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Deputy Director of Policy & Planning Unit

PROGRAM MANAGER SENIOR II

Recruitment #26-005483-0004

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Introduction

GRADE

24

LOCATION OF POSITION

100 South Charles Street
Baltimore, Maryland 21201

Main Purpose of Job

The purpose of this senior management position is to support and execute the mission of the Maryland Department of Labor and advance the strategic goals of the Division of Unemployment Insurance (DUI). Serving as a key member of the Division’s executive leadership team, this position provides high-level policy leadership and strategic advice to the Director of UI Policy, the Assistant Secretary, and the Deputy Assistant Secretaries regarding complex State and federal legislation, regulations, and policy initiatives.

This position leads Division-wide policy development and implementation efforts related to reemployment, employer taxation, benefits administration, and internal operational policies directs federal reporting, grant development, and compliance activities; and oversees the development of performance metrics and operational process analyses to support data-driven decision-making. The position plays a critical role in planning, coordinating, and advancing Division strategies required by statute, regulation, executive order, and departmental priorities, ensuring the efficient, compliant, and effective delivery of Unemployment Insurance services to the citizens of Maryland. The position reports to the Director of Policy and exercises managerial authority over the UI Policy team.

POSITION DUTIES

Duties of this position include, but are not limited to:

As the Deputy Director, this role leads and directs the day-to-day operations of the Unemployment Insurance (UI) Policy and Planning and Legal Services functions, ensuring full compliance with regulations set forth by the U.S. Department of Labor and Maryland State laws to ensure the agencies goals are obtained. 

Provide oversight in the following activities for the UI Policy Team: 

  • UI Management Model Standards 
  •  Administration 
  •  Internal Policy and Strategic Planning and Review Oversight 
  •  UI Legislation and Regulations Administration 
  •  Core Federal Performance Measures and USDOL Secretary Standards 
  •  DUI Agreements Management 
  •  Subpoena & PIA Request Management

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university. (Must upload a copy of your college degree or transcripts).

Experience: Five years of experience in the public policy arena with an emphasis on policy development (either with a non-profit, state, or federal legislative office or regulatory agency). Three years of supervisory experience managing or leading teams, overseeing and coordinating the general operations of a unit, applying rules and regulations, or taking responsibility for developing policies or procedures. 

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.

Bachelor's degree in public policy science, public administration or a related field.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

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.

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.

Resumes are strongly encouraged, please upload along with application

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. 

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

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

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

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 submit via email to felicia.ransome@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 Human Resources
Attn: #26-005483-0004 (Deputy Director of Policy & Planning/FR)
100 S. Charles Street
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 MDOL 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.



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