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PROGRAM MANAGER II

Maryland Apprenticeship and Training Manager

Recruitment #23-005477-0025

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Introduction

This is a Management Services position that serves at the pleasure of the Appointing Authority.

GRADE

20

LOCATION OF POSITION

1100 North Eutaw Street
Baltimore,MD 21201

Main Purpose of Job

The main role of the Apprenticeship and Training Program Manager is to provide direct managerial, administrative and technical support for the outreach, development, administration and monitoring of structured apprenticeship training programs for the Maryland Apprenticeship and Training Program (MATP). The Program Manager will supervise and provide direction, technical assistance, advice and guidance to other professional and support staff for the MATP unit as well as Registered Apprenticeship sponsors throughout the state. The Program Manager will assist in the development of programs which directly support the growth of the MATP. The Program Manager will work to promote and grow Registered Apprenticeship in non-traditional occupations and will foster connections of underrepresented populations to Registered Apprenticeship.

POSITION DUTIES

Provides management and oversight of Maryland Apprenticeship and Training staff.  

Will help to ensure smooth operation of administrative office functions to include program reporting, registration of apprenticeship programs, and the monitoring and maintenance of Registered Apprenticeship programs and agreements.  

Directly manage and ensure apprenticeship staff are trained on all aspects of registered apprenticeship to include Federal and State Laws, Regulations and Policies.  

Ensure staff read materials, attend meetings and training to ensure employee’s compliance with laws, rules, regulations, procedures, policies, and ethical responsibilities promulgated by and/or the governing agency.

 Develop apprenticeship programs by assisting prospective and established sponsors in developing training standards, including on-the-job training and related instruction schedules, affirmative action plans and wage progression schedules. 

Represent program sponsors before the Maryland Apprenticeship and Training Council (MATC). Develop and administer training materials for existing and new staff to the MATP.   

Prepare agendas, agenda materials and minutes for Maryland Apprenticeship and Training Council meetings.

Prepare public notice Council meetings. Prepare Annual Reports as required to include gathering all relevant information and program statistics for all Registered Apprenticeship and youth apprenticeship reports and outreach materials including all required annual reports to the relevant legislative committees. 

Assist the Department and Division with the application of and awarding of Grant Awards to expand apprenticeship and other workforce initiatives. 

Activities will include the planning, execution and monitoring of various grant programs as well as to provide guidance and technical assistance to field staff and/or sub-grantees in order to meet grant performance standards.  

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

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

Experience: Six years of experience in administrative staff or professional work.  Two years of this experience must include one or more of the following:  the supervision of other employees, overseeing and coordinating the general operations of a unit, developing and providing training for staff.

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Prior registered Apprenticeship development experience
Prior grant management experience
Experience providing training or technical assistance to staff

LIMITATIONS ON SELECTION

This recruitment is limited to current Maryland Department of Labor Division of Workforce Development and Adult Learning (DWDAL) employees.

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 unemployment insurance overpayment/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*

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). 

Complete applications must be submitted by the closing date. Information submitted after this date will not be added. 

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.

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

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: 23-005477-0025 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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