Deputy Director, Drug Control Program

The Drug Control Program (DCP), situated within the Department’s Bureau of Health Professions Licensure, is tasked promoting prescription drug security and safe prescribing, dispensing and administration practices, and the certification of non-licensed health care professionals. DCP consists of the Massachusetts Controlled Substance Registration Program, the Prescription Monitoring Program (PMP), the Pharmaceutical and Device Manufacturer Code of Conduct (PCOC), the Drug Stewardship Program, the Medication Administration Program (MAP), the Nurse Aide Registry (NAR), the Certified Medication Aide (CMA) program, the DCP Enforcement Unit, and the Drug Formulary Commission.

The Deputy Director aids the DCP Director in managing programs and supervising staff, ensuring compliance with statutory mandates and regulations. They are involved in major regulatory and policy decisions and promote continuous program improvement.

Duties and Responsibilities (these duties are a general summary and not all inclusive):

• Establish and communicate the vision and strategic direction of assigned programs within DCP.

• Provide direct supervision and support to assigned program teams within DCP.

• Oversee the daily operations, maintenance and technical support of assigned units.

• Engage in strategic planning to determine appropriate policies and program priorities.

• Draft, revise, and finalize policy documents for assigned programs.

• Provide oversight in the response to internal and external data requests, including those from media, law enforcement, researchers and licensure boards.

• Ensure implementation of statutory and regulatory changes and grant requirements.

• Assess and review existing regulations and develop regulatory amendments.

• Analyze and draft written testimony on legislation that may impact DCP.

• Produce technical and legislative reports.

Preferred Qualifications:  

• Excellent leadership, management and interpersonal skills.

• Skilled in, and knowledgeable of, drug control regulation and regulatory enforcement.

• Experience in projects and fiscal management. 

• Background in and knowledge of public health or health care systems. 

• Experience in strategic planning, goal setting and implementation.

• Strong knowledge of at least one of the following specialty areas: legal practice, law enforcement, pharmacy or nursing.

• Ability to write, read and interpret regulations and guidelines and ability to assess the impact of those regulations on operations. 

• Demonstrated knowledge and experience in the principles and practices of information technology systems.

• Ability to communicate clearly, concisely, logically, accurately and persuasively in written, verbal and visual formats in internal, external and public settings.

• Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with other states, municipal and federal officials, non-governmental organizations, professionals and other diverse stakeholders.

DPH Mission and Vision:

The mission of the Massachusetts Department of Public Health (DPH) is to promote and protect health and wellness and prevent injury and illness for all people, prioritizing racial equity in health by improving equitable access to quality public health and health care services and partnering with communities most impacted by health inequities and structural racism.

We envision a Commonwealth with an equitable and just public health system that supports optimal well-being for all people in Massachusetts, centering those with systemically and culturally oppressed identities and circumstances.

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Pre-Hire Process:

A tax & background check will be completed on the recommended candidate as required by the regulations set forth by the Human Resources Division prior to the candidate being hired.

Education, licensure and certifications will be verified in accordance with the Human Resources Division's Hiring Guidelines.

Education and license/certification information provided by the selected candidate(s) is subject to the Massachusetts Public Record Law and may be published on the Commonwealth's website.

ADA Reasonable Accommodation:

If you require a reasonable accommodation with the application/interview process, please contact us at: EOHHS Candidate ADA Requests

For questions regarding this requisition, please contact the Executive Office of Health and Human Services Human Resources at 1-800- 510-4122 Ext. #4.

MINIMUM ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS:

Applicants must have at least (A) five (5) years of full-time or, equivalent part-time, professional, administrative, supervisory, or managerial experience in business administration, business management, public administration, public management, clinical administration or clinical management of which (B) at least one (1) year must have been in a project management, supervisory or managerial capacity or (C) any equivalent combination of the required experience and substitutions below.

Substitutions:

I. A certificate in a relevant or related field may be substituted for one (1) year of the required (A) experience.

II. A Bachelor's degree in a related field may be substituted for two (2) years of the required (A) experience.

III. A Graduate degree in a related field may be substituted for three (3) years of the required (A) experience.

IV. A Doctorate degree in a related field may be substituted for four (4) years of the required (A) experience.

Salary placement is determined by a combination of factors, including the candidate’s years of directly related experience and education, and alignment with our internal compensation structure as set forth by the Human Resources Division’s Hiring Guidelines. For all bargaining unit positions (non-management), compensation is subject to the salary provisions outlined in the applicable collective bargaining agreement and will apply to placement within the appropriate salary range.

Comprehensive Benefits

When you embark on a career with the Commonwealth, you are offered an outstanding suite of employee benefits that add to the overall value of your compensation package. We take pride in providing a work experience that supports you, your loved ones, and your future.

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An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

The Commonwealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. Research suggests that qualified women, Black, Indigenous, and Persons of Color (BIPOC) may self-select out of opportunities if they don't meet 100% of the job requirements. We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive to apply for this role.

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