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HUMAN SERVICE ADMINISTRATOR II

SSA BUDGET SUPERVISOR

Recruitment #22-002729-0006

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Introduction


The Maryland Department of Human Services (DHS) is the state’s primary social service provider, serving over one million Marylanders annually.  The Department, through its 24 local departments of social services, aggressively pursues opportunities to assist people in economic need, provide preventive services, and protect vulnerable children and adults in each of Maryland’s 23 counties and Baltimore City.  DHS works in every community in Maryland to positively impact the lives of Marylanders. 

Telework options may be available for this position. Telework is at the discretion of the hiring authority and can be discussed during the interview process.

GRADE

18

LOCATION OF POSITION

Department of Human Services
Social Services Administration
Executive Office
311 W. Saratoga Street
Baltimore, Maryland  21201

Main Purpose of Job

The SSA Supervisor is responsible for the monitoring and evaluation of resources for child welfare and adult services programs. This position requires the ability to identify and propose solutions of agency problems and requires the ability to have a thorough knowledge of federal and state funding streams, Child Welfare and Adult Services state and federal regulations to ensure that federal and state funds are available to the department for the delivery of services. 

This position is essential to the Social Services Administration’s mission to maximize resources for children, families and adults by providing leadership in fiscal matters, state and federal policies, and regulations in order to empower the Central Office and Local Departments of Social Services to deliver the most effective and efficient services to our customers. The SSA Supervisor is expected to plan, analyze results, and formulate recommendations to increase the operating efficiency of the child welfare and adult services programs. It is expected that the incumbent will have in-depth knowledge of state and federal child welfare and adult services laws, regulations, and policies. The incumbent will provide high level direction in the following areas: 1) Review and assist in the development of standards, policies, and procedures; 2) Respond to state, central and local concerns related to funding and statistical data for child welfare and adult services; 3) Monitor central and local department expenditures for related effectiveness and compliance with federal laws and regulations, and any related state laws and regulations; 4) Assist with the legislative and regulatory process as it pertains to child and adult services and 5) Handle miscellaneous administrative tasks and projects.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Applicants must meet all minimum (and selective) qualifications to be considered, and to appear on the list of people eligible for hire. Please read all requirements before applying.

Experience:  Eleven years of experience, seven years of experience in administrative, professional or technical work, two years must have involved supervision of other employees or exercising responsibility for program development and an additional four years of professional or technical experience in the administration of a human services program or experience conducting studies and analyses of programs, procedures, practices and organizations.

Notes:

1.  Candidates may substitute the possession of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university and seven years of experience in administrative, professional or technical work, two years must have involved supervision of other employees or exercising responsibility for program development, for the required experience.

2.  Candidates may substitute graduate level education at the graduate level at an accredited college or university at the rate of 30 credit hours on a year-for-year basis for up to six years of the required non-supervisory general experience.

3.  Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience at a rank of Corporal/Petty Officer or higher as a commissioned officer in Administrative Officer classifications or Administrative Officer specialty codes in the General, Administrative, Clerical, and Office Services field of work on a year-for-year basis for the required experience, two years must have been in an administrative supervisory or consultative capacity.

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.

The ideal applicant would possess:

Two years of experience with budget and finance systems such as FMIS and ADPICS.

One year of experience using Microsoft Excel.

One year of experience performing a wide array of administrative tasks (that consist of researching data bases, records and other sources of information to ensure accuracy and resolving discrepancies) for a government agency.

LIMITATIONS ON SELECTION

THIS RECRUITMENT IS LIMITED TO CURRENT EMPLOYEES OF THE DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES, SOCIAL SERVICES ADMINISTRATION.

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.

EXAMINATION PROCESS

The examination will consist of a rating of your education, training, and experience as presented on your application and as they relate 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.

For education obtained outside the U.S., a copy of the equivalent American education as determined by a foreign credential evaluation service is required prior to hire.

It is imperative to list all computer and software experience on your application pertaining to your job duties.

BENEFITS

As an employee of the State of Maryland, you will have access to outstanding benefits, including: health insurance, dental, and vision plans offered at a low cost. CLICK ON THIS LINK FOR MORE DETAILS: STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS.

  • Personal Leave - new State employees are awarded six (6) personnel days annually (prorated based on start date).
  • Annual Leave - ten (10) days of accumulated annual leave per year.
  • Sick Leave - fifteen (15) days of accumulated sick leave per year.  
  • Parental Leave - up to sixty (60) days of paid parental leave upon the birth or adoption of a child.
  • Holidays - State employees also celebrate at least twelve (12) holidays per year.  
  • Pension - State employees earn credit towards a retirement pension.

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

Online applications are STRONGLY preferred. If you are not able to apply online, please send your paper application and supplemental questionnaire (if applicable) to:  Department of Human Services, Examination Services Unit, Attention: Betty Ketterman, 311 West Saratoga Street, First Floor, Baltimore, Maryland 21201.

Or, fax requested information to: 410-333-0882; Email Bettyj.ketterman@maryland.gov: Voice 410-767-7147, toll-free: 1-800-332-6347. 

If you are having difficulty with your user account or have general questions about the online application system, please contact the MD Department of Budget and Management, Recruitment and Examination Division, at 410-767-4850 or Application.Help@maryland.gov. 

Do not submit unsolicited documentation. 

The paper application must be received by 5 PM on the closing date for the recruitment. 

TTY Users: call via Maryland Relay, 1-800-925-4434. 

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



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