ASSISTANT DIRECTOR, BEHAVIORAL HEALTH POLICY (PROGRAM MANAGER IV)

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GRADE : 22

LOCATION OF POSITION : MDH, Maryland Community Health Resources Commission, Annapolis, MD

Main Purpose of Job : This position serves as Assistant Director for Behavioral Health Policy for the Consortium on Coordinated Community Supports, a new 25-member agency established in the Blueprint for Maryland’s Future to create a statewide framework for comprehensive behavioral health services for all students, K-12.

The Maryland General Assembly has provided significant resources for the Consortium, which is funded at $130 million in FY 2026.

The Consortium is staffed by the CHRC. The Assistant Director for Behavioral Health Policy will assist in developing and evaluating program goals, standards, and controls to meet Consortium objectives.

In addition, the Assistant Director will develop short- and long-term plans for program operations and resources. The Assistant Director will assist in the development of performance measures for all Consortium grantees and other data collection systems to demonstrate the impact of the Consortium and the programs and activities that it funds.

The Assistant Director will prepare reports that communicate the impact of Consortium-funded grants and other activities.

The Assistant Director will also assist in the preparation of legislative and regulatory reports required of the Consortium, including reports to the Maryland General Assembly, Governor’s Office, and Accountability and Implementation Board.

Finally, the Assistant Director will represent the Consortium in a liaison capacity with managers and officials of other state and local agencies and will promote awareness of the Consortium with interested groups and stakeholders.

The position is eligible for hybrid telework.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS : Qualified candidates must possess a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in business administration, public administration, human services administration, health, education, behavioral health or other human services related degrees and at least two years of experience analyzing data, preparing reports, and a strong writing background.

A Master's degree is preferred.

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS : Desired qualifications include, but are not limited to :

• Demonstrated communications and research skills, producing high-level reports for external audiences.
• Knowledge of behavioral health care delivery.
• Ability to think critically and communicate clearly.
• Ability to effectively communicate information to a variety of audiences.

SELECTION PROCESS : This is a Management Service position and serves at the pleasure of the Appointing Authority. A resume must accompany 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.

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 : The Maryland Department of Health offers the following benefits :

• Meaningful Work
• Excellent Health Benefits Package, including Medical, Vision, Prescription, and Dental
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Reduced Child and Health Care)
• Generous Leave Benefits (6 Personal Days, 12 Regular Holidays, Annual Leave, 15 Sick Days)
• Retirement
• Paid Parental Leave
• Flexible Work Schedules (where applicable)
• Free Mass Transit (Baltimore metro area)

For a full list of the benefits of working for the State of Maryland, please click the link below :

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.

[email protected]. 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.

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