State of Maryland

MDH, Maryland WIC Program, Baltimore, MD. The main purpose of this position is tocoordinate and assure productivity and staff accountability for the planning, development, implementation, and evaluation of the goals and objectives of the nutrition and breastfeeding services component of the Maryland WIC Program.. It also coordinates management evaluations of local agencies for each of the functional areas of the Maryland WIC Program to assure we are in compliance with federal regulations.. Licensed Dietitian Nutritionist (RD, or RDN, or LDN), or a Registered Nurse (RN. or CRNP), or an Internationally Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC).

unit administrator

GRADE
19\r
LOCATION OF POSITION
MDH, Maryland WIC Program, Baltimore, MD\r
Main Purpose of Job
The main purpose of this position is tocoordinate and assure productivity and staff accountability for the planning, development, implementation, and evaluation of the goals and objectives of the nutrition and breastfeeding services component of the Maryland WIC Program. It also coordinates management evaluations of local agencies for each of the functional areas of the Maryland WIC Program to assure we are in compliance with federal regulations.\r\r\rJob duties include:\r\r\r\r\r    Managing the Nutrition and Breastfeeding Services Unit;\r    Serving on state and regional nutrition and breastfeeding committees and workgroups;\r    Facilitation of management evaluationsfor each of the WIC local agencies;\r    Serving as a member of the WIC State Office Senior Staff; and,\r    Managment of assigned contracts/grants and MDH IRB requests.\r\r\r
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education:Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a high school equivalency certificate. \rExperience:Six years of administrative staff or professional work. \rNotes: \r1. Candidates may substitute 30 credit hours from an accredited college or university for each year up to four years of the required experience.\r2. Candidates may substitute the possession of a Bachelor's degreefrom an accredited college or university and two years of experience in administrative staff or professional work for the required experience. \r3. Candidates may substitute the possession of a Master's degree from an accredited college or universityfor five years ofthe requiredexperience. \r4.Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a commissioned officer involving staff work related to the administration of rules, regulations, policy, procedures and processes, or overseeing or coordinating unit operations or functioning as a staff assistant to a higher ranking commissioned officer on a year-for-year basis for the required experience. \r
DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Preferred candidates should possess the following:\r\r\r\r\r    Advanced credentials as either a Registered or\r    Licensed Dietitian Nutritionist (RD, or RDN, or LDN), or a Registered Nurse (RN\r    or CRNP), or an Internationally Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC).\r    Experience as a project manager which includes coordinating multiple teams, delegation of workload, and quality assurance of the end product.\r    Experiencewhichincludes duties such asevaluating and providing feedback to staff regardingperformance and team building.\r\r\r
LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS
Employees in this classification may be assigned duties which require the operation of a motor vehicle. Employees assigned such duties will be required to possess a motor vehicle operator's license valid in the State of Maryland.\r
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).\rComplete applications must be submitted by the closing date.Information submitted after this date will not be added.\rIncorrect application forms will not be accepted.Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.\rCandidates may remain on thecertified 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
BENEFITS
STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS\r
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.\rIf additional information is required, the preferred method is to upload. If you are unable to upload, please fax the requested informationto 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.\rFor questions regarding this recruitment, please contact theMDH Recruitment and Selection Division at 410-767-1251.\rIf 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 orApplication.Help@maryland.gov.\rAppropriate accommodations for individuals with disabilities are available upon request by calling: 410-767-1251 or MD TTY Relay Service 1-800-735-2258.\rWe thank our Veterans for their service to our country.\rPeople with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.\rAs an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruitment, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State's diversity.\r

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