MDH Board of Examiners of Psychologists

The Executive Director of the Board of Examiners of Psychologists provides a range of administrative functions to support the Board’s activities and further its goals and objectives in coordination with the Maryland Department of Health (MDH). The mission of the Board is to serve and protect the public, regulate the practice of psychology, promote quality, and ensure competent and ethical health care providers. In addition, this management position administers the statutory mandates of the Psychology Practice Act, implements board decisions, staff supervision, provides public information, oversees application and examination processes, complaint and discipline processes, administrative rule-making, budgetary functions, and policy development.

Qualified candidates must possess a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university and six years of health or human services administrative or professional experience, including three years at a supervisory or managerial level. A Master's degree from an accredited college or university will substitute for one year of the general experience and a Doctorate will substitute for two years of the general experience. Additional experience will substitute on a year-for-year basis for the college degree.

Desired candidates should possess experience in public health, healthcare policy, and healthcare administration. The ideal candidate should also have experience working with a Board of Directors, as well as background in strategic planning, quality assurance, and legislative and regulatory matters. Additionally, experience in staff supervision, data management, excellent report writing, and strong communication skills is desired.

This is a Management Service position and serves at the pleasure of the Appointing Authority. A resume must be uploaded to your application at time of submission.

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.

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.

STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS

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 [email protected]. 

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.

All applications/resumes/CVs must be submitted online by May 26, 2026, at 11:59:00 PM.

Apply to Recruitment#: 26-005476-0012

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