DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES

• child abuse or neglect reporting
  
• customer service
  
• group home hotline: 1-866-718-5496 (toll free)

Kevin P. Guistwite, Executive Director, Child Support Administration (410) 767-7606
LaSherra Ayala, Executive Director of Family Investment (410) 767-7338
Denise L. Conway, Executive Director of Social Services (410) 767-7795
David E. Beller, Principal Counsel (410) 767-7578

311 West Saratoga St., Baltimore, MD 21201 - 3521
(410) 767-7000; 1-800-332-6347 (toll free); 1-800-732-7850 (toll free, in Spanish)
fax: (410) 333-0392; tty: 1-800-925-4434 (toll free)
web: http://dhr.maryland.gov/

Department of Human Services, 311 West Saratoga St., Baltimore, Maryland, January 2002. Photo by Diane F. Evartt.

OFFICE OF SECRETARY

Stephen Liggett-Creel, Senior Advisor to Secretary (410) 767-6958; e-mail: stephen.liggett-creel@maryland.gov
Ryan H. Lancaster, Special Assistant to Secretary (410) 767-7308; e-mail: ryan.lancaster1@maryland.gov
Latisha Brooks, Executive Assistant to Secretary (410) 767-7107; e-mail: latisha.brooks1@maryland.gov

STATE COUNCIL ON CHILD ABUSE & NEGLECT
Vacancy, Executive Director (410) 767-7868, (410) 336-3820

Vacancy, Chair (chosen by Governor)

Appointed by Governor to 3-year terms: Elizabeth J. Letourneau, Ph.D.; Joan L. Stine. Terms expire 2016.

Rabbi Faith Cantor; Janice Goldwater; Wendy Gwirtzman Lane, M.D.; Jody Levison-Johnson; Veto Anthony Mentzell, Jr.; Catherine L. Meyers; Linda R. Ramsey; Linda Robeson; Melissa S. Rock. Terms expire 2017.

Jenipher K. Cochrane; Darlene Hobson. Terms expire 2018.

Hillary C. Hollander; Danitza A. Simpson. Terms expire 2019.

Appointed by Senate President: one vacancy

Appointed by House Speaker: Susan K. McComas

Appointed by Chief Justice, Supreme Court of Maryland: one vacancy

Appointed by Secretary of Health: Courtney G. McFadden

Appointed by Secretary of Human Services: Stephen K. Berry

Appointed by Secretary of Juvenile Services: Ralph F. Jones, Jr.

Appointed by State Superintendent of Schools: John T. McGinnis

Representative of Maryland State's Attorneys' Association: Karen A. Pilarski, Esq.

CHILDREN'S JUSTICE ACT COMMITTEE
Staff: Jessica L. Wheeler (410) 697-9342; e-mail: jessica.wheeler@maryland.gov
Kelly R. Gorman (410) 697-9313; e-mail: kelly.gorman@maryland.gov
web: http://goccp.maryland.gov/juveniles/childrens-justice-act-committee/

Appointed by State Council on Child Abuse & Neglect to 3-year terms:
Thomas T. Pyles, Chair, 2020
Michelle Toba Chudow, M.D., 2020; Elizabeth A. Hall, 2020; Anne H. Hoyer, 2020; Joan L. Stine, 2020; Arnold Eby, 2021; Joan L. Little, Esq., 2021; Michael J. Stamm, 2021; Yorri Berry, 2022; Mary-Ann Burkhart, Esq., 2022; Stephanie Cooke, 2022; Kerry E. Hannan, Ph.D., 2022; Shawn Mallet, 2022; Lt. Michael Peterson, 2022; KaeShawn M. Stewart, 2022; Krista Trahan, 2022; Edward T. Kilcullen, Jr., 2023; M. Diane Shaffer, 2023; two vacancies.

