ADMINISTRATIVE SPECIALIST I MA Transporation Screener

State of Maryland; Maryland; On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of Maryland seeks to fill a full-time contractual position for the scheduling of non-emergency transportation services within the Calvert County Health Department. The role involves screening clients, managing appointments, and ensuring compliance with program guidelines while providing excellent administrative support. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma and experience in administrative tasks, with an emphasis on communication and organization.

Benefits

Subsidized health benefits

Paid leave accrual

Dental and life insurance options

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited high school or equivalent.
• Six months of administrative or clerical experience required.
• Experience may be substituted with college credit or military service.

Responsibilities

• Schedule non-emergency transportation for Medical Assistance recipients.
• Screen clients and determine MA eligibility.
• Record appointments and verify provider eligibility.

Skills

Administrative work

Clerical skills

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Introduction

• THIS RECRUITMENT IS LIMITED TO CURRENT STATE OF MARYLAND CALVERT COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT EMPLOYEES ONLY**
  
  

GRADE

10

LOCATION OF POSITION

Calvert County Health Department

Community Health Division/Health Choice Unit

975 Solomons Island Road N.

Prince Frederick, MD 20678

Main Purpose of Job

The main purpose of this full-time contractual position is to schedule non-emergency transportation services for Medical Assistance (MA) recipients in Calvert County. This includes initial and quarterly client screening, determining MA eligibility, recording appointments, verifying provider eligibility; verifying appointments, communicating program guidelines and pertinent information to clients

Minimum Qualifications

Education: Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a high school equivalency certificate.

Experience: Six months 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.
  
  

LIMITATIONS ON SELECTION

• THIS RECRUITMENT IS LIMITED TO CURRENT STATE OF MARYLAND CALVERT COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT EMPLOYEES ONLY**
  
  

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.

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

Contractual employees who work for an agency covered under the State Employee and Retiree Health and Welfare Benefits Program, have a current employment contract and work 30 or more hours a week (or on average 130 hours per month) may be eligible for subsidized health benefits coverage for themselves and their dependents. As a contractual employee, you will be responsible for paying 25% of the premiums for your medical and prescription coverage, including any eligible dependents you have enrolled. The State of Maryland will subsidize the remaining 75% of the cost for these benefits. You can also elect to enroll in dental coverage, accidental death and dismemberment insurance, and life insurance, but will be responsible to pay the full premium for these benefits.

Leave may be granted to a contractual employee at a rate of one hour for every 30 hours worked, not to exceed 40 hours per calendar year.

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 [e-mail] .

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.