DEPUTY CHIEF, CENTER FOR STI PREVENTION

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MDH, Prevention and Health Promotion Administration, Center for STI Prevention, Baltimore, MD

The mission of the Maryland Department of Health, Prevention and Health Promotion Administration is to protect, promote and improve the health and well-being of all Marylanders and their families through provision of public health efforts in partnership with local health departments, providers, community based organizations, and public and private sector agencies, giving special attention to at-risk and vulnerable populations.

The mission of the Center for Sexually Transmitted Infection Prevention (CSTIP) is to prevent and reduce sexually transmitted infections (STIs) in Maryland by conducting and overseeing statewide surveillance, field/partner services, technical assistance, and strategies related to pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP). Preventing STIs and their complications is essential for improving both sexual and reproductive health and preventing HIV transmission.

The main purpose of this position is to function as a Program Administrator in Center for Sexually Transmitted Infection Prevention (CSTIP), serving as Deputy to the Chief of CSTIP, supervising Field/Partner Services, Surveillance, Evaluation/Quality Improvement, and Epidemiology staff. The position has responsibilities for the following activities:

• Oversees statewide partner services disease investigation, PrEP navigation services, surveillance and epidemiology activities, and program evaluation to help direct statewide program functions and improve the efficiency, effectiveness and capacity of state and local interventions;
• Interprets statewide disease rates and trends and makes recommendations for policy decisions and funding;
• Oversees state-funded PrEP activities and works to integrate these services more fully with partner services;
• Leads quality improvement and quality assurance efforts and implements strategies for performance improvement;
• Serves as lead for the PRISM surveillance and case management data system in Maryland;
• Collaborates with other states/jurisdictions nationwide in order to identify and implement strategies for program improvement;
• Participates in cross-center program collaboration and service integration initiatives;
• Contributes objectives and performance measure reports and coordinates the preparation and submittal of the STI and HIV CDC Cooperative Agreement applications and reports; and,
• Serves to enhance reserve capacity for emergency response.

This position reports to the Chief of Center for STI Prevention.

Qualified candidates must possess a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university and 6 year of professional health service experience, including 3 at a supervisory or managerial level.  Candidates must also possess at least 2 years of experience related to public health program coordination and/or service delivery.

Preferred candidates should possess the following:

• Experience in working in local or state health departments;
• Experience in collaborating with national partners;
• Experience in partner services, surveillance, epidemiology;
• Knowledge of sexual and reproductive health issues;
• Knowledge and experience in PrEP issues;
• Knowledge and experience in quality improvement and quality assurance activities; and,
• Prior experience in PRISM, REDCAP, MAVEN, and/or CAREWARE.

This is a Management Service position, and serves at the pleasure of the Appointing Authority.  A resume must accompany your application.

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. 

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 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.