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Administrative Coordinator

Office for Disability Employment Advancement and Policy (ODEAP)

Recruitment #26-002711-0036

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Introduction

The Maryland Department of Disabilities (MDOD) is charged with coordinating and improving the delivery of services to individuals with disabilities throughout the State. By working collaboratively with all State government agencies, MDOD provides advocacy and guidance to ensure services are delivered in the most integrated settings possible, policies affecting individuals with disabilities are consistent, and the diverse needs of all are considered when making decisions that impact Marylanders.
 
After training, this position is eligible for hybrid telework.

GRADE

13

LOCATION OF POSITION

MDOD - 217 E. Redwood St., Ste. 1300, Baltimore, MD 21202

POSITION DUTIES

The Administrative Coordinator provides administrative, project, and programmatic support under the direction of the Executive Director of ODEAP and Maryland's State as a Model Employer (SAME) Initiative. This position assists with implementing initiatives designed to improve employment outcomes for Marylanders with disabilities.

Duties include, but are not limited to:

● Provide administrative support to the Executive Director to support the day-to-day operations of ODEAP, including document preparation, fiscal management, meeting coordination, progress tracking, and reporting

● Conduct outreach and engagement with State hiring managers, businesses, and other key stakeholders to identify hiring needs, facilitate access to qualified candidates, and provide training, technical assistance, and limited job coaching to support the SAME Initiative

● Engage with job seekers with disabilities, community partners, and service providers to share employment opportunities, pre-screen potential candidates, and assist with planning job fairs and other employment-related events

● Use data collection tools, including SurveyMonkey, to collect and analyze information and prepare reports for the Executive Director and research contractor

● Monitor employment initiatives and best practices in Maryland and other states and prepare written reports, presentations, and supporting materials that include ODEAP recommendations, research findings, and examples of successful employment models.

● Engage in job development and provide job coaching as part of a State pilot for part-time customized employment

● Create, update, and maintain accessible content for the ODEAP website and related resources, including information for job seekers, employers, and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) resources, using plain language

● Conduct in person training as needed/required

● Some Statewide travel will be required

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

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

Experience: One year of administrative staff or professional work.

Notes:

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

2. Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a commissioned officer involving staff work that included regular use of independent judgment and analysis in applying and interpreting complex administrative plans, policies, rules or regulations or analysis of operational programs or procedures with recommendations for improvement 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):

● Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously

● Experience providing administrative support to senior executive leadership

● Experience coordinating and supporting meetings and events that include large numbers of diverse participants and outside speakers

● Experience supporting individuals with disabilities including individuals with Neurodiversity in the workplace

● Experience providing job development, customized employment, and job coaching services
 
● Experience coordinating ADA accommodations for meetings or events and providing training on the Americans with Disabilities Act, particularly Titles I and II

● Experience with Google Workspace (including Google Meet), Microsoft Office, Microsoft Teams, and Zoom

● Excellent research and writing skills 

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 placed on the eligible (employment) list for at least one year.

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

Contractual employees who work for an agency covered under the State Employee and Retiree Health and Welfare Benefits Program, have a current employment contract and work 30 or more hours a week (or on average 130 hours per month) may be eligible for subsidized health benefits coverage for themselves and their dependents. As a contractual employee, you will be responsible for paying 25% of the premiums for your medical and prescription coverage, including any eligible dependents you have enrolled. The State of Maryland will subsidize the remaining 75% of the cost for these benefits. You can also elect to enroll in dental coverage, accidental death and dismemberment insurance, and life insurance, but will be responsible to pay the full premium for these benefits.

Leave may be granted to a contractual employee at a rate of one hour for every 30 hours worked, not to exceed 40 hours per calendar year.

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

Online applications are highly recommended. However, if you are unable to apply online, the paper application and supplemental questionnaire may be submitted to: Department of Budget and Management, Recruitment and Examination Division, 301 W. Preston St., Baltimore, MD 21201. Paper application materials must be received in our office by the closing date for the recruitment. No postmarks will be accepted.

For questions regarding this recruitment, please contact the DBM Recruitment and Examination Division at Application.Help@maryland.gov or 410-767-4850, MD TTY Relay Service 1-800-735-2258.

We thank our Veterans for their service to our country.

People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.

As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruitment, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State's diversity.



Click on a link below to apply for this position:

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Apply via Paper Application. You may also download and complete the Paper Application here.

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