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Drug and Alcohol Licensing Specialist, DDAP-April 2024

Pennsylvania

Apr 1, 2026

About Drug and Alcohol Licensing Specialist, DDAP

　　Drug and Alcohol Licensing Specialist, DDAP

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　　Drug and Alcohol Licensing Specialist, DDAP

　　Salary

　　$54,181.00 - $82,387.00 Annually

　　Location

　　*Home Headquartered, PA

　　Job Type

　　Civil Service Permanent Full-Time

　　Job Number

　　CS-2023-73056-38010

　　Department

　　Department of Drug & Alcohol Programs

　　Division

　　DA Lcnsng Op Div

　　Opening Date

　　01/17/2024

　　Closing Date

　　1/30/2024 11:59 PM Eastern

　　Job Code

　　38010

　　Position Number

　　50691443

　　Union

　　FOP Lodge 92

　　Bargaining Unit

　　Pay Group

　　ST07

　　Bureau / Division Code

　　00743100

　　Bureau / Division

　　Bureau of Program Licensure/Licensing Operations Division

　　Worksite Address

　　Home Headquartered

　　City

　　Home Headquartered

　　Contact Name

　　Victoria Shay-Murry

　　Contact Email

　　[email protected]

　　Description

　　Benefits

　　Questions

　　THE POSITION

　　Are you looking for a rewarding career with a powerful mission? Do you enjoy making a difference and being a part of a great team? If so, the Department of Drug and Alcohol Programs is looking for you!

　　The Department of Drug and Alcohol Programs is looking for a highly motivated, detail-oriented professional with data reporting, technical assistance and problem-solving skills. As a Licensing Specialist in the Bureau of Program Licensure, Division of Licensing Operations, you have the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of Pennsylvanians receiving treatment for substance use disorder.

　　This position travels extensively to facilities located in urban, suburban and rural areas of the Commonwealth.

　　DESCRIPTION OF WORK

　　As a Drug and Alcohol Licensing Specialist, you will be responsible for ensuring drug and/or alcohol treatment facilities and recovery houses are providing drug and/or alcohol treatment services/rehabilitative services to individuals with complex addictions and co-occurring disorders in a safe environment where effective treatment can be provided. These facilities range from drug and alcohol recovery houses, hospital-based medically managed detoxification to outpatient treatment. You will be responsible for determining federal and state regulatory licensing compliance, providing technical assistance, consultation and administrative support and acting as a liaison between drug and alcohol treatment facilities, recovery houses and other service providers, federal and state government entities, and funding sources.

　　Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description. (https://careers.employment.pa.gov/pd/PD_NEOGOV.asp?p=50691443)

　　Work Schedule and Additional Information:

　　Full-time employment.

　　Work hours are 8:30 am to 5:00 pm, Monday - Friday, with 60-minute lunch.

　　Frequent travel required, including some overnight travel; overtime as needed.

　　Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.

　　You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

　　REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

　　QUALIFICATIONS

　　Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

　　One year of professional experience gathering and analyzing information in a social services, human services, healthcare services, or law enforcement program;or

　　An equivalent combination of experience and training.

　　Necessary Special Requirement:

　　You must possess an active motor vehicle license.

　　Other Requirements:

　　You must meet the PA residency requirement (https://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx) . For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link (https://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx) and click on Residency.

　　You must be able to perform essential job functions.

　　How to Apply:

　　Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).

　　If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.

　　Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.

　　Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.

　　Veterans:

　　Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. §7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans’ Preference tab or contact us at [email protected] .

　　Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):

　　711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).

　　If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

　　The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.

　　EXAMINATION INFORMATION

　　Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).

　　Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.

　　Your score is valid for this specific posting only.

　　You must provide complete and accurate information or:

　　your score may be lower than deserved.

　　you may be disqualified.

　　You may only apply/testoncefor this posting.

　　Your results will be provided via email.

　　Learn more about our Total Rewards by watching this shortvideo (https://www.youtube.com/embed/HtcSRnndflc?rel=0) !

　　Health & Wellness

　　We offer multiple health plans so our employees can choose what works best for themselves and their families. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health coverage, vision, dental, and wellness programs.*

　　Compensation & Financial Planning

　　We invest in our employees by providing competitive wages and encouraging financial wellness by offering multiple ways to save money and ensure peace of mind including multiple retirement and investment plan options.

