Deputy Principal Assistant

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The Department of State's (DOS) responsibilities are found in virtually every aspect of state government: economic development, finance, transportation, housing, education, culture and quality-of-life issues. Our mission at DOS range from preserving Delaware’s historical sites and collections, to supporting small businesses and entrepreneurs, to serving consumers, public employees and veterans.

DOS offer numerous career opportunities and is dedicated to attracting and retaining highly talented individuals who are ready to make a difference in state government.

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Professional level work managing and supervising daily activities of the Public Employment Relations and Merit Employee Relations Boards including case management, performance management of subordinates, planning and budget.  Work requires application of the principles and practices of dispute resolution, including administrative and quasi-legal proceedings, and the application, interpretation, and implementation of statutory, regulatory, merit rules, and contractual provisions.  Requires experience in conducting hearings, drafting decisions, and legal research and writing.  This is an exempt position that reports directly to the PERB/MERB Executive Director.

Applicants who do not possess the preferred qualification will still be eligible to compete for this position if job requirements are met.

 · At least 6 months experience in managing the processing of labor and employment law cases.

• Responsible for the management of all budgetary processes, including working in the State automated programs (DFMS, OMS, PHRST and Mobius).
• Responsible for the development of administrative processes (including regulations) and strategic planning in cooperation with the Executive Director.
• Performs legal research for cases Determines legal precedents and applicable state and federal laws. Drafts recommended decisions and proposed orders based on findings of fact and conclusions of law. Researches other regulatory matters for the Director. Provides written recommendations on the disposition of any given matter .
• May direct the post-hearing phased including review of legal briefs submitted by various involved parties.
• Prepares public notices under appropriate statutory and regulatory requirements.
• Conducts in-depth, comprehensive research. Reports findings to the Director, including precedent and prior agency precedent. Researches agency archives for information involving pending cases and in response to requests for information.
• Responsible for facilitating resolution of labor disputes involving public sector employers, union and employees using current best practices in labor mediation and facilitation and for supporting cooperative collective bargaining relationships.

1. Six months experience in policy administration which includes planning, developing, implementing and evaluating policies and procedures.
2. One year experience in quasi-judicial proceedings.
3. Six months experience in legal and policy research which includes systematic study to discover or establish facts.
4. One year experience managing quasi-judicial processes, including identification of issues, drafting correspondence and evaluating probable cause.
5. One year experience in legal writing, including finding facts, analyzing arguments and applying legal precedent.
6. Bachelor's degree or higher in Legal Studies.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The State of Delaware Executive Branch participates in the Federal E-Verify system where the State will provide the federal government with each new hires Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. For more information refer to our job seeker resources.

All new hires are required to report to the Statewide New Employee Orientation (SNEO) on their first day of employment. Sessions are held at designated locations in Kent or New Castle County.

To learn more about the comprehensive benefit package please visit our website at https://dhr.delaware.gov/benefits/

The application and resume are evaluated based upon a rating of your education, training and experience as they relate to the job requirements of the position.  It is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application to include dates of employment, job title and job duties.  For education and training, list name of educational provider, training course titles and summary of course content.   Narrative information supplied in response to the questions must be supported by the information supplied on the application including your employment, education and training history as it relates to the job requirements.

Once you have submitted your application on-line, all future correspondence related to your application will be sent via email.  Please keep your contact information current.  You may also view all correspondence sent to you by the State of Delaware in the “My Applications” tab at StateJobs.Delaware.gov.

Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities in all phases of the application and employment process. 

Individuals who use TDD may request auxiliary aid or service by calling (800) 232-5470 or by visiting delawarerelay.com. 

If you need assistance with an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) or general applicant support, you may call (302) 739-5458 or email jobs@delaware.gov.

The State of Delaware is an Equal Opportunity employer and values a diverse workforce. We strongly encourage and seek out a workforce representative of Delaware including race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression.