SENIOR DIRECTOR, OFFICE OF GOVERNMENTAL AFFAIRS PROGRAM MANAGER SENIOR II

Main Purpose of Job The Senior Director for Governmental Affairs for the Maryland Department of Health, Behavioral Health Administration will perform an advanced level of work evaluating, analyzing, researching and developing behavioral health care services, policies and programs. This position will use data driven research to recommend policy formulation and revision of existing policy, services or programs to the Chief of Staff and Deputy Secretary, Behavioral Health Administration. The Senior Director for Governmental Affairs for the Maryland Department of Health, Behavioral Health Administration will perform an advanced level of work evaluating, analyzing, researching and developing behavioral health care services, policies and programs. This position will use data driven research to recommend policy formulation and revision of existing policy, services or programs to the Chief of Staff and Deputy Secretary, Behavioral Health Administration. The Director will initiate, plan, and coordinate responses to legislation, regulatory updates, reports, policies, and other projects as directed by the Chief of Staff and Deputy Secretary. This position will write reports and position papers to support the development and implementation of the behavioral health system. This position is telework eligible and will operate on a hybrid schedule. GRADE STD0024 LOCATION OF POSITION MDH Behavioral Health Administration 55 Wade Avenue Catonsville, MD 21228 Minimum Qualifications Qualified candidates must possess a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university and six years of administrative or professional experience, three years of experience in legislative drafting, analyzing proposed bills and monitoring the development and implementation of regulations, including two years of management or supervisory experience. A master’s degree will substitute for one year of general experience. A doctoral degree will substitute for 2 years of the general experience. Additional general experience will substitute year for year for the bachelor’s degree. Desired or Preferred Qualifications Preference will be given to applicants who possess the following desirable qualification(s). Include clear and specific information on your application regarding your qualifications. Experience with regulation development, tracking, and implementation. Experience in the management of state or federal legislative session, including identifying and monitoring legislation relevant to an administration, agency, or organization. Experience with preparing testimony for high level executives for legislation. Experience with and/or knowledge of behavioral health care services, policies, and programs. Appropriate accommodations for individuals with disabilities are available upon request by calling: View phone number on click.appcast.io or MD TTY Relay Service View phone number on click.appcast.io. 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr