UI Professional IV

The Maryland Department of Labor, Division of Unemployment Insurance is seeking a qualified and motivated individual for the full-time, permanent position of UI Professional IV. This recruitment will be used to fill current and future vacancies within the Division. An eligible list of candidates will be maintained for one year after the announcement’s closing date. 

This position is responsible for ensuring integrity and compliance with Maryland’s Unemployment Insurance (UI) laws by ensuring accurate and timely collection of data to support benefit acocuracy, determinations, and the integrity and sustainability of the UI system. 

We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. Spanish speaking candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

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100 S. Charles Street, Baltimore, Maryland 21201.

The purpose of this position is to assist in executing the mission of the Department of Labor and achieving the agency's goals. The Unemployment Insurance Professional IV completes duties that audit randomly selected unemployment in which benefits have been paid and denied in order to detect the source and reason for improper payments or to determine if a decision to deny benefits adjudicated properly. The position also works collaborative with various Division of Unemployment units and staff to facilitate in efforts to detect, prevent and deter improper payments. This position will conduct Tax Performance System (TPS) and Data Validation (DV) the review activities mandated by the US Department of Labor.

• Use interviewing and investigation techniques to conduct thorough telephone fact finding interviews on randomly selected cases that include elements for finance, correctness of adjudication, and compliance with agency policy, and US Department of Labor mandates.
• Evaluate accuracy and timeliness of state UI tax operations (such as employer registration, reporting, collections, and benefit charging).               
• Draw conclusions from computed measures, system reviews and acceptance sample findings to make timely and quality determinations.
• Verify the accuracy of the reported counts and dollar amounts truly reflect what is in the state’s underlying records.
•  Submit results of reviews to USDOL automated software or other method required.

Experience: Seven years of experience in a public/or private agency rendering and/or determining eligibility for a Human Service Program, or an insurance claims processing and fraud investigations program.  OR Seven years of experience in administrative staff or professional staff work.

Notes:

1. Candidates may substitute the possession of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university and three years of experience in a public/or private agency rendering and/or determining eligibility for a Human Service Program or an insurance claims processing and fraud investigations program, OR three years of experience in administrative staff or professional staff work for the required experience.

2. Candidates may substitute additional graduate level education at an accredited college or university at the rate of 30 credit hours on a year-for-year basis for the required general experience.

Personnel employed in this classification will have access to federal tax information and must undergo a state and FBI criminal background check as a condition of employment. 

All candidates are subject to a background check against files maintained by the Division of Unemployment Insurance (MD Labor/DUI) to determine whether any monies are owed to MD 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.

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.

Please note: A resume may be attached as supplemental information; however, only the information provided in the application will be reviewed and considered in the evaluation process.

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.

For positions that require Bachelor/Master Degree etc:

Educational credentials from foreign countries must be evaluated by an approved education review service. This evaluation must be submitted prior to hire. For further information, you may call International Consultants of Delaware, Inc. (302) 737-8715 or World Education Services Inc. 1-800-932-3897 or (202) 331-2925.

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.

The examination for this recruitment will be an evaluation and rating of the information provided on your application. Therefore, it is essential that the application is filled out completely and accurately, listing all relevant education and experience, addressing the specific qualifications shown above and submitting any required documentation (diploma, transcript, certification, license, etc.). Please include clear, detailed and specific information on your application regarding experience qualifications related to the minimum qualifications, desired, and/or selective qualifications of the position.

***Please note that your answers on the supplemental questionnaire must correspond to the information provided on your application to receive credit.

This is a full-time, permanent position and eligible for full State benefits, which include:

● Flexible hours and hybrid teleworking

● Paid holidays 12-13 per year

● Generous paid leave package (annual, sick, personal and compensatory leave)

● State Pension ("defined benefit" plan)

● Tax-deferred supplemental retirement savings plans (401(k) and 457)

● Comprehensive, subsidized health, dental and prescription plans with little to no    deductibles, free generic prescriptions, and free preventative health services

● Flexible Spending Account plans for Health Care and Daycare

● State Employees Credit Union

To learn more, please click this link: STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS

The online application is STRONGLY preferred. However, if you are unable to apply online, or having difficulty with your login or password, please contact DBM's Helpdesk directly at (410) 767- 4850 (8:00 AM to 5:00 PM daily, except for holidays and weekends). After business hours, please submit an email request to Application.Help@maryland.gov.

U.S. Military Veterans may qualify for additional bonus points towards certification. Any job offer will be contingent on the candidate providing a U.S. Military form DD 214 verifying honorable discharge from service prior to starting employment (and may be requested prior to interview). Permanent State employees do not need to submit proof of Veterans’ status.

 If you are unable to apply online, or encounter difficulty attaching required or optional documentation, You may contact Chevelle Wise 410-230-6293 or submit via email to chevelle.wise@maryland.gov. Please be sure to include your name, identification number (Easy ID#) and job announcement number on any documentation to ensure timely processing.

 PLEASE DO NOT FAX OR EMAIL UNSOLICITED DOCUMENTATION.

 Completed applications, required documentation, and any required addendums may be mailed to:

 Maryland Department of Labor/Office of Administration

Attn: UI Professional IV-BAM UNIT (26-001153-0001) CW
100 S. Charles Street, Tower I, Ste. 5000
Baltimore, MD 21201

The MD State Application Form can be found online.

 Maryland Department of Labor is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of MD Labor 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.