HEALTH OFFICER - SOMERSET COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH ((Program Manager Senior II))

Introduction

Somerset County is located amidst the splendors of Maryland’s Eastern Shore, an area between the Chesapeake Bay and the Atlantic, renowned for its natural charm. This gracious, less frenetic part of the world combines tradition and simplicity of life with the beauty of the untouched countryside. History is ever present and every sunset is a celebration.\r\n\r\n\r\nFor additional information about Somerset County, Maryland, please click on this link:�https://www.somersetmd.us/\r\n

GRADE

STD0024\r\n

LOCATION OF POSITION

MDH Somerset County Health Department\r\n8928 Sign Post Road, Suite 2\r\nWestover MD 21871\r\n

Main Purpose of Job

The main purpose of this Health Officer position is to direct and manage the activities of the Somerset County Health Department.� The County Health Officer assesses community health needs, plans, develops, implements, directs, coordinates, evaluates and provides leadership in a variety of public health programs; coordinates programmatic activities with federal, state and local agencies; enforces laws and regulations that protect the health and safety of the public; monitors for, investigates and controls outbreaks of disease; informs the public about disease prevention and promotes healthy behaviors; and assures that the public health workforce remains competent.� The Health Officer is also the executive officer of the County Boards of Health.\r\n\r\n\r\nThis position may require evening and weekend hours and is considered Emergency Essential.\r\n

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Qualified candidates must possess a Master's degree in Public Health, from an accredited college or university, and a minimum of two (2) years of work experience in the field of public health OR a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university and a minimum of five (5) years of work experience in the field of public health.\r\n

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Somerset County Department of Health is looking for a candidate who has excellent people skills, knowledge of health policy formulation, community needs assessment, health planning, and financial management of public health services. Excellent written and verbal communication skills and successful collaboration, change management and conflict management experience is also desired.\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.�\r\nIncorrect 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

The Maryland Department of Health offers the following benefits:\r\n● Meaningful Work\r\n● Excellent Health Benefits Package, including Medical, Vision, Prescription and\r\nDental\r\n● Flexible Spending Accounts (Reduced Child and Health Care)\r\n● Generous Leave Benefits (6 Personal Days, 12 Regular Holidays, Annual Leave,\r\n15 Sick Days)\r\n● Retirement\r\n● Paid Parental Leave\r\n● Flexible Work Schedules (where applicable)\r\n● Free Mass Transit (Baltimore metro area)\r\nFor a full list of the benefits of working for the State of Maryland, please click the link\r\nbelow:\r\nSTATE 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