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MHCC DIVISION CHIEF - SPECIAL PROJECTS

MHCC DIVISION CHIEF III

Recruitment #23-009269-0004

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GRADE

MHCC 0004

LOCATION OF POSITION

MDH, Maryland Health Care Commission
4160 Patterson Avenue
Baltimore, MD 21215

Main Purpose of Job

The Maryland Health Care Commission seeks qualified candidates for this senior-level policy management position. The successful candidate will be a hands-on policy analyst (superior writing skills) responsible for working with the Director of the Center for Analysis and Information Systems to plan and manage a series of special policy projects and research, including but not limited to using the All-Payer Claims Database (APCD), which is used to support provider measurement on cost and quality and empirical policies analyses needed by Maryland policymakers. The successful candidate will also be responsible for directing all Grant Activities, when applicable, for the Center, including developing and managing all required documentation in the Grant application process for federal grant funding opportunities for the Commission, including all project descriptions, budgets, and work plans as part of the grant application process.

The candidate will also be responsible for coordinating with the Executive Director and the Chief for External Affairs and Policy Development on regulatory and legislatively mandated reporting related to health insurance markets. Specific duties include preparing procurements (both small procurements and larger competitively bid RFPs) to obtain the services of consulting actuaries to conduct evaluations on proposed mandated health insurance benefits. The successful candidate will track legislation to ensure that all failed mandated legislation is flagged for review in the upcoming report including any additional request for mandated analysis that a Legislator submits by July 1st of any year—includes interpretation of health insurance laws and regulation in support of the mandate review by the contractual actuaries and/or staff. The successful candidate will also manage special policy project analyses conducted by MHCC staff and private contractors focusing on healthcare spending, population health challenges, access/utilization, and payment adequacy questions using the APCD and other data sources such as various federal surveys (MEPS-IC, ACS).

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Requires a master’s degree in health economics, public policy, or health care related field.   Experience with Public Policy, Public Health, health insurance, law and the legislative process are required.  The position requires six (6) years of relevant professional experience, including four (4) years of analysis of health care information at a management/supervisory level.

A Ph.D. in Health Sciences, Health Care Administration, Public Health, Public Policy, or closely related field may be substituted for two (2) years of the required experience. Very strong verbal and written communication skills are essential.

SELECTION PROCESS

This is a Management Service position, and serves at the pleasure of the Appointing Authority.  A resume and cover letter must accompany your application.  The resume and cover letter should be uploaded in one file, under the resume section of the 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. 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.

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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