate programs, including coordination of rebate operations, manufacturer negotiations, vendor oversight, rebate collection activities, and related program functions. The position will oversee program administration, contract management, pharmaceutical manufacturer engagement, and staff responsible for rebate operations and program support activities. Under the supervision of the Pharmacy Manager, the Health Program Administrator 3 will oversee State pharmacy rebate collection and supplemental rebate initiatives, ensuring effective coordination of program operations, compliance activities, reporting functions, and manufacturer relations in support of program goals and objectives. Specific duties include: Oversee and coordinate manufacturer negotiations for supplemental rebate agreements, including development of negotiation strategies, review of agreement terms, preparation of counter offers, and management of ongoing manufacturer relationships in coordination with legal counsel and contract management staff; Direct and oversee rebate program operations, including supplemental rebate administration, manufacturer engagement, rebate invoicing, collections, reconciliation, compliance monitoring, and related reporting activities to support achievement of program objectives; Oversee the review and analysis of pharmacy utilization, rebate, and program performance data to assess the financial impact of drugs and therapies and support program decision-making, rebate negotiations, and operational planning; Supervise professional and support staff engaged in rebate operations, manufacturer relations, invoicing, collections, reconciliation, dispute resolution, reporting, and compliance activities, including assigning work, establishing priorities, monitoring performance, and providing technical guidance; Oversee the identification, investigation, and resolution of drug manufacturer invoice disputes and other high-risk operational issues; develop and implement operational procedures and escalation protocols to ensure compliance with program requirements and timely issue resolution; Oversee the maintenance of program documentation, operational records, accounts receivable monitoring, and CMS reporting activities to ensure transparency, audit readiness, and compliance with federal and State requirements.

Minimum Qualifications Permanent Transfer Candidates: Current NYS Department of Health employee with one year of permanent or contingent-permanent, competitive, service as a Health Program Administrator 3, SG-27, and eligible to transfer under Section 70.1 or Section 52.6 of the NYS Civil Service Law OR Current NYS employee with one year of permanent or contingent-permanent, competitive, service in a title SG-25 or higher and eligible to transfer under Section 70.1 or Section 52.6 of the NYS Civil Service Law.

Preferred Qualifications: Experience overseeing Medicaid pharmacy rebate and/or supplemental rebate program operations, including rebate invoicing, collections, reconciliation, compliance monitoring, and reporting.
Experience coordinating pharmaceutical manufacturer negotiations, reviewing agreement terms, developing negotiation strategies, and managing manufacturer relationships.
Experience supervising professional and support staff, including assigning work, establishing priorities, monitoring performance, and providing technical guidance.
Experience overseeing contracts, vendors, and program-related activities, including identifying and resolving disputes or other high-risk operational issues.
Experience analyzing pharmacy utilization, rebate, and program performance data to support program decision-making, operational planning, and financial analysis.

Additional Comments When reviewing qualifications, omissions and vagueness cannot be interpreted in the candidate’s favor. Candidates are responsible for providing accurate and clear descriptions of their experience demonstrating how they meet the minimum qualifications.

The NYS Department of Health is committed to making New York a safer, healthier, and more equitable place to live. Understanding health equity, social determinants of health and health disparities is critical to accomplish our goal of eliminating health disparities. For more information on the NYS Department of Health’s Mission, Vision, Values and Strategic Plan, please visit: https://health.ny.gov/commissioner/index.htm

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How to Apply

Name Human Resources Management Group, EW/HPA3/80347

Telephone 518-486-1812

Fax 518-473-3395

Email Address resume@health.ny.gov

Address

Street Corning Tower, Empire State Plaza, Room 2217

City Albany

State NY

Zip Code 12237

 

Notes on Applying Please submit your resume and cover letter as one (1) document, preferably in PDF format, by email to resume@health.ny.gov, with Reference EW/HPA3/80347 included in the subject line or by mail to Human Resources Management Group, EW/HPA3/80347, Rm 2217, Corning Tower Building, Empire State Plaza, Albany, NY 12237-0012, or by fax to (518) 473-3395. Failure to include the required information may result in your resume not being considered for this position.