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ASSISTANT DIRECTOR FOR ADMINISTRATION AND PROGRAM DEVELOPMENT

(Program Manager III)

Recruitment #23-005478-0023

GRADE

21

LOCATION OF POSITION

MDH Behavioral Health Administration
55 Wade Avenue
Catonsville MD 21228

Main Purpose of Job

This position is a senior level position within the Clinical Services Division and will serve as Assistant Director for Administration and Program Implementation. This position will assist the Director, Clinical Services with providing senior managerial oversight of all publicly funded behavioral health services for adults and older adults. This position will be responsible for providing supervision, on-boarding new staff, mentoring managers, developing policies, and project management, and ensuring timely response to constituents.

This position will also assist with leading and managing the day-to-day operations and administrative service aspects of the Division in addition to providing oversight and direction over program service area. The division is comprised of 63 FTE (State merit and special payment payroll) staff. Duties will consist of providing technical assistance to local jurisdictions with addressing clinical related treatment issues and improving service quality. This position will track communication flows, assist with resolving issues, follow-up on critical incidents, oversee budgets, coordination of care, access to care, implementation of Medicaid waivered services, and other personnel related issues.

This position is eligible for hybrid telework which is subject to change as necessitated by operations and customer-focused demands.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Qualified candidates must possess a Master’s degree from an accredited college or university in health services, business management, policy, psychology, mental health, social work or substance use disorders and at least 6 years of professional health or human services experience, three years of which must include experience providing human services or behavioral health services at a managerial level. Management level experience is defined as program development, implementation and evaluation including supervision of subordinate supervisors and program staff.

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

The desired candidate should possess the following:
  • Experience with management and policy experience, preferably in mental health and substance use disorders
  • Experience in team building, change management, and supervising mid-managerial level staff
  • Strong problem solving, writing and communication skills
  • Knowledge of best practices, current treatment options, and community supports for the population impacted by mental health and substance use disorders

SELECTION PROCESS

This is a Management Service 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

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.




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