Program Manager, Cannabis Public Health Branch (Program Manager II)

Overview

LOCATION OF POSITION
MDH, PHPA, Cannabis Public Health Branch, Baltimore, MD

MAIN PURPOSE OF JOB
The Center for Tobacco Prevention and Control (CTPC) received Cannabis Public Health Funds to assist with public health efforts surrounding the legalization of adult-use cannabis, starting July 1, 2023. The CTPC is working to establish a branch within the Center to focus on cannabis use prevention and treatment initiatives, working closely with the Maryland Cannabis Administration. Using a public health framework, the overall programs will primarily focus on youth cannabis use prevention and education through local health departments, schools, and other community-based organizations. The Cannabis Public Health Branch will also oversee data collection and explore cannabis use disorder treatment options.

The Program Manager is a senior management position in MDH’s Center for Tobacco Prevention and Control (CTPC). This position will work closely with the Center Director, the Program Manager of Operations, and the Center Lead Epidemiologist to set strategic direction for programmatic, policy, environment and systems across Maryland addressing prevention of cannabis use by youth and treatment for cannabis use disorder. The Program Manager will work closely with the Center Director to develop and manage the new Cannabis Public Health Branch, building organizational capacity to implement new and existing strategic initiatives and managing partnerships with internal and external stakeholders.

As the Branch continues to build, the Program Manager will be supervising staff to assist with program implementation. The Program Manager will also be responsible for reviewing and responding to requests during Legislative Session, as necessary, and the Branch is responsible for providing technical assistance to the Governor-Appointed Cannabis Public Health Advisory Council.

This position is responsible for ensuring project design, implementation, and evaluation of evidence-based programming activities are completed in a systematic and efficient manner to achieve MDH, PHPA, CCDB, and CTPC’s mission, goals, and objectives.

This position is eligible for hybrid telework.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Qualified candidates must possess a master’s degree from an accredited college or university in the field Health Sciences, Health Care Administration, Public Health, Public Policy or closely related field from an accredited college or university, 6 years of professional public health experience, including 3 years of experience evaluating, analyzing, researching and developing health care services, policies and programs and at least 2 years of supervisory or managerial experience.

Notes:

1. Candidates may substitute a Doctoral degree from an accredited college or university in Health Sciences, Health Care Administration, Public Health, Public Policy or closely related field for the required education and 3 years of public health experience.
DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Preferred candidates should possess the following:

• Experience and expertise in overseeing public health program administration;
• Experience in program planning and evaluation;
• Experience managing grants/contracts;
• Experience working with budgets and tracking expenditures; and,
• Experience understanding evidence-based public health resources.

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.

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.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.

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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.