DIRECTOR, CENTER FOR CHRONIC DISEASE PREVENTION & CONTROL (PROGRAM MANAGER IV) -

IntroductionGRADE22LOCATION OF POSITIONMDH, PHPA, Center for Chronic Disease Prevention & Control, Baltimore, MDMain Purpose of JobThe mission of the Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Control (The Center) is improving Maryland's health by preventing and controlling chronic disease. The Center has a broad portfolio of chronic disease-related projects, most notably diabetes and heart disease prevention and management, as well as healthy lifestyles promotion, food security, and cognitive health. The Director of the Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Control provides experienced public health leadership in promoting the work of the Center, performing highly responsible programmatic and administrative work at the level of a program manager with extensive training and expertise in public health. The Director ensures accountability and integrity of all fiscal matters, personnel actions, and procurement activities of the Center, and provides expert leadership to the Center's 20 program staff. The Center Director is responsible for the coordination and implementation of multiple high-profile and high-priority programs and grants within the Center. The Director interfaces on a daily basis with the Cancer and Chronic Disease Bureau Director and Deputy Director; and frequently with PHPA leadership and the Deputy Secretary for Public Health Services. The position provides strategic planning for the Center and all activities as well as coordinates chronic disease activities across PHPA and MDH.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSQualified candidates must possess a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in public health or a related field, at least 6 years of professional experience with prevention and health promotion, including at least 4 years of experience managing chronic disease or related public health programs and at least 3 years of supervisory or managerial experience.DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONSPreferred candidates should possess the following:At least 3 years experience in federal grant management, including grant writing and budget management and development;Experience overseeing and directing councils, coalitions, workgroups, and/or other partner engagement groups;Experience leading or contributing to strategic planning initiatives, preferably public health-related or similar.SELECTION PROCESSThis is a Management Service position, and serves at the pleasure of the Appointing Authority. A resume and cover letter must accompany your application. The cover letter and resume must be uploaded, in one file, under the resume section of the 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.BENEFITSThe Maryland Department of Health offers the following benefits:Meaningful WorkExcellent Health Benefits Package, including Medical, Vision, Prescription and DentalFlexible Spending Accounts (Reduced Child and Health Care)Generous Leave Benefits (6 Personal Days, 12 Regular Holidays, Annual Leave, 15 Sick Days)RetirementPaid Parental LeaveFlexible 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 BENEFITSFURTHER INSTRUCTIONSOnline 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.

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