Introduction
THIS RECRUITMENT IS LIMITED TO CURRENT STATE EMPLOYEES OF THE MDH HOWARD COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT ONLY.
GRADE
14
LOCATION OF POSITION
Howard County Health Department
8930 Stanford Blvd.
Columbia MD 21045
Main Purpose of Job
This Coordinator of Special Programs II HS position provides support for the Howard County Health Department Bureau of Assessment Planning and Communications (APC) and Howard County Local Health Improvement Coalition (LHIC) initiatives in coordination with the Community Engagement team Leadership. The work includes coordination of meetings community health education activities project coordination and management and project implementation for the designated HCHD/LHIC public education and outreach to respond to public health emergencies and to be part of an inclement weather essential personnel rotation. Program activities will necessitate evening and weekend hours on occasion. Therefore the employee must work with the Supervisor to adjust the weekly schedule when necessary to attend community events.
This position is eligible for hybrid telework.
55%Program Coordination
- Maintains knowledge of Statewide agencies facilities and community organizations providing health- related services to Howard County residents;
- Recommends plans implements and evaluates activities and strategies related to HCHD/LHIC specific programs and strategic plan objectives;
- Establishes organized virtual in person and hybrid meetings and events with clearly defined goals objectives and action items and provides follow-up to facilitate implementation of identified actions/deliverables;
- Coordinates all aspects of specified HCHD/LHIC meetings programs conferences symposia etc. including virtual in person and hybrid meeting logistics; agenda and activity development; meeting facilitation; communication; planning and implementation of actions; etc.;
- Tracks and documents data related to all activities for reporting evaluation and Quality Improvement efforts;
- Assists with updating LHIC procedures and program manuals annually and as needed to ensure they reflect current policies and requirements
35%Engagement Outreach and Communications
- Maintains liaison and cooperative relationships with a variety LHIC participating organizations and Health Department partners;
- Communicates effectively with co-workers management and cross-Departmental partners;community partners program participants and general public;
- Develops and provides accessible presentations and represent HCHD/LHIC initiatives within community partner programs and outreach to the general public in coordination with Supervisor LHIC and other Bureaus; Develops and updates website content Social Media and other LHIC Communication channels and engages members with health-related services and resources for Howard County residents
10%Other
Performs other related duties as assigned including but not limited to
- Accepts responsibility for special projects and other duties as assigned;
- Participates in appropriate professional education and training for roles and responsibilities of work assignments as requested or approved by Supervisor;
- Communicates professionally with Supervisor HCHD coworkers MDH staff and other partners and community agencies;
- Complies with HCHD/MDH policies and procedures;
- Participates in Emergency Preparedness trainings exercises or actual emergencies;
- Participates in seasonal flu clinics as approved by Supervisor;
- Serves on affiliated Health Department Committees as assigned.
- Possesses a broad understanding of HCHD services and can refer to other programs. Participates in necessary drills and exercises responds to emergencies as appropriate keeps abreast of policies and procedures in the program bureau and department. Completes all required trainings. Participates in quality improvement efforts within the program.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education: Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a high school equivalency certificate.
Experience: One year of professional experience in assisting in the coordination of a health-related program(s) or referring people to governmental and private resources.
Notes:
1. Candidates may substitute 30 college credit hours from an accredited college or university for the required experience.
2. Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a commissioned officer in Health Care Administration classifications or Civil Affairs Specialist specialty codes in the health-related field of work on a year-for-year basis for the required experience and education.
DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
The desired candidate should possess the following:
- Experience organizing and facilitating virtual hybrid and in-person meetings and events.
- Experience using Microsoft Office suite and virtual meeting platforms.
- Experience with content management with websites and social media.
- Experience coordinating facilitating and conducting health education workshops trainings and outreach events.
- Experience organizing and using written/oral communication.
LIMITATIONS ON SELECTION
THIS RECRUITMENT IS LIMITED TO CURRENT STATE EMPLOYEES OF THE MDH HOWARD COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT ONLY.
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 it is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your report all related education experience dates and hours of 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 submitted after this date will not be added.
Incorrect application forms will not be will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.
Candidates 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.
BENEFITS
FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS
Online applications are highly recommended. However if you are unable to apply onlinethe paper application (and supplemental questionnaire) may be submitted to MDH Recruitment and Selection Division 201 W. Preston St. Room 114-B Baltimore MD 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 informationto .Only additional materials that are required will be accepted for this recruitment. All additional information must be received by the closing date and time.
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We thank our Veterans for their service to our country.
People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.
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