Office on Disability at HHS Announces New Deputy Director

The Office on Disability (OD), Office of the Secretary, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) is pleased to announce the appointment of Michael Marge, Ed.D. as the new Deputy Director of OD. Dr. Marge will provide scientific and technical leadership and direction to the programs of OD. He will assist the Director in the development and implementation of strategic plans; in monitoring the implementation of OD's Initiatives, providing analysis and coordination as needed; recommending courses of action to the Director in the resolution of major decisions and concerns which may be sensitive and may require delicate negotiation or resolution; managing research, grant reviews and writing of comprehensive reports; and supervising staff, assigning and reviewing work, identifying training needs, and evaluating performance. His responsibilities encompass disability issues and programs across all agencies within HHS, both nationally and internationally.