PHS Personnel Specialist (Administrative Officer III)

Overview

LOCATION OF POSITION
MDH, Public Health Services Administration, Baltimore, MD

MAIN PURPOSE OF JOB
The vision of the MDH Public Health Services Administration (PHS) is a future in which all Marylanders and their families enjoy optimal health and well-being. A strong public health workforce is foundational to the attainment of our mission and the delivery of essential public health services in Maryland. As the PHS Personnel Specialist, you will work to improve the timeliness of public health staff recruitment and hiring, track and evaluate key metrics related to recruitment and retention across PHS, communicate human resources (HR) requirements and guidance to PHS hiring managers, and work collaboratively with the MDH Office of Human Resources (OHR) to develop new and innovative ways to enhance and promote recruitment and decrease vacancies. You will work closely with PHS leadership, PHS HR liaisons, the MDH OHR, as well as collaborative partners and vendors to plan, organize, implement, administer, and supervise the interpretation and application of various PHS policies, directives and procedures regarding workforce, hiring, recruitment, personnel, and other areas.

This is a strategic and multi-faceted position within the Office of the Deputy Secretary for Public Health Services.

The position is eligible for hybrid telework.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education:   Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a high school equivalency certificate.

Experience: Three years of administrative staff or professional work.

Notes:

1. Candidates may substitute 30 college credit hours from an accredited college or university for each year up to two years of the required experience.

2. Candidates may substitute the possession of a Bachelor’s degree from a college or university for the required experience.

3. Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a commissioned officer involving staff work that included the regular use of independent judgment and analysis in applying and interpreting complex administrative plans, policies, rules or regulations or analysis of operational programs or procedures with recommendations for improvement on a year-for-year basis for the required experience.

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Preferred candidates should possess the following:

• Analytics and assessment skills – This position will need to be able to analyze, use and apply quantitative and qualitative data to make decisions and improve processes
• Communication skills – This position will need to be able to determine communication strategies and communicate with internal and external audiences, including facilitating communication among individuals and groups
• Health Equity skills – This position will need to contribute to achieving and sustaining a diverse, inclusive and competent public health workforce

LICENSES, 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 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.