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PUBLIC INFORMATION ACT MANAGER

ADMINISTRATOR III

Recruitment #24-002588-0018

Introduction

GRADE

18

LOCATION OF POSITION

MDH, Office of Communications, Baltimore, MD

Main Purpose of Job

The main purpose of this position is to receive and respond to Public Information Act Requests for the Maryland Department of Health. This position also provides assistance to the Director and Deputy of Communications, Secretary’s Chief of Staff, and as needed to the Secretary, Deputy Secretaries, and Program Directors, with regard to Public Information Act requests that may have an impact on the Department of Health and its programs/services provided.

This job will lead Maryland Department of Health’s response to all public information act requests. This includes receiving, collecting and responding to PIAs on behalf of all administrations within the department. These responses must all meet legal obligations in both transparency and protecting patient privacy by ensuring compliance with applicable federal and state law. As such, this position must work closely with the MDH Privacy Officer, and staff in the Office of the Attorney General to ensure appropriate redaction of records.

The Department receives 100s of PIAs a year with more than 10,000 pages released to requestors on an annual basis. This individual will be expected to track reception and responses to ensure compliance with the law. This position also will lead other PIA officers within Department administrations to ensure proper response to all requests.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a high school equivalency certificate.

Experience: Six years of administrative staff or professional work.

Notes:

1. Candidates may substitute 30 college credit hours from an accredited college or university for each year up to four years of the required experience.

2. Candidates may substitute the possession of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university and two years of experience in administrative staff or professional work for the required experience.

3. Candidates may substitute the possession of a Master's degree from an accredited college or university for the required experience.

4. Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a commissioned officer involving staff work related to the administration of rules, regulations, policy, procedures and processes, or overseeing or coordinating unit operations or functioning as a staff assistant to a higher ranking commissioned officer on a year-for-year basis for the required experience.

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Preferred candidates should possess the following:

  • Experience with the Public Information Act.
  • Experience providing professional responses to PIA requests.
  • A legal background, through education or work experience.
  • Knowledge of legal obligations regarding patient information and compliance.
  • Experience with Microsoft Excel or similar tracking software.

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.

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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