EXEC DIR COMM ON HUMAN RELATNS
Executive Director, Maryland Commission on Civil Rights
Recruitment #24-007226-0001
Department | Commission on Civil Rights |
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Date Opened | 2/22/2024 5:00:00 PM |
Filing Deadline | 3/13/2024 11:59:00 PM |
Salary | $170,000-$186,241/year |
Employment Type |
Full-Time
|
HR Analyst | Sheryl Hagood |
Work Location |
Baltimore City
|
Introduction
The
Maryland Commission on Civil Rights’ (MCCR) mission is to ensure opportunity
for all through the enforcement of Maryland’s laws against discrimination in
employment, housing, public accommodations, state contracts, health services,
and commercial leasing; to provide educational outreach services related to
provisions of this law; and to promote and improve civil rights in Maryland.
The MCCR represents the interest of the State
to ensure equal opportunity for all through enforcement of Title 20 of the
State Government Article, and Title 19 of the State Procurement & Finance
Article, Annotated Code of Maryland. MCCR investigates complaints of
discrimination in employment, housing, public accommodations, health services,
leasing of commercial property, and the State’s commercial non-discrimination
policy from members of protected classes that are covered under those laws. MCCR’s
vision is to have a State that is free from any trace of unlawful
discrimination.
GRADE
9906
LOCATION OF POSITION
William Donald Schaefer Tower
6 St. Paul Street
Baltimore, MD 21202
POSITION DUTIES
The
Executive Director is responsible for the overall management of all
administrative and programmatic activities required of this independent agency
and as directed by a nine-member Board of Commissioners. The Executive Director
is also responsible for fostering positive community relations throughout the
State, including educating the public about the Agency’s role.
Candidates
should be passionate, creative, strategic, and have the administrative skills
to lead the agency through ongoing and upcoming challenges. The Executive
Director must be able to communicate effectively orally and in writing across
all stakeholders, including staff, the public, and government officials. The
candidate must have the ability to balance the day-to-day administration and
operations of the office with implementing MCCR’s strategic vision. The
Executive Director represents the Agency, and its Commissioners, throughout the
State.
This is an Executive Service position which serves at the pleasure of the appointing authority.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education:
A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
Experience: Five years of managerial experience.
DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
An advanced degree, Master’s or Doctorate is
preferred.
In depth
knowledge of civil rights issues that impact Marylanders.
Management
experience in civil rights and anti-discrimination work or a closely related
field.
Prior
government agency service.
SELECTION PROCESS
Please make
sure that you provide sufficient information on your application to show that
you meet the qualifications for this recruitment. You must meet the
minimum qualifications to be considered. 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. All
information concerning your qualifications must be submitted by the closing
date. We will not consider information submitted after this
date. Resumes may not be submitted in lieu of completing the employment
application. Successful candidates will be ranked as Best Qualified,
Better Qualified, or Qualified and placed on the employment (eligible) 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. You may be asked to complete a supplemental
questionnaire. The supplemental questionnaire may be used as part of the
rating process. Therefore, it is important that you provide complete and
accurate information on your application.
BENEFITS
FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS
***Please attach a resume with cover letter to your application***
Department
of Budget and Management
Recruitment
and Examination Division
301
W. Preston Street, Room 608
Baltimore,
MD 21201
All
mailed documents must include the applicant's name and the job number and must
be received by the closing date. Resumes will NOT be accepted in lieu of
completing the application. If you have any questions concerning the
recruitment process for this position, please call 410-767-4850.
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 applicants are encouraged to apply.
We
thank our Veterans for their service to our country and encourage them to
apply.
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