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HEALTH OCCUPATIONS INVESTIGATOR II **REPOST**

INVESTIGATOR/INSPECTOR

Recruitment #21-000838-0001

Introduction

RECRUITMENT REPOST. PREVIOUS APPLICANTS NEED NOT REAPPLY.

GRADE

ASTD13

LOCATION OF POSITION

BOARD OF MORTICIANS AND FUNERAL DIRECTORS
4201 PATTERSON AVENUE
BALTIMORE, MD  21215

POSITION DUTIES

The main purpose of this position is to inspect State funeral establishments, which is a mandated function of the Board, Annotated Code of Maryland, Title 7 Mortician’s Act, 7-205(8) and Title 5. There are more than 300 funeral home establishments in Maryland, and many are opened, closed, or sold annually. This position is also responsible for reporting inspection outcomes to the Establishments Committee. This position will review and prepare detailed comprehensive reports on findings of all assigned investigations. The ability to utilize Microsoft Office and create reports is a critical component to this position. This position will examine consumer complaints as they pertain to funeral home establishments/operations, present facts to the Complaint Chair and Committee, and maintain a detailed Complaint Log. This position is also responsible for reporting inspection outcomes to the Establishment Committee Chair and committee members, and coordinate inspection approval letters to be sent to licensees. This position will perform random audits of preneed accounts in order to protect consumer funds.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education:   A Bachelor’s degree in the field of criminal justice, criminology, law enforcement or an allied health field (such as nursing, pharmacy, psychology, social work, nutrition, dietetics, speech pathology, audiology) from an accredited college or university.

Experience: Two years experience conducting criminal investigations, including the preparation of analyses and reports for use in legal proceedings.

Notes:

1. Candidates may substitute additional experience on a year-for-year basis for the required education.

2. Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a commissioned officer in Investigator, Police and Intelligence Specialist classifications or Investigator, Police and Intelligence specialty codes in the criminal investigation field of work on a year-for-year basis for the required experience and education.

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

The preferred candidate should possess:
  • Experience discerning state regulations and statutes to determine if licensed businesses are performing their roles as prescribed by those regulations and statutes 
  • Experience writing reports 
  • Effective communication skills with the public at large 
  • Previous investigative work

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS

Employees in this classification may be assigned duties which require the operation of a motor vehicle. Employees assigned such duties will be required to possess a motor vehicle operator’s license valid in the State of Maryland.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Employees in this classification may be required to have daily use of a motor vehicle while on official State business. Standard mileage allowance will be paid for use of a privately owned vehicle.

SELECTION PROCESS

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.

BENEFITS

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

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.

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.




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