ADMINISTRATOR IV

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DHMH
Behavioral Health Administration
55 Wade Avenue
Catonsville, MD 21228

This position serves as the Behavioral Health Administration's manager for the Prescription Drug Monitoring Program (PDMP). The PDMP Manager is responsible for managing all aspects of the ongoing operations and enhancement of the PDMP, including developing regulations and legislation; identifying and procuring information technology to support prescription data reporting, hosting and disclosure capabilities; developing program policies and procedures to handle data requests, public inquiries and other functions; working with the program's Advisory Board, other government agencies, non-profits and professional societies to develop educational initiatives on prescription drug abuse and diversion targeted at healthcare providers and regulators, law enforcement and the general public; performing direct outreach to program stakeholders to ensure knowledge of and compliance with legal requirements; and supervising PDMP personnel.

Education: A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.

Experience: Five years of experience in administrative staff or professional work. One year of this experience must have involved one or more of the following: the supervision of other employees, overseeing and coordinating the general operations of a unit, applying rules and regulations, or exercising responsibility for the development of policies or procedures.

Notes:

1. Additional experience in administrative staff or professional work may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for the required education.

2. Additional graduate level education at an accredited college or university may be substituted at the rate of 30 semester credit hours on a year to year basis for the required general experience.

The preferred candidate will have knowledge of the Prescription Drug Monitoring Program (PDMP) and its role in addressing prescription drug misuse, and experience using Health Information Technology.  The preferred candidate should also have experience with the management of complex projects including the development of new policies and procedures, fiscal oversight, and working with a variety of stakeholders.  Excellent written and verbal communication skills are also desired.

Employees in this classification may be assigned duties which require the operation of a motor vehicle. Employees assigned such duties will be required to possess a motor vehicle operator's license valid in the State of Maryland.

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 STRONGLY preferred, 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.

STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS

The resulting certified eligible list for this recruitment may be used for similar positions in this or other State agencies.

We thank our Veterans for their service to our country, and encourage them to apply.

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