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Project Manager, Innovation Team

EXEC AIDE IV

Recruitment #25-007645-0001

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Introduction

The project manager is appointed by, and serves at the pleasure of, the Governor.

The project manager will work as part of the Innovation Team to prioritize workstreams, conduct research, develop strategic interventions and implementation plans, work with cross-sector stakeholders, and manage various efforts simultaneously – effectively engaging all necessary team members to support success throughout the process.

To apply, please submit your resume to innovation.team@maryland.gov by the deadline, Friday, October 17, 2025 at 11:59PM ET. The subject line should read: (YOUR NAME – Project Manager, Innovation Team)

GRADE

23

LOCATION OF POSITION

Baltimore City, MD (primary) and Annapolis, MD

POSITION DUTIES

General Purpose: The project manager will lead the day-to-day management of analysis, idea generation activities, and initiative development and implementation for the Innovation Team.

Responsibilities:
  • Collaborate with a Chief Innovation Officer, Deputy Director, and other Innovation Team members to improve the lives of Marylanders 
  • Consult with internal and external experts to fully understand issue areas and generate innovative, feasible solutions 
  • Research specific policy areas that are priorities of the Innovation Team, the State and Governor’s Office 
  • Ability to work collaboratively to design solutions informed by both data and resident perspectives 
  • Develop detailed prototype and implementation plans and ensure effective and efficient delivery of solutions to meet specific targets 
  • Establish strong relationships with partners, including government officials, private and nonprofit sector leaders, and residents 
  • Effectively monitor progress of workstreams and communicate across the team as appropriate 
  • Support team members in the development and execution of implementation plans for Innovation Team projects 
  • Develop impactful narratives to communicate successes and impact on Marylanders  
  • Maintain a high level of organization to coordinate projects across the Innovation Team  
  • Assist with questions, needs, and concerns – internally and externally - by handling, delegating, or escalating incoming as appropriate 
  • Other duties and projects as assigned

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

The successful candidate will have demonstrated the following:
  • Education: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university. 
  • Experience: At least four (4) years of strategic and administrative work experience, this includes but is not limited to:
    • Experience defining and managing projects alongside diverse stakeholders who are instrumental to successful delivery

Applicants will also be expected to possess preferably all of the following: 
  • Demonstrated strength in strategic thinking, with the ability to translate vision into actionable plans and measurable results 
  • Track record of delivering results in a high-pressure environment and for multiple workstreams 
  • Problem solving skills and an ability to anticipate challenges and develop solutions to maintain timelines and meet deadlines 
  • Passion for public service and making a positive difference in the lives of Marylanders 
  • Understanding of the civic innovation space 
  • Ability to navigate an ambiguous environment with excitement and enthusiasm 
  • Demonstrated growth mindset with a passion for staying at the forefront of emerging trends in technology, policy, and community engagement 
  • A track record of demonstrating and successfully applying the following characteristics:
    • Excellent ability to simplify information and concepts, to formulate options and recommendations, and to communicate with all levels of management and workforce to achieve objectives 
    • Effective listener - probes, surfaces, and shares new ideas and ways of doing things 
    • A “self-starter” motivated by the achievement of the organization, the team, and themselves – in that order 
    • A team player, with the ability to organize, assign, and track completion of work by direct and indirect team members 
    • Organized, with the ability to manage and prioritize multiple priorities and work projects 
    • Flexible and adaptable, even while maintaining a keen focus on objectives 
    • High energy, highly resilient, and resourceful 
    • Highest personal standards of integrity 
    • Excellent written and verbal communication skills 
    • Stellar attention to detail 
    • Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion

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

To apply, please submit your resume to innovation.team@maryland.gov by the deadline, Friday, October 17, 2025 at 11:59PM ET. The subject line should read: (YOUR NAME – Project Manager, Innovation Team)

The State of Maryland is committed to diversity among its staff, and recognizes that its continued success requires the highest commitment to obtaining and retaining a diverse staff that provides the best quality services to supporters and constituents. The State of Maryland is an equal opportunity employer and it is our policy to recruit, hire, train, promote and administer any and all personnel actions without regard to sex, race, age, color, creed, national origin, religion, economic status, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity or expression, ethnic identity or disability, or any other legally protected basis. The State of Maryland is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities in the hiring process and on the job, as required by applicable law. The State of Maryland will not tolerate any unlawful discrimination and any such conduct is strictly prohibited.



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