STATE CITIZENS REVIEW BOARD FOR CHILDREN
(N00A0102, formerly 33.01.01.02)
FY2023 appropriation: $926,204; authorized positions: 9
Denise E. Wheeler, Administrator (410) 238-1320; fax: (410) 238-1395
e-mail: denise.wheeler@maryland.gov
web: http://dhr.maryland.gov/citizens-review-board-for-children/

Nettie Anderson-Burrs, Chair (chosen by Board, 2-year term), 2019

Appointed by Governor: one vacancy

Elected by local review boards to 2-year terms: Sandra (Kay) Farley; Rita Jones; Theresa D. Stafford, Ed.D. Terms expire 2018.

Delores Alexander; Reginald Groce, Sr.; Beatrice Lee; Benia Richardson; Davina Richardson. Terms expire 2019.

Mary Ann Bleeke. Terms expire 2020.

GOVERNOR'S COMMISSION ON MIGRATORY & SEASONAL FARM LABOR
e-mail: migrfarm6@dhr.state.md.us

Appointed by Governor:
Leon Johnson, Chair (chosen by Governor) (410) 651-1358
Earnestine B. Baker; Jeffrey F. Caruso, Esq.; Andrew H. Lohr, Jr.; Edwin D. Long, Jr.; Gilda C. McCullough; Guy Moore; Christopher D. Parker; Alma Roberts; two vacancies.

Ex officio: Kevin M. Atticks, Secretary of Agriculture; Antoinette W. Coward, designee of Secretary of Health; Rafael J. Lopez, Secretary of Human Services; Carl D. Reavis, designee of Secretary of Labor; Cvieta J. Sheridan, designee of State Superintendent of Schools; Wesley N. Musser, Ph.D., designee of Director, Maryland Cooperative Extension.

COMMISSION ON TRAUMA-INFORMED CARE
Chair (chosen by Governor): William T. Jernigan, designee of Executive Director, Governor's Office of Crime Prevention, Youth & Victim Services.

Appointed by Governor: Christina D. Bethell, Ph.D.; Heather N. Chapman; Tara N. Doaty, Ph.D.; Joyce N. Harrison, M.D.; Inga L. James, Ph.D.; Frank J. Kros; Katherine M. O'Mailey; Christina L. Peusch; Matila J. Sackor-Jones II; six vacancies.

Appointed by Senate President: Jill P. Carter; Malcolm L. Augustine.

Appointed by House Speaker: Teresa E. Reilly; one vacancy.

Ex officio: Helene T. Grady, Secretary of Budget & Management; Carol A. Beatty, Secretary of Disabilities; D'Lisa Worthy, designee of Secretary of Health; Rafael J. Lopez, Secretary of Human Services; Vincent N. Schiraldi, Acting Secretary of Juvenile Services; Lt. Col. Dalaine M. Brady, Acting Secretary of State Police; Mohammed Choudhury, State Superintendent of Schools; Claudia M. Remington, Executive Director, State Council on Child Abuse & Neglect.

TWO-GENERATION FAMILY ECONOMIC SECURITY COMMISSION
Chair: Rafael J. Lopez, Secretary of Human Services

Appointed by Governor to 4-year terms: Katherine A. Tate, 2023; Neveen H. Kurtom, Esq., 2024.

Appointed by Senate President: one vacancy

Appointed by Senate Minority Leader: one vacancy

Appointed by House Speaker: one vacancy

Appointed by House Minority Leader: Michael Griffith

Appointed by Secretary of Health to 4-year term: Robert T. Stephens, 2024

Appointed by Secretary of Human Services to 4-year term: Gloria L. Brown Burnett

Appointed by Maryland Association of Community Colleges to 4-year term: Bryan Newton, J.D.

Ex officio: Carol A. Beatty, Secretary of Disabilities; Shelly S. Choo, M.D., designee of Secretary of Health; Stuart P. Campbell, designee of Secretary of Housing & Community Development; Joseph W. (Jay) Cleary, designee of Secretary of Juvenile Services; Erin J. Roth, designee of Secretary of Labor; Sylvia A. Lawson, Ph.D., designee of State Superintendent of Schools.

Staff: Emily Bauer

c/o Office of Secretary
311 West Saratoga St., Baltimore, MD 21201 - 3521
(443) 257-0223
e-mail: emily.bauer@maryland.gov

MARYLAND COMMISSION FOR WOMEN
(N00A0103)
FY2023 appropriation: $154,896; authorized positions: 1
Judith Vaughan-Prather, Executive Director (appointed by Secretary of Human Services) (301) 610-4522
e-mail: judith.vaughan-prather@maryland.gov
web: http://dhr.maryland.gov/maryland-commission-women/

Vacancy, Program Coordinator (301) 610-4522

Appointed by Governor to 4-year terms:
Yun Jung Yang, Esq., Chair (chosen by Commission in July, 2-year term), 2023
Tawanda A. Bailey, Vice-Chair (chosen by Commission in July, 2-year term), 2024

Tamela E. Bresnahan; Kristi S. Halford; D'Yana Kaprece James; Carole Jaar Sepe. Terms expire 2023.

Deborah L. Cartee; Essita R. Duncan, Esq.; Beth Anne Langrell; Maxine G. Somerville; Tamara England Wilson, D.Min. Terms expire 2024.

Andrea G. Bottner, Esq.; Jenny Pena Dias. Ph.D.; Judith A. Emmel; Lauren Lambert; Brenda J. McChriston; Roberta Pardo; Evelyne S. Steward. Terms expire 2025.

Kathryn M. Fiddler, D.N.P.; Eugenia B. Henry, Ph.D.; Patricia McHugh Lambert, Esq.; Christine S. Lee, Ph.D., Pharm.D.; Maria B. Menucci, M.D.; Lenita A. Walker; Monica Watkins. Terms expire 2026.

OFFICE OF BUDGET & FINANCE
Stafford A. Chipungu, Chief Financial Officer (410) 767-7746; e-mail: stafford.chipungu@maryland.gov
Romaine D. Young, Deputy Chief Financial Officer for Budget (410) 767-7753; e-mail: romaine.young@maryland.gov
Margaret M. Hughes, Deputy Chief Financial Officer for Finance (410) 767-7417; e-mail: peggy.hughes@maryland.gov

ACCOUNTING OPERATIONS
Ellen A. Krillova, Director (410) 767-7716
e-mail: ellen.krillova@maryland.gov

BUDGET MANAGEMENT
Kanimu Pembamoto, Director (410) 767-2346
e-mail: kanimu.pembamoto@maryland.gov

OFFICE OF COMMUNICATIONS
Brian Schleter, Acting Director (410) 767-8944; e-mail: brian.schleter@maryland.gov
Paula L. Tolson, Deputy Director (410) 767-8947; e-mail: paula.tolson@maryland.gov
web: http://news.dhr.maryland.gov/

COUNSEL
David E. Beller, Principal Counsel (410) 767-7578; e-mail: david.beller@maryland.gov
Kathy F. Crosby, Deputy Counsel (410) 767-7726; e-mail: kathy.crosb@maryland.gov
Karen Hess Rohrbaugh, Counsel for Litigation (410) 767-7726; e-mail: karen.rohrbaugh1@maryland.gov
Jennifer E. Caffrey, Supervising Attorney for Child Support (410) 767-7726; e-mail: jennifer.caffrey1@maryland.gov


FOSTER YOUTH OMBUDS
Loney H. Nguyen, Foster Youth Ombuds (410) 767-7358
e-mail: loney.nguyen@maryland.gov

RESOURCE PARENT OMBUDS
Rebecca Rice, Resource Parent Ombuds (410) 767-9672


OFFICE OF EMPLOYMENT & PROGRAM EQUITY
Gerald G. Stansbury, Director (410) 767-7202; e-mail: gerald.stansbury@maryland.gov
Maran Taylor, Deputy Director (410) 767-7458; e-mail: maran.taylor@maryland.gov


OFFICE OF GOVERNMENT AFFAIRS
Rachel Sledge, Director (410) 767-8543
e-mail: rachel.sledge@maryland.gov


OFFICE OF INSPECTOR GENERAL
Marva M. Sutherland, Inspector General (443) 378-4060
e-mail: marva.sutherland@maryland.gov

