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HEALTH CARE WORKFORCE DIRECTOR

PROGRAM MANAGER III

Recruitment #23-005478-0055

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Introduction

GRADE

21

LOCATION OF POSITION

MDH, Office of Population Health Improvement, Baltimore, MD

Main Purpose of Job

The Health Care Workforce and Access Unit within the Office of Population Health Improvement (OPHI) aims to improve accessibility and quality of health care across Maryland by implementing programs to increase the supply of health care providers across the state, especially in rural areas and areas considered to have health professional shortages and/or medically underserved areas/ populations.

The Health Care Workforce Director is a senior management position within the OPHI and will support the OPHI Director in managing, directing, and administering the programs of the Health Care Workforce and Access Unit. This position will oversee the development, design, implementation, and ongoing oversight of state healthcare workforce and access strategies and programs. This position provides administrative direction and supervisory oversight to Unit’s programs currently including the: Maryland State Office of Rural Health; Maryland Primary Care Office; health care workforce incentive programs that include the federally-funded State Loan Repayment Program, state-funded Maryland Loan Repayment Programs, Conrad 30 (J-1Visa Waiver) Program, Income Tax Credit for Preceptors in Areas with Health Care Workforce Shortages Programs; and the Community Health Worker Certification and Training Accreditation Program. Additionally, the Director will oversee the health care workforce policy and planning activities.

The Director is responsible for a large portfolio of programs including an annual budget of approximately $7 million and 9 employees. The Director is responsible for the strategic direction and priority setting of the Unit programs through programmatic planning, fiscal priority setting, fostering collaboration and alignment with federal and state priorities, strategic planning, and ensuring compliance with state and federal laws. The Director is responsible for monitoring federal and state grants, contract monitoring, and budget management associated with the programs. 

The Director will also work across all OPHI units to align program activities and meet MDH and OPHI mission, goals, and objectives and collaborate with other health care workforce partners both internal and external to MDH.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Qualified candidates should possess a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in public health, business administration, organizational leadership or a related field and at least 5 years of professional experience in public health management, health care or health policy and at least 3 years of supervisory or managerial experience.

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Preferred candidate should possess the following:

  • Knowledge of the healthcare workforce in Maryland; 
  • Experience with program development and coordination; 
  • Experience with data management and interpretation; 
  • Experience with consensus building; and 
  • Experience with grants and budget management.

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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