Title: State Opioid Treatment Authority (SOTA) Specialist

State Role Title: Prog Admin Specialist II

Hiring Range: Up to $85,000

Pay Band: 5

Agency: Dept Behavioral Health/Develop

Location: Central Office

Agency Website: www.dbhds.virginia.gov

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

The Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services (DBHDS) seeks a qualified individual to serve as a State Opioid Treatment Authority (SOTA) Specialist. This position oversees and coordinates opioid treatment programs (OTPs) across the Commonwealth, ensures compliance with federal and state regulations, provides technical assistance to OTP providers, and collaborates with stakeholders to expand access to evidence-based treatment for opioid use disorder. This position serves as the primary liaison with SAMHSA and other regulatory bodies, monitors program performance, and supports initiatives to improve quality of care and patient outcomes.

Key responsibilities include monitoring OTP performance through data analysis, audits, and site reviews to ensure adherence to standards and improve patient outcomes, collaborating with stakeholders, including healthcare providers, community organizations, and state agencies, to expand access to medication-assisted treatment (MAT), developing and implementing policies, procedures, and training to support OTP operations and enhance service delivery, and preparing reports and maintain accurate documentation for federal and state reporting requirements. This position is a restricted position funded by a federal grant ending September 30, 2026, and is not eligible for layoff benefits per DHRM state policy 1.30. Continued employment in this position beyond the stated end date is contingent upon funding.

Minimum Qualifications

Comprehensive knowledge of opioid use disorder (OUD) treatment, including medication-assisted treatment (MAT) and related federal and state regulations. Knowledge of the disease of addiction, principles of recovery, relapse prevention, and contemporary treatments of opioid use disorders. Experience providing technical assistance or consultation to opioid treatment programs or other substance use disorder treatment providers. Familiarity with SAMHSA guidelines, DEA requirements, and accreditation standards for opioid treatment programs. Ability to interpret and apply complex regulations, policies, and accreditation standards. Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, including proficiency in reviewing data for program performance and compliance.

Additional Considerations

Knowledge of program administration and policy development in a behavioral health or substance use context. Experience working with a government agency or a direct service organization. Experience in clinical service delivery.

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

This position is eligible, however not guaranteed, for telework opportunities; availability, hours, and duration of telework shall be approved as outlined in the Commonwealth telework policy.

For consideration, interested applicants must apply by completing the online application and/or submit a resume. However, emailed, faxed, and hand-delivered applications and/or resumes will not be accepted. Applications must be submitted by 11:55 p.m., on the listed closing date. Reasonable accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during application and/or interview processes per the Americans with Disabilities Act.

DBHDS welcomes all applicants authorized to work in the U.S. For more information on how to seek this authorization, please refer to Working in the United States or contact the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services office directly.

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Contact Information

Name: ShaKiera Miles

Phone: N/A

Email: shakiera.miles@dbhds.virginia.gov - Inquiries Only/No Submissions, to include resumes.

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.