Director Of Federal Policy

GRADE

22

LOCATION OF POSITION

Maryland Department of Health, Office of the Secretary, Baltimore MD

Main Purpose of Job

This position functions as the Director of Federal Affairs for all federal policy issues under the Maryland Department of Health (MDH), including Maryland’s Medicaid program, all Public Health Programs, the Office of Health Care Quality, the Developmental Disabilities Administration, the Behavioral Health Administration, and Departmental operations where relevant.

This important role serves as the agency lead to respond to federal policy issues, develop advocacy strategies, and recommend innovative policy solutions that support the Department’s mission. The Director will monitor and track federal regulations and legislation, identify trends, conduct environmental landscapes, evaluate the potential impact of federal policy activities, and collaboratively work with MDH leadership to respond to federal actions.

This individual mentors MDH unit managers and staff on federal policy issues, strategy, and advocacy. This includes providing initial and ongoing training to staff as needed to ensure that federal policy matters are communicated with, and considered by MDH leadership. In addition, this position is responsible for the evaluation, analysis, research, and development of Departmental policies based on changes in federal guidelines, or sub-regulatory guidance. This role will work collaboratively with counterparts in the Office of Governmental Affairs, and Office of Regulation and Policy, to support MDH operational needs.

Through collaboration and coordination with the Secretary, Chief of Staff, Deputy Secretary for Public Health Services, Deputy Secretary for Behavioral Health, Deputy Secretary for Developmental Disabilities, and Deputy Secretary for Health Care Financing, this position oversees and directs the development of internal and external resources (i.e., reports, briefing memos, presentation, policy papers, federal comments) to support policy actions with the various administrations of the Department. This position leads priority and routine issues pertaining to federal policy actions within the Department on behalf of the Secretary; coordinates with MDH leadership to assure that matters of federal policy are considered, including risk management, compliance, strategy and innovation; oversees relations with the Governor’s Office of Federal Affairs and members of Maryland’s federal Congressional Delegation and serves as a liaison on behalf of the Secretary to these entities. In addition, this position develops reports and presentations as needed; establishes, coordinates, and conducts individual and group training sessions; and oversees the budget for the Office.

These activities directly support MDH’s ability to respond to evolving federal policy changes and associated Departmental actions.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Qualified candidates must possess a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university, six years of professional health or human services experience, with at least three years of experience with federal health policy.

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Desired candidates should possess the following:

Advanced degree in law, policy or public administration

Experience with management and health policy at the state and federal level

Knowledge of health policy issues in Maryland and their interaction with federal programs

Familiarity with the Code of Federal Regulations governing health care programs

SELECTION PROCESS

This is a Political Special Appointment position and serves are the pleasure of the Appointing Authority. A resume and cover letter must be uploaded to your application. Please be sure they are uploaded together as a single file.

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 . 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 .

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 or .

Appropriate accommodations for individuals with disabilities are available upon request by calling: or MD TTY Relay Service .

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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.