Administrative Specialist Ii

The main purpose of this position is to serve as part of the Administration Bureau support services for the Carroll County Health Department (CCHD). This position will perform, plan and execute administrative support services for the Carroll County Health Department's clinical support services, administration, birth and death certificates, fee collection and the main switchboard/reception. This position will also provide interpretation and translation services to Spanish-speaking clientele.

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MDH, Carroll County Health Department

Westminster, MD 21157

The main purpose of this position is to serve as part of the Administration Bureau support services for the Carroll County Health Department (CCHD). This position will perform, plan and execute administrative support services for the Carroll County Health Department's clinical support services, administration, birth and death certificates, fee collection and the main switchboard/reception. This position will also provide interpretation and translation services to Spanish-speaking clientele.

Education: Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a high school equivalency certificate.

Experience: One year of experience performing administrative staff, clerical, clerical technical, or secretarial work.

Notes:

• Candidates may substitute 30 credit hours from an accredited college or university for the required experience.
• Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a non-commissioned officer involving staff work requiring regular use of independent judgment and analysis in applying and interpreting rules and regulations in accordance with agency laws and policies on a year-for-year basis for the required experience.

Selective

Qualifications:

The selected candidate must possess one year of experience providing accurate and impartial interpretation and translation services in a bilingual capacity, with fluency in both Spanish and English (speaking, reading, and writing).

Desired Or

Preferred Qualifications:

The desired candidate should possess the following:
1. Experience/training in the use of Electronic Health Records within a healthcare setting.
2. Experience in fee collections.
3. Experience in conducting patient intake and scheduling.

Special Requirements: Candidates may be responsible for providing their own transportation as needed to access meetings, remote locations, and job destinations as assigned.

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). 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.

For questions regarding this recruitment, please contact the MDH Recruitment and Selection Division at .

Appropriate accommodations for individuals with disabilities are available upon request by calling:  or MD TTY Relay Service

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.