BUREAU OF AUDIT SERVICES
Shelly-Ann Dyer, Assistant Inspector General (443) 378-4005
e-mail: shelly-ann.dyer@maryland.gov

BUREAU OF INVESTIGATIVE AUDIT
Terry P. Scates, Assistant Inspector General (443) 378-4001
e-mail: terry.scates@maryland.gov

OFFICE OF TECHNOLOGY FOR HUMAN SERVICES
(NOOF0002 & NOOF0004, formerly 33.06.00.04)
FY2023 appropriation: $144,556,846; authorized positions: 88
Kenyatta G. Powers-Rucker, Chief Information Officer (410) 767-7214; (410) 238-1204
e-mail: kenyatta.powers-rucker@maryland.gov


OPERATIONS & PLANNING
Shernelle Crawford, Acting Deputy Chief Information Officer (410) 238-1282
e-mail: shernelle.crawford@maryland.gov
APPLICATIONS SUPPORT
Nicole Pyles, Acting Program Director, (410) 238-1242; email: nicole.pyles@maryland.gov

ELECTRONIC BENEFITS TRANSFER SYSTEM
Judy Marsh, Program Manager (410) 238-0568; e-mail: judy.marsh@maryland.gov


TECHNICAL SERVICES
James Cash, Deputy Chief Information Officer for Technical Services (410) 767-7214
e-mail: james.cash@maryland.gov

INFRASTRUCTURE SUPPORT
Vacancy, Director
OFFICE OF CHIEF INFORMATION SECURITY OFFICER
Robert Isenhart, Chief Information Security Officer (410) 238-1244; e-mail: robert.isenhart@maryland.gov

OFFICE OF CHIEF TECHNOLOGY OFFICER (MD THINK)
Suresh Nair, Chief Technology Officer (410) 767-6958
e-mail: suresh.nair1@maryland.gov


CHIEF OF STAFF
Webster Ye, Chief of Staff (410) 767-8967
e-mail: web.ye@maryland.gov

DIVISION OF ADMINISTRATIVE OPERATIONS
(N00E0102)
FY2021 appropriation: $10,187,926; authorized positions: 51.63
Rainier C. Harvey, Sr., Chief (410) 767-7699; e-mail: rainier.harvey@maryland.gov
Curtis J. Murray, Deputy Chief (410) 767-9671; e-mail: curtis.murray1@maryland.gov
Cynthia E. Smith, Deputy Chief (410) 767-8950; e-mail: cynthia.smith1@maryland.gov
OFFICE OF EMERGENCY OPERATIONS

ASSET MANAGEMENT
Chianti D. Thomas, Administrator (410) 767-2112
e-mail: chianti.thomas@maryland.gov

RECORDS MANAGEMENT
Curtis J. Murray, Records Officer (410) 767-9671
e-mail: curtis.murray@maryland.gov

RISK MANAGEMENT
Terrence Clegg, Administrator (410) 767-7699
e-mail: terrence.clegg@maryland.gov

SUPPORT OPERATIONS
Kendra Jobe-Ogunshina, Assistant Chief (410) 767-6045
e-mail: kendra.jobe@maryland.gov

OFFICE OF CONSTITUENT SERVICES
Thomas Smith, Acting Director (410) 767-9725
e-mail: thomas.smith1@maryland.gov

OFFICE OF STRATEGY & PERFORMANCE
Vacancy, Director (410) 767-7710


OPERATIONS

(N00E01)
FY2023 appropriation: $25,461,302; authorized positions: 121
Appointed by Secretary of Human Services with Governor's approval:
Daniel W. Wait, Deputy Secretary for Operations (410) 767-7616
e-mail: daniel.wait@maryland.gov
OFFICE OF LEGAL SERVICES
(N00A0104, formerly N00C0104, formerly 33.03.01.04)
FY2023 appropriation: $13,076,941; authorized positions: 3
Tenika Rawlings, Director (410) 767-3193
e-mail: tenika.rawlings@maryland.gov
web: http://dhr.maryland.gov/maryland-legal-services-program/

