CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER ((MDH Chief Operating Officer I))

GRADE

MHFE0001\r\n

LOCATION OF POSITION

MDH Potomac Center/SETT (Secure Evaluation and Therapeutic Treatment), Hagerstown MD\r\n

Main Purpose of Job

The MDH Chief Operating Officer is responsible for both the organization in the absence of the\r\nCEO. This includes oversight of both the Potomac Center and SETT operations, grounds, and\r\nprograms.\r\n\r\n\r\nThe COO directs business operations and 24/7 operations of the facility through work of various\r\ndepartments to include Human Resources, Fiscal, Maintenance, Security, IT, and Quality Assurance.\r\nThe position is responsible for developing, implementing, and managing the program aspect of the annual\r\nbudgets in conjunction with the Chief Financial Officer. This includes the two separate budgets for\r\nPotomac Center (Intermediate Care Facility/State Residential Center) and SETT (Forensic\r\nResidential Center).\r\n\r\n\r\nThe position is responsible for ensuring that all services are in compliance with all\r\nFederal, State, and Licensing requirements. The COO will also assist the CEO in planning,\r\norganizing and implementing a Strategic Plan that aligns with the Mission/Vision, and policies of\r\nMDH.\r\n\r\n\r\nThe COO is a member of the Executive Board and the Senior Leadership Committee, helps lead the organization and makes decisions in the organization's best interest, and supports community outreach.\r\n

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Qualified candidates must possess a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in health, human services, business, accounting, or a management field and five years of professional administrative experience, including two years at a managerial or supervisory level.\r\n\r\n\r\nA related Master's degree from an accredited college or university will substitute for one year of the general experience.\r\n

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Desired candidates should possess experience working with the intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) and forensic populations. Experience with facility operations, budget preparations, supervision and coordination of facility management is also desired.\r\n

SELECTION PROCESS

This is a Management Service position and serves at the pleasure of the Appointing Authority. A resume must be uploaded to the application.\r\nApplicants 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.\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