DIVISION CHIEF, EVALUATION, RESEARCH AND DATA ANALYTICS

Introduction

*** THIS RECRUITMENT IS LIMITED TO CURRENT EMPLOYEES OF THE MARYLAND DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH, OFFICE OF INNOVATION, RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT ONLY. ***

GRADE

20

LOCATION OF POSITION

MDH - Office of Innovation, Research and Development 201 W. Preston Street Baltimore, MD 21201

Main Purpose of Job

The main purpose of this position is to provide leadership and direction to the Office of Innovation, Research, and Development (IRD) staff on program development and evaluation, policy and data analysis and legislation. This position serves as the Division Chief of Evaluation, Research and Data Analytics working within IRD in the Office of the Deputy Secretary for Health Care Financing. This position will be responsible for overseeing the evaluation of existing programs and new initiatives being piloted by the Medicaid Program as well as other reports and evaluations requested by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid (CMS) and the General Assembly. The position will also be responsible for performing research and formulating options and recommendations for programmatic changes to promote continuous quality improvement, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness. This position will be responsible for coordinating mental health parity reporting compliance with the managed care organizations, the behavioral health administrative services organization, and other departments within Medicaid. The position will be responsible for translating and disseminating evaluation and research findings to internal staff and external stakeholders. This position will also monitor federal and state regulatory changes and legislative proposals and, evaluate their potential fiscal impact on the Medicaid program. This position will support the analysis, design and implementation of innovative approaches to increasing preventive care within the Medicaid program. The position will attend stakeholder meetings, internal program and staff meetings, conference calls, committee meetings, and hearings as needed to represent the Planning Administration. This position will also provide managerial guidance, feedback and support to Health Policy Analysts in the IRD. This position is eligible to perform its duties via remote telework 80% or as otherwise permitted by the appointing authority. Permission to telework is subject to the discretion of the appointing authority and can be terminated at any time as outlined in the telework agreement.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a high school equivalency certificate. Experience: Six 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 two years 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 five years of 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.

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

The desired candidates should possess the following: Experience with Project Management. Experience with Data Analysis.

LIMITATIONS ON SELECTION

*** THIS RECRUITMENT IS LIMITED TO CURRENT EMPLOYEES OF THE MARYLAND DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH, OFFICE OF INNOVATION, RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT ONLY. ***

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. MDHMedCare