AGENCY GRANTS SPECIALIST SUPERVISOR

Introduction

THIS RECRUITMENT IS LIMITED TO CURRENT EMPLOYEES OF THE MDH BEHAVIORAL HEALTH ADMINISTRATION ONLY.\r\n

GRADE

STD0018

LOCATION OF POSITION

MDH Behavioral Health Administration\r\nCatonsville, MD 21228\r\n

Main Purpose of Job

The Agency Grants Specialist Supervisor – Grants Unit of the Behavioral Health Administration (BHA) is responsible for providing general oversight of financial transactions associated with the administration of the Maryland Department of Health-Behavioral Health Administration. The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration branch of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (SAMHSA). The initiatives funded under the SOR, Mental Health Block Grant, Substance Use Block grant award are designed to increase/expand access to treatment and recovery support, advance substance use prevention in coordination with other Federal efforts and improve retention in care using a chronic care model. Such initiatives will also help to deliver evidence-based treatment interventions that include medications that are FDA approved, specifically for Opioid Use Disorder (OUD) and psychosocial interventions, design primary and secondary prevention methods, and place greater emphasis on peer and other recovery support.\r\nThe Agency Grants Specialist Supervisor will be responsible for oversight and financial management of grant award funds, in cooperation with designated BHA program staff, to ensure fiscal compliance with the terms of the federal and mental health awards. Additionally, the Supervisor will provide daily supervision of Grants Specialists who provide any level of general administrative and/or financial support functions. This position will coordinate and process the awarding of funds to Local Health Departments (LHD’s) and Core Service Agencies (CSA’s) and manage the on-going fiscal pre and post award activities in support of each funded jurisdiction/agency. The position will ensure accuracy of data and the timely submission of information to various internal and external units/agencies; facilitate effective communication between fiscal and program staff within the Behavioral Health Administration, and between the BHA and the Local Addiction Authorities (LAA), Local Behavioral Health Authorities (LBHA). The position will assist in the reviewing and monitoring of project expenditures and submissions, and assist in the and monitoring of Conditions of Award (COA’s) in relationship to approved budgets.\r\n

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Experience:�Nine years of experience in grant evaluation and monitoring or budget preparation, presentation and execution.\r\n\r\n\r\nNotes:\r\n\r\n\r\n1. Candidates may substitute the possession of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university and five years of experience in grant evaluation and monitoring or budget preparation, presentation and execution for the required experience.\r\n\r\n\r\n2. Candidates may substitute graduate education from an accredited college or university in accounting, business administration, economics, finance, political science or public administration at a rate of 30 credit hours for five years of the required experience.\r\n\r\n\r\n3. Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service� experience as a commissioned officer in the Budget Officer classifications or Financial Management specialty codes in the Budgeting field of work on a year-for-year basis for the required experience.\r\n\r\n

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

The desired candidate should possess the following:\r\n\r\n\r\n Experience in a supervisory role related to grant administration and/or financial management.\r\n Experience training staff in grant administration, financial management or related functions.\r\n Experience managing grants, including oversight of grant applications, budgets and expenditures.\r\n Experience working with state and/or federal programs, ensuring compliance with applicable policies and regulations.\r\n\r\n\r\n

LIMITATIONS ON SELECTION

THIS RECRUITMENT IS LIMITED TO CURRENT EMPLOYEES OF THE MDH BEHAVIORAL HEALTH ADMINISTRATION ONLY.\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 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.\r\n

BENEFITS

STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS\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 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.\r\nFor questions regarding this recruitment, please contact the�MDH 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 or�Application.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\n