ADMINISTRATIVE SPECIALIST I

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MDH/Harford County Health Department, Clinical Health Bureau/Infectious Disease Division/Harm Reduction Unit/Syringe Services Capacity Development, Edgewood, Maryland

This position will function as front-line program staff and represent the Harford County Health Department's Harm Reduction Unit, both internally and externally, to individual community members, as well as to partner agencies and organizations.

This position will support the growth and expansion of the Harm Reduction Unit, as it interfaces with clients, co-workers, community members, and external partners, including businesses, law enforcement and local governance representatives, as deemed appropriate by the Division Director and the Program Supervisor.

This position will need to be familiar with, and understand, the rules and regulations of the Infectious Disease Division, as well as understand the laws and policies of our funding agency. This position will also obtain, analyze and interpret data on the needs of our clients and our community, in order to determine if, and in what ways, our program is appropriate. If the program is appropriate for the client or community member, then this position will be responsible for overseeing and assisting the Division's Supervisor with connecting the individual with our program. However, if the program is not appropriate for the individual, then this position will be responsible for ensuring that the individual is referred appropriately. Finally, this position will assist the Infectious Disease Division's Director and Supervisor with the planning, implementation and execution of new and revised programs, including the Syringe Service program, the Naloxone Distribution program and the Fentanyl Test Strips Distribution program.

This position will be required to assist with compiling statistical data by keeping detailed records regarding individual encounters, community outreach endeavors and other aspects of program work, as required by the program, the Division, the Bureau, the department, program funders, and the governing agency.

This position is located within a Unit focused on the health of people with substance use disorders. While not required, direct experience with substance use, whether personally or secondarily and be it through a friend or family member, may benefit the position by offering a deeper understanding of the needs of Health Department clients.

Education: Completion of 60 credit hours at an accredited college or university.

Experience: None.

Notes:

1. Candidates may substitute one year of experience in administrative or professional work for the required education, at the rate of one year of experience for 30 credit hours, for up to 60 credit hours of the required education.

2. Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a Non-Commissioned Officer involving staff work requiring regular use of independent judgment and analysis in applying and interpreting rules and regulations, in accordance with agency laws and policies, on a year-for-year basis, for the required education.

The desired candidate should have experience implementing harm reduction philosophies, as well as experience with individuals who suffer from substance use disorders.

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.

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.

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 which 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, at 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.