DIRECTOR, OFFICE OF PRIMARY CARE ACCESS

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DHMH, Health Systems and Infrastructure, Office of Primary Care Access, Baltimore, MD

The Director of the Office of Primary Care Access (OPCA) focuses on policy, planning, and service delivery efforts within the Health Systems and Infrastructure Administration (HSIA). Specifically, the incumbent identifies, analyzes and interprets health status indicators and other health-related data; oversees the development and dissemination of data on medically underserved areas in the State; and provides technical assistance to DHMH programs and community groups and organizations in efforts to increase the availability of health services. The position provides overall programmatic direction to three main programs within the Office: the Primary Care Office, Workforce Development and State Office of Rural Health. The Director is responsible for the management of both state general funds and federal funds. The Director is responsible for the overall coordination of efforts aimed at workforce retention and recruitment to underserved areas in the State. The activities of the Office are of high-priority to both the DHMH Deputy Secretary for Public Health Services and the Secretary. The Director is responsible for advancing the priorities of DHMH as they relate to health profession workforce issues, federal workforce shortage areas, and rural health priorities.

Qualified candidates must possess a Master degree in public health, business administration, organizational leadership or related field from an accredited college or university and five years, including three years at a supervisory or management level, of progressively responsible experience in public health management, quality/performance improvement, or strategic planning within a government, non-profit, clinical, or education environment, as well as experience working across multiple departments, agencies and organizations.  A Doctorate will substitute for two years of the general experience.

This is a management service recruitment.

Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will be evaluated.  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.  For education obtained outside the U.S., a copy of the equivalent American education as determined by a foreign credential evaluation service must accompany the application.  All information concerning your qualifications must be submitted by the closing date.  We will not consider information submitted after this date.  Applicants certified to list will receive eligibility for a period of one (1) year.
Eligibility may be extended beyond one (1) year period.  For Recorded Job Information Call:  410-767-6018.

Online applications are highly recommended, however the paper application may be submitted to DHMH, Recruitment and Selection Division, 201 W. Preston St., Room 114-B, Baltimore, MD 21201.  The paper application must be received by 5 pm, close of business, on the closing date for the recruitment, no postmarks will be accepted.

Incorrect application forms will not be accepted.

If you need to submit additional information, the preferred method is to upload.  If unable to upload, please fax requested information only to 410-333-5689.

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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