NURSING PROGRAM CONSULTANT/ADMINISTRATOR II - **REPOST**

RECRUITMENT REPOST, PREVIOUS APPLICANTS NEED NOT REAPPLY.

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MDH, Office of Population Health Improvement, 201 W. Preston Street, Baltimore, MD

This School Health Services Program Manager position is the lead contact within the Maryland Department of Health (MDH) regarding the Maryland State School Health Services Program as mandated by Annotated Code of Maryland, Education Article Section 7- 401. This position will provide leadership in program development, policy decisions and quality assurance for the Maryland School Health Services Program to promote the health of approximately 900,000 school aged children in nearly 1500 public schools in Maryland. The position will apply expert nursing principles and judgement to the development and implementation of school health services programs including the creation of policies and guidelines, data collection and analysis, provision of training and technical assistance, and consultation to schools, school health personnel, local health departments, and others. As a public health nurse, this position will also apply public health principles to the development of school health programs. This position will be the primary liaison with the Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE) as mandated in Annotated Code of Maryland, Education Article Section 7-401. The position will be responsible for collaborating with MSDE to provide consultation and technical assistance as well as monitoring and evaluation for local school systems and local health departments as they implement the mandated school health services. The position is the lead within MDH for conducting assessments and leading planning efforts related to the promotion of health and well-being of students within Maryland’s public schools. The School Health Services Program Manager will collaborate with other MDH units to facilitate integration of other public health efforts and activities into schools that align with the goals of the school health services program to address the somatic and behavioral health needs of students. This position is also the primary liaison to local, state and national agencies, health care facilities, community health care providers, and health professional boards and organizations concerning school health services program implementation and operation. The position will serve as the expert and liaison to intra- and inter-agency programs and activities regarding school health programs and the role of school health in educational outcomes for students.

Education:   A Master’s degree in Nursing or a health-related field from an accredited college or university.

Experience: Five years of experiences as a Registered Nurse including two years of experience in an administrative, supervisory, consultative or teaching capacity.

Notes:

1. Candidates may substitute the possession of a Bachelor’s degree in Nursing or health-related field from an accredited college or university and two years of experience as a Registered Nurse in an administrative, supervisory, consultative or teaching capacity for the required education.

2. Candidates may substitute the possession of a Doctorate degree in Nursing from an accredited college or university for two years of the required experience.

3. Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience at a rank of Corporal/Petty Officer or higher as a commissioned officer in Nursing classification or Nursing specialty codes in the Nursing field of work on a year-for-year basis for the required experience and education.

The desired candidate should have nursing judgment in a public health capacity, and experience working in a school/school health environment.  A Master of Science in Nursing degree or Master's Degree in Public Health are preferred.

1. Candidates for positions in this classification must possess a current license as a Registered Nurse from the Maryland State Board of Nursing, 4140 Patterson Avenue, Baltimore, Maryland 21215 or possess a current multi-state license in party states that candidates have declared as primary states of residence.

2. 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.

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 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.