Regional Agency Director jobs in Maryland

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TOTAL COMPENSATION PACKAGE:
Frederick County offers an extensive compensation package to reflect how highly we value our employees. The following is what you can expect in your first year as a full time benefited Frederick County Government employee.
 

• 11 days of Vacation leave with increase after 2 years of employment
• 15 days of Sick leave with unlimited annual carryover 
• 11 paid scheduled holidays, plus 2 additional floating holidays
• Day 1 coverage of comprehensive Medical Insurance Plan options to include generous County HSA contribution (if enrolled in the high-deductible plan). This is part of a full range of benefits including Dental, Vision, and Flexible Spending
• 100% County paid 2x annual salary Group Term Life Insurance and AD&D benefit
• Work/Life balance programs include: Employee Assistance Program and Employee Wellness Program
• Generous Tuition Reimbursement Program
• County and Employee funded Defined Benefit Pension Plan
  • Vesting after 5 years of service (effective 7/1/2024)
  • Additional service credit for eligible previous public service, military service, etc.
• Other employee paid benefits such as Deferred Compensation Plan, Legal Resources, Supplemental Life Insurance, Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital Indemnity Insurance, etc.

• Supervise, train, discipline and evaluate staff 
• Develop and administer the Area Plan for the AAA in accordance with state and federal policies and procedures to ensure a comprehensive system of services are provided; develop methods of evaluating AAA programs
• Inform the Maryland Department of Aging (MDoA) of any changes from the approved plan; oversee and sign grant assurances that require the Division to uphold federal and state law requirements
• As mandated by state law, serve as the Public Guardian for persons age 65 who have been declared incompetent by the Circuit Court; AAA Director acts on behalf of the Circuit Court and makes health care and living arrangement decisions including end of life care; responds to legal inquiries and correspondences 
• In collaboration with leadership, provide long term strategic planning for programs and services to address the growing senior population and funding sources
• Work collaboratively with Department of Social Services (DSS) staff who provide on-site supervision of Senior Care staff; offer county specific guidance concerning policies; attend Department of Social Services / Senior Care monthly staff meetings   
• Assist with the preparation of the Senior Care Annual Plan and monitor expenditures in collaboration with staff from the Department of Social Services
• Prepare and submit applications to continue existing grants; ensure proper implementation, monitoring and administration of programs and funds after receiving grant funds; research and apply for grant opportunities
• Oversee the preparation of grants and quarterly fiscal reports including yearly close-out reports; manage, monitor and approve/deny grant expenditures; project revenues for grants; maintain compliance with grant terms
• Oversee annual program monitoring by MDoA of state and federal grants
• Monitor financial performance and provide resolution of fiscal issues 
• Assist with the preparation of the Division’s operating budget, including Maryland Department of Aging (MDoA) grants, state, federal, and county funding, program income and donations/collections received; assist in the preparation of budget appeals
• Oversee annual fiscal monitoring and internal and external audit functions, ensuring staff, vendor and fiscal files are maintained in accordance with applicable record retention policies
•  Oversee the preparation and submittal of the federal Older Americans Act Performance System (OAAPS) report
• Attend federal, state and local senior-related meetings and trainings to network, share information and facilitate change  
• Assist with the preparation of quarterly reports and attend meetings of the Adult Public Guardianship Review Board; as needed make presentations to the review board
• As necessary, monitor state and federal legislation that may impact AAA activities and programs
• Ensure programs meet relevant county, state and federal standards  
• Oversee procurement actions and serve as the liaison to the Department of Procurement and Contracting for the purpose of procuring paid providers, consultants, contract instructors, as well as developing and/or reviewing Memorandums of Understanding between providers and the County  
• Ensure program records and files are properly maintained, retained and updated.
• Attend federal, state, leadership and local senior-related meetings, Senior Services Advisory Board, and trainings to network, share information and facilitate change  
• Serve as a Certified Manager for the Division
• Update and maintain the Division’s Continuity of Operations Plan (COOP)
• Actively participate in relevant professional organizations 
• Drive to local and regional meetings, hospital appointments with clients, court appearances, etc.
• Plan, manage and execute projects, programs or other duties as assigned by the Deputy Director 
• Perform other duties as assigned

• Bachelor's degree
• Minimum 8 years of progressively responsible human services work experience that must include the following (experience items may be concurrent):
  • Minimum 5 years work experience managing human services programs
  • Minimum 3 years work experience providing services to seniors, veterans and/or individuals with disabilities
  • Minimum 3 years budget and fiscal management work experience including experience writing grants  
• Minimum 2 years supervisory work experience
• Possession of a valid automobile operator's license 
• NOTE:  A combination of relevant work experience, certifications, and education specific to human service programs may be counted towards the requirements of this position. 

• Ability to maintain County Authorized Driver privileges 
• Ability to effectively implement and operate a human services program
• Working knowledge of senior-related programs and services
• Knowledge of community and long-term care Medicaid and Medicare rules and regulations
• Knowledge of the Estates and Trusts and Health General articles in the Code of Maryland Regulations (COMAR) as they relate to Public Guardianship
• Ability to effectively compile, prepare and administer a budget
• Ability to effectively supervise and direct the work of others
• Ability to effectively access and use computerized fiscal, data management and word processing systems and equipment
• Ability to effectively compile and prepare program reports, grant applications and other complex written work
• Ability to effectively establish priorities and manage multiple complex projects in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to work with the personal information of others and maintain appropriate confidentiality
• Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with local government officials, medical and legal professionals, Federal and State program administrators, clients, co-workers and the general public
• Strong math, research and data interpretation skills including the ability to compile and verify statistical information, and prepare and maintain complex records, graphics and reports
• Strong and effective written and spoken (English) communication skills, including public speaking skills
• Ability to make decisions as to the urgency of certain situations and take appropriate actions
• Ability to maintain contact with legal and medical personnel, and make decisions regarding on-going medical treatment
• Ability to make effective decisions regarding overall client care, including social, medical and personal needs that are in the best interest of the client, without regard to personal beliefs.
• Ability to weigh and analyze factors concerning appropriate placement facilities to assure the least restrictive environment
• Ability to be available to staff, medical personnel and others after work hours for guardianship concerns and emergencies

• Bachelor's degree in Human Services, Public/Business Administration, Gerontology, Education, Psychology, Social Work or a closely related field
• Master’s degree in Human Services, Public/Business Administration, Gerontology, Education, Psychology, Social Work or a closely related field
• Work experience in local government
• Additional work experience in managing human service programs

• While working in this position, the employee is required to constantly sit, walk, reach, perform repetitive motions and drive
• While working in this position, the employee is required to constantly work indoors

• Available for varied evening and weekend work hours to accommodate meetings, special events, etc.
• Ability to provide own transportation to meetings, etc.
• This position is subject to random drug testing
• May be scheduled to work during an emergency to support County operations