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Commonwealth of Pennsylvania |
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POSITION DESCRIPTION FOR JOB POSTING |
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Position Number: 00071300 |
Description Activated On: 4/28/2026 9:37:20 AM |
Position Purpose: Describe the primary purpose of this position and how it contributes to the organization’s objectives. Example: Provides clerical and office support within the Division to ensure its operations are conducted efficiently and effectively. This position plans and directs the work of a staff of program professionals who develop policy and procedures, analyze and evaluate existing policy and procedures, State and Federal regulations and assess their impact on the provision of effective and efficient long-term living services to individuals in the community. Policy responsibilities include policy development, assistance in promulgation and maintenance of regulations and program development in response to federal and state statutory, federal regulatory and judicial decision requirements and program initiatives. |
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Description of Duties: Describe in detail the duties and responsibilities assigned to this position. Descriptions should include the major end result of the task. Example: Types correspondence, reports, and other various documents from handwritten drafts for review and signature of the supervisor. Direct and provide guidance to staff in their work of developing, advancing and supporting the Office of Long-Term Living’s (OLTL) Medicaid managed care Waivers and state-funded home and community-based programs. Work closely with the Bureau Director and guide staff on new initiatives assigned to the Division of Policy Development and Analysis including operationalizing OLTL objectives, policies and procedures; interpreting policies and regulations from Federal and State government agencies; writing bulletins/directives consistent with OLTL objectives, policies and procedures; and evaluating OLTL objectives and operations linked to statewide administration of the Medicaid Waivers and state-funded home and community-based programs. Oversee the development and implementation of statewide initiatives on issues such as financial management services, participant direction, home modifications, and service coordination procedures. Maintains and communicates budget-related reports and letters and is a liaison within the bureau of policy between stakeholders and the Commonwealth. To support OLTL policy and promote a common understanding of OLTL principles, serve as a resource and direct staff who serve as a resource to the Bureaus of Quality and Program Analytics, Coordinated and Integrated Care, and Finance in their day-to-day functions that involve the implementation of policy, program and service delivery procedures. Prepares correspondence and reports in relation to Right to Know Law requests and communication on ongoing cases within the bureau. Direct the development, implementation and maintenance of standardized policies and procedures to ensure the effective and consistent management of OLTL programs and requirements. Support the coordination of waiver renewals, amendments and work plan objectives at the Bureau level. Work with appropriate Bureaus, service providers and stakeholder groups in the development of program bulletins/directives, guidelines and handbooks for programs managed within the Bureau to assure compliance with state and federal requirements, prevent duplication, and promote utilization of existing resources and services. As assigned, represent the agency and/or the Bureau at meetings with participants, providers, stakeholders, and local, state and federal government staff members. Performs other related duties as required. |
Decision Making: Describe the types of decisions made by the incumbent of this position and the types of decisions referred to others. Identify the problems or issues that can be resolved at the level of this position, versus those that must be referred to the supervisor. Example: In response to a customer inquiry, this work involves researching the status of an activity and preparing a formal response for the supervisor’s signature. Decisions regarding the detailed implementation and timing of day-to-day job duties are nearly always made independently by the incumbent. Discretion is used in referring to the Division Director those decisions which are sensitive or unusual decisions or may have a precedent-setting impact. |
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Requirements Profile: Identify any specific experience or requirements, such as a licensure, registration, or certification, which may be necessary to perform the functions of the position. Position-specific requirements should be consistent with a Special Requirement or other criteria identified in the classification specification covering this position. Example: Experience using Java; Professional Engineer License Experience: Licenses, registrations, or certifications: 1. N/A 2. N/A 3. N/A 4. 5. 6. |
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Essential Functions: Provide a list of essential functions for this position. Example: Transports boxes weighing up to 60 pounds.
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