OFFICE OF LICENSING & MONITORING
Robin Harvey, Director (410) 767-7447
e-mail: robin.harvey2@maryland.gov

OFFICE OF MINORITY BUSINESS ENTERPRISE
Vacancy, Director (410) 767-1693

OFFICE OF PROCUREMENT
Nneka Willis-Gray, Director (410) 767-7675
e-mail: nneka.willis-gray@maryland.gov

PROGRAMS

Appointed by Secretary of Human Services with Governor's approval:
Carnitra D. White, Principal Deputy Secretary for Programs (410) 767-5034
e-mail: carnitra.white@maryland.gov
REGULATIONS
Vacancy, Coordinator (410) 767-7621
LOCAL DEPARTMENTS OF SOCIAL SERVICES
(N00G00, formerly 33.07.00)
FY2023 appropriation: $3,141,873,084; authorized positions: 5,172.38
Vacancy, Executive Director for Local Operations (410) 767-7939


CHILD SUPPORT ADMINISTRATION

(N00H00, formerly 33.08.00)
FY2023 appropriation: $45,121,834; authorized positions: 64.3
Kevin P. Guistwite, Executive Director (410) 767-7606
1-800-332-6347 (customer service, toll free)
e-mail: kevin.guistwite@maryland.gov
web: http://dhr.maryland.gov/child-support-services/
Erin M. Easton, Chief of Staff (410) 767-9679
e-mail: erinm.easton@maryland.gov
PROGRAM POLICY
Vacancy, Division Director
CUSTOMER SERVICE & PATERNITY AFFIDAVIT PROGRAM
John D. Slowe, Director (410) 767-7433; e-mail: john.slowe@maryland.gov

INTERGOVERNMENTAL PROGRAMS
Linda B. Garnett-Lucas, Director (410) 767-6636; e-mail: linda.garnett-lucas@maryland.gov

POLICY & TRAINING
Leslie K. Kleban, Director (410) 767-7311; e-mail: leslie.kleban@maryland.gov

OPERATIONS
Christina D. Tabuteau, Deputy Executive Director (410) 767-7673
e-mail: christina.tabuteau@maryland.gov

AUDITS & QUALITY ASSURANCE
David Walton, Director (410) 767-7882
e-mail: david.walton@maryland.gov

BANKING & FINANCE
George K. Varghese, Director (410) 767-7877
e-mail: george.varghese@maryland.gov

COOPERATIVE REIMBURSEMENT AGREEMENTS & LOCAL MONITORING
Stephanie R. Hunt, Director (410) 767-7904
e-mail: stephanier.hunt@maryland.gov

STATE DISBURSEMENT UNIT
Cynthia E. Shockey, Director (855) 853-8289, ext. 5285
e-mail: cynthia.shockey@maryland.gov

SYSTEM DEVELOPMENT & OPERATIONS
Vacancy, Director (410) 767-7573


PROGRAMS
Jarnice Y. Johnson, Deputy Executive Director (410) 767-7886
e-mail: jarnice.johnson@maryland.gov

ANNE ARUNDEL COUNTY OFFICE OF CHILD-SUPPORT
Lynne M. Foss, Director (410) 222-2850; e-mail: lynne.foss@maryland.gov

BALTIMORE CITY OFFICE OF CHILD-SUPPORT
Lori A. Keel, Director (410) 844-7010; e-mail: lori.keel@maryland.gov

BALTIMORE COUNTY OFFICE OF CHILD-SUPPORT
Kim E. Perry, Director (410) 561-3079; e-mail: kim.perry@maryland.gov

MONTGOMERY COUNTY OFFICE OF CHILD-SUPPORT
Nakia Thomas, Acting Director (301) 610-4628; e-mail: nakia.thomas4@maryland.gov

PRINCE GEORGE'S COUNTY OFFICE OF CHILD-SUPPORT
Samantha Phillips-Chester, Director (301) 316-3040; e-mail: samantha.phillips@maryland.gov

