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BENEFITS
SALARY: Commensurate with experience
Baltimore County, Maryland, a diverse jurisdiction of nearly 850,000 residents, seeks a dynamic and innovative public health professional to serve as the County’s Health Officer and Director of the Department of Health & Human Services. The Director is responsible for the executive management of the department, including developing and implementing departmentwide strategic planning of all administrative and programmatic functions. The Department of Health and Human Services is an umbrella organization with oversight of the Department of Health, Department of Social Services and the Local Management Board.
The Director of Health & Human Services (HHS) reports to the County Executive. The Director of HHS also serves as the Health Officer for Baltimore County.
A list of eligible applicants will be established based on the examination as outlined below.
Current and future vacancies occurring in this class may be filled from the list of eligible applicants.
This job announcement may close at any time with little or no notice. Applicants are advised to apply promptly.
All interested transfer and promotional candidates must apply at this time.
List all promotions and changes in job duties due to reclassification as separate work experience on your application. Applicants must include the dates of the promotions and reclassifications.
You mustattach your transcript(s), license(s) and/or certification(s) to your application. Unofficial copies are acceptable.
Failure to submit proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education will result in your application not being considered. Proof of licenses, certifications, and/or education must be submitted with each application.
Please attach your resume and copy of your transcript or degree(s) with this application.
NOTE:
Interested candidates may also send a cover letter and resume, directly to:
ohr_employment@baltimorecountymd.gov
Please state in the subject line, the title of the position for which you are applying.
The Director of HHS is responsible for the executive management of the department including developing and implementing department wide strategic planning of all administrative and programmatic functions. This individual plans, administers, supervises, and evaluates public health programs and activities of the Baltimore County Health Department. The Director’s duties include performing skilled, professional work in the planning, administering, and performing a variety of public health services in accordance with core public health functions and state and local public health codes, and oversees Department personnel in providing a variety of public health services (medical, environmental, home, and community-based waiver and support services) to the people of Baltimore County. In addition, the Director Oversees internal governance and administration to ensure coordination of health and human services and promotes efficiency of operations between public health and social services.
Essential Job Duties and Functions
Minimum Qualifications:
Employees hired after July 1, 2022 are required to participate in the Baltimore County Employees' Retirement System, with very limited exceptions.
Medical Examination and Employment Background Investigation
Applicants selected for an appointment to a position in Baltimore County must successfully complete a physical examination and drug screen and an employment background investigation, including, but not limited to a criminal background, education, and fingerprint check.
308 Allegheny Avenue
Towson, Maryland, 21204
SALARY: Commensurate with experience
Baltimore County, Maryland, a diverse jurisdiction of nearly 850,000 residents, seeks a dynamic and innovative public health professional to serve as the County’s Health Officer and Director of the Department of Health & Human Services. The Director is responsible for the executive management of the department, including developing and implementing departmentwide strategic planning of all administrative and programmatic functions. The Department of Health and Human Services is an umbrella organization with oversight of the Department of Health, Department of Social Services and the Local Management Board.
The Director of Health & Human Services (HHS) reports to the County Executive. The Director of HHS also serves as the Health Officer for Baltimore County.
A list of eligible applicants will be established based on the examination as outlined below.
Current and future vacancies occurring in this class may be filled from the list of eligible applicants.
This job announcement may close at any time with little or no notice. Applicants are advised to apply promptly.
All interested transfer and promotional candidates must apply at this time.
List all promotions and changes in job duties due to reclassification as separate work experience on your application. Applicants must include the dates of the promotions and reclassifications.
You mustattach your transcript(s), license(s) and/or certification(s) to your application. Unofficial copies are acceptable.
Failure to submit proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education will result in your application not being considered. Proof of licenses, certifications, and/or education must be submitted with each application.
Please attach your resume and copy of your transcript or degree(s) with this application.
NOTE:
Interested candidates may also send a cover letter and resume, directly to:
ohr_employment@baltimorecountymd.gov
Please state in the subject line, the title of the position for which you are applying.
