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ADMINISTRATIVE SPECIALIST II

Employment Specialist

Recruitment #22-001756-0079

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Introduction

The Maryland Department of Labor, Division of Workforce Development and Adult Learning (DWDAL) is accepting applications from qualified candidates for ADMINISTATIVE SPECIALIST II in the Office of Workforce Development (OWD) Baltimore City office. 

 Please be advised that frequent travel may be required and a State vehicle may not always be available.  Reimbursement for use of personal vehicle will apply according to the State travel policy. 

***This is a contractual (hourly) position, with an annual renewal option available.*** 

GRADE

11

LOCATION OF POSITION

3001 E. Madison Street
Baltimore, MD 21205

2401 Liberty Heights Avenue 
Suite 302
Baltimore,MD 21215 

Main Purpose of Job

The role of the Employment Specialist is to recruit and locate training opportunites for older workers in the Maryland Senior Community Service Employment Program. Specialist will assist trainees in leaning new skills and to locate unsubsidized employment following completion of training assignment.

POSITION DUTIES

Target, screen and recruit 55 years and older adults for the Senior Community Service Employment Program
Determine the income eligibility of the applicants using 125% of the Health & Human Service poverty guidelines for the initial enrollment and re certification. 
Orient and train program participants and host agency supervisors on the program policies and procedures. Recruit and establish new partnerships with non-profit organizations and State and local government agencies in assigned area
Promote and facilitate the transition of participant trainees from training assignments to unsubsidized employment with non-profits, for-profits and State agencies. 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

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

Notes:

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

2. Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a non-commissioned officer involving staff work requiring regular use of independent judgment and analysis in applying and interpreting rules and regulations in accordance with agency laws and policies on a year-for-year basis for the required experience.

SELECTIVE QUALIFICATIONS

At least 6 months of customer service experience

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of recruitment.
Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.  
Ability to coordinate activities and events.  
Ability to engage with local businesses, non-profits and government agencies.  
Ability to establish and maintain effective work relationships.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Candidates may be responsible for providing their own transportation as needed to access meetings, remote locations, and job destinations as assigned.

All candidates are subject to a background check against files maintained by the Division of Unemployment Insurance (MDOL/DUI) to determine whether any monies are owed to MDOL/DUI as a result of an unemployment insurance over payment and/or 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.

For education obtained outside the U.S., any job offer will be contingent on the candidate providing an evaluation for equivalency by a foreign credential evaluation service prior to starting employment (and may be requested prior to interview).

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.

BENEFITS

Contractual employees who work for an agency covered under the State Employee and Retiree Health and Welfare Benefits Program, have a current employment contract and work 30 or more hours a week (or on average 130 hours per month) may be eligible for subsidized health benefits coverage for themselves and their dependents. As a contractual employee, you will be responsible for paying 25% of the premiums for your medical and prescription coverage, including any eligible dependents you have enrolled. The State of Maryland will subsidize the remaining 75% of the cost for these benefits. You can also elect to enroll in dental coverage, accidental death and dismemberment insurance, and life insurance, but will be responsible to pay the full premium for these benefits.

Leave may be granted to a contractual employee who has worked 120 days in a 12 month period. This leave accrues at a rate of one hour for every 30 hours worked, not to exceed 40 hours per calendar year.


STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

Online application process 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.

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

Department of Labor Office of Human Resources

Attention: 22-001756-0079/ Mrs. Maker 

1100 N. Eutaw Street, Rm. 100

Baltimore, MD 21201 

Linnea.Maker2@maryland.gov

The MD State Application Form can be found online. If you have any questions about this recruitment, please contact the Maryland Department of Labor at 410-230-6300. 

Maryland Department of Labor is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of MDOL 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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