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Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS)

Opening Date: October 21, 2026

Closing Date: November 3, 2026

Job Class Code: 4157 

Grade: 28 (47)

Salary: $69,180.80 - $98,280.00 per year

Position Number: 02000-2563

Location: Augusta

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Currently, this position is not eligible for visa sponsorship or STEM OPT extensions.

This position allows for partial telework with management approval.

Job Description:

The Division of Licensing and Certification (DLC) provides regulatory oversight of medical facilities, long-term care facilities, and providers of community-based care in Maine. The Certificate of Need (CON) is a regulatory program authorized by state statutes within DLC that requires certain types of healthcare providers to obtain state approval before making major changes to the healthcare landscape.

As the Certificate of Need (CON) Program Manager, you will:

•        Review projects submitted by providers based on MaineCare reimbursement principles to determine if they comply with the purposes of the Certificate of Need Act.

•        Conduct necessary prior approvals for Residential Care Facility projects, including ownership changes, improvements, and new facility developments.

•        Host informal consultation and technical assistance meetings with applicants throughout the application and review process to provide guidance on application requirements and an overview of regulatory requirements.

•        Draft and publish notices of public hearings in compliance with state statutes, participate in the hearings for proposed projects, and collect and summarize public comments submitted.

•        Conduct thorough financial analyses of proposed projects to provide recommendations and draft briefing memorandums for review by DHHS senior leadership.

•        Prepare and submit annual and ad hoc program reports to the Maine State Legislature and DHHS senior leadership.

•        Conduct subsequent reviews when substantial changes are necessary to a project after a CON has been issued.

•        Collaborate with the Office of Attorney General, MaineCare, and other DHHS offices as needed regarding the financial impact of proposed projects.

•        Monitor and draft testimony on proposed legislative actions regarding the CON Program.

•        Develop and revise CON program policies following Maine’s rulemaking process.

•        Post and maintain CON application materials, documents, and reports on the DLC website for public access.

Minimum Qualifications:

A Master's Degree in Finance, Business Administration, Economics, Health Care Administration, or related field and four (4) years of experience in the economic analysis or regulation of the health care industry. Equivalent related experience may be substituted for education on a year-for-year basis.

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Agency information:

The Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is dedicated to promoting health, safety, resilience, and opportunity for Maine people. The Department provides health and social services to approximately a third of the State's population, including children, families, older Mainers, and individuals with disabilities, mental illness, and substance use disorders. The Department also promotes public health, operates two state psychiatric hospitals, and provides oversight to health care providers.

The mission of the Division of Licensing and Certification is to ensure Maine’s citizens receive quality and effective health care and social services by developing and applying regulatory standards that help people have safe and appropriate outcomes.

Application Information:

For questions about this position, please contact James Moorhead, COO at James.Moorhead@Maine.gov 

Please submit all documents or files in PDF format.

To request a paper application, please contact Mandy Hernandez at Mandy.Hernandez@Maine.gov

Benefits of working for the State of Maine:

No matter where you work across Maine state government, you find employees who embody our state motto—"Dirigo" or "I lead"—as they provide essential services to Mainers every day. We believe in supporting our workforce's health and wellbeing with a valuable total compensation package, including:

• Work-Life Fit – Rest is essential. Take time for yourself using 13 paid holidays and 3+ weeks of vacation leave annually. Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service, and overtime-exempt employees receive personal leave. When you or immediate members of your family are ill, utilize 12 days of sick leave per year.
• Health Insurance Coverage – The State of Maine pays 85%-95% of employee-only premiums ($12,213.60 - $13,650.48 annual value), depending on salary. Use this chart to find the premium costs for you and your family, including the percentage of dependent coverage paid by the State.
• Health Insurance Premium Credit – Participation decreases employee-only premiums by 5%. Visit the Office of Employee Health and Wellness for more information about program requirements.
• Dental Insurance – The State of Maine pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums ($365.28 annual value). 
• Retirement Plan – The State contributes the equivalent of 18.86% of the employee's pay towards the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS), on behalf of the employee.
• Gym Membership Reimbursement – Improve overall health with regular exercise and receive up to $40 per month to offset this expense.
• Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts – Set aside money pre-tax to help pay for out-of-pocket health care expenses and/or daycare expenses.
• Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness – The State of Maine is a qualified employer for this federal program. For more information, visit the Federal Student Aid office.
• Living Resources Program – Navigate challenging work and life situations with our employee assistance program.
• Parental leave is one of the most important benefits for any working parent. All employees who are welcoming a child—including non-birthing and adoptive parents—receive six weeks of fully paid parental leave. Additional, unpaid leave may also be available, under the Family and Medical Leave Act.
• Voluntary Deferred Compensation – Save additional pre-tax funds for retirement in a MaineSaves 457(b) account through payroll deductions.

State employees are eligible for an extensive and highly competitive benefits package, covering many aspects of wellness. Learn about additional wellness benefits for State employees from the Office of Employee Health and Wellness.

Note: Benefits may vary somewhat according to specific collective bargaining agreements and are prorated for anything less than full-time.

There's a job and then there's purposeful, transformative work. Our aim is to create a workplace where you can learn, grow, and continuously refine your skills. Applicants demonstrate job requirements in differing ways, and we appreciate that many skills and backgrounds can make people successful in this role. 

As an Equal Opportunity employer, Maine State Government embraces a culture of respect and awareness. We are committed to creating a strong sense of belonging for all team members, and our process ensures an inclusive environment to applicants of all backgrounds including diverse race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity, physical or mental disability, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, familial status or genetics. 

If you’re looking for a great next step, and want to feel good about what you do, we’d love to hear from you. Please note reasonable accommodations are provided to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.

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