COORDINATOR SPECIAL PROGRAMS HEALTH SERVICES IV, HEALTH SERVICES

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MDH, PHPA Maternal & Child Health Bureau

The main purpose of this position is to manage perinatal systems of care, including the statutorily mandated Maryland Prenatal and Infant Care Grant and the Babies Born Healthy Program, both of which aim to reduce inequities in infant mortality. This position will lead the implementation of the grants, develop legislative reports, monitor and evaluate program performance, and oversee grants and procurement processes. Additionally, this position will stay abreast of, utilize, and promote best practices to develop standardized services and education for the perinatal workforce, including parenting resources, infant safe sleep, linkages to WIC, home visiting, and behavioral health. The position will also lead the development of statewide protocols, monitor best practices and trends in perinatal health and healthcare at a national level, and spearhead efforts to create a centralized resource directory. This position will collaborate closely with other Bureau programs to integrate and align perinatal care coordination with the MIECHV Program, work toward a centralized intake system for Maryland, report on Title V activities that improve infant health, align with other funding streams for perinatal care coordination (including Maryland Medicaid and Title V), and identify collaborative opportunities to address perinatal health challenges such as chronic disease and behavioral health.

Education:   Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a high school equivalency certificate.

Experience: Three years of professional experience in assisting in the coordination of a health-related program(s) or referring people to governmental and private resources.

Notes:

1. Candidates may substitute 30 college credit hours from an accredited college or university on a year-for-year basis for the required experience.

2. Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a commissioned officer in Health Care Administration classifications or Civil Affairs Specialist specialty codes in the health-related field of work on a year-for-year basis for the required experience and education.

The selected candidate must possess three years of experience in public health.

The desired candidate should possess the following:

1. A master’s degree in public health.

2. Experience/technical expertise in Maternal and Child Health, particularly in perinatal care coordination.

3. Experience in project and performance management.

4. Experience in public health administration and strategic planning.

5. Experience writing legislative reports.

6. Experience in effective leadership, taking initiatives, maintaining attention to detail and thriving in a fast-paced environment while collaborating with a diverse team.

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.