ADMINISTRATIVE DEPUTY HEALTH OFFICER

GRADE 22\r\n

LOCATION OF POSITION MDH

Somerset County Health Department, Westover MD\r\n Main Purpose of Job The main purpose of the Administrative Deputy Health Officer is to direct and manage the administrative activities of\r\nthe Somerset County Health Department. This position will be responsible for the direction, supervision and\r\nguidance of all administrative and support services, major programs, and policy\r\ndevelopment subject to the final approval of the Health Officer.

Major programs include:

\r\nPlanning and Communications, Prevention and Local Behavioral Health Authority.\r\n\r\n\r\nThis\r\nposition is designated as emergency essential and may require evening and weekend hours.\r\n

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Qualified candidates must possess a Master's Degree from an accredited college or university in public health or related field, and five years of professional experience in health service administration and two years of experience supervising professional staff.\r\n\r\n\r\nA Bachelor's Degree�from an accredited college or university�in public health or a closely related field and an additional two years of experience in health service administration will substitute for the Master's degree.\r\n

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Desired candidates should possess experience with budget creation and oversight and grant management as well as experience managing public health programs or public health administration.\r\n

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.\r\nApplicants 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).�\r\nComplete applications must be submitted by the closing date.�Information submitted after this date will not be added.�Incorrect application forms will not be accepted.\r\nCandidates 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.\r\n

BENEFITS STATE OF MARYLAND

BENEFITS\r\n

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.\r\nIf 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.\r\nFor questions regarding this recruitment, please contact the�MDH Recruitment and Selection Division at 410-767-1251.\r\nIf 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.�\r\nAppropriate accommodations for individuals with disabilities are available upon request by calling: 410-767-1251 or MD TTY Relay Service 1-800-735-2258.\r\nWe thank our Veterans for their service to our country.\r\nPeople with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.\r\nAs an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruitment, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State's diversity.\r\n