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Employee Relations Manager

HR ADMINISTRATOR III

Recruitment #22-004920-0001

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Introduction

The Maryland State Department of Education is dedicated to supporting a world-class educational system that prepares all students for college and career success in the 21st century. With excellent stewardship from our divisions, we oversee State and federal programs that support the needs of a diverse population – students, teachers, principals, and other educators throughout Maryland.

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

GRADE

20

LOCATION OF POSITION

Nancy S. Grasmick State Education Building
200 W. Baltimore Street
Baltimore, MD  21201

POSITION DUTIES

This position serves as the Manager of Employee Relations (ER) for the Department of Human Resources in the Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE). Under the direction of the Director of Employee Relations and Services, the incumbent will support the overall mission of MSDE by assisting with employee relations strategies consistently and equitably. The incumbent will perform various complex professional and administrative work related to employee/labor relations and recommend appropriate actions to the director. The incumbent will partner with leaders to provide guidance and training with respect to performance management, discipline, and other ER-related functions.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university

Experience: Five years of experience in Human Resources. Four of these years must have been professional HR experience involving Employee Relations and/or Employment Services, including experience in employee grievance and disciplinary matters, and conducting grievance and disciplinary investigations.

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Preferred candidates will possess:

Undergraduate or graduate degree in Human Resources or related discipline from an accredited college or university

Management experience in recruitment and selection, classification, salary administration, employee relations, test development and validation, or general HR 

Professional experience involving the Family Medical Leave Act, Americans with Disabilities Act, processing leave requests, unemployment compensation matters, State medical director referrals, processing injured workers claims, OSHA and Bureau of Labor Statistics data submission, policy review, and review of employment laws and regulations

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Applicants must consent to State and FBI (CJIS) background check as a routine procedure for all employees. Proof of eligibility to work in compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act and travel throughout the state are required. Any misrepresentation of academic or experience requirements for this position may result in non-selection or termination of 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 placed on the eligible (employment) list for at least one year.

BENEFITS

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

It is preferred that applicants complete the MD State Government online application for employment. The application must clearly demonstrate that the applicant meets the minimum qualifications for the position. If you are unable to apply online, paper applications can be obtained from the link below and be mailed to MSDE Office of Human Resources, 200 W. Baltimore Street, Baltimore, MD 21201. 

All application materials must be received in our office by the closing date. Postmarks will not be accepted. Applications must be complete to be considered including all related job duties, even if those are also listed on an attached resume. Additional required materials may be uploaded with the online application, submitted to the fax number, or mailed to the address listed.

Inquiries can be made to 410-767-0019, TDD 410-333-3045. Appropriate accommodations can be made for individuals with disabilities.

If you have difficulty with your user account or have general questions about this online application system, please contact the MD Department of Budget and Management, Recruitment and Examination Division at 410-767-4850. TTY Users: Call via Maryland Relay.

Proof of eligibility to work is required in compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act. Any misrepresentation of academic or experience requirements for this position may result in non-selection or termination of employment.

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.

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