The Director of HHS is responsible for the executive management of the department including developing and implementing department wide strategic planning of all administrative and programmatic functions. This individual plans, administers, supervises, and evaluates public health programs and activities of the Baltimore County Health Department. The Director’s duties include performing skilled, professional work in the planning, administering, and performing a variety of public health services in accordance with core public health functions and state and local public health codes, and oversees Department personnel in providing a variety of public health services (medical, environmental, home, and community-based waiver and support services) to the people of Baltimore County. In addition, the Director Oversees internal governance and administration to ensure coordination of health and human services and promotes efficiency of operations between public health and social services.
Essential Job Duties and Functions
Minimum Qualifications:
Employees hired after July 1, 2022 are required to participate in the Baltimore County Employees' Retirement System, with very limited exceptions.
Medical Examination and Employment Background Investigation
Applicants selected for an appointment to a position in Baltimore County must successfully complete a physical examination and drug screen and an employment background investigation, including, but not limited to a criminal background, education, and fingerprint check.
Employment Benefits for Full-Time, Merit or Classified Employees
Baltimore County General Government offers the following benefits to full-time,merit or classified employees. Some benefits vary for sworn employees of the Police and Fire Departments. New employees are eligible for benefits upon hire, unless noted otherwise.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Baltimore County is an equal opportunity employer and encourages minority, female and disabled applicants.
Smoke free workplace
All Baltimore County offices are smoke free.
Drug free workplace
Baltimore County provides a drug free workplace. Prospective employees are required to submit to urinalysis drug testing as part of the pre-employment physical examination.
Salary
Annual Salary review - Step increases may be granted on anniversary date based on satisfactory job performance
General Increases - Cost of living increases and adjustments may be granted as legislated.
Longevity Increases - In accordance with the specific pay schedule, a full-time merit or classified employee may receive a longevity increase, equivalent to one step, upon completion of a certain number of years of classified service with the County.
Employee Assistance Program
Our Employee Assistance Program provides confidential and professional assessment and referral assistance for employees and eligible dependents in the household who are experiencing personal problems that may be affecting work performance, job satisfaction, or overall quality of life.
Health Insurance
Health Insurance benefits elected become effective the first day of the month following the date of hire if the employee has completed online enrollment prior to that date. New employees must enroll within thirty (30) calendar days of hire. Plans offered include:
Medical, Prescription, Dental and Vision insurance.
Flexible Spending Accounts
Opportunity to set aside pre-tax dollars, through payroll deduction, for eligible unreimbursed medical care expenses and/or dependent care costs.
Life Insurance
Employees may elect basic term life insurance for themselves equal to one time the employee's annual salary, rounded to the next higher $1,000. Employees contribute a portion of the premium through monthly payroll deductions. The County also offers an Additional/Employee paid Life Insurance plan with coverage up to $100,000.
Retirement
Employees are required to participate in the Baltimore County Employees' Retirement System (ERS), with very limited exceptions.
Paid Leave
Paid benefits listed below vary depending upon the Classification.
Sick Leave
Vacation Leave
Personal Leave
Holidays
Bereavement Leave
Jury Leave
Military Leave
Baltimore County Employees Federal Credit Union
Membership in Baltimore County Employees Federal Credit Union offers a full range of savings programs, loans, checking, direct deposit, payroll deduction, savings bonds, and other financial services.
Direct Deposit
Payroll through direct deposit to the financial institution selected by employee is required.
Educational Assistance
70 to 80 percent tuition reimbursement following successful completion of pre-approved courses related to position. Amount of reimbursement and fiscal year dollar limitations vary with bargaining group.
Deferred Compensation
Nationwide Retirement Solutions offers a 457 retirement plan allowing for payroll contributions of tax deferred dollars to investment options of your choice.
Disclaimer
This is only a summary of benefits and policies in Baltimore County. Any benefit or policy may be changed at any time at the discretion of the administration. This summary does not constitute an express or implied contract, nor does it constitute a guarantee that your employment relationship will continue for any specified period of time or end only under certain conditions.
Full Time
$138k-178k (estimate)
04/12/2024
06/10/2024