Healthcare Licensing and Surveys Administrator 2026-01078
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Healthcare Licensing and Surveys Administrator 2026-01078
Salary
$9,754.66 - $10,838.51 Monthly
Location
Cheyenne, WY
Job Type
At-Will Full-Time
Job Number
2026-01078
Department
Department Of Health
Division
Cheyenne and County Offices
Opening Date
04/16/2026
Closing Date
Continuous
FLSA
Exempt
Job Classification
EXMT02
Description
Benefits
Questions
Description and Functions
Open Until Filled
GENERAL DESCRIPTION:
The State Survey Agency Director/Administrator leads the Office of Healthcare Licensing and Survey (OHLS) to ensure all operating healthcare facilities meet minimum standards for delivering safe and high-quality care. The at-will position acts as the State healthcare licensure authority and oversees Medicare and Medicaid certification and compliance with Conditions of Participation on behalf of the federal Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS).
Human Resource Contact: wdhrecruit@wyo.gov
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function that may be performed in the job level.
Federal Certification Oversight:Oversee all Federal certification activities to ensure CMS State Performance Standards and CLIA surveys for health and life safety are met. This includes coordinating concerns with CMS, approving Civil Monetary Penalty (CMP) projects, and representing the Wyoming State Survey Agency at CMS meetings.
State Licensure Activities:Manage state licensure activities, including the survey process, construction plan review and inspections, rulemaking, and legislation. Coordinate legal questions and concerns with the Attorney General's office.
Stakeholder Engagement:Facilitate ongoing communication and meetings with various stakeholders, including Medicaid, WDH Epidemiology, LTC Ombudsman, and various Healthcare Associations. This includes conducting formal regulatory updates and training presentations at least twice a year.
Budget Management:Oversee the State general fund and CMS budgets to ensure adequate funding for all federal and state survey activities.
High-Level Decision Making:Make critical decisions regarding adverse actions on healthcare facility licenses, immediate jeopardy decisions for CMS, and staffing requirements. Approve contracts, agreements, and MOUs, and make recommendations for the nursing home Special Focus Facility and the nurse aide abuse registry.
Qualifications
PREFERENCES:
A Bachelor's degree in a health and human services field.
A license or certification as a health care professional.
Five to eight years of work experience specifically in health care facility licensure and certification.
Two to five years of general experience working in the healthcare industry.
KNOWLEDGE:
Licensure and Certification:Comprehensive knowledge of health care facility licensure and certification processes.
Regulatory Framework:Knowledge of federal (CMS) and state healthcare regulations, including rulemaking and legislative processes.
Financial Administration:Knowledge of federal and state budget allocations, purchasing procedures, and contract management.
Clinical Standards:Knowledge of health and life safety standards required for healthcare facility operating environments.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
None - See "Preferences"
Necessary Special Requirements
PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:
The employee may sit comfortably to perform the work; however, there may be some walking, standing, bending, carrying light items, driving an automobile, etc.
NOTES:
FLSA: Exempt
The Wyoming Department of Health is anE-Verify (https://www.e-verify.gov/) employer.
This position is At-Will
Supplemental Information
Click here (https://compensationcalculator.wyo.gov/) to view the State of Wyoming Total Compensation Calculator.
Click here (https://ai.wyo.gov/divisions/human-resources/consultative-services/compensation/pay-tables-salary-averages) to view the State of Wyoming Classification and Pay Structure.
URL: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/wyoming/default.cfm
The State of Wyoming is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively supports the ADA and reasonably accommodates qualified applicants with disabilities.
Class Specifications are subject to change, please refer to the A & I HRD Website to ensure that you have the most recent version.
Working for the State of Wyoming means more than a job - it's a stable, rewarding career that lets you make a difference while enjoying a great quality of life.
Employees enjoy:
Comprehensive health coverage- medical, dental, and vision plans for you and your family
Voluntary Benefits- including life insurance for you and family members, ambulance, pet insurance, short/long-term disability, flex spending and health savings accounts
Multiple retirement options- including the Wyoming Retirement System and a 457B account, helping you plan for long-term financial security
Generous paid leave and flexible schedules- vacation, sick leave, paid FMLA and 11 paid holidays each year
Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility- for those with qualifying student loans
Training and professional development- to support your career growth and advancement
Employee Assistance Program - Includes paid short-term counseling, legal, financial and work-life benefits and select employee discounts
Wellness Program - Earn paid time off and incentives by focusing on your personal health
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