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DIRECTOR, GOVERNMENTAL AFFAIRS AND COMMUNICATION

ADMINISTRATIVE PROGRAM MANAGER II

Recruitment #13-005473-004

Introduction

The position is being re-opened.  Former applicants need not reapply.

GRADE

20

LOCATION OF POSITION

DHMH
Behavioral Health Administration
55 Wade Avenue Dix Building
Catonsville, MD

Main Purpose of Job

This position manages and supervises the Behavioral Health Administration's (BHA) Office of Governmental Affairs and Communication. This office provides leadership, guidance, consultation, and support to the organization in the areas of regulations, legislation, governmental affairs, communications, and policy issues surrounding the provision of behavioral health programming services throughout the State.

MINIMUM EDUCATION OR GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

Education:  A Master's degree in Health Care Management/Administration, Political Science,  Public Health, Health Care Policy or a Juris Doctorate     

Experience:  Two (2) years of fulltime professional work to include local, state or federal legislative or congressional experience or health care policy analysis impacting legislative issues.

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

The desired candidate demonstrates:

Availability for extended work hours, including weekend work, during the 90-day legislative session January to mid-April.

Ability to develop a familiarity with the legislative process and the structure of the government and statutory law of the State.

Strong interest in working with health care policy makers and other constituents to develop health care policy options and strategies.

Experience in the preparation and presentation of policy positions (issues briefs, testimony, etc).

Analytical, verbal and written communication skills, including public speaking.

Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work with internal and external stakeholders including  policy analysts, legislators, government officials, lobbyists and clinicians.

Ability to manage projects under the direction and guidance of senior staff.

Ability to work effectively as a team member with all areas of the Department and external stakeholders.

Ability to work independently and to meet expected work schedules and established deadlines.

Proficiency in current industry standard PC application systems.

SELECTION PROCESS

This is a management service position.

Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will be evaluated. 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.

For education obtained outside the U.S., a copy of the equivalent American education as determined by a foreign credential evaluation service must accompany the application.

All information concerning your qualifications must be submitted by the closing date. We will not consider information submitted after this date.

Applicants certified to list will receive eligibility for a period of one 1 year.
Eligibility may be extended beyond one 1 year period. For Recorded Job Information Call: 410-767-6018.

Online applications are highly recommended, however the paper application may be submitted to:

DHMH
Recruitment and Selection Division
201 W. Preston St., Room 114-B
Baltimore, MD 21201.

The paper application must be received by 5 pm, close of business, on the closing date for the recruitment, no postmarks will be accepted.

Incorrect application forms will not be accepted.

If you need to submit additional information, the preferred method is to upload. If unable to upload, please fax requested information only to 410-333-5689.

Appropriate accommodations for individuals with disabilities are available upon request by calling: (410) 767-1251 or MD TTY Relay Service 1-800-735-2258.

BENEFITS

 STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

As an equal opportunity employer Maryland is committed to recruiting, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State’s diversity.




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