PROGRAM ADMINISTRATOR III Health Services

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MDH/Prevention and Health Promotion Administration, Center for Tobacco Prevention and Control, Baltimore, Maryland

This position will oversee the Division of Federal Tobacco Enforcement Initiatives (FTEI) in the Maryland Department of Health (MDH)'s Prevention and Health Promotion Administration (PHPA)'s Center for Tobacco Prevention and Control (CTPC). The Statewide Food and Drug Administration (FDA)'s Tobacco Enforcement Program and the Statewide Synar Tobacco Compliance Program are two programs which are also within the CTPC. This position will serve as the State Program Coordinator and act as the primary point of contact for the FDA Tobacco Enforcement Program. This position will also direct overall activities associated with the implementation and monitoring of the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA)'s federally mandated Statewide Synar Tobacco Compliance program efforts. The federal Synar program supports public health measures through the provision of health education and through compliance checks, in order to reduce underage access to tobacco products. This is a requirement for receipt of SAMHSA’s Substance Abuse Prevention and Treatment (SAPT) Block Grant funds. The FDA Tobacco Enforcement Program implements statewide checks, education and enforcement of tobacco retailers, in order to ensure that tobacco is not being sold to patrons under the age of 21. This position will be responsible for personnel actions regarding FDA Commissioned Officers, Synar Inspectors, and FDA and Synar Underage Purchasers. This position will also provide direct supervision to the FDA Backup Program Coordinator and Synar Program Coordinator, who will assist with day-to-day program oversight. By interpreting and applying federal and State laws and regulations, this position will ensure that all Officers, Inspectors and Underage Purchasers are compliant with FDA and Synar training requirements; pass federal online training exams; and, receive FDA commissioning credentials, as necessary, before conducting inspections. Additionally, this position will serve as a Commissioned FDA Officer and, therefore, will participate in retailer inspections, in order to ensure program adherence to FDA and Synar regulations. Furthermore, this position will work cooperatively with other units within CTPC, as well as with other State and local agencies, health departments, and community-based organizations, to develop and implement evidence-based policies, procedures and programs which address reducing youth access to tobacco products. Finally, this position will be responsible for writing, submitting and managing relevant grant applications, budgets, and all required reporting related to the FDA enforcement contract and Synar program requirements. This position will also be expected to work closely with internal State support offices.

Education: A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Nursing, Social Work, Psychology, Education, Counseling, or a related field.

Experience: Six years of professional experience in health services, three years of which must have been in Health Services professional clinical or administrative services in areas other than Mental Health, Developmental Disabilities or Addictions, and four years of which must have been at the managerial or supervisory level.

Notes:

1. Candidates may substitute the possession of a Master’s degree or Doctorate degree in a health or human services field from an accredited college or university for up to two years of the required general experience.

2. Candidates may substitute the possession of a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in another field, plus an additional year of professional experience in health services, may be substituted for the required education.

3. Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a commissioned officer in Health Care Administration classifications or Health Services Administration specialty codes in the health-related field of work, on a year-for-year basis, for the required experience and education.

The desired candidate should have experience managing and planning programs, as well as experience managing grants and issuing contracts and/or procurements. He/she should also have experience working with budgets and tracking expenditures. Additionally, the desired candidate should have experience tracking detailed databases and ensuring data accuracy. Lastly, the desired candidate should have experience working in tobacco control or a closely related field, including a public health program, organization, etc. that focuses on reducing youth access to tobacco products.

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.

STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS

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.