MARYLAND HEALTH CARE COMMISSION PROGRAM MANAGER

MDH, Maryland Health Care Commission, 4160 Patterson Avenue, Baltimore, MD

The Maryland Health Care Commission (MHCC) is seeking a MHCC Program Manager to serve as a Policy and Special Projects Manager for the MHCC to support the legislative and inter-governmental matters and facilitation and support of stakeholder alignment and engagement.  The position will also support communications and press relations. The mission of the MHCC is to plan for health system needs, promote informed decision-making, increase accountability, and improve access in a rapidly changing health care environment by providing timely and accurate information on availability, cost, and quality of services to policy makers, purchasers, providers and the public.   

The position will primarily be responsible for:  

⸰           Assisting the Chief of Government Affairs and Special Projects in preparing materials and  presentations for the Maryland legislature, including draft legislation, position papers, briefing documents, reports, correspondence, and talking points for MHCC staff and Commissioners.

⸰           Supporting MHCC special projects and legislatively mandated studies.  The staff person will write procurement documents, oversee contract deliverables, conduct research on a variety of health policy topics, write reports with actionable recommendations, draft various documents (including correspondence), manage project work plans, and make presentations to executive level staff. 

⸰           Facilitating stakeholder input in MHCC special projects, including work groups mandated by the State legislature.  The staff person will be responsible for including developing relationships, recruiting meeting participants, arranging meetings, sending invitations, preparing and editing material for work group meetings, planning meeting facilitation; taking meeting minutes, posting all public meeting materials to the MHCC website, and maintaining various contact lists.  MHCC stakeholders include hospitals, payers, physicians, consumers, business, post-acute care providers, long-term care facilities, home health, hospice providers, etc.

⸰           Developing broad expertise in policy areas impacting the work of MHCC (including health planning, certificate of need, health information technology, health care quality, price transparency, and health data).  Apply that expertise by participating in meetings with stakeholders, staff in other State agencies, members of the legislature, and others; producing documents; and making presentations to various audiences.

⸰           Presenting to the MHCC Commissioners and other audiences on legislative policy goals, special projects, and other topics as assigned.

⸰           Supporting other members of the team in developing and implementing a strategic communications plan for MHCC. Support other members of the team in coordinating and responding to press inquiries with staff from MHCC, the Maryland Department of Health, and other State Agencies.  Support website redesign project and routinely edit the MHCC website. This position reports to the Chief of Government Affairs and Special Projects.     

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:  

A Master's degree in Health Care Policy, Public Policy, Economics, Health Services Administration or Research, Finance, or a closely related field and two (2) years of experience with health policy research and analysis (including demonstrated experience analyzing quantitative data such as financial data, economic data, claims data, or public health data) is required. A Bachelor’s degree in a field listed in the preceding sentence and three (3) additional years of experience in health policy research and analysis may be substituted for the Master’s degree.  

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:  

Demonstrated knowledge of health policy (including an understanding of regulation of the health care system at the federal and state level and an understanding of health payment reform) An understanding of legislative process (either in Maryland, another State, or the Federal Government). Strong policy and academic research skills. Demonstrated experience analyzing quantitative data such as financial data, claims data, or public health data, and ability to interpret data analysis produced by others. Must be self-motivated and able to work independently with minimal supervision. Organized and able to manage multiple, ongoing projects. Maintain strict confidentiality in dealing with sensitive and controversial issues. Ability to communicate effectively with Commissioners, MHCC staff, industry representatives, policy makers, and the public. Proficient in Microsoft Office (including Excel, PowerPoint, and Word) and Google Suite.  For example, must be able to use advanced Word features (such as automated table of contents and captions). Strong writing and public speaking capabilities are essential.  

The ideal candidate must demonstrate strong organizational and time management skills as the role requires managing multiple projects.  An interest in health policy related to health IT, health data, and/or health facility capital projects is also important.   We are seeking a candidate who actively seeks information and opportunities, proposes solutions to problems, and takes a leadership role in their own development and growth. The candidate will align their work with MHCC's mission, high standards for customer service and work product, and the ethical and political sensitivity that is appropriate for public service.

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.

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 that 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 1-800-735-2258.

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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.