Introduction
GRADE
PHY 006
LOCATION OF POSITION
MDH, Dorchester County Health Department, Cambridge, MD
Main Purpose of Job
As the Appointing Authority of Dorchester County Health Department, the Health Officer provides leadership in assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating strategies to address community health needs; enforces laws and regulations that protect the health and safety of the public; assures residents have access to essential health services; monitors for, investigates, and controls disease outbreaks; and informs the public about disease prevention and promotes health behaviors.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Qualified candidates must possess a degree in medicine from an accredited college or university, a master’s degree in public health, and have two years of experience as a licensed physician working in the field of public health. Applicants may substitute five years of experience as a licensed physician working in the field of public health for the requirement of a master’s degree in public health and two years as a licensed physician working in the field of public health.
SELECTION PROCESS
This is a Management Service position and serves at the pleasure of the Appointing Authority. A resume must accompany your application. 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 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. For questions regarding this recruitment, please contact the MDH Recruitment and Selection Division at 410-767-1251. 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 410-767-4850 or Application.Help@maryland.gov. Appropriate accommodations for individuals with disabilities are available upon request by calling: 410-767-1251 or MD TTY Relay Service 1-800-735-2258. 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.
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