HEALTH POLICY ANALYST II

GRADE : 18LOCATION OF POSITION : MDH St. Mary's County Health Department, 21580 Peabody Street, Leonardtown, MD 20650Main Purpose of Job : The main purpose of this full-time position will be to perform advanced work providing policy, organizational, and administrative support for the Maryland Commission on Public Health and the St. Mary’s County Health Department. Support will be provided through policy research, analysis, and evaluation; reports, testimony, briefs, and other communications material preparation and communications; and special initiative and partner coordination.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSEducation : A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.Experience : Two years of experience evaluating, analyzing, researching and developing health care services, policies and programs.Notes :Candidates may substitute the possession of a Master's degree in Health Sciences, Health Care Administration, Public Health, Public Policy or closely related field for one year of the required experience.Candidates may substitute the possession of a Doctorate degree in Health Sciences, Health Care Administration, Public Health, Public Policy or closely related field for the required experience.DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS : The desired candidate should possess:Experience analyzing and/or developing policiesExperience coordinating activities to help strengthen public health infrastructure and local health department engagementExperience with writing, analytical, and computer skillsExperience producing materials to inform policy and program decisionsLICENSES, 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 BENEFITSFURTHER 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. 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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