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PROGRAM MANAGER II

Manager, Systems Development

Recruitment #17-005477-0010

Introduction

This is a Management Service position which serves at the pleasure of the Appointing Authority.

GRADE

20

LOCATION OF POSITION

Department of Human Resources

Social Services Administration

311 W. Saratoga Street

Baltimore MD 21201-3500

Main Purpose of Job

This position is responsible for the on-going program development, and maintenance of State and local department staff operation, and use of the Social Services Administration, Adult Services and Child Welfare Information Systems supporting intake and assessment, case management, client outcomes, payment and reporting of the Department's adult services child welfare programs. The incumbent in this position provides management level support for programmatic activities related to planning, development, implementation, training, general oversight and evaluation of the functioning of SSA's information systems at the State and local level; and will provide senior level direction and support in the following areas:

1. Development and implementation of policies and training related to the operation of SSA Information   Systems within the Local Departments' of Social Services;

2. Evaluation of system functioning from the programmatic prospective for the purpose of recommending and developing on-going system changes and enhancements, including the development of reports and data outputs needed from user's of the systems;

3. Directs the development and implementation of policy directives related to the use of the system;

4. Directs response to central, local department, provider and constituent concerns related to the on-going operation of the systems;

5. Manages creation and maintenance of all placement contracts in the systems; and 

6. Manages the approval and oversight of all payments requested for payment outside of the systems by the local department.

This position will require an in-depth and expert knowledge of management theory and practice, human services information systems, Agile development process, State and Federal child welfare/adult services information system laws, regulations, and policies.

POSITION DUTIES

1. Serves as Program Manager for SSA Information Systems, i.e., point person and systems expert who provides direction and/or consultation to central and local department staff on the overall detailed use and operation of the SSA Information Systems.

2. Represents SSA on workgroups and governance meetings regarding SSA Information Systems issues and provides written/verbal recommendations to DHR Executive Staff, Managers and the Office of Technology for Human Services (OTHS) regarding new or revised policies and practices; ensures the smooth running of the daily program operations on the State and local levels as a problem-solver without peer; analyzes the functionality of SSA Information Systems based on ever-changing State and Federal laws, regulations, policies, and practices; and directs the implementation/evaluation of policies and practices related to the programmatic and local operational components.

3. Provides direct supervision and management to Systems Development and Training staff; directs staff in all child welfare and adult services systems related activities including tasks assignments, reviews of work, training, and input into evaluations.

4. Provides customer service to both internal and external customers; manages the development, implementation and evaluation of programmatic policies; monitors the workflow progress of central and local department staff to ensure that SSA Information Systems functions in the daily operations of child welfare casework practices; assesses and resolves central, local departments', provider and consumer programmatic concerns; develops written bi-weekly reports on systematic issues and trends; assesses programmatic needs to systems changes and major enhancements; and provides written recommendations to DHR Executive staff, SSA, OTHS, and the Office of the Deputy Secretary for Operations; and conducts on-going assessments of training curricula to ensure alignment with current child welfare policies and practices.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

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

Experience: Eight years of experience in administrative or professional work that focuses on IT systems including design, development, improvement, support, and training of agency information systems.  Three years of this experience must have involved the supervision of other employees or exercising responsibility for information systems management.

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

The ideal candidate will possess the following:

1.    Possession of a Master’s degree in Human Services or related field.

2.    Experience working in a public human service agency.

3.    Experience managing and overseeing child welfare and/or adult services information systems,

       including experience in Agile software development.

4.    Strong written and oral communication skills.

5.    Ability to prioritize and multi-task effectively.

6.    Flexibility in a busy environment.

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

SELECTION PROCESS

The assessment will consist of a rating of your education, training and experience related to the requirements of the position.  Therefore it is important that you provide complete and accurate information on your application.  Please report all related education, experience, dates and hours of work.  All information concerning your qualifications must be submitted by the closing date. 

You must possess the minimum qualifications to be considered for this position.  Please make sure that you provide sufficient information on your application to show that you meet the qualifications for this recruitment and clearly indicate your college degree and major on your application.  Credit may be given for relevant part-time, temporary, or volunteer experience, if you list the number of hours worked per week.  For 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.

BENEFITS

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

If you have any questions about this recruitment, please contact the Department of Human Resources at 410-767-7414.

Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will be evaluated.  This office, with your approval, will verify your prior applicable work experience.  In order to receive full consideration for time worked, please complete dates of employment in its entirety and identify number of hours worked for each entry.

College transcripts are not required for review of your application and do not need to be forwarded.  Please clearly indicate your college degree and majors on your application.  If selected for an interview, you will be required to bring an official transcript with you.  For all foreign education obtained outside of the U.S., you will be required to provide proof of equivalent American education as determined by a foreign credential evaluation service if selected for an interview.

Online applications are STRONGLY preferred; however, the paper application may be submitted to: DHR/Employment Services Division, attn: Jocelyn Maschal, 311 W. Saratoga Street, Room 141, Baltimore MD  21201.  The paper application must be received by 5 p.m. close of business on the closing date of the recruitment.  No postmarks will be accepted.  The previous Maryland State application (MS-100) will not be accepted.

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As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruiting, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State’s diversity. People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply. We thank our Veterans for their service to our country.




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