PROGRAM ADMINISTRATOR II Health Services

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The Maryland Department of Health (MDH)'s Prevention and Health Promotion Administration (PHPA)'s Maternal and Child Health Bureau (MCHB)'s mission is to protect, promote and improve the health and well-being of all women, newborns, children, and adolescents in Maryland. MCHB programs and activities strive to strengthen and support the Maternal and Child Health infrastructure, as well as ensure the availability and accessibility of preventive and primary care services for women, children, and adolescents. This position will provide leadership for the Children and Youth with Special Health Care Needs (CYSHCN) Title V Program in the Office for Genetics and People with Special Health Care Needs (OGPSHCN). The foundation of Maryland Title V programs is the federal Title V Maternal and Child Health Block Grant Program. Utilizing public health expertise, this position will play a key role in the strategic planning and implementation of priorities for CYSHCN, under the federal Title V Maternal and Child Health Block Grant Program. This position will also serve as a liaison between OGPSHCN, and both its internal and external partners, in order to further the population-based and infrastructure building efforts for CYSHCN. Additionally, this position will oversee the grants administration process for funding provided to Local Health Departments and community-based organizations which are focused on CYSHCN priorities. Furthermore, this position will work closely with OGPSHCN and MCHB leadership to develop and implement the annual State Title V Strategic Action Plan, including the preparation and submission of the annual report and application. This plan is the State’s strategic action plan to improve the lives of approximately 250,000 children and youth with special health care needs. In addition, this position will coordinate grantee and stakeholder meetings; develop and present outreach and education materials to diverse audiences; and, could be asked to represent OGPSHCN on advisory councils and committees. Finally, this position will be responsible for the development and implementation of projects, in furtherance of selected Title V national performance measures, including Health Care Transition, Medical Home, and others. This position will integrate principles of Family Professional Partnerships (FPP) and Family-Centered Care across all projects.

Education: A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Nursing, Social Work, Psychology, Education, Counseling, or a related field.

Experience: Six years of professional experience in health services, three years of which must have been in Health Services professional clinical or administrative services in areas other than Mental Health, Developmental Disabilities or Addictions, and three years of which must have been at the managerial or supervisory level.

Notes: 

1. Candidates may substitute the possession of a Master’s degree or a Doctorate degree in a health or human services field from an accredited college or university for up to two years of the required general experience.

2. Candidates may substitute the possession of a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in another field, plus an additional year of professional experience in health services, for the required education.

3. Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a Commissioned Officer in Health Care Administration classifications or Health Services Administration specialty codes in the health-related field of work, on a year-for-year basis, for the required experience and education.

The desired candidate should have federal grant experience, as well as professional experience in the area of Public Health, specifically the Maternal and Child Health field. The desired candidate should also have experience managing projects, including developing work plans and overseeing budgets.

Applicants who meet the minimum (and selective) qualifications will be included in further evaluation. The evaluation may be a rating of your application, based on your education, training and experience, as they relate to the requirements of the position. Therefore, it is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application. 

Please report all related education, experience, dates, and hours of work. Clearly indicate your college degree and major on your application, if applicable. For education obtained outside the U.S., any job offer will be contingent on the candidate providing an evaluation for equivalency by a foreign credential evaluation service prior to starting employment (and may be requested prior to interview). 

Complete applications must be submitted by the closing date. Information submitted after this date will not be added. 

Incorrect application forms will not be accepted. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.

Candidates may remain on the certified eligible list for a period of at least one year. The resulting certified eligible list for this recruitment may be used for similar positions in this, or other, State agencies.

STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS

Online applications are highly recommended. However, if you are unable to apply online, the paper application (and supplemental questionnaire) may be submitted to MDH, Recruitment and Selection Division, 201 W. Preston St., Room 114-B, Baltimore, MD 21201. Paper application materials must be received by 5 pm, close of business, on the closing date for the recruitment, no postmarks will be accepted.

If additional information is required, the preferred method is to upload. If you are unable to upload, please fax the requested information to, 410-333-5689. Only additional materials which are required will be accepted for this recruitment. All additional information must be received by the closing date and time.

For questions regarding this recruitment, please contact the MDH Recruitment and Selection Division, at 410-767-1251.

If you are having difficulty with your user account or have general questions about the online application system, please contact the MD Department of Budget and Management, Recruitment and Examination Division, at 410-767-4850 or Application.Help@maryland.gov. 

Appropriate accommodations for individuals with disabilities are available upon request by calling: 410-767-1251 or MD TTY Relay Service, at 1-800-735-2258.

We thank our Veterans for their service to our country.

People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.

As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruitment, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State's diversity.