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ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER I

BENEFITS & RETIREMENT COORDINATOR

Recruitment #23-002711-0033

Introduction

The Maryland Department of Labor is accepting applications from qualified candidates for the position of Administrative Officer I. This skilled position serves as the Benefits & Retirement Coordinator for the Department of Labor. Administrative Officer I is administrative work requiring regular use of independent judgment and analysis in applying and interpreting complex administrative plans or policies.

GRADE

13

LOCATION OF POSITION

1100 N. Eutaw Street Baltimore, MD 21201

Main Purpose of Job

This position coordinates Labor employee health and retirement benefits and advises employees on the same, administers FMLA, and act as the liaison with the State Retirement Agency. This position also supervises the Personnel Associate responsible for benefits administration and other HR programs (Telework, COVID benefits, etc.)

POSITION DUTIES

Duties of this position includes but are not limited to:
  • Coordinate all activities as the liaison between Labor and the Maryland State Retirement Agency by interpreting laws, policies, rules, and regulations used in the administration of employee retirement plans. Attends training classes, seminars, and uses printed resources related to same.

    This coordination requires daily response to employee inquiries concerning participation in the plans, eligibility requirements, applying for service and disability retirements, survivor benefits, proper enrollment, purchasing previous services, creditable service, beneficiaries, military service credits, accidental disability retirement, re-employment restrictions, explaining allowance options, tax liability and address changes.

  • Gives orientation to new employees concerning State Health Benefit plans.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education:   Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a high school equivalency certificate.

Experience: One year of administrative staff or professional work.

Notes:

1. Candidates may substitute 30 college credit hours from an accredited college or university for the required experience.

2. Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a commissioned officer involving staff work that included regular use of independent judgment and analysis in applying and interpreting complex administrative plans, policies, rules or regulations or analysis of operational programs or procedures with recommendations for improvement on a year-for-year basis for the required experience.

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Preference will be given to applicants who possess the following preferred qualification(s). Include clear and specific information on your application regarding your qualifications.

Supervisory Experience 

Experience with MD State employee health and retirement benefits within the State Personnel Management System (SPMS) 

Experience determining and designating FMLA status to employees and interpreting the guidelines for its use

LIMITATIONS ON SELECTION

Limited to current Maryland Department of Labor employees only.

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS

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.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

All candidates are subject to a background check against files maintained by the Division of Unemployment Insurance (Department of Labor/DUI) to determine whether any monies are owed to Department of Labor/DUI as a result of unemployment overpayment/fraud. Any unpaid debt may have an impact on whether or not a candidate is offered employment.

SELECTION PROCESS

Please make sure that you provide sufficient information on your application to show that you meet the qualifications for this recruitment. All information concerning your qualifications must be submitted by the closing date. We will not consider information submitted after this date. Successful candidates will be ranked as Best Qualified, Better Qualified, or Qualified and placed on the eligible (employment) list for at least one year.

RESUMES ARE NOT ACCEPTABLE AND NOT CONSIDERED IN THE SELECTION PROCESS.

All information concerning the qualifications, including any required documentation (diploma, transcript, certificate, etc.) must be submitted and received by the closing date. Information submitted after this date will not be considered.

For positions that require Bachelor/Master Degree etc:

Educational credentials from foreign countries must be evaluated by an approved education review service. This evaluation must be submitted prior to hire. For further information, you may call International Consultants of Delaware, Inc. (302) 737-8715 or World Education Services Inc. 1-800-932-3897 or (202) 331-2925.

EXAMINATION PROCESS

The assessment may consist of a rating of your education, training, and experience related to the requirements of the position. It is important that you provide complete and accurate information on your application. Please report all experience and education that is related to this position.

The examination for this recruitment will be an evaluation and rating of the information provided on your application. Therefore, it is essential that the application is filled out completely and accurately, listing all relevant education and experience, addressing the specific qualifications shown above and submitting any required documentation (diploma, transcript, certification, license, etc.). Please include clear, detailed and specific information on your application regarding experience qualifications related to the minimum qualifications, desired, and/or selective qualifications of the position.

BENEFITS

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

The online application is STRONGLY preferred. However, if you are unable to apply online, or encounter difficulty attaching required or optional documentation, you may submit via mail or deliver in person. Please be sure to include your name, identification number (Easy ID#) and job announcement number on any documentation to ensure timely processing.

The paper application must be received by 5 pm, close of business, on the closing date for the recruitment, no postmarks will be accepted. Incorrect application forms will not be accepted.

PLEASE DO NOT FAX OR EMAIL UNSOLICITED DOCUMENTATION

Completed applications, required documentation, and any required addendums may be mailed to:

 

Department of Labor Office of Human Resources

Attn: Jasmine Hubbard    23-002711-0033

1100 N. Eutaw Street, Rm. 101

Baltimore, MD 21201

 

For additional information, please contact Jasmine Hubbard at 410-767-2627 or via email Jasmine.Hubbard1@maryland.gov.

 

The MD State Application Form can be found online

 

Department of Labor is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of Department of Labor that all persons have equal opportunity and access to employment opportunities, services, and facilities without regard to race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin or ancestry, marital status, parental status, sexual orientation, disability or veteran status.




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