ADMINISTRATOR I-Contractual

This is a full-time contractual position with the Department of Human Services, Human Resource Development & Training's, Learning Office.

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Department of Human Services

Human Resource Development &Training- Learning Office

311 W. Saratoga Street

Baltimore MD 21201

This position delivers, coordinates, and evaluates employee development training programs and other specialized training; addresses leadership, management and organizational development needs of the Department of Human Services. The Trainer plans and implements the Department's training programs; Offers critique on training outlines, lesson plans and course curriculum for presentation; provides high quality, highly participant rated Staff Development and Training workshops, seminars and presentations statewide; presents training workshops; offers input on new or updates of courses based on needs assessments, legislative changes, new technology, etc.; motivates staff to improve quality and quantity of work performed; provides training and development opportunities as appropriate; serves on various committees and work groups; maintains and updates training databases for automated training registration and attendance programs; and provides consultation to others in the areas of needs assessment, design, delivery, and evaluation of training programs to ensure the provision of high quality training programs within the Department.

Education: A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.

Experience: Four years of experience in administrative staff or professional work.

Notes:

1. Additional experience in administrative staff or professional work may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for the required education.

2. Additional graduate level education at an accredited college or university may be substituted at the rate of 30 semester credit hours on a year-for-year basis for the required experience.

3. Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a commissioned officer involving staff work related to the administration of rules, regulations, policy, procedures and processes, or overseeing or coordinating unit operations or functioning as a staff assistant to a higher ranking commissioned officer on a year-for-year basis for the required education and experience.

One year experience as a Trainer (delivering/facilitating training programs).

The ideal candidate will possess:

Computer skills - experience or knowledge of the following: Learning Management System (LMS); uses an online registration system; Access and Excel.

Experience being responsible for engaging in the full instructional design, development cycle and uses technology-based tools to improve the instructional integrity of training materials.

Ability to use presentation tools, conduct face-to-face and/or online training sessions and modify training as needed to meet the needs of the audience.

Excellent inter-personal, oral and written communication.

Excellent facilitation, presentation and listening skills.

Strong time management, priority setting and problem-solving skills.

Ability to work independently as well as a part of a team environment.

Ability to prioritize and multi-task effectively.

Ability to interact well with all levels of an organization.

Strong organizational skills.

Strong facilitation skills.

Employees in this classification may be assigned duties which require the operation of a motor vehicle. Employees assigned such duties will be required to possess a motor vehicle operator's license valid in the State of Maryland.

Please make sure that you provide sufficient information on your application to show that you meet the qualifications for this recruitment.  It is important that you report all related education and experience that is relevant to this recruitment qualifications. All information concerning your qualifications, including a copy of your diploma or transcripts must be provided if selected for an interview.  We will not consider information submitted after this date.  

Successful candidates will be placed on the employment (eligible) list. The resulting list may be used for future vacancies with this agency or other state agencies.

Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will be evaluated.  If selected for an interview, you will be required to provide an official transcript.  For all foreign education obtained outside the U. S. you will be required to provide proof of the equivalent American education as determined by a foreign credential evaluation service if selected for an interview.  

Online applications are highly recommended, however the paper application may be submitted to the Department of Human Services/HRDT, 311 W. Saratoga Street, Attn: D. Greene, Baltimore, MD 21201.  The paper application must be received  by 4:30 p.m. on the closing date for this recruitment, no postmarks will be accepted.  Information received after the closing date will not be considered.  Application inquiries may be directed to 410-767-7414.      

TTY  Users: call via Maryland Relay

We thank our Veterans for their service to our country, and encourage them to apply.

Bilingual applicants are encouraged to apply.

As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruiting, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State’s diversity.