Disease Control Program Manager (Manager III), Grade M3

Please note: The salary range above represents this position’s earning potential. The anticipated hiring range for this position will be $101,474 to $164,367, based on the candidate’s qualifications and experience.

WHO WE ARE

Montgomery County is located adjacent to Washington, D.C., and with over one million residents, is the most populous County in the State of Maryland. The County is also the most diverse County in the State and ranks among the top ten most diverse Counties in the nation. Montgomery County contains many major U.S. government offices, scientific research and learning centers, and business campuses.

The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) is responsible for delivery of the County’s public health and human services that meets the needs of our community’s most vulnerable children, adults and seniors. The Department provides services through more than 120 programs at more than 20 locations. With over 2,000 employees, the Department of Health and Human Services is the largest County Department.

As a department, we believe the health and wellness of the county can only be achieved by ensuring that every resident has fair opportunities to reach their fullest potential. This means access to quality housing, transportation, education, employment, health care, human services, safe neighborhoods, and healthy food. HHS provides critical services for residents who face a variety of obstacles in achieving their full potential. HHS plays an essential role in building a healthy and strong community.

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR

The Disease Control Program provides investigation and related activities for reportable diseases.  This is a Code of Maryland Regulation (COMAR) mandated program.   We are seeking an individual with experience in working with communicable disease control and prevention and supervision of an interdisciplinary team.  We look forward to welcoming an individual who embraces and thrives in a dynamic working environment, has strong communication and collaboration skills, and enjoys working with a diverse community.

Key Responsibilities:

As a manager/supervisor of unionized employees, this position has a responsibility for fostering a positive labor relations environment based on mutual trust, respect, and cooperation.

1. Evening and Weekend Hours: This position requires the ability to work some evenings and weekends.

2. Working Offsite Locations:  This position requires the ability to attend meetings or perform work at locations outside the office.

3. Financial Disclosure Requirement:  The selected candidate will be required to complete and submit a Financial Disclosure Statement. 

Experience: Five (5) years of progressively responsible professional experience overseeing a disease control and prevention program, including supervision of staff and management of contracts and grants.

Education: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s Degree. 

Equivalency: An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted.  Note: Based upon legislative requirements, some positions may be subject to different minimum qualifications. 

License: Possession of a valid Class "C" (or equivalent) driver’s license from the applicant's state of residence when required for job-related duties

Preferred Criteria:  

The applications of those individuals meeting the minimum qualifications will be reviewed to determine the extent, relevance of training, and experience in the following areas: