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Deputy to the Assistant Secretary for Policy and Data

PROGRAM MANAGER SENIOR II

Recruitment #25-005483-0051

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Introduction



 
When you join the Maryland Department of Human Services (DHS), you join a team of more than 5,000 employees across the state dedicated to positively changing the lives of more than 1 million Marylanders each year. We do this by providing economic support, preventive services, and caring for children and adults.
 
We aim to deliver services so that we more quickly meet the needs of the people we serve. At DHS, we grapple with hard questions to find new ways to foster a culture of bold innovation. We do this to ensure that in Maryland, we leave no one behind. 
 

GRADE

24

LOCATION OF POSITION

Maryland Department of Human Services
Office of the Secretary
25 S. Charles Street
Baltimore, MD 21201

Main Purpose of Job

The Administrative Manager Senior III (internal title: Deputy to the Assistant Secretary for Policy) plays a pivotal role in driving the strategic direction and the day-to-day function and management of Department of Human Services policy operations. This Executive Management position will provide leadership and management of human services policy development and implementation oversight; establish and track the efficiency of policy operations and outcomes, including the quality and timeliness of proposed legislation and regulation. This position also supports Departmental Executive leadership in liaising with Department policy and other personnel.

POSITION DUTIES

  • Responsible for directing policy operations that have a broad scope and major impact on agency missions and operations including managerial responsibility for the work of policy analysts and managers and, through them, direct technical, professional and administrative staff
  • Manages the assignment of work to professional staff approved by the Assistant Secretary, and ensures appropriate training needs are identified and addressed
  • Reviews and analyzes the budget and budget reports for impending fiscal years to determine if adjustments are warranted
  • Manages overall Department goals, standards and controls to meet objectives established by the Assistant Secretary and oversees their achievement in accord with state and federal laws, regulations, policies, and issues
  • Monitors and keeps abreast of emerging policy initiatives, challenges, and opportunities in response to new legislation, local, state, and national events

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university in Policy, Public Administration, Political Science, Sociology, Psychology, Social Work or related field.

Experience: Five (5) years of experience in Government Affairs, Economic Benefits, Child Support, Family Investment, or a related field, including experience within the Legislative or Executive Branch and Federal, State, or Tribal government, as well as supervisory experience in a professional setting.

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

The ideal candidate will possess:
  • Graduate Degree from an accredited college or university in Policy, Public Administration, Political Science, Sociology, Psychology, or related field.
  • Three years of experience in Child Welfare, Child Support, TANF, and/or SNAP. 
  • Three years experience in drafting legislation, regulations, or policy at tribal, state, or federal levels.

SELECTION PROCESS

Please make sure that you provide sufficient information on your application to show that you meet the qualifications for this recruitment. It is important that you report all related education and experience that is relevant to this recruitment qualifications. We will not consider information submitted after this date. Successful candidates will be placed on the employment (eligible) list. The resulting list may be used for future vacancies with this agency. If you are in State service and are a promotional candidate, your salary will be determined in accordance with State of Maryland guidelines.

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 thirteen (13) holidays per year.  
  • Pension - State employees earn credit towards a retirement pension.
  • Positions may be eligible for telework.

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

The online application process is STRONGLY preferred. If you are unable to apply online, you may mail a paper application and supplemental questionnaire to, Department of Human Services, Employment Services, Attention: Heather Braddy, 25 S. Charles Street, 11th floor, Baltimore, Maryland 21201.

You will be required to provide a resume, salary history, and current salary requirements.  Additional information about DHS is available at www.dhs.maryland.gov.

If you are in State service and are a promotional candidate, your salary will be determined in accordance with State of Maryland guidelines.
If you have any questions concerning the recruitment process for this position, please email Heather Braddy at heather.braddy2@maryland.gov; include the job title and recruitment # in the subject line.

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. TTY Users: call via Maryland Relay.

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. We thank our Veterans for their service to our country.


Click on a link below to apply for this position:

Fill out the Supplemental Questionnaire and Application NOW using the Internet. Apply Online
View and print the Supplemental Questionnaire. This recruitment requires completion of a supplemental questionnaire. You may view and print the supplemental questionnaire here.
Apply via Paper Application. You may also download and complete the Paper Application here.

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