ASSISTANT DIRECTOR, POLICY AND ANALYTICS UNIT (PHARMACIST) (Program Manager Senior I)

State of Maryland; Baltimore, Northern (MD, KY); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Maryland is seeking an Assistant Director for the Policy and Analytics Unit within the Office of Pharmacy Services on a management track. The role provides pharmacy policy expertise, directs strategic projects using drug utilization data, and oversees PPS and CS divisions. The position supports hybrid telework in Maryland.

The candidate will drive drug coverage policies, budget forecasting, and align with national/regional policies to improve program outcomes.

Qualifications

• Valid Maryland Pharmacist license from the MD Board of Pharmacy.
• Six years of professional management experience, including three years supervising staff.
• Three years of clinical pharmacy experience with policy development or procedures.
• Two years of experience in drug technology monitoring or policy development.
• Two years of outcome/cost-based studies experience.

Responsibilities

• Oversight of the Policy and Analytics Unit and related divisions.

Skills

Pharmacy policy leadership

Data analytics

Budget forecasting

Staff supervision

Strategic project management

Education

PharmD (Pharmacy)

Job description

Introduction

RECRUITMENT REPOST. PREVIOUS APPLICANTS NEED NOT REAPPLY.

GRADE

23

LOCATION OF POSITION

MDH Office of Pharmacy Services
Policy and Analytics Unit
300 W. Preston Street
Baltimore MD 21201

Main Purpose of Job

The main purpose of this position is to serve as the Assistant Director, Policy and Analytics (P&A) Unit and primary pharmacy-related policy expert for the Office of Pharmacy Services (OPS). This includes oversight of pharmacy related policies and requires high level pharmacy expertise to initiate, plan, design and execute strategic projects utilizing drug utilization trends, cost containment measures, budget forecasting, national and regional policies, in order to develop drug coverage policies by the Program. This position oversees the functions of the P&A Unit, the Pharmacists Professional Services (PPS) and the Clinical Services (CS) Divisions. This position is eligible for hybrid telework.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• A valid Maryland Pharmacist license from the MD Board of Pharmacy
• A Doctorate degree (Pharm D) in Pharmacy from an accredited college or university
• Six (6) years of professional management experience, including a minimum of three (3) years of experience supervising other professional staff
• Three (3) years of professional experience in clinical pharmacy, and one of the following: overseeing and coordinating the general operation of a unit, data analytics, applying rules and regulations or exercising responsibility for the development of policies and procedures
• Two (2) years of experience in monitoring emerging drug technologies, as well as, recommending and implementing drug coverage policies OR Two (2) years of experience in developing drug coverage policies using drug utilization, cost, budget limitations, and national/regional policies related to pharmacy services
• Two (2) years of Outcome/Cost-based studies experience
• Two (2) years of experience planning, initiating, and implementing innovative ideas in the Pharmacy arena

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Desired candidates should be a self-starter and self-motivated and have experience creating, maintaining and managing drug pipeline reports (minimum of two years); experience with pharmacological data analytics; and, Board of Pharmacy Specialties (BPSW) certification.

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS

Applicants must possess a valid Maryland Pharmacist license from the MD Board of Pharmacy. Please upload your license and certification to the application.

SELECTION PROCESS

This is a Management Service position and serves at the pleasure of the Appointing Authority. A Resume must be uploaded to your application. 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. 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

EEO and Accommodations

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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.

Appropriate accommodations for individuals with disabilities are available upon request by calling: 410-767-1251 or MD TTY Relay Service 1-800-735-2258.