Office of Medical Eligibility Program

Introduction

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When you join the Maryland Department of Human Services (DHS), you join a team of more than 5,000 employees across the state dedicated to positively changing the lives of more than 1 million Marylanders each year. We do this by providing economic support, preventive services, and caring for children and adults.\r
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We aim to deliver services so that we more quickly meet the needs of the people we serve. At DHS, we grapple with hard questions to find new ways to foster a culture of bold innovation. We do this to ensure that in Maryland, we leave no one behind.�\r
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LOCATION OF POSITION

Maryland Department of Human Services\r
Family Investment Administration\r
25 S. Charles St.\r
Baltimore, MD 21201\r

Main Purpose of Job

The major responsibility of this position is to supervise and manage the Office of Medical Eligibility Programs (OMEP) specialized unit (minimum of 6 FIS I/II Family Investment Specialists). This unit is made up of Retirees and Merit personnel that establish technical and financial eligibility and provide case management services for Modified Adjusted Gross Income (MAGI) and Non-MAGI medical programs in accordance with federal, state, and local regulations and procedures. This unit collaborates with the Eligibility and Enrollment System (E&E) and the Maryland Health Connections System (MHC).\r

POSITION DUTIES

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Interprets federal, state, and municipal policies, laws, rules, and regulations pertaining to the Family Investment Program. Monitors the Specialist's work to ensure that the program is accurate and in conformity with program regulations.\r
Provides technical help to specialists in difficult case situations. Provides extensive knowledge about Medical Assistance rules. Creates guidelines and procedures as needed. Participates in unique projects that require technical knowledge, such as designing and testing information systems.\r
Overall management and supervision of the unit, including task assignment, training preparation and implementation, performance reviews, etc. Leads and participates in meetings and workgroups organized by the Family Investment Administration and other federal, state, and/or local partners.\r
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MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Applicants must meet all minimum (and selective) qualifications to be considered, and to appear on the list of people eligible for hire. Please read all requirements before applying.\r
Experience: Seven years of experience, three years of experience in the administration of a human services program or experience conducting studies and analyses of programs, procedures, practices and organizations and an additional four years of�professional or technical experience in the administration of a human services program or experience conducting studies and analyses of programs, procedures, practices and organizations.\r
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1. Candidates may substitute the possession of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university and three years of experience in the administration of a human services program or experience conducting studies and analyses of programs, procedures, practices and organizations for the required experience.\r
2.�Candidates may substitute graduate level education at an accredited college or university in a human services related field at the rate of 30 credit hours per year for up to six years�of the required experience.\r
3.�Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military experience as a commissioned officer in Administrative Officer classifications or Administrative Officer specialty codes in the General, Administrative, Clerical and Office Services field of work on a year-for-year basis for the required experience.\r

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

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Preference will be given to applicants who possess the following preferred qualification(s). Include clear and specific information on your application regarding your qualifications.\r
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One year of experience implementing federal and state rules pertaining to medical assistance.\r
One year of experience understanding and implementing federal and state regulations.\r
One year of experience providing training or technical assistance to others, such as employees, stakeholders, or partners.\r

SELECTION PROCESS

Please make sure that you provide sufficient information on your application to show that you meet the qualifications for this recruitment.� Successful candidates will be placed on the eligible (employment) list for at least one year.\r
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All information concerning your qualifications must be submitted by the closing date. We will not consider information submitted after this date.\r

EXAMINATION PROCESS

The assessment may consist of a rating of your education, training, and experience related to the requirements of the position.�It is important that you provide complete and accurate information on your application.�Please report all experience and education that is related to this position.\r
For education obtained outside the U.S., a copy of the equivalent American education as determined by a foreign credential evaluation service must be provided prior to hire.\r
It is imperative to list all computer and software experience on your application pertaining to your job�duties.\r

BENEFITS

As an employee of the State of Maryland, you will have access to outstanding benefits, including: health�insurance, dental, and vision plans offered at a low cost.�CLICK ON THIS LINK FOR MORE DETAILS:�STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS.\r
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Personal Leave - new State employees are awarded six (6) personnel days annually (prorated based on start date).\r
Annual Leave - ten (10) days of accumulated annual leave per year.\r
Sick Leave - fifteen (15) days of accumulated sick leave per year.��\r
Parental Leave - up to sixty (60) days of paid parental leave upon the birth or adoption of a child.\r
Holidays - State employees also celebrate at least twelve (12) holidays per year.��\r
Pension - State employees earn credit towards a retirement pension.\r
Positions may be eligible for telework.\r
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FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

Online applications are STRONGLY preferred.� If the online application process is not available, please send your paper application and supplemental questionnaire (if applicable) to: Department of Human Services, Examination Services Unit, Attention: Dontia Walker, 25 S. Charles Street, Suite 1100, Baltimore, Maryland 21201.\r
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Or, email , toll-free: ��\r
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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 or �\r
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Do not submit unsolicited documentation.\r
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The paper application must be received by 5 PM on the closing date for the recruitment.�TTY Users: call via Maryland Relay, \r
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As an equal opportunity employer Maryland is committed to recruiting, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State's diversity.\r
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Bilingual applicants and� people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.\r
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We thank our Veterans for their service to our country and encourage them to apply.\r