[Hiring] Program Development Coordinator @State of North Carolina

Role Description

The primary purpose of this position is to support the Opioid Treatment Program (OTP) initiative under the Rural Health Transformation Program (RHTP). RHTP is a five-year federal grant awarded by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) to improve healthcare access, quality, and outcomes in rural communities.

• Provide statewide leadership, consultation, and implementation support to expand Medications for Opioid Use Disorder (MOUD) access across rural North Carolina.
• Support Opioid Treatment Programs (OTPs) in partnering with Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHCs), Community Health Centers, and rural provider networks.
• Implement RHTP supported MOUD initiatives, including system planning, provider technical assistance, and regulatory coordination.
• Support rural MOUD access expansion, including satellite OTP units and mobile services.
• Partner with internal teams, providers, LME/MCOs, and other stakeholders to support program implementation.
• Ensure alignment with state and federal requirements and promote high-quality, accessible OTP services.
• Monitor program performance, build stakeholder buy-in, identify implementation challenges, and support solution development.
• Contribute to the overall success and sustainability of OTPs within the broader healthcare continuum.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an appropriately accredited institution.
• Five (5) years of progressively responsible program experience related to the area of assignment.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience may also qualify.

Requirements

• Knowledge of OTP operations, MOUD service delivery and regulations, and FQHC/CHC clinical models.
• Understanding of state and federal MOUD regulations including SAMHSA and DEA requirements.
• Ability to evaluate data, identify gaps, and develop actionable improvements.
• Strong communication, relationship building, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects independently in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a cross-functional team.

Benefits

• Excellent comprehensive benefits including health insurance options.
• Standard and supplemental retirement plans.
• NCFlex program offering numerous high-quality, low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis.
• Paid vacation, sick, and community service leave.
• Paid parental leave available to eligible employees.