DEPUTY DIRECTOR, PREVENTION AND HEALTH PROMOTION ADMINISTRATION

GRADE

25

LOCATION OF POSITION

MDH Prevention and Health Promotion Administration, Baltimore MD

Main Purpose of Job

The Prevention and Health Promotion Administration's (PHPA or Administration) mission is to improve the health of Marylanders by preventing the acquisition and transmission of diseases, helping persons live longer, healthier lives through health services programs, and protecting individuals and communities from environmental health hazards. PHPA works in partnership with local health departments, providers, community based organizations, and public and private sector agencies to provide public health leadership in the provision of maternal and child health services and the prevention, control, monitoring, and treatment of infectious diseases, cancer, chronic diseases, and environmental health hazards. This position serves as the Deputy Director of the Prevention and Health Promotion Administration. The position supervises the Bureau Directors who are responsible for and oversee the work and activities of the Maternal and Child Health Bureau, the Environmental Health Bureau, the Cancer and Chronic Disease Bureau, the Infectious Disease Prevention and Health Services Bureau, and the Infectious Disease Epidemiology and Outbreak Response Bureau. The Deputy Director provides day-to-day operational direction to PHPA's Office of Budget and Finance and Office of Support Services. The position works in close coordination and collaboration with the Director in aligning internal operations and the agency budget, including internal policy and procedure development, personnel functions, training, and workforce development initiatives. The Deputy Director works closely with the Bureau Directors to ensure the vision and the core mission of the agency guides the activities, programs and policies of their Bureaus, represents PHPA in close coordination with the PHPA Director in the media, in the community and with the legislature. The position may act for the Director in the Director's absence or as assigned by the Director.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Qualified candidates must possess a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university. Experience: At least six (6) years of professional public health program development and implementation experience, including at least two (2) years of supervisory or managerial experience. Notes: 1. Candidates may substitute professional public health program management experience on a year-for-year basis for the required education. 2. Candidates may substitute graduate level education from an accredited college or university at the rate of 30 credit hours on a year-for-year basis, for up to two years of the required public health experience.

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Preferred qualifications include: Experience working with grants including federal, contracts, financial resources and complex processes Familiarity with state budgeting processes Expertise in relationship management to support workforce development and operational excellence

SELECTION PROCESS

This is a Management Service position and serves at the pleasure of the Appointing Authority. A resume must be uploaded to 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., 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. 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.