SPECIAL PROJECTS, GRANTS IMPLEMENTATION/MONITORING, & BALTIMORE CITY PROGRAMS
Vacancy, Director (410) 767-2513


FAMILY INVESTMENT ADMINISTRATION

(N00I00, formerly 33.09.00)
FY2023 appropriation: $51,114,970; authorized positions: 210
LaSherra Ayala, Executive Director of Family Investment (410) 767-7338
e-mail: lasherra.ayala@maryland.gov
web: http://dhr.maryland.gov/weathering-tough-times/

Yolanda M. Dockery, Chief of Staff (410) 767-7670
e-mail: yolanda.dockery@maryland.gov


OFFICE OF ADMINISTRATION
Joanne D. Mason, Director (410) 767-7527
e-mail: joanne.mason@maryland.gov

OFFICE OF CASH PROGRAMS
Jacqueline (Tina) Turner, Director (410) 767-7745
e-mail: jacqueline.turner@maryland.gov

OFFICE OF OPERATIONS
Marie J. McLendon, Deputy Executive Director (410) 767-4760
e-mail: marie.mclendon1@maryland.gov

BUREAU OF AUDIT COMPLIANCE & REPORTING
William C. Niner, Director (410) 767-8121
e-mail: william.niner@maryland.gov

BUREAU OF QUALITY CONTROL
Towanaka Young, Director (410) 767-7933
e-mail: towanaka.young@maryland.gov

BUREAU OF SYSTEMS MODERNIZATION & INFORMATION ANALYSIS
Vacancy, Director (410) 767-7190


OFFICE OF LOCAL OPERATIONS
Chima I. Nathan, Director (410) 767-7669
e-mail: chima.nathan@maryland.gov

OFFICE OF PROGRAMS
Augustin Ntabaganyimana, Deputy Executive Director (410) 767-7571
e-mail: augustin.ntabaganyimana@maryland.gov

BUREAU OF SPECIAL GRANTS
(N00I0007, formerly N00A0107)
FY2023 appropriation: $16,401,235
Vacancy, Director (410) 767-7261
NUTRITION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM
Mischelle A. Williams, Program Manager (410) 767-5504; e-mail: mischelle.williams@maryland.gov
web: http://dhr.maryland.gov/blog/tefap/

OFFICE OF HOME ENERGY PROGRAMS
(N00I0006, formerly N00C0112, formerly 33.03.01.12)
FY2023 appropriation: $195,979,668; authorized positions: 14
Vacancy, Director (410) 767-5324
web: http://dhr.maryland.gov/office-of-home-energy-programs/

OFFICE OF LONG-TERM CARE
Kesha A. Shaw, Deputy Director (410) 455-7515
e-mail: kesha.shaw1@maryland.gov

OFFICE OF MEDICAL ASSISTANCE
Candice M. Edwards, Director (410) 767-9677
e-mail: candice.edwards3@maryland.gov


OFFICE OF POLICY
LaBelle Hargrove, Director (410) 767-7328
e-mail: labelle.hargrove@maryland.gov


MARYLAND OFFICE FOR REFUGEES & ASYLEES
(N00I0005, formerly N00C0103, formerly 33.03.01.03)
FY2023 appropriation: $14,941,388; authorized positions: 6
Myat Lin, Director (410) 767-7571
e-mail: myat.lin@maryland.gov
web: http://dhr.maryland.gov/maryland-office-for-refugees-and-asylees/

OFFICE OF TRAINING
Mark S. Button, Director (410) 767-8368
e-mail: mark.button1@maryland.gov

SOCIAL SERVICES ADMINISTRATION

David K. Lee, Chief of Staff (410) 767-2324
e-mail: david.lee@maryland.gov

OPERATIONS
Hilary A. Laskey, Deputy Executive Director (410) 767-7788
e-mail: hilary.laskey@maryland.gov
CONTRACTS & MONITORING
Daphney McCray, Manager (443) 930-1694
e-mail: daphney.mccray@maryland.gov

DATA INTEGRITY UNIT
Vacancy, Manager (410) 952-3169


DATA, RESEARCH & EVALUATION
Maria E. Tillman, Manager (410) 767-7818
e-mail: maria.tillman@maryland.gov


