The Massachusetts Department of Public Health, Bureau of Health Care Safety and Quality is seeking a qualifiedPolicy Specialist dedicated to public health, quality of care and safety to support the Bureau’s Offices and Divisions by planning, coordinating, implementing, and monitoring the implementation of key initiatives and mandates. Please note:this is a contract role. The Policy Specialist will analyze the impact of statutes, regulations, policies, and standards. You will manage, organize, maintain, and update existing policies and procedures and evaluate their effectiveness on a continuous basis. Additionally, you will assess the need to develop new regulations or to revise existing regulations, assess the probable impacts (both programmatic and fiscal) of regulatory change, and develop an implementation strategy to ensure compliance with regulations and statutes. Ideal candidates will have experience working in public health administration and a thorough understanding of the Massachusetts regulatory and legislative process. /_Duties and Responsibilities (these duties are a general summary and not all inclusive):_/ * Plan, coordinate, and monitor the implementation of initiatives and mandates for the Bureau’s Divisions and Programs including coordination of policy review and development of written policy briefs. * Coordinate legislative tasks including the tracking of mandated legislative reports; the development of mandated legislative reports in a timely manner to allow for review and submission based on statutory deadlines; monitoring of legislative hearings and tracking of legislation; and development of written comments on pending legislation. * Support the development of Bureau-wide policies and procedures, goals, and objectives. Provide operations, external relations and policy support for Bureau programs and initiatives. * Oversee Bureau related boards and commissions. Ensure proper bureau representation and compliance with regulatory requirements including open meeting law requirements. * Oversee the Bureau’s Public Records group responsible for timely and accurate processing of public record requests. /_Preferred Qualifications:_/ * Working knowledge of health care practice and health care policy, public health administration and Medical care systems and organization * Understanding of Massachusetts regulatory and legislative process, and state and federal regulations governing health care facilities. * Capacity to work under specified deadlines in a dynamic environment. * Strong communication skills including the ability to clearly, concisely, logically, accurately, and persuasively in written, verbal, and visual formats in internal, external and public settings. * Ability to understand, apply and interpret the laws, regulations, policies and standards in Massachusetts, and pertinent federal laws and regulations. * Ability to research information affecting a broad range of substantive topics. /_Contract Period of Service_/ * This is a contract role for 6 months. /_Additional Contract Information:_/ * Benefits are unavailable with the exception of sick leave accruals. * Contracts are renewable, subject to the Department approval, performance, and allocation of funds. * All employees will be paid on a biweekly basis and must have direct deposit. /_DPH Mission Statement:_/ The mission of the Massachusetts Department of Public Health (DPH) is to prevent illness, injury, and premature death, to assure access to high-quality public health and health care services, and to promote wellness and health equity for all people in the Commonwealth. We envision a Commonwealth in which all people enjoy optimal health. According to comparative analyses, Massachusetts ranks among the healthiest of states, but we still face numerous challenges, including chronic and infectious diseases, substance abuse, violence, preventable hospitalizations, and health disparities. /More information can be found at://www.mass.gov/DPH/// *Pre-Hire Process:* A criminal background check will be completed on the recommended candidate as required by the regulations set forth by the Executive Office of Health and Human Services prior to the candidate being hired. For more information, please visit http://www.mass.gov/hhs/cori Education, licensure and certifications will be verified in accordance with the Human Resources Division's Hiring Guidelines. Education and license/certification information provided by the selected candidate(s) is subject to the Massachusetts Public Record Law and may be published on the Commonwealth's website. If you require assistance with the application/interview process and would like to request an ADA accommodation, please click on the link and complete the ADA Reasonable Accommodation Request Form. For questions regarding this requisition, please contact the Executive Office of Health and Human Services Human Resources at 1-800- 510-4122 Ext. #4 First consideration will be given to those applicants that apply within the first 14 days. Minimum Entrance Requirements: None. *Comprehensive Benefits* When you embark on a career with the Commonwealth, you are offered an outstanding suite of employee benefits that add to the overall value of your compensation package. We take pride in providing a work experience that supports you, your loved ones, and your future. Want the specifics? Explore our Employee Benefits and Rewards! An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply. The Commonwealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. Research suggests that qualified women, Black, Indigenous, and Persons of Color (BIPOC) may self-select out of opportunities if they don't meet 100% of the job requirements. We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive to apply for this role. Job: Administrative Services* *Organization: Department of Public Health *Title: *Policy Specialist - Contractor Location: Massachusetts-Boston-250 Washington Street Requisition ID: 240005GP