ADMINISTRATOR II

GRADE

17

LOCATION OF POSITION

MDH Behavioral Health Administration 55 Wade Avenue Catonsville, MD 21228

Main Purpose of Job

The Behavioral Health Planner is a pivotal management and administrative role responsible for the strategic planning, oversight, and integrity of federal and state behavioral health programs, with a primary focus on the Community Mental Health Block Grant (MHBG), although the position will be involved in the Substance Use Block grant. This individual leads the high-level administration and financial management of significant federal funds, including compliance with statutory and regulatory mandates and the associated Maintenance of Effort (MOE) requirements. The Planner is tasked with partnering with other MDH staff to provide local grant awards, developing and managing complex project budgets, and translating federal requirements into clear, actionable guidance documents and operational procedures of other MDH staff and stakeholders. A core function of this position is to drive the strategic planning and evaluation cycle for the public behavioral health system, as related to the block grants. The Planner assists with leading system-level planning, conducting the necessary needs assessment, and ensuring all planning activities are data-driven and align with state strategic priorities and federal requirements, including the specified Early Serious Mental Illness (ESMI) and Crisis Services set-asides of the MHBG. The role requires proficiency in data and project management platforms like Smartsheets and Qualtrics to effectively track performance metrics, monitor grant milestones, and partner with BHA fiscal to ensure the Annual Report is submitted. Finally, the Behavioral Health Planner serves as a key organizational facilitator, ensuring broad stakeholder engagement and system alignment. This includes providing essential administrative support and coordination for the Behavioral Health Advisory Council (BHAC) and their sub-committees to build consensus on planning initiatives. The role also oversees crucial cross-cutting projects, such as workforce development and training initiatives, and administers related funding programs, including the Capital Grants (Community Bond) program, thereby linking strategic planning directly to system capacity improvement and infrastructure development. This position is eligible for hybrid telework which is subject to change as necessitated by operations and customer focused demands.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a high school equivalency certificate. Experience: Five years of administrative staff or professional work. Notes: 1. Candidates may substitute 30 credit hours from an accredited college or university for each year up to four years of the required experience. 2. Candidates may substitute the possession of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university and one year of experience in administrative staff or professional work for the required experience. 3. Candidates may substitute the possession of a Master's degree from an accredited college or university for the required experience. 4. Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a commissioned officer involving staff work related to the administration of rules, regulations, policy, procedures and processes, or overseeing or coordinating unit operations or functioning as a staff assistant to a higher ranking commissioned officer on a year-for- year basis for the required experience.

SELECTIVE QUALIFICATIONS

The selected candidate must possess two or more years of professional work experience related to behavioral health, public health, human services administration and management.

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

The desired candidate should possess the following: Experience in the management, administration and reporting of federal grants (e.g, SAMHSA, HRSA, CDC), including adherence to uniform administrative requirements (e.g, 2 CFR Part 200). Experience in developing, forecasting, and managing complex budgets associated with federal grants and grant-funded projects. Experience with leading or contributing to system level strategic planning processes within a behavioral health or public health context, that includes but not limited to environmental scans, needs assessment, goal setting, development of performance indicators, action plan development, and progress reporting. Experience with written and verbal communication to present complex data and information clearly to diverse audiences and experience working effectively with diverse councils, committees, or advisory boards to gather input, build consensus and drive strategic behavioral planning initiatives. Experience integrating performance metrics and grant compliance into continuous quality improvement (CQI) cycles for behavioral health as well as to use data collection platforms (e.g., Smartsheets, Qualtrics) to track grant milestones, monitor performance metrics, analyze outcomes and inform planning decisions.

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS

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.

SELECTION PROCESS

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., any job offer will be contingent on the candidate providing an evaluation for equivalency by a foreign credential evaluation service prior to starting employment (and may be requested prior to interview). Complete applications must be submitted by the closing date. Information submitted after this date will not be added. Incorrect application forms will not be accepted. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application. Candidates may remain on the certified eligible list for a period of at least one year. The resulting certified eligible list for this recruitment may be used for similar positions in this or other State agencies.

BENEFITS

STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

Online applications are highly recommended. However, if you are unable to apply online, the paper application (and supplemental questionnaire) may be submitted to MDH, Recruitment and Selection Division, 201 W. Preston St., Room 114-B, Baltimore, MD 21201. Paper application materials must be received by 5 pm, close of business, on the closing date for the recruitment, no postmarks will be accepted. If additional information is required, the preferred method is to upload. If you are unable to upload, please fax the requested information 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 MDH 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. We thank our Veterans for their service to our country. People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply. As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruitment, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State's diversity.