RHTP ADMINISTRATIVE SPECIALIST (Administrative Specialist III)

State of Maryland

Baltimore, MD

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JOB DETAILS

SKILLS

Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D), Administrative Skills, Analysis Skills, Behavioral Health, Chronic Disease, Content Management Systems (CMS), Contract Management, Data Analysis, Disease Prevention and Control, Funding, Healthcare, Life Insurance, Multitasking, Nonprofit, Operations Management, Prescription Drugs, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Primary Care, Problem Solving Skills, Procedure Development, Process Development, Public Health, Regulations, Strategic Planning, Technical Delivery, Technical Support, Time Management, Writing Skills

LOCATION

Baltimore, MD

POSTED

2 days ago

GRADE

12

LOCATION OF POSITION

MDH Office of Strategic Initiatives, State Office of Rural Health, Baltimore MD

Main Purpose of Job

The State Office of Rural Health (SORH) serves as a focal point and state clearinghouse for collection and dissemination of information regarding rural health care issues, research findings, and innovative approaches to the delivery of health care in rural areas; provides coordination of rural health programming across the state to avoid redundancy and support coordination of efforts among public health and health care entities; and delivers technical assistance to rural-serving public and non-profit private entities to build capacity to access state and federal resources. Ultimately, as the state entity primarily responsible for rural health, SORH aims to support the Department, other state agencies, and rural Maryland communities to improve the accessibility of quality health services throughout rural Maryland and positively impact the health of rural Marylanders.

SORH oversees and administers the newly established CMS-funded Rural Health Transformation Program (RHTP) for the state of Maryland. The RHTP will improve the health of rural Marylanders by (1) strengthening the rural health workforce, (2) connecting rural Maryland to primary care, chronic disease management, specialty care, and behavioral health, and (3) addressing chronic disease with increased demand for and supply of nutritious food. This full-time contractual position, Administrative Specialist III (RHTP Admin Specialist), as the initial point of contact for rural public stakeholders, requires regular use of independent judgment and analysis in applying state and federal RHTP rules and regulations to respond in an accurate and timely manner to inquiries. The RHTP Admin Specialist will regularly provide support to RHTP leaders by collecting and providing initial analysis of data and incoming communication from CMS and stakeholders. This position will also lead efforts to develop and resolve administrative problems and issues related to operational needs of the SORH to ensure efficiency, effectiveness, and accuracy of the daily operations of the office and RHTP.

This position is durational and will terminate at the end of the RHTP grant spending period (September 30, 2031), unless funding for this position ends sooner.

POSITION DUTIES

This role will:
(1) Manage incoming and outgoing RHTP and SORH correspondence and communications, to include research and data analysis;

(2) Serve as document, policy, and record retention manager; and,

(3) Provide operational management related to meetings, travel, equipment, and supplies.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

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

Experience: Two years of experience performing administrative staff, clerical, clerical technical, or secretarial work.

Notes: 1. Candidates may substitute 30 college credit hours from an accredited college or university for each year of the required experience.

2. Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a non-commissioned officer involving staff work requiring regular use of independent judgment and analysis in applying and interpreting rules and regulations in accordance with agency laws and policies on a year-for-year basis for the required experience.

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Desired candidates should possess the following:
- Excellent written and verbal communication.

- Ability to multitask, manage incoming requests for multiple stakeholders, and meet deadlines with accuracy while resolving logistical issues independently.

- Ability to develop processes and procedures as well as maintain, update, and extract information from electronic filing systems.

- Experience handling, analyzing, and responding to varying types of data requests.

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

Contractual employees who work for an agency covered under the State Employee and Retiree Health and Welfare Benefits Program, have a current employment contract and work 30 or more hours a week (or on average 130 hours per month) may be eligible for subsidized health benefits coverage for themselves and their dependents. As a contractual employee, you will be responsible for paying 25% of the premiums for your medical and prescription coverage, including any eligible dependents you have enrolled. The State of Maryland will subsidize the remaining 75% of the cost for these benefits. You can also elect to enroll in dental coverage, accidental death and dismemberment insurance, and life insurance, but will be responsible to pay the full premium for these benefits.

Leave may be granted to a contractual employee at a rate of one hour for every 30 hours worked, not to exceed 40 hours per calendar year.

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.

RHTP ADMINISTRATIVE SPECIALIST (Administrative Specialist III)

State of Maryland

Baltimore, MD

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