Coordinator of Special Programs II

Cecil County Health Department; Elkton (MD); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

The Cecil County Health Department is seeking a program lead to drive the Connect to Care collaboration, oversee the FindHelp expansion, and manage the CHW Network and Community of Practice. You will design training modules, establish expansion protocols, and maintain strong partnerships with multiple stakeholders to sustain the program infrastructure.

The role emphasizes cross-agency coordination, grant writing, and program management in a dynamic, stakeholder-driven environment.

Qualifications

• One year of professional experience coordinating health programs or referring people to resources.
• Substitution of 30 college credit hours for the required experience.
• Experience working with governmental and private resources in health-related programs.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Cecil County Connect to Care collaborative program and oversee program components.
• Oversee FindHelp platform expansion and CHW Network development.
• Design personnel training modules and service expansion protocols.
• Maintain cooperative relationships with partner organizations to support program infrastructure.

Skills

Project management

Grant writing

Team collaboration

Decision making

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

The main purpose of this position is to lead the Cecil County Connect to Care collaborative program by supporting partners and overseeing the Cecil County Health Department's (CCHD) program components, including the FindHelp platform expansion, the Community Health Worker (CHW) Network, and the CHW Community of Practice (CoP). This position will facilitate program network growth by designing personnel training modules, establishing service expansion protocols, and maintaining cooperative relationships with the collaborative partner organizations to support the Connect to Care program infrastructure.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

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

Experience: One year of professional experience in assisting in the coordination of a health-related program(s) or referring people to governmental and private resources.

Notes:

1. Candidates may substitute 30 college credit hours from an accredited college or university for the required experience.

2. Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a commissioned officer in Health Care Administration classifications or Civil Affairs Specialist specialty codes in the health-related field of work on a year-for-year basis for the required experience and education.

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

The preferred candidate should possess:

• Project and program management experience.
• Grant writing and reporting experience.
• Experience working well in a team environment influenced by multiple stakeholders.
• Experience pivoting in a decision-rich environment.

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

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.