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HLTH BENEFIT EXCHANGE EXEC XI

Chief Information Officer (CIO)

Recruitment #14-009311-002

Introduction

This position is being reopened.  Previous applicants need not reapply.

GRADE

9911

LOCATION OF POSITION

Maryland Health Benefit Exchange
750 E. Pratt Street
16th Floor
Baltimore, MD 21202

Main Purpose of Job

The Maryland Health Benefit Exchange (Exchange) is an independent public corporation charged with implementing important elements of federal health reform legislation.

The Chief Information Officer (CIO)  shall be responsible for all information technology (IT) functions throughout the Maryland Health Benefit Exchange (Exchange), including both long-term planning of technology initiatives and arranging to meet the near-term requirements of a functioning agency and a public, high traffic web site. Specific duties include:   provide technology vision and leadership for the creation and implementation of the information technology initiatives that support the successful implementation of the Affordable Care Act and state health reform laws; design the architecture for complex systems with constantly evolving requirements; coordinate existing public IT infrastructure to interface with private health care systems; develop, coordinate and deliver multiple IT projects within specified time frames; develop strategic relationships with Maryland’s health agencies, private health organizations, vendors and consultants; represent the Exchange at federal and state forums as appropriate; coordinate development, implementation, and maintenance of the Exchange’s website, etc.

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

Bachelor’s Degree required.  Masters in Information Technology, Computer Science or related field strongly preferred.  Requires 6 years of experience in the design or execution of data systems in the public or private health care area, including 2 years experience as supervisor/manager.

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Candidate should have significant successful experience in designing systems architecture and executing systems integration projects; experience in managing groups of analysts and developers working on complex system projects to meet deliverables with tight timeframes; ability to communicate with and support the technological requirements for internal and external clients; strong operational, organizational and negotiation skills; health care background and knowledge of both the public and private sectors preferred; team player with excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work within a very fast-paced, newly created organization.

EXAMINATION PROCESS

* This classification is Executive Services and serves at the pleasure of the Appointing Authority *

BENEFITS

STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

Resumes will NOT be accepted in lieu of completing the online or paper application.

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.

APPLCATIONS MUST BE RECEIVED NO LATER THAN THE CLOSE OF BUSINESS ON THE CLOSING DATE.

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.

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

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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