MPT Vice President of Human Resources

Maryland Public Television, commonly known as MPT, is a public television network that broadcasts throughout the entire state of Maryland and the District of Columbia and into parts of Delaware, Pennsylvania, Virginia, and West Virginia. MPT is Maryland's only statewide broadcaster. Headquartered in Owings Mills, MPT is a member of the Public Broadcasting Service (PBS) and is a producer of both locally and nationally distributed TV programs and digital content.

Maryland Public Television

11767 Owings Mills Blvd

Owings Mills, MD 21117

Maryland Public Television’s Vice President of Human Resources oversees human capital management and reports directly to the agency’s President & Chief Executive Officer.  As a member of the Maryland Public Television Senior Management Team, the Vice President of Human Resources works collaboratively to develop new and innovative methods, practices and methodologies to improve personnel operations; recommends changes to existing rules having an impact on personnel; monitors applicable legislation, informs agency staff of new regulations and laws affecting the organization.  Works collaboratively with the Department of Budget and Management to ensure appropriate and consistent interpretation of and compliance with HR laws, regulations, and standards within the State Personnel Management System (SPMS).

The Vice President of Human Resources works diligently to advance strategies for institutional equity, diversity, and inclusion and promotes sustainable organizational change and accountability. The position provides direction, builds capacity, develops partnerships and collaborates to facilitate shared responsibility for creating an equitable, diverse, and inclusive work environment which fosters excellence and equity across all dimensions of the organization.

The Vice President of Human Resources oversees Fair Practices, Recruitment and Talent Acquisitions, Classification and Compensation, Employee/Employer Relations, Training and Staff Development, Investigations, Health Benefits, Employee Recognition, Retirement, Risk Management, Ethics, Employee Evaluation and Performance, and Succession Planning.  The incumbent maintains an awareness of the current public personnel administration theories and practices. The position conducts research and participates in professional development activities.  Analyzes and evaluates personnel actions based on established guidelines, procedures and precedents.  

Provide expert assistance and consultation by anticipating implications of actions and alternative solutions, surveying alternatives, and determining most efficacious course of action to address the issue or problem.

Collaborate with managers to maintain and evaluate adequate staffing and proper classification of employees.

Oversee the full range of human resource strategies, tools, and programs, including the use of new flexibilities as provided by laws and regulations.

Provide direct supervision to professional and para-professional human resource personnel.

Collaborate with executive leadership to identify long and short-term program needs based upon the organization’s mission and strategic objectives.

Formulate and evaluate policies and procedures for recruitment and retention, orientation, classification, benefits and employee relations.

Evaluate benefit policies for the MPT Foundation, Inc. to ensure compliance with legal requirements and establish competitive programs.

Conduct salary surveys and evaluate salary structure and performance plans annually. 

Present recommendations to the Maryland Public Broadcasting Commission for review and approval, before submitting to the Department of Budget and Management.

Serve as the EEO officer and prepare reports for submission to the Department of Budget and Management.

Review human resource practices and ensure public broadcasting activities and reports are aligned with applicable laws and regulations, including the Federal Communications Commission (FCC).

Ensure the agency accurately classifies work performed by contractual employees and independent contractors.

Conduct analyses to determine the fiscal and operational impact of personnel actions and decisions.

Provide Human Resource representation for management committees, interview panels, and various leadership forums.

Participate on the Commission Budget and Compensation board.

Monitor recruitment policies and procedures. 

Interpret and provide guidance on provisions of COMAR, State Personnel and Pensions (SPP) and agency policy.

Maintain knowledge of federal, and state laws that affect the workplace to ensure agency compliance.

Apply analytical skills to complete analyses related to compensation, program assessment and HR metrics to remain competitive in the marketplace.

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

Experience: Ten (10) years of Human Resource experience managing and directing the activities of professional and/ or managerial level employees.

Preference will be given to applicants who possess the following preferred qualification(s). Include clear and specific information on your application regarding your qualifications. 

SHRM designation or other relevant certification is preferred. 

3 years of experience providing guidance on State of Maryland policy and working with HRIS systems. 

Experience advising executive staff on personal matters, such as investigations, discipline, performance evaluation, and applicable statutes. 

Experience leading process, program, or policy design and implementation. 

Experience with employee relations, training and development, strategic planning, and total rewards. 

Experience working with the television industry and applicable regulatory agencies.

1. Employees in this classification are required to obtain certification in State Personnel Management System policies and procedures and in the functionality of the Statewide Personnel System from the Office of Personnel Services and Benefits, Maryland Department of Budget and Management within six months from the time of appointment to the position.  Employees are also required to obtain recertification every six months thereafter. 

2. Employees in this classification may be assigned duties which require the operation of a motor vehicle. Employees assigned such duties will be required to possess a motor vehicle operator’s license valid in the State of Maryland.

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., a copy of the equivalent American education as determined by a foreign credential evaluation service must be provided prior to hire.

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.

Resumes will NOT be accepted in lieu of completing the online or paper application.

STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS

The online applications are highly recommended. However, if you are unable to apply online, the paper application (and supplemental questionnaire) may be submitted to Maryland Public Television, HR, 11767 Owings Mills Blvd., Owings Mills, MD 21117. Paper application materials must be received by the closing date for the recruitment.  No postmarks will be accepted. 

For questions regarding this recruitment, please contact S Hudson at 410-581-4267. 

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. 

Appropriate accommodations for individuals with disabilities are available upon request by calling: MD TTY Relay Service 1-800-735-2258.

We thank our Veterans for their service to our country.

People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.

As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruitment, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State's diversity.