Division Chief - Maternal Child Health

Salary: $85,941.00 - $133,890.00 Annually
Location : Government Center at Drumcastle, 6401 York Road, Towson, MD
Job Type: MERIT
Job Number: 04.228 08-26
Department: HHS/CLINICAL SERVICES
Opening Date: 08/28/2026

Pay Schedule XII, Grade 4M

A vacancy exists in the Bureau of Clinical Services, Department of Health and Human Services.

A list of eligible applicants will be established based on the examination as outlined below.

Current and future vacancies occurring in any Office or Department of Baltimore County General Government may be filled from the list of eligible applicants.

All interested transfer and promotional candidates must apply at this time.

List all promotions and changes in job duties due to reclassification as separate work experiences on your application.
You must include the dates of the promotions and reclassifications.

Note: Failure to complete all fields of the "Work Experience" section of the application will result in your application not being considered. A resume will not be considered in determining your qualifications for a position. Applicants selected for an interview may provide a resume at that time.

You must attach your transcript(s), license(s) and/or certification(s) to your application. Unofficial copies are acceptable.

Failure to submit proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education may result in your application not being considered. Proof of licenses, certifications, and/or education must be submitted with each application.
Examples of Duties

Under direction, plans, develops, organizes, directs, and controls the public health programs and services of a division or major area of the Department. The Center Based Services Division oversees the Baltimore County Health Centers, providing high quality immunization services and reproductive health services to county residents regardless of insurance status or ability to pay. The Division employs about 50 staff across 7 health center sites, serving several thousand clients each year.

Essential Job Duties

• Assists in the development, implementation, and assessment of public health programs, policies, and procedures.
• Plans, coordinates, and directs programs, including the supervision of professional nursing and other clinical staff.
• Assists In the recruitment, selection, and assignment of staff.
• Plans, develops, and implements training and orientation programs.
• Provides advice and consultation to professional staff and agency management regarding public health programs and activities.
• Assists in the planning and preparation of operating and grant budgets.
• Directs the preparation and maintenance of records, reports, statistics, and related correspondence.
• Establishes and maintains working relationships with officials and professional staff of other agencies and institutions.

Examples of Other Duties

• Represents the Department on various boards, committees, and commissions.
• Performs other related duties as required.

(Note: The duties and responsibilities listed above are for the purposes of determining a common set of minimum qualifications for all positions in this class. They may not include all of the essential job functions of each position in the class. Each position may not be required to perform all of the essential job functions listed.)
Qualifications

Required Qualifications
Graduation from a recognized college or university with a bachelor's degree in nursing;
Plus
At least five years' public health experience, two years of which were in a supervisory capacity.

(Additional qualifying education beyond a bachelor's degree may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for the required non-supervisory experience.)

OR

Graduation from a recognized college or university with an associate in arts degree in nursing;
Plus
At least seven years' public health nursing experience, two years of which were in a supervisory capacity.

OR

Graduation from an accredited diploma school of nursing;
Plus
At least six years' public health nursing experience, two years if which were in a supervisory capacity.

Licenses and Certificates
Possession of a valid license to practice as a professional registered nurse, issued by the Maryland State Board of Examiners of Nurses is required at the time of appointment. Possession of a valid driver's license equivalent to a noncommercial, class C Maryland driver's license is required at the time of appointment.

Proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education
Applicants are required to submit proof of education and licenses to meet the minimum qualifications of the position. Diplomas or transcripts must show the applicant's major field of study. Copies and unofficial are acceptable.

Failure to submit proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education may result in your application not being considered.

Proof of Degree Equivalency
Applicants who have obtained a degree from outside the United States of America are required to submit degree equivalence documentation from World Education Services, Inc. (www.WES.org)

Mail or deliver documents to:
ATTN: Division Chief - Maternal Child Health
Office of Human Resources
Baltimore County Government
308 Allegheny Avenue
Towson, MD 21204

You must attach your transcript(s), license(s) and/or certification(s) to your application. Unofficial copies are acceptable.

Examination Procedure
Applicants will be qualified based on an evaluation of their training and experience as stated on their application, which includes answers to the supplemental questions. Be sure to state the dates, duties and responsibilities of past and present experience clearly and completely for evaluation.
Conditions of Employment

Physical and Environmental Conditions
The work of this classification is essentially sedentary, but may include some physical activities such as standing, walking, and traveling throughout the County.

Employment Benefits for Full-Time, Merit or Classified Employees

Baltimore County General Government offers the following benefits to full-time,merit or classified employees. Some benefits vary for sworn employees of the Police and Fire Departments. New employees are eligible for benefits upon hire, unless noted otherwise.

