Job Description
GRADE 11 LOCATION OF POSITION MDH, Carroll County Health Department Westminster, MD 21157 Main Purpose of Job The main purpose of this position is to perform administrative work at the full performance level, requiring the regular use of independent judgment and analysis to apply and interpret rules and regulations in accordance with agency laws and policies with a focus on vision and hearing screening activities and Maternal Child Health (MCH) administrative functions for the Carroll County Health Department. This position will not supervise staff but may provide guidance and support to lower-level vision and hearing screening staff. Minimum Qualifications Education : Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a high school equivalency certificate. Experience : One year of experience performing administrative staff, clerical, clerical technical, or secretarial work. Notes Candidates may substitute 30 credit hours from an accredited college or university for the required experience. Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a non-commissioned officer involving staff work requiring regular use of independent judgment and analysis in applying and interpreting rules and regulations in accordance with agency laws and policies on a year-for-year basis for the required experience. Desired Or Preferred Qualifications The desired candidate should possess the following: 1. Bilingual in Spanish and English (writing and speaking). 2. Experience conducting hearing and vision screenings. 3. Experience working with school-aged children. 4. Experience scheduling and managing follow-up correspondence, preferably in a medical or school setting. 5. Experience with data entry, report preparation, budget tracking and/or ordering and maintaining supplies. Special Requirements Candidates may be responsible for providing their own transportation as needed to access meetings, remote locations, and job destinations as assigned. 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). 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. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application. 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 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 Veter