Senior Licensing Specialist

Senior Licensing Specialist - Henrico, Virginia, United States

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Senior Licensing Specialist

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Senior Licensing Specialist

• 5112889
• Henrico, Virginia, United States, 23228
• Dept of Health Professions
• Administrative Services
• Full-Time (Salaried)
• Closing at: Oct 10 2026 - 23:55 EDT
• Dept of Health Professions

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Title: Senior Licensing Specialist

State Role Title: Prog Admin Specialist I

Hiring Range: $57,188 - $67,000 commensurate with experience

Pay Band: 4

Agency: Dept of Health Professions

Location: Dept of Health Professions

Agency Website: www.dhp.virginia.gov

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

A satisfying and rewarding employment opportunity awaits you at the Virginia Department of Health Professions!

The Virginia Department of Health Profession"s (DHP) mission is to ensure safe and competent patient care by licensing health professionals, enforcing standards of practice, and providing information to health care practitioners and the public.

The Senior Licensing Specialist position serves as a subject matter expert for audit and licensure processes by providing licensing support for the Board of Social Work responsible for the licensing of clinical social workers, baccalaureate social workers, master"s social workers, music therapists, and supervisees in social work by accurately and efficiently applying laws, regulations, policies and procedures. Additonally, this position conducts the annual audits and review process for compliance with continuing education requirements for licensure renewal. Responsibilties include the review of complex applications that require detailed review and research of education, and handling conridential and sensitive information on a routine basis. Collaboration, consultation, and correspondence with agency staff, as well as outside agencies and entities are also included as routine duties.

This posting will be used to fill two Senior Licensing Specialist positions.

Minimum Qualifications

• Extensive knowledge of laws, regulations and /procedures associated with licensing and regulations.
• Demonstrated ability to thoroughly review, analyze, and evaluate applications, supporting documents,

education and legal documents, laws and regulations, and technical material to make valid

determinations and recommendations.

Ability to develop and utilize auditing plans and tools to ensure process integrity.

• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing with agency personnel, licensees, and the public, including the ability to prepare official documents, forms, and reports with accuracy and proofread routine correspondence and reports with close attention to detail, grammar and punctuation standards.
• Demonstrated problem solving skills and ability to self-organize and prioritize workflow with minimal supervision in a fast-paced working environment, while working collaboratively with Board and agency staff, the public, and others.
• Proficiency in word processing, spreadsheet, e-mail, and calendar functions; familiarity with data entry and database management system reports, and electronic file maintenance.
• Demonstrated knowledge regarding information technology, computer skills, Google applications as well as proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Demonstrated ability to manage paper and electronic files and records.
• Demonstrated knowledge of the Administrative Process Act and its application to licensure.
• Demonstrated knowledge of the Freedom of Information Act and its application to licensure and public meetings.
• Demonstrated ability to read, understand and apply laws and regulations.
• Ability to handle confidential information.

Additional Considerations

• Experience in a regulatory, legal, or healthcare environment, and in working with an agency, board, or similar public body.

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to "Your Application" in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to "Your Application" in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

DHP accepts only on-line applications. Faxed, mailed, or e-mailed applications will not be considered. Applications are accepted until 11:55 p.m. on the job closing date. Applications and/or resumes should include relevant work history and duties/responsibilities which demonstrate your qualifications for this position. Please be as detailed as possible in your application. Assumptions will not be made regarding your experience.

Supplemental Questions:

You may be required to respond to position-specific questions at the end of this application. This information may help us evaluate your credentials and qualifications for the job. Failure to respond to any questions may disqualify you from further consideration. Answers should be reflected in jobs and positions held. Statements such as "see resume", "see above", and the like will not be accepted.

• As an employee of this agency, you are required to review and sign the Department"s Confidentiality Statement, which will be retained in your personnel file.
• As an employee of this agency, you are required to review and sign the Agency"s Code of Ethics, which will be retained in your personnel file.
• As an employee of this agency, you are required to successfully complete computer systems security training prescribed by this agency and in accordance with the Virginia Information Technologies Agency (VITA). Successful completion of initial training and any subsequent updates is a condition of employment."

A criminal background check is required for this position.

Contact Information

Name: Human Resources

Phone: 000-000-0000

Email: recruitment@dhp.virginia.gov

In support of the Commonwealth's commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.

Each agency within the Commonwealth of Virginia is dedicated to recruiting, supporting, and maintaining a competent and diverse work force. Equal Opportunity Employer

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