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HEALTH OFFICER, ALLEGANY COUNTY (NON PHYSICIAN)

PROGRAM MANAGER SENIOR II

Recruitment #15-005483-0021

GRADE

24

LOCATION OF POSITION

Allegany County Health Department, Cumberland, MD

Main Purpose of Job

This position will manage the activities and operations of the Allegany County Health Department, including providing direction for programs involving physical, mental, and environmental health, as well as planning, implementation, and evaluation.  The Allegany County Health Department is a Public Health Accreditation Board (PHAB) accredited health department.  The incumbent will be responsible for identifying public health program needs and developing programs to meet current and projected needs.  Responsibilities will also include developing and enforcing policies, regulations, and procedures to ensure protection of public health; providing and/or ensuring the provision of medical oversight for communicable disease programs as well as other clinical programs provided by the health department; and coordinating health programs and services with other County departments, governmental agencies, and community stakeholders.  The Health Officer is the Executive Officer and Secretary of the County Board of Health, and will be responsible for management of staff and budget.  The incumbent in this position reports to the Maryland State Secretary of Health and Mental Hygiene and the Allegany County Board of Health (County Commissioners).

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Must have a master’s degree in public health with at least two years of managerial experience in public health or at least 5 years of experience in the field of public health. 

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Preferred candidates will possess at least 2 years of management experience.

SELECTION PROCESS

This is management service recruitment.  A resume must be attached to your application.

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.

Should additional information regarding this recruitment be required, please contact the DHMH Recruitment and Selection Division at 410-767-1251 or via email at dhmh.jobs@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.

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.

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.




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