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HEALTH OCCUPATIONS INVESTIGATOR I

Investigator

Recruitment #16-000837-0001

GRADE

12

LOCATION OF POSITION

DHMH, MD Board of Pharmacy

Main Purpose of Job

The main purpose of the Health Occupations Investigator is to assist the Pharmacist Compliance Officer (PCO) in the investigation of alleged misconduct of pharmacy businesses and professional pharmacists. The position will perform investigations of complaints received by the Board regarding the operation of pharmacies and the performance of licenses and/or registered pharmacy personnel. Under the supervision of the Boards' Pharmacists Compliance Officer, the Health Occupations Investigator will: gather information from complainants, witnesses and respondents; conduct on-site investgiations; obtain signed statements when warranted; prepare subpoenas for obtaining physical or documentary evidence; work with Board members, Board Counsel, Executive Director and Compliance Office in developing cases and performing technical tasks. Lastly the position will summarize complaints received by the Board and obtain information, evidence needed in the investigation.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Completion of 60 credits from an accredited college or university to include 15 credits in criminal justice, law enforcement, criminology or a health field.

Experience: One year of experience conducting criminal investigations including the preparation of analyses and reports for use in legal proceedings.

Note: 1. Additional experience as defined above may be substituted on a year-for year basis for the required education.

2. Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a commissioned officer in Investigator, Police and Intelligence Specialist classifications or Investigator, Police and Intelligence specialty codes in the criminal investigation field of work on a year-for-year basis for the required experience and education.

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

The preferred candidate should have training and experience in law enforcement, and be able to conduct investigations and perform investigative interviews.  At least one year experience involving analysis of investigations related to pharmaceutical issues using appropriate investigative techniques.

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS

Employees in these classes 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.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Employees in these classes may be required to have daily use of a motor vehicle while on official State business. Standard mileage allowance will be paid for use of a privately owned vehicle.

SELECTION PROCESS

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.

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.

BARGAINING UNIT STATUS

The incumbent in this position is a member of a covered bargaining unit and will be required to pay a bi-weekly service fee to the exclusive representative of the bargaining unit.

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.

Bilingual applicants are encouraged to apply.




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