Executive Director, WA CIE in Portland, Oregon at COMAGINE HEALTH

Comagine Health is a national, mission-driven, nonprofit organization that has engaged in health care quality consulting and quality improvement services for more than 50 years.

We are leaders in assisting front-line providers and engaging health care partners to improve care delivery and patient outcomes.

Our talented remote workforce spans the country and plays a vital role in our success. We go beyond merely providing a remote work option—we support and embrace it. You’ll have the opportunity to make an impact from anywhere in the U.S. while contributing to meaningful improvements in health care delivery and community health outcomes.

Comagine Health is seeking an experienced and strategic leader to serve as the Executive Director, Washington Community Information Exchange (CIE). This role serves as the senior leader and lead project manager for a multi-year partnership with the State of Washington to design, implement, and operationalize a statewide Community Information Exchange.

The Executive Director will provide strategic, operational, and financial oversight to support standardized data exchange, system interoperability, and scalable support for Community Care Hubs across Washington State. This leader will work closely with state agencies, community organizations, technology partners, and internal cross-functional teams to ensure successful delivery aligned with contractual obligations, statewide priorities, and Comagine Health’s mission and values.

• Provide day-to-day leadership and management of the Washington CIE program
• Ensure adequate staffing, regulatory compliance, and adherence to organizational and client policies
• Lead cross-functional teams supporting implementation and operational delivery of the statewide CIE initiative
• Drive achievement of key program objectives, including:
  • Standardization of Health-Related Social Needs (HRSN) service delivery data exchange
  • Interoperability between state, regional, and local technology systems
  • Scalability of Community Care Hub efforts across Washington State
• Build and maintain strong partnerships with state agencies, providers, community organizations, and stakeholders

• Partner with the client, VP of Data Solutions, and organizational leaders to develop and manage project budgets
• Provide oversight of Washington CIE program financials, including subcontractor budgets and resource allocation
• Monitor financial performance and support long-term sustainability planning

• Foster collaboration and alignment across service lines and teams supporting the Washington CIE program
• Support team development through communication, mentorship, and leadership engagement
• Promote organizational values, mission, and culture throughout program operations

Required:

• Master’s degree (MA/MS)
• 10+ years of experience leading high-profile, large-scale engagements with Medicaid programs and/or state health agencies
• 5+ years of leadership and people management experience
• Demonstrated success managing complex, multi-stakeholder initiatives
• Strong operational, strategic, and financial management capabilities
• Excellent communication, relationship-building, and leadership skills

Preferred:

• PMP, PgMP, or related project/program management certification
• Experience with health information exchange, interoperability initiatives, or community-based care coordination models
• Familiarity with Health-Related Social Needs (HRSN) programs and Community Care Hub models

• Advanced Communication
• Advanced Interpersonal & Relationship Skills
• Advanced Professionalism & Integrity
• Advanced Work Ethic and Reliability
• Advanced Results Orientation
• Intermediate Technical Expertise
• Advanced Project & Program Management

• Primarily remote, home-based position
• Requires reliable internet access and a distraction-free workspace
• Frequent use of computers, phones, and virtual communication tools
• Ability to sit for extended periods and occasionally lift up to 10 pounds
• Occasional travel required (approximately 10%)

Reasonable accommodations will be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Comagine Health is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.