　　Work/Life Balance

　　We know there’s more to life than just work! Our generous paid leave benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, six weeks of paid parental leave, military leave, and paid time off for most major U.S. holidays, as well as flexible work schedules and work-from-home opportunities.*

　　Values and Culture

　　We believe in the work we do and provide continual opportunities for our employees to grow and contribute to the greater good. As one of the largest employers in the state, we provide opportunities for internal mobility, professional development, and the opportunity to give back by participating in workplace charitable giving.

　　Employee Perks

　　Sometimes, it is the little “extras” that make a big difference. Our employees receive special employee-only discounts and rates on a variety of services and memberships.

　　For more information on all of these Total Rewards benefits, please visitwww.employment.pa.gov and click on the benefits box.

　　*Eligibility rules apply.

　　Do you possess a current driver's license which is not under suspension?

　　Yes

　　If you answered "Yes" to the previous question, please provide the issuing state and license number. If you answered "No" type N/A in the box.

　　How much full-time professional experience do you possess gathering and analyzing information in a social services, human services, healthcare services, or law enforcement program?

　　1 but less than 2 years

　　Less than 1 year

　　None

　　If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experiencemustalso be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below.

　　How much graduate coursework in behavioral sciences, education, public health, nursing or allied health sciences have you completed?

　　If you are claiming credits/degree, you must upload a copy of your college transcript(s) for this education to be considered in the eligibility decision. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. You must attach your transcript(s) prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add a transcript(s) to the application after it has been submitted.

　　If you answer this question based on education acquired outside of the United States, you must also upload a copy of your foreign credential evaluation. For more information on foreign education credentials, please visithttps://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx#q3and click on Other Information.

　　30 credits or more

　　Less than 30 credits

　　None

　　You must complete the supplemental questions below. These supplemental questions are the exam and will be scored. They are designed to give you the opportunity to relate your experience and training background to the major activities (Work Behaviors) performed in this position. Failure to provide complete and accurate information may delay the processing of your application, or result in a lower-than-deserved score or disqualification. Youmustcomplete the applicationandanswer the supplemental questions. Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position or to determine your score.

　　All information you provide on your application and supplemental questions is subject to verification. Any misrepresentation, falsification or omission of material facts is subject to penalty. If requested, you must provide documentation, including names, addresses, and telephone numbers of individuals who can verify the validity of the information you provide in the application and supplemental questions.

　　Read each work behavior carefully. Determine and select which "Level of Performance" most closely represents your highest level of experience/training. List the employer(s)/training source(s) from your Work or Education sections of the application where you gained this experience/training.The "Level of Performance" you choose for each work behavior must be clearly supported within the description of the experience and training information entered in your application or your score may be lowered.In order to receive credit for experience, you must have worked in a job for at least six months in which the experience claimed was a major function.

　　If you have read and understand these instructions, please click on the "Yes" button and proceed to the exam questions.

　　If you have general questions regarding the application and hiring process, please refer to ourFAQ page (https://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx) .

　　Yes

　　WORK BEHAVIOR 1 – INSPECTIONS

　　Conducts on-site licensing inspections and complaint/incident investigations of profit, non-profit, and county government-managed drug and alcohol treatment programs to ensure compliance with federal and state laws, regulations, and standards. Identifies deficiencies and makes recommendations to correct deficiencies.

　　Levels of Performance

　　Select the Level of Performance that best describes your claim.

　　A. I have experience conducting on-site licensing inspections AND complaint/incident investigations of profit, non- profit, and county government-managed drug and alcohol treatment programs; and identifying deficiencies. I have made recommendations to correct deficiencies.

　　B. I have experience conducting on-site licensing inspections AND complaint/incident investigations of profit, non- profit, and county government-managed drug and alcohol treatment programs; and identifying deficiencies. I DO NOT have experience making recommendations to correct deficiencies.

　　C. I have experience conducting on-site licensing inspections OR complaint/incident investigations of profit, non- profit, and county government-managed drug and alcohol treatment programs; and identifying deficiencies.

　　D. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to investigative practices, ethics and compliance, compliance monitoring, or quality control.

　　E. I have NO experience or training related to this work behavior.

　　In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.

　　The name(s) of your employer(s) where you gained this experience

　　Details regarding your experience conducting on-site licensing inspections

　　Details regarding your experience conducting complaint/incident investigations

　　Examples of the types of recommendations you made to correct deficiencies

　　If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below.