Salary

Annual Salary review - Step increases may be granted on anniversary date based on satisfactory job performance
General Increases - Cost of living increases and adjustments may be granted as legislated.
Longevity Increases - In accordance with the specific pay schedule, a full-time merit or classified employee may receive a longevity increase, equivalent to one step, upon completion of a certain number of years of classified service with the County.

Employee Assistance Program
Our Employee Assistance Program provides confidential and professional assessment and referral assistance for employees and eligible dependents in the household who are experiencing personal problems that may be affecting work performance, job satisfaction, or overall quality of life.

Health Insurance
Health Insurance benefits elected become effective the first day of the month following the date of hire if the employee has completed online enrollment prior to that date. New employees must enroll within thirty (30) calendar days of hire. Plans offered include:

Medical, Prescription, Dental and Vision insurance.

Flexible Spending Accounts
Opportunity to set aside pre-tax dollars, through payroll deduction, for eligible unreimbursed medical care expenses and/or dependent care costs.

Life Insurance
Employees may elect basic term life insurance for themselves equal to one time the employee's annual salary, rounded to the next higher $1,000. Employees contribute a portion of the premium through monthly payroll deductions. The County also offers an Additional/Employee paid Life Insurance plan with coverage up to $100,000.

Retirement
Employees are required to participate in the Baltimore County Employees' Retirement System (ERS), with very limited exceptions.

Paid Leave
Paid benefits listed below vary depending upon the Classification.

Sick Leave
Vacation Leave
Personal Leave
Holidays
Bereavement Leave
Jury Leave
Military Leave

Baltimore County Employees Federal Credit Union
Membership in Baltimore County Employees Federal Credit Union offers a full range of savings programs, loans, checking, direct deposit, payroll deduction, savings bonds, and other financial services.

Direct Deposit
Payroll through direct deposit to the financial institution selected by employee is required.

Educational Assistance
70 to 80 percent tuition reimbursement following successful completion of pre-approved courses related to position. Amount of reimbursement and fiscal year dollar limitations vary with bargaining group.

Deferred Compensation
Nationwide Retirement Solutions offers a 457 retirement plan allowing for payroll contributions of tax deferred dollars to investment options of your choice.

Disclaimer
This is only a summary of benefits and policies in Baltimore County. Any benefit or policy may be changed at any time at the discretion of the administration. This summary does not constitute an express or implied contract, nor does it constitute a guarantee that your employment relationship will continue for any specified period of time or end only under certain conditions.
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The purpose of the supplemental questions listed below is to further evaluate your experience and education to determine your eligibility for this job classification. Answer each question accurately and thoroughly. The experience you indicate in your responses to the supplemental questions must also be described, in detail, on the Work History section of this application. If you cite experience in your response that is not included on the Work History section of this application, your application may be considered incomplete and you may not receive further consideration for this position. Questions with text answers require you to include the name of the employer/organization and dates of the specific experience.

• I have read and acknowledge the above instructions.

02

Failure to complete all fields of the "Work Experience/History" section of the application will result in your application not being considered. A resume will not be considered in determining your qualifications for this position. Applicants selected for an interview may provide a resume at that time.

• I have read and acknowledge the above statement.

03

Select the type of driver's license you currently hold. Be sure you have provided your driver's license number, class and state in the previous section of this application.

• Commercial Driver's License equivalent to a commercial, Class A Maryland Driver's License.
• Commercial Driver's License equivalent to a commercial, Class B Maryland Driver's License.
• Commercial Driver's License equivalent to a commercial, Class C Maryland Driver's License with a Passenger Endorsement.
• Non-Commercial Driver's License equivalent to a non-commercial, Class C Maryland Driver's License.
• Provisional Non-Commercial Driver's License equivalent to a Provisional Non-Commercial, Class C Maryland Driver's License.
• Driver's License Learners Permit.
• I do not have a driver's license.

04

The position you are applying for requires proof of education and/or licenses beyond high school in order to qualify. You must submit this proof as instructed on the job posting. If you do not submit the transcript(s) or license(s) by the closing date, your application will not be considered further.

• I have read and acknowledge the above instructions.

05

Select the option that best describes your combination of education and experience.

• Master's Degree in nursing plus at least three years' public health nursing experience, two years of which were in a supervisory capacity
• Bachelor's Degree in nursing plus at least five years' public health nursing experience, two years of which were in a supervisory capacity
• Associate's Degree in nursing plus at least seven years' public health nursing experience, two years of which were in a supervisory capacity
• Nursing School Diploma plus at least six years public health nursing experience, two years of which were in a supervisory capacity.
• I do not have any of the above combinations of education and experience.

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Applicants selected for an appointment to a position in Baltimore County must successfully complete an employment background investigation and a medical ex