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Heallth Benefits and Retirement Supervisor

ADMINISTRATIVE SPECIALIST III SUPERVISOR

Recruitment #26-001759-0006

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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

STD0012

LOCATION OF POSITION

Baltimore City Department of Social Services 
Office of Human Resources 
1910 N. Broadway 
Baltimore, MD 21213 

Main Purpose of Job

The purpose of this position is to supervise the daily operations of the Health Benefits and Wellness Unit. Provides expertise in policy and procedures with FMLA, PFML, FMLI, ADA Accommodations, Retirement, State Medical Director, and leave bank for the Baltimore City Department of Social Services. This position also provides supervision to employees. 

POSITION DUTIES

  • Provides training, consultation, expert advice and guidance to Appointing Authorities, both internally and externally, that includes all levels of management from the Assistant Director, HR Officers/Liaisons and employees on relevant laws, policies and procedures pertaining to state benefits. 
  • Provide training consultation, expert advice, and guidance to subordinate employees. 
  • Manages the delivery and processing of Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA), Paid Family Medical Leave (PFML), Family Medical Leave Insurance (FMLI) issues using federal, state, and Department of Budget and Management guidelines to Baltimore City Department of Social Services (BCDSS) employees and management in conjunction with internal payroll department. 
  • Produces American Disability Act (ADA) reports to the Office of Employment and Program Equity (OEPE). 
  • Coordinates, direct, and process referrals to the State Medical Doctor (SMD) by interpreting and applying guidelines set by the Department of Budget and Management (DBM) to return employees back to work as soon as possible, utilizing the managed return to work program. 
  • Provide supervision to subordinate staff that consist of training, assigning, reviewing, and evaluating work assignments.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Applicants must meet all minimum (and selective) qualifications to be considered, and to appear on the list of people eligible for hire. Please read all requirements before applying

Education: Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a high school equivalency certificate.

Experience: Two years of experience performing administrative staff, clerical, clerical technical, or secretarial work.

Notes:

1. Candidates may substitute 30 college credit hours from an accredited college or university for each year of the required experience.

2. Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a non-commissioned officer involving staff work requiring regular use of independent judgment and analysis in applying and interpreting rules and regulations in accordance with agency laws and policies on a year-for-year basis for the required experience.

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

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

  • One year of supervisory experience in an HR setting.
  • One year of experiencing handling retirement, benefits, and leave administration.
  • One year of experience advising on attendance, FMLA, PFML, and other leave matters.
  • One year of experience providing guidance to managers and supervisors on HR matters.

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS

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.

SELECTION PROCESS

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.

If you are in State service and are a promotional candidate, your salary will be determined in accordance with State of Maryland guidelines.

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.

For education obtained outside the U.S., a copy of the equivalent American education as determined by a foreign credential evaluation service is required prior to hire.

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 twelve (12) holiday per year.
• Pension – State employees earn credits 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 supplement questionnaire to: Attention: Trelia Gunter, Department of Human Services, Examination Services Unit, 25 S. Charles Street, Suite 1100, Baltimore, MD 21201.

Or email trelia.gunter@maryland.gov.; voice 410-767-7416.

All mailed documents must include the applicant's name and the job number and must be received by 5 p.m. on the closing date. Resumes will NOT be accepted in lieu of completing the application. 

If additional information is required, the preferred method is to upload. If unable to upload, please email requested information only to trelia.gunter@maryland.gov. Only additional materials that are required will be accepted for this recruitment. All additional information must be received by the closing date and time. 

TTY Users: call via Maryland Relay.
 
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. 

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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