SYSTEMS DEVELOPMENT
Vonetta Martin, Manager (410) 767-7440
e-mail: vonetta.martin@maryland.gov


PROGRAMS
Michael D. Demidenko, Deputy Executive Director (410) 853-3725
e-mail: mike.demidenko@maryland.gov


OFFICE OF ADULT SERVICES
(N00C0107, formerly 33.03.01.07)
Gregory R. Sesek, Director (410) 767-7569
e-mail: greg.sesek@maryland.gov
web: http://dhr.maryland.gov/office-of-adult-services/
HOME SERVICES
Deborah Wilburn, Manager (410) 767-1196
e-mail: deborah.wilburn@maryland.gov
MARYLAND COMMISSION ON CAREGIVING
Staff: Gregory R. Sesek (410) 767-7323; e-mail: greg.sesek@maryland.gov
web: https://dhs.maryland.gov/maryland-commission-caregiving/

Jennifer L. Eastman, Chair (chosen by Governor), 2022


Appointed by Governor to 3-year terms: Linda R. Ramsey. Term expires 2019.

Larry A. Bram; Terri E. Johnson; Constance M. Marth; Patricia J. Morris; Theresa Robertson; M. Ann Squire; W. Chris D. Stewart; Esther Ward; one vacancy. Terms expire 2022.

Mary Anne K. Breschi; Kathryn S. Farinholt; Florence C. Harvey; Yetunde Olobatuyi; Chalarra A. Sessoms; Trina Townsend; Katherine I. Wehr. Terms expire 2025.

Appointed by Senate President: one vacancy

Appointed by House Speaker: one vacancy

PROTECTION, PREVENTION & PRESERVATION SERVICES
Kimberly Parks-Bourn, Director (410) 767-3767
e-mail: kimberly.parks-bourn@maryland.gov

INTERSTATE COMPACT ON PLACEMENT OF CHILDREN
Charles M. Gentemann, Deputy Compact Administrator (410) 767-7159
e-mail: charles.gentemann@maryland.gov
web: http://dhr.maryland.gov/other-services/interstate-compact-on-placement-of-children/

PLACEMENT & PERMANENCY
Tanisha Sanders, Ph.D., Director (410) 767-7018; 1-800-39-ADOPT (toll free)
e-mail: tanisha.sanders1@maryland.gov


ADOPTION, SEARCH, CONTACT & REUNION
Jeffrey C. O'Donnell, Analyst (410) 767-7663; 1-800-39A-DOPT (toll free); e-mail: jeffrey.o'donnell@maryland.gov
web: http://dhr.maryland.gov/adoption/search-contract-and-reunion/

MUTUAL-CONSENT VOLUNTARY ADOPTION REGISTRY
Jeffrey C. O'Donnell, Adoption Analyst (410) 767-7663; e-mail: jeffrey.o'donnell@maryland.gov
web: http://dhr.maryland.gov/adoption/search-contract-and-reunion/#MCVAR

PROTECTIVE SERVICES
Katie Pederson, Manager (443) 835-5834
e-mail: katie.pederson@maryland.gov

SYSTEMS IMPROVEMENT
Vacancy, Director

CONTINUOUS QUALITY IMPROVEMENT
Geneva Warren, Manager (410) 767-7795
e-mail: geneva.warren@maryland.gov

WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT
Don Downing, Manager (410) 767-7060
e-mail: don.downing@maryland.gov

STRATEGY & ADMINISTRATION

OFFICE OF HUMAN RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING
Deenna Greene, Acting Director (410) 767-7879
e-mail: deenna.greene@maryland.gov

Deenna Greene, Assistant Director (410) 767-5845; e-mail: deenna.greene@maryland.gov
Thelma Smith, Assistant Director (410) 767-9670; e-mail: thelma.smith@maryland.gov

LEARNING OFFICE
Michael L. Dorsey, Chief Learning Officer (410) 767-5978; e-mail: michael.dorsey@maryland.gov
Aisha Abraham, Deputy Chief Learning Officer (410) 767-7028; e-mail: aisha.abraham@maryland.gov

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