EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, BOARD OF PROFESSIONAL COUNSELORS & THERAPISTS

DHMH, Board of Professional Counselors and Therapists, Baltimore, MD

The main purpose of this position is to administer the statutory mandates of the Maryland Board of Professional Counselors and Therapists established under Title 17, Health Occupation Article and Rules and Regulations as modified by SB 655 (1992) which established fiscal and administrative autonomy for the Board. In addition, as a result of the Senate Bill 655 Implementation Plan, the Board operates with complete responsibility in the areas of licensure functions, disciplinary functions, fiscal information, computer capabilities, office/human resources functions, policy and regulation development functions, administrative functions, public relations, legislative functions, public information.

Requires a bachelor’s degree and six years of administrative or professional experience, three of which at a supervisory or management level.  A master’s degree will substitute for one year of general experience.  Additional experience will substitute on a year-for-year basis for the bachelor’s degree.  A doctorate will substitute for two years of general experience.

The successful applicant will have experience with regulations and compliance.  Law degree preferred.

This is a management service recruitment.  A resume must accompany your application.

Applicants who meet the minimum (and selective) qualifications will be included in further evaluation. 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. Clearly indicate your college degree and major on your application, if applicable.  For education obtained outside the U.S., a copy of the evaluation for equivalency 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.  Candidates may remain on the certified eligible list for a period of at least one year.

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 additional information is required, the preferred method is to upload.  If unable to upload, please fax requested information only to 410-333-5689.  Only additional materials that are required will be accepted for this recruitment. All additional information must be received by the closing date and time.

For questions regarding this recruitment, please contact the DHMH Recruitment and Selection Division at 410-767-1251. 

If you are having difficulty with your user account or have general questions about the online application system, please contact the MD Department of Budget and Management, Recruitment and Examination Division at 410-767-4850 or Application.Help@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.

STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS

As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruiting, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State’s diversity. People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply. We thank our Veterans for their service to our country.

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