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ADMINISTRATIVE SPECIALIST III **REPOST**

GRANTS SPECIALIST

Recruitment #24-002043-0002

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Introduction

RECRUITMENT REPOST. PREVIOUS APPLICANTS NEED NOT REAPPLY.

GRADE

12

LOCATION OF POSITION

MDH St. Mary's County Health Department
21580 Peabody Street
Leonardtown, MD 20650

Main Purpose of Job

The main purpose of this full-time position will be to provide administrative support for the Division of Community Engagement and Policy (DCEP). This position will support and enhance the flow of work and monitoring of grant funding streams received from federal, state, and local resources in the Division of Community Engagement & Policy at St. Mary’s County Health Department.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

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

The desired candidate should possess:
  1. Grant Management Experience
    1. Experience in effectively managing and overseeing grants from federal, state, and local resources. This includes a demonstrated ability to develop and submit accurate and timely grant reporting documents.
    2. Familiarity with grant budgeting processes, ensuring that budgetary spending aligns with planned grant activities and complies with regulatory requirements.
    3. Proven ability to work collaboratively with fiscal offices to track and manage grant funds, ensuring compliance with financial regulations.
  2. Administrative Support and Coordination
    1. Strong administrative and organizational skills to provide comprehensive support to the Division Director and various program units within the Division.
    2. Experience in coordinating and facilitating communication among multiple program staff and units, ensuring the seamless flow of information and collaborative efforts.
    3. Proficiency in managing requests for proposals (RFPs) from community organizations/sub-recipients, including the ability to assist in their development, evaluation, and monitoring.

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

Applicants who meet the minimum (and selective) qualifications will be included in further evaluation. The evaluation may be a rating of your application based on your education, training and experience as they relate to the requirements of the position. Therefore, it is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application. Please report all related education, experience, dates and hours of work. Clearly indicate your college degree and major on your application, if applicable. For education obtained outside the U.S., any job offer will be contingent on the candidate providing an evaluation for equivalency by a foreign credential evaluation service prior to starting employment (and may be requested prior to interview). 

Complete applications must be submitted by the closing date. Information submitted after this date will not be added. 

Incorrect application forms will not be accepted. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.

Candidates may remain on the certified eligible list for a period of at least one year. The resulting certified eligible list for this recruitment may be used for similar positions in this or other State agencies.

BENEFITS

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 MDH, Recruitment and Selection Division, 201 W. Preston St., Room 114-B, Baltimore, MD 21201. Paper application materials must be received by 5 pm, close of business, on the closing date for the recruitment, no postmarks will be accepted.

If additional information is required, the preferred method is to upload.  If you are unable to upload, please fax the requested information to 410-333-5689. Only additional materials that are required will be accepted for this recruitment. All additional information must be received by the closing date and time.

For questions regarding this recruitment, please contact the MDH Recruitment and Selection Division at 410-767-1251.

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. 

Appropriate accommodations for individuals with disabilities are available upon request by calling: 410-767-1251 or 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.




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