PERFORMANCE MANAGER, RURAL HEALTH TRANSFORMATION PROGRAM

GRADE

19

LOCATION OF POSITION

MDH State Office of Rural Health, Baltimore MD

Main Purpose of Job

The State Office of Rural Health (SORH) serves as a focal point and state clearinghouse for collection and dissemination of information regarding rural health care issues, research findings, and innovative approaches to the delivery of health care in rural areas; provides coordination of rural health programming across the state to avoid redundancy and support coordination of efforts among public health and health care entities; and delivers technical assistance to rural-serving public and non-profit private entities to build capacity to access state and federal resources. Ultimately, as the state entity primarily responsible for rural health, SORH aims to support the Department, other state agencies, and rural Maryland communities to improve the accessibility of quality health services throughout rural Maryland and positively impact the health of rural Marylanders. SORH will oversee and administer the newly established CMS-funded Rural Health Transformation Program (RHTP) for the state of Maryland. The RHTP will improve the health of rural Marylanders by (1) strengthening the rural health workforce, (2) connecting rural Maryland to primary care, chronic disease management, specialty care, and behavioral health, and (3) addressing chronic disease with increased demand for and supply of nutritious food. This position, RHTP Performance Manager, provides administrative and managerial oversight of the implementation of performance management aspects of the RHTP in Maryland. This position is responsible for all aspects of RHTP performance management and compliance, including design and implementation of performance management metrics and tools, analysis, interpretation, and investigation of statistical data. RHTP fund subrecipients to receive RHTP team services include MDH programs, at least nine other state entities, eighteen local health departments, and numerous local level competitive sub-awardees. The position will supervise a Performance Coordinator in support of noted activities. This position is durational and will terminate at the end of the RHTP grant spending period (September 30, 2031), unless funding for this position ends sooner. This position is eligible for Hybrid Telework.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university and six years of health or human services administrative or professional experience, including three years at a supervisory or managerial level. A Master's degree from an accredited college or university will substitute for one year of the general experience and a Doctorate will substitute for two years of the general experience. Additional experience will substitute on a year-for-year basis for the college degree.

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

This role will: (1) Lead performance metric-related activities by setting measures, assessing awardee performance, and conducting evaluations; (2) Ensure adherence to all funder guidelines, regulations, and timely reporting; and, (3) Establish project sustainability strategies. Desirable qualifications include: Experience in leading the development and implementation of a consistent and holistic set of performance metrics and dashboards across multiple projects to meet overarching program goals and expectations Proven ability to communicate and proactively drive collaboration and performance outcomes among diverse stakeholders including internal agency teams and external partners Strong analytical skills with experience in data collection, analysis and implementation of process improvements as needed

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

Contractual employees who work for an agency covered under the State Employee and Retiree Health and Welfare Benefits Program, have a current employment contract and work 30 or more hours a week (or on average 130 hours per month) may be eligible for subsidized health benefits coverage for themselves and their dependents. As a contractual employee, you will be responsible for paying 25% of the premiums for your medical and prescription coverage, including any eligible dependents you have enrolled. The State of Maryland will subsidize the remaining 75% of the cost for these benefits. You can also elect to enroll in dental coverage, accidental death and dismemberment insurance, and life insurance, but will be responsible to pay the full premium for these benefits. Leave may be granted to a contractual employee at a rate of one hour for every 30 hours worked, not to exceed 40 hours per calendar year.

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.