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Program Manager, Incentive Programs

PROGRAM MANAGER SENIOR III

Recruitment #26-005484-0002

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Introduction

This is a Management Service position, and serves at the pleasure of the Appointing Authority.

GRADE

25

LOCATION OF POSITION

The World Trade Center - 401 East Pratt Street, Baltimore, Maryland 21202

Main Purpose of Job

The Maryland Department of Commerce is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Program Manager, Incentive Programs in its Office of Finance Programs & Incentives within its Division of Business Attraction & Special Projects.

POSITION DUTIES

The primary responsibility is to supervise a team of Finance Specialists to deploy and manage discretionary programs that are critical to the Department’s priorities and mission of economic development through business attraction, growth and retention and accompanying private capital investment and jobs. This position will collaborate with other units in the agency and local economic development officials in structuring, negotiating and closing incentive proposals for desired economic development projects; oversee proposal generation and documentation efforts; structure and negotiate modifications; work closely with local economic development officials demonstrating the state’s support of their efforts and objectives, and with the business community assisting projects to success through appropriate resources. Manager will administer the following program: the Maryland Economic Development Assistance Authority and Fund, Economic Development Opportunities Program Fund, Maryland Industrial Development Financing Authority, and the Partnership for Workforce Quality statewide.

 

Candidates must possess excellent interpersonal, written and oral communication skills; ability to handle multiple, concurrent, and high priority projects; experience in managing discretionary economic programs involving internal programs and federal, state, local, and non-profit business sector interests; experience with state resources available to Maryland companies; advanced experience in evaluating business plans, various financial statements and projections, credit reports; and collateral; able to work with high level public and private sector officials and maintain effective working relationships; proficiency with Microsoft Office, Google, or other relevant software is required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: A Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business, Accounting, Economics, or related field from an accredited college or university

 

Experience: Ten (10) years of financial economic experience, with seven (7) years of commercial bank lending, underwriting, credit analysis or related experience and/or training.

 

Note:

1. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be acceptable.

2. Candidates may substitute a Master's degree from an accredited college or university in in Finance, Business, Accounting, Economics, or related field for up to 2 years of the required general experience.

3. Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service as a commissioned officer in finance, accounting, classification, or Financial Management specialty codes in the Budgeting field of work 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.

1. Advanced degree in finance, business management, accounting or related field. 

2. Experience with administering financial incentive programs. 

3. Knowledge of and experience in state government financial laws, regulations, and policies  

4. Proven ability to assess risk and determine if investment is appropriate. 

5. Four years of supervisory management experience. 

6. Formal leadership training. 

7. Experience with the Financial Management Information System (FMIS) or comparable software.

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. 

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

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.


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FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

Online applications are strongly encouraged. To be considered, you must submit a complete application and all required materials by the closing date, including the supplemental questionnaire. A resume may be included as supporting documentation, but a resume alone will not be accepted or considered. Information submitted after the closing date will not be reviewed.

If unable to apply online, please submit your State application form, resume, and supplemental questionnaire by the closing date and time to the HR contact listed below.

When submitting additional information, the preferred method is to upload it with your application. All uploaded additional information must be received by the closing date and time. If you are unable to upload, please email the requested information to the HR contact. 

Anna Halikias - anna.halikias@maryland.gov

Maryland Department of Commerce - Office of Human Resources

ATTN: Program Manager, Incentive Programs

The World Trade Center - 401 East Pratt Street, 10th Floor

Baltimore, Maryland 21202 


If you have questions about this recruitment, please contact the Maryland Department of Commerce at 410-767-6300. 

You may also visit our website: Department of Commerce. 

If you are having difficulty with your user account or have general questions about the online application system, please contact the Maryland Department of Budget and Management, Recruitment and Examination Division at 410-767-4850 or Application.Help@maryland.gov. 

As an E-Verify and 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 and encourage them to apply.

TTY Users: call via Maryland Relay 1-800-735-2258



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