CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER - JOHN L. GILDNER-RICA

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MDH John L. Gildner - RICA (Regional Institute for Children and Adolescents)

The main purpose of this position, which functions as Chief Operating Officer, is to administer all non-clinical operations of John L. Gildner - RICA (Regional Institute for Children and Adolescents). This position is responsible for supervising the daily aspects of the following services: Emergency Management; Personnel Services; Plant Management; Housekeeping Services; Food Services; Purchasing and Supply Operations; Environment of Care and Emergency Nursing Services. This position will perform duties as deputy to RICA's Chief Executive Officer, and assists in all aspects of management, JC (Joint Commission) accreditation, and state licensure.  The position also provides administrative assistance to various clinical, residential, and school programs and staff within the RICA center. JLG-RICA is a facility that provides total service to clients within its residential program, clients within its day treatment program, Hospital Overstay patients, and FFC youth.

Qualified candidates must possess a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in health, human services, business, accounting, or a management field and five (5) years of professional administrative experience, including two (2) years at a managerial or supervisory level. A related Master’s degree will substitute for one (1) year of general experience.

The desired candidate should possess knowledge of/and experience with budget preparation and management as well as experience working in a residential treatment center for adolescents with emotional disabilities and court-involved youth.

This is a Management Service position and serves at the pleasure of the Appointing Authority. Applicants must upload a copy of their Resume to 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.

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.

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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.