Job Description

GRADE ASTD15

LOCATION OF POSITION

MDH Board of Podiatric Medical Examiners 4201 Patterson Avenue Baltimore, MD 21215

Main Purpose of Job

The main purpose of this full-time position will be to serve as an assistant investigator to the primary/senior investigator for the following 7 Health Occupations Boards:

• Long-Term Care Administrators
• Acupuncture
• Podiatry
• Speech Language Pathology/Audiology/Hearing Aide Dispensers/Music Therapists
• Residential Child Care Administrators
• Dietetic Practice
• Environmental Health Specialists

This position will report directly to the Supervisor of Investigators and will function as an independent, self-directed investigator directly responsible for planning, case review, investigation, thorough analysis and determining the strategy necessary to properly prepare a case for prosecution and/or alternative resolution. This position will also assist the primary/senior investigator on some assigned cases and will serve as the primary investigator on other cases.
Additionally, this position will:

• Conduct highly confidential investigations of assigned complaints lodged against health practitioners for fraud, misconduct, or incompetence, by patients, other practitioners, attorneys, and other individuals.
• Document investigative findings through professional and thorough written reports. Serve subpoenas and disciplinary sanctions.
• Investigate persons applying for reinstatement of licensure after disciplinary sanctions have been lifted.
• Coordinate investigations with Board Counsel, assigned Board Member for case, and Administrative Prosecutor, as needed.

Please Note : This position is hybrid telework eligible.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Experience : Six years of experience conducting criminal investigations, including the preparation of analyses and reports for use in legal proceedings.

Notes :

1. Candidates may substitute the possession of a Bachelor's degree in the field of criminal justice, criminology, law enforcement or an allied health field (such as nursing, pharmacy, psychology, social work, nutrition, dietetics, speech pathology, audiology) from an accredited college or university and two years of experience conducting criminal investigations, including the preparation of analyses and reports for use in legal proceedings for the required experience.

2. Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a commissioned officer in Investigator, Police and Intelligence Specialist classifications or Investigator, Police and Intelligence specialty codes in the criminal investigation field of work on a year-for-year basis for the required experience.

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

The desired candidate should possess:

• Direct investigative experience involving investigative reporting, evidence documentation, and preparation of clear, well-structured written findings
• Law enforcement and/or EEO experience conducting investigations
• Experience analyzing complex information, assessing credibility, and synthesizing findings
• Experience conducting interviews and gathering documentary and/or evidential materials
• Strong written communication skills, particularly experience preparing detailed, accurate, and legally defensible reports
• Experience demonstrating sound judgment, attention to detail, and strong organizational skills

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.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Employees in this classification may be required to have daily use of a motor vehicle while on official State business. Standard mileage allowance will be paid for use of a privately owned vehicle.

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

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 Application.Help@maryland.gov.

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.

Job Tags

Full time, Remote work

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