　　College/University

　　Course Title

　　Credits/Clock Hours

　　WORK BEHAVIOR 2 – TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE

　　Answers complaint calls and provides technical assistance to various stakeholders including consumers, families, program administrators, and other professionals on issues regarding compliance, interpretation of regulations, provision of services, and implementation of new licensed activities.

　　Levels of Performance

　　Select the Level of Performance that best describes your claim.

　　A. I have experience answering complaint calls and providing technical assistance to various stakeholders including consumers, families, program administrators, and other professionals on issues regarding compliance, interpretation of regulations, provision of services, and implementation of new licensed activities. This experience was in a DRUG AND ALCOHOL treatment facility setting.

　　B. I have experience answering complaint calls and providing technical assistance to various stakeholders including consumers, families, program administrators, and other professionals on issues regarding compliance, interpretation of regulations, provision of services, and implementation of new licensed activities. This experience was in a human services setting OTHER THAN a drug and alcohol treatment facility.

　　C. I have experience answering complaint calls and providing technical assistance in a setting other than human services.

　　D. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to communications, speech, or public relations.

　　E. I have NO experience or coursework related to this work behavior.

　　The name(s) of your employer(s) where you gained this experience

　　The setting in which you answered complaint calls and provided technical assistance

　　College/University

　　Course Title

　　Credits/Clock Hours

　　WORK BEHAVIOR 3 – ANALYSIS OF DOCUMENTS

　　Reviews and analyzes administrative documents for compliance such as program policies, procedures, and plans. Determines education/experiential compliance based on personnel record reviews. Reviews client/patient records to determine compliance with activity specific regulations. Identifies issues/non-compliance regarding stated regulations.

　　Levels of Performance

　　Select the Level of Performance that best describes your claim.

　　A. I have experience reviewing and analyzing administrative documents for compliance such as program policies, procedures, and plans; determining education/experiential compliance based on personnel record reviews; reviewing client/patient records to determine compliance with activity specific regulations; and identifying issues/non-compliance regarding stated regulations. This experience was in a DRUG AND ALCOHOL treatment facility setting.

　　B. I have experience reviewing and analyzing administrative documents for compliance such as program policies, procedures, and plans; determining education/experiential compliance based on personnel record reviews; reviewing client/patient records to determine compliance with activity specific regulations; and identifying issues/non-compliance regarding stated regulations. This experience was in a setting OTHER THAN a drug and alcohol treatment facility.

　　C. I have experience reviewing documents for accuracy such as program policies, procedures, plans, personnel records, or client/patient records.

　　D. I have NO experience related to this work behavior.

　　The name(s) of your employer(s) where you gained this experience

　　The setting in which you reviewed and analyzed administrative documents and identified issues/non- compliance

　　WORK BEHAVIOR 4 – WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS

　　Completes various internal inspection forms. Prepares deficiency reports that substantiate areas of non-compliance with regulations identified during inspections or complaint/incident investigations. Prepares a narrative summary for each facility which identifies critical issues for management's attention.

　　Levels of Performance

　　Select the Level of Performance that best describes your claim.

　　A. I have experience completing various internal inspection forms; preparing deficiency reports that substantiate areas of non-compliance with regulations identified during inspections or complaint/incident investigations; and preparing narrative summaries for each facility which identify critical issues for management's attention. This experience was in a DRUG AND ALCOHOL treatment facility setting.

　　B. I have experience completing various internal inspection forms; preparing deficiency reports that substantiate areas of non-compliance with regulations identified during inspections or complaint/incident investigations; and preparing narrative summaries for each facility which identify critical issues for management's attention. This experience was in a setting OTHER THAN a drug and alcohol treatment facility.

　　C. I have experience preparing technical or narrative reports not related to inspections or complaint/incident investigations.

　　D. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to English composition, technical writing, or report writing.

　　E. I have NO experience or coursework related to this work behavior.

　　The name(s) of your employer(s) where you gained this experience

　　The setting in which you completed inspection forms, deficiency reports, and narrative summaries

　　College/University

　　Course Title

　　Credits/Clock Hours

　　Required Question

　　Agency

　　Commonwealth of Pennsylvania

　　Address

　　613 North Street

　　Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, 17120

　　Website

　　http://www.employment.pa.gov

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