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HEALTH EQUITY RESOURCE COMMUNITY PROGRAM MANAGER

PROGRAM MANAGER I

Recruitment #24-005476-0048

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Introduction

GRADE

19

LOCATION OF POSITION

MDH, Community Health Resources Commission, Annapolis, MD

Main Purpose of Job

The Program Manager for the Health Equity Resource Communities (HERC) Program is a newly created, senior-level position at the Community Health Resources Commission (CHRC) with significant internal and external facing responsibilities.

The HERC Program was established in recent legislation, the Maryland Health Equity Resource Act, which is designed to distribute state resources to improve health outcomes; expand access to primary care; reduce avoidable hospital utilization; and help promote health equity in the state. The HERC Program represents new and ongoing statutory responsibilities for the CHRC. 

The HERC Program Manager must have demonstrated experience working with underserved communities and minority populations that face health disparities. The candidate should have experience in leading large, complex initiatives or coalitions that promote health equity and ameliorate the impact of Social Determinants of Health. 

The HERC Program Manager is responsible for directing, coordinating and overseeing all aspects of programing of the Health Equity Resource Communities grants to ensure that the grantees meeting the overall policy objective of the HERC program; establishing grantee procedures for programs; overseeing implementation of the programs; evaluating program goals, standards and controls to meet program objectives. 

The HERC Program Manager is responsible for providing strategic and programmatic oversight of the HERC Program; assisting in the development of short- and long-term plans for the Program and grantees selected for funding; holding grantees accountable for performance; and leading a multi-year program evaluation that includes both quantitative and qualitative data analysis. 

The position is responsible for assisting with the development legislative reports, position papers, impact statements, and ensuring that the CHRC meets legislative mandates under the Maryland Health Equity Resource Act.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION:  A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.  An advanced degree in public health, health care administration, or public policy/public administration is preferred.

EXPERIENCE:  At least four years of program administration, grant monitoring and performance measurement, or other experiences in public or health care administration. 

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Preferred candidates should possess the following:

  • Demonstrated communications and research skills and producing high-level reports for external audiences;
  • Demonstrated experience leading complex, public health initiatives that involve coalitions;
  • Significant work with underserved communities and minority populations;
  • Demonstrated experience implementing or managing projects/programs that promote health equity, programs that address Social Determinants of Health, etc.

SELECTION PROCESS

This is a Management Service position, and serves at the pleasure of the Appointing Authority.  A cover letter and resume must accompany your application.  The cover letter and resume must be uploaded, in one file, under the resume section of the 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

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.

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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.



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