Assistant Director, Policy and Analytics Unit (Program Manager Senior I) – Licensed Pharmacist

Overview

LOCATION OF POSITION

MDH Office of Pharmacy Services

Policy and Analytics Unit
300 W. Preston Street
Baltimore MD 21201

MAIN PURPOSE OF JOB
The main purpose of this position is to serve as the Assistant Director, Policy and Analytics (P&A) Unit and primary pharmacy-related policy expert for the Office of Pharmacy Services (OPS). This includes oversight of pharmacy-related policies and requires high-level pharmacy expertise to initiate, plan, design and execute strategic projects utilizing drug utilization trends, cost containment measures, budget forecasting, national and regional policies, in order to develop drug coverage policies by the Program. This position oversees the functions of the P&A Unit, the Pharmacists Professional Services (PPS) and the Clinical Services (CS) Divisions.

This position is eligible for hybrid telework.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Qualified candidates must possess the following:

1. A valid Maryland Pharmacist license from the MD Board of Pharmacy
2. A Doctorate degree (Pharm D) in Pharmacy from an accredited college or university
3. Six (6) years of professional management experience, including a minimum of three (3) years of experience supervising other professional staff
4. Three (3) years of professional experience in clinical pharmacy, and one of the following: overseeing and coordinating the general operation of a unit, data analytics, applying rules and regulations or exercising responsibility for the development of policies and procedures
5. Two (2) years of experience in monitoring emerging drug technologies, as well as, recommending and implementing drug coverage policies OR Two (2) years of experience in developing drug coverage policies using drug utilization, cost, budget limitations, and national/regional policies related to pharmacy services
6. Two (2) years of Outcome/Cost-based studies experience
7. Two (2) years of experience planning, initiating, and implementing innovative ideas in the Pharmacy arena

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Desired candidates should be a self-starter and self-motivated and have experience creating, maintaining and managing drug pipeline reports (minimum of two years); experience with pharmacological data analytics; and,  Board of Pharmacy Specialties (BPSW) certification.

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS
Applicants must possess a valid Maryland Pharmacist license from the MD Board of Pharmacy and Board of Pharmacy. Please upload your license and certification to the application.

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.

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.

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.

 

All applications/resumes/CVs must be submitted online by June 3, 2026, at 11:59:00 PM.

Apply to Recruitment#: 26-005482-0005

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