Introduction
The Department of Labor (MD Labor) is accepting applications from
qualified candidates for an Administrative Officer II position within the
Office of Workforce Information & Performance. The resulting eligible list
will be used to fill this position or function only. Persons interested in future
positions will need to reapply.
GRADE
14
LOCATION OF POSITION
Department of Labor
1100 N. Eutaw Street, Room 316,
Baltimore, MD 21201
Main Purpose of Job
To provide skilled, technical and statistical support to the Quarterly Census of Employment and Wage (QCEW) Program to ensure that all QCEW program requirements, based on the Federal/State cooperative agreements, are met. The senior analyst is assigned the tasks of distributing work and/or submitting system jobs to enable others in the unit to complete their assigned duties. The senior analyst may also provide training to new and existing staff on program procedures and policies. The QCEW program consists of two parts. Part one is to produce a comprehensive statistical tabulation of employment and wage information for workers covered by the Maryland unemployment insurance (UI) law and the unemployment compensation for federal workers (UCFE). Part two is the Annual Refiling Survey which attempts to obtain updated employer data in regard to business activity and location.
POSITION DUTIES
The candidate will use independent
judgment, technical training and experience in analyzing, and editing industry
and wage statistics, data and information as well as in relating to government
agencies, private companies, research and academic institutions, and the
general public.
Candidate will explain in detail economic
and statistical data in response to BLS questions and any priorities given by
BLS Regional Office, National Office and the QCEW Program supervisor.
Candidate will verify reported data, edits
and estimates missing data elements.
Candidate will participate in several BLS
conference calls, trainings, Webinex, and related activities to obtain the most
accurate information about program updates and methodology improvement or
changes.
Candidate will utilize
several computer applications and systems such as BEACON, QUEST, the Industry
Analysis Tool (IAT), BLS Auto NAICS etc.
to review, upload, and download data as input and output for use in fulfilling program's objectives.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education: Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a high school equivalency certificate.
Experience: Two years of administrative staff or professional work.
Notes:
1. Candidates may substitute 30 credit hours from an accredited college or university for one year of the required experience.
2. Candidates may substitute the possession of a Bachelor's degree from a college or university for the required experience.
3. 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
1. Two years of experience in administrative or professional work, including analyzing and interpreting statistical and economic data.
2. One year of experience working in a Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) federal/state program
LIMITATIONS ON SELECTION
This position is limited to MD Department of Labor - Office of Information & Performance 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 (LABOR/DUI) to determine whether any monies are owed to LABOR/DUI as a result of an unemployment insurance overpayment and/or fraud. Any unpaid debt may have an impact on whether or not a candidate is offered employment.
SELECTION PROCESS
Applicants must provide sufficient information on the application to show they meet the qualifications for this recruitment. 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. Applications that meet minimum and/or selective qualifications will be referred to the hiring unit for interview selection. Units will select those candidates most closely demonstrating the qualifications for interview.
BENEFITS
FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS
For questions concerning this recruitment, please contact: Brittany Small at brittany.small@maryland.gov. Please provide recruitment number 23-003235-0003 in the subject line. The online application process is STRONGLY preferred. If you are unable to apply online, you may mail a paper application to: Maryland Department of Labor, Human Resources Office, Room 101, 1100 N. Eutaw Street, Baltimore, MD 21201.
Resumes will NOT be accepted in lieu of completing the online or paper application. Emailed inquiries should reference recruitment number listed in the announcement. If you are submitting additional information, the preferred method is to upload it with your application. All uploaded additional information must be received by the closing date and time. Please do not submit unsolicited documentation (resumes, cover letters, etc.).
TTY Users: call via Maryland Relay.
We thank our Veterans for their service to our country, and encourage them to apply. People with disabilities and bilingual applicants are strongly 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.
