Associate Vice President of Provider Contracts and Negotiations

Pay Plan Title: Unit Director

Working Title: Associate Vice President of Provider Contracts and Negotiations

FLSA Status: Exempt

Posting Salary Range: $87,652 - $117,232

Office Location: Remote within North Carolina

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Make an Impact

Trillium Health Resources is a Tailored Plan and Managed Care Organization (MCO) serving 46 counties across North Carolina. We manage services for individuals with serious mental health needs, substance use disorders, traumatic brain injuries, and intellectual/development (IDD) disabilities. Our mission is to help individuals and families build strong foundations for healthy, fulfilling lives.

Why Work for Us?

Trillium believes that empowering others begins with supporting our team. We offer our employees:

• A collaborative, mission-driven work environment
• Competitive benefits and work-from-home options for most positions
• Opportunities for professional growth in a diverse inclusive culture

Every day, our work changes lives – from children thriving through early intervention and school-based therapies, to adults with severe mental illness living independently and contributing to their communities.

If you are looking for a unique opportunity to make a tangible impact on the lives of others, apply today!

What We’re Looking For

Trillium Health Resources has a career opening for an Associate Vice President (AVP) of Provider Contracts and Negotiations to join our Network team!

This is a leadership role responsible for overseeing all contractual development, negotiations, and management of contracts for Trillium Health Resources. The AVP will lead a team of contract professionals while managing complex, high-value agreements that directly impact organizational operations and financial performance.

This role demands extensive experience with North Carolina Medicaid systems, including Tailored Plans, Medicaid Direct and behavioral health/IDD service, and physical health delivery models. The AVP must be a proven leader capable of building, mentoring, and directing a high-performing contracts team while excelling in high-pressure environments with aggressive timelines. This position requires strategic thinking, exceptional negotiation skills, meticulous attention to contract details, and a deep understanding of healthcare regulations and compliance requirements.

On a typical day, you might:

• Establish the strategic direction of the Contract and Negotiation unit, ensuring alignment with Trillium’s priorities and requirements of outside agencies.
• Develop and execute large-scale contract management projects.
• Oversee contract renewal processes and renegotiation strategies.
• Work with multiple internal departments to negotiate provider rates, manage contract disputes and resolutions, and ensure all contracts comply with healthcare regulations, accreditation standards, and organizational policies.
• Lead complex negotiations for high-value contracts, including payer agreements and strategic alliances

Employee Benefits:

Trillium knows that work/life balance is essential. That’s why we offer:

• Typical working hours: 8:30 am – 5:00 pm
• Work-from-home options available for most positions
• Health Insurance with no premium for employee coverage
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• 24 days of Paid Time Off (PTO) plus 12 paid holidays in your first year
• NC Local Government Retirement Pension (defined-benefit plan) https://www.myncretirement.gov/systems-funds/local-governmental-employees-retirement-system-lgers/lgers-handbook [https://www.myncretirement.gov/systems-funds/local-governmental-employees-retirement-system-lgers/lgers-handbook]
• 401k with 5% employer match and immediate vesting
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) qualifying employer
• Quarterly stipend for remote work supplies

Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in Public/Health Administration/Policy/Management, Business, Human Resources, Law, Contracting or Human Services field and three (3) years of experience directly with NC Medicaid specifically in regards to leading, managing, or directing contract negotiation, contract management/administration, government contracting, healthcare contracting, mergers/acquisitions, contracts project management, negotiation strategies, contract drafting, or contract maintenance and resolution large healthcare systems, facilities, single case agreements, vendor and ancillary contracts.  And two (2) years of supervisory experience managing two (2) or more employees. And knowledge of Medicare/Medicaid reimbursement structures.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.
• Must reside within North Carolina.
• Must be able to travel within catchment as required.

Preferred:

• Advanced degree in Public Administration, Public Policy, Health Administration, Healthcare Management, Business, or Juris Doctor degree.
• Certified Professional Contracts Manager (CPCM) or comparable.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification or comparable.
• Fully licensed in the State of North Carolina as an LCSW, LCMHC, LCMHCS, LPA or LMFT.
• Deadline for Application: open until filled

How to Apply

To be considered, submit your application and resume through our ADP Career Center. Your resume must include:

• Employer name, dates of service (month/year), average hours worked per week, and essential job duties
• Education details (degree type, date awarded, institution, field of study)
• Licensure/certification information, if applicable

After submission, your resume will be reviewed to ensure it meets the essential criteria for the position. You’ll be notified by HR regarding your application status as appropriate. All applicants will receive a final update once the recruitment cycle closes.

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Trillium Health Resources is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and a drug-free workplace. All candidates must pass a drug test as a condition of employment.

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