Health Policy Analyst Jobs in Silver Spring, MD (NOW HIRING)

GRADE

18\r\n

LOCATION OF POSITION

MDH - Office of Advanced Primary Care (OAPC)\r\n4201 Patterson Avenue\r\nBaltimore, MD 21215\r\n

Main Purpose of Job

The main purpose of this full-time contractual position is to coordinate program operations for both long-term projects and the day-to-day management of the operations workstream pursuant to the Office of Advanced Primary Care (OAPC). This position will impact the daily operations of the Office, and support co-management of Maryland's AHEAD Advanced Primary Care Programs with the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Innovation (CMMI) and fellow MDH stakeholders, enabling support and growth of the primary care programs in Maryland's AHEAD Model. This responsibility includes communications with external stakeholders, development of program materials, and monitoring the completion of operational activities in the Office. The position is also responsible for supporting recruitment and onboarding activities of potential program participants. This position will support internal operations including managing internal team meetings and addressing external inquiries, as well as provide administrative support. Completion of this work is critical to the operations and financial infrastructure support of Maryland's Advanced Primary Care Program participants in the state.\r\n\r\n\r\nThis position is located within the Office of Advanced Primary Care under the Office of Health Care Financing and Medicaid.\r\n\r\n

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.\r\nExperience: Two years of experience evaluating, analyzing, researching and developing health care services, policies and programs.\r\nNotes:\r\n1. Candidates may substitute the possession of a Master's degree in Health Sciences, Health Care Administration, Public Health, Public Policy or closely related fieldfor one year of the required experience.\r\n2. Candidates may substitute the possession of a Doctorate degree in Health Sciences, Health Care Administration, Public Health, Public Policy or closely related fieldfor the required experience. \r\n

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

The desired candidate should possess the following:\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n Experience with Google Suite, such as Drive, Docs, Slides, and Google Sheets\r\n Experience with Microsoft Excel\r\n Experience with project management\r\n Experience managing projects with limited supervision\r\n Experience performing basic data analysis\r\n Experience with or knowledge of Maryland's AHEAD Primary Care Programs\r\n\r\n\r\n

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.\r\n

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).\r\nComplete applications must be submitted by the closing date.Information submitted after this date will not be added.\r\nIncorrect application forms will not be accepted.Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.\r\nCandidates may remain on thecertified 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.\r\n

BENEFITS

\r\nContractual 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.\r\nLeave 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.\r\n\r\n

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.\r\nIf additional information is required, the preferred method is to upload. If you are unable to upload, please fax the requested informationto 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.\r\nFor questions regarding this recruitment, please contact theMDH Recruitment and Selection Division at 410-767-1251.\r\nIf 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 orApplication.Help@maryland.gov.\r\nAppropriate accommodations for individuals with disabilities are available upon request by calling: 410-767-1251 or MD TTY Relay Service 1-800-735-2258.\r\nWe thank our Veterans for their service to our country.\r\nPeople with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.\r\nAs an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruitment, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State's diversity.\r\nMDHMedCare\r\n