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DIRECTOR, REGULATION & POLICY

DESIGNATED ADMIN MANAGER IV

Recruitment #24-005222-0002

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Introduction

GRADE

22

LOCATION OF POSITION

Maryland Department of Health, Baltimore, MD

Main Purpose of Job

This position functions as the Director of Regulation and Policy for all regulatory/policy administrations under the Maryland Department of Health (MDH), including Maryland’s Medicaid Program, all Public Health Programs, the Office of Health Care Quality, the Developmental Disabilities Administration, the Behavioral Health Administration, and all of Maryland’s health occupations licensing boards.

This important role serves as the agency lead to create, modify, refresh, or retire appropriate Code of Maryland Regulations (COMAR) as a result of legislative or policy changes. This position works collaboratively with units across MDH to research, recommend, and draft policy on health in Maryland. 

This individual mentors MDH unit managers and staff on processes for developing regulations and appropriate content for regulations. This includes providing initial and ongoing regulatory training to staff as needed. In addition, this position is responsible for the evaluation, analysis, research, and development of policies and regulations in accordance with State and Federal guidelines, or sub-regulatory guidance. This role will work collaboratively within MDH to implement updated policy and regulations, including development of reference materials and technical assistance to the agency. 

Through collaboration and coordination with the Deputy Secretary for Public Health Services, Deputy Secretary for Behavioral Health, Deputy Secretary for Developmental Disabilities, Deputy Secretary for Health Care Financing, Chief of Staff and the Secretary, this position oversees and directs the development, evaluation, coordination and promulgation of all regulatory and policy actions with the various administrations of the Department. This position leads priority and routine issues pertaining to regulation and policy development within the Department on behalf of the Secretary; Coordinates with MDH Assistant Attorney General's office and with the local health departments (LHDs), and other State agencies; Oversees relations with the Administrative, Executive, Legislative Review (AELR) Committee and the Secretary of State's Division of State Document and serves as the liaison on behalf of the Secretary to these entities. In addition, this position develops reports and presentations as needed; establishes, coordinates, and conducts individual and group training sessions; and oversees the budget for the Office. 

These activities directly support MDH’s ability to ensure compliance with evolving federal and state legislation and associated regulations.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Qualified candidates must possess a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university, 6 years of professional health or human services experience, including at least 3 years of supervisory experience and at least two years of experience with Maryland health policy.  Candidates must also possess familiarity and experience with Maryland's regulatory process.

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Preferred candidates should possess the following:

  • Advanced degree in law, policy or public administration;
  • Experience with management and health policy experience;
  • Knowledge of health policy issues in Maryland;
  • Familiarity with the Code of Maryland Regulations (COMAR); and,
  • Strong problem solving, writing and communication skills.

SELECTION PROCESS

This is a Political Special Appointment 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.

BENEFITS

The Maryland Department of Health offers the following benefits:

  • Meaningful Work
  • Excellent Health Benefits Package, including Medical, Vision, Prescription and Dental
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (Reduced Child and Health Care)
  • Generous Leave Benefits (6 Personal Days, 12 Regular Holidays, Annual Leave, 15 Sick Days)
  • Retirement
  • Paid Parental Leave 
  • Flexible Work Schedules (where applicable)
  • Free Mass Transit (Baltimore metro area)

For a full list of the benefits of working for the State of Maryland, please click the link below:

STATE OF MARYLAND 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.



Click on a link below to apply for this position:

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View and print the Supplemental Questionnaire. This recruitment requires completion of a supplemental questionnaire. You may view and print the supplemental questionnaire here.
Apply via Paper Application. You may also download and complete the Paper Application here.

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