ADMINISTRATOR I

The Maryland State Library Agency (MSLA) is an independent agency providing strategic leadership and guidance to Maryland’s public libraries. MSLA promotes the planning and implementation of library programs, supports staff and career development through education and training, and facilitates resource sharing among libraries. MSLA oversees the Maryland State Library for the Blind and Print Disabled, Maryland’s Public Libraries, the State Library Network, the Public Library Capital Grants Program, and the Maryland Deaf Culture Digital Library.

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25 S. Charles St., Suite 1310

 Baltimore, MD 21201

Functions as a Special Assistant to the State Librarian. Serves in a second line managerial capacity responsible for administrative staff work related to the administration of departmental policy and oversight and coordination of agency operations. Assists with planning, organizing and leading the work of agency staff, including professional, technical, administrative or clerical workers; assists with the evaluation of the efficiency of operations and assists with the development, revision and recommendation of new policies, standards, and workflow procedures, using new technology where appropriate; interprets and applies or oversees the application of agency policies, rules and regulations to accomplish the work of the agency. Serves as liaison to the overall operations of the Public Library and State Networking Branch and the Maryland State Library for the Blind and Print Disabled.

This is a Special Appointment position, and serves at the pleasure of the Appointing Authority.

● Performs the duties of Executive Administrator to the State Librarian;

Education: Possession of a Bachelor Degree from an accredited college or university.

Experience: Five years of administrative staff or professional work.

Notes:

1. Candidates may substitute additional professional experience as defined above on a year-for-year basis for the required education.
2. Candidates may substitute additional job-related education at a rate of thirty credit hours for each year of experience for up to two years of the required experience.
3. Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a commissioned officer in business and industry classification or business and industry specialty codes in the related field of work on a year-for-year basis for the required experience and education.

Two years of experience as an Executive Assistant.

Two years of experience in Human Resources.  

Two years of experience working with Microsoft Office Suite and Google Suite.

Employees in this classification may be assigned duties that will require transportation and may be responsible for providing their own transportation as needed to access meetings and job destinations as required.

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.

Resumes may not be submitted in lieu of completing the employment application. For education obtained outside the U.S., a copy of the equivalent American education as determined by a foreign credential evaluation service must be provided prior to hire·

Proof of eligibility to work in compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act and travel throughout the state are required.  Any misrepresentation of academic or experience requirements for this position may result in non-selection or termination of employment.

Successful candidates will be placed on the employment (eligible) list for at least one year.

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.

STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS

Online applications are highly recommended, we are requesting each candidate to upload their resume and any supporting documentation clearly demonstrates that the applicant meets the Minimum Qualification. Paper application materials must be received in our office by the closing date for the recruitment. No postmarks will be accepted.  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.

For questions regarding this recruitment, please contact DBM Recruitment and Examination Division at Application.Help@maryland.gov or 410-767-4850.

MD TTY Relay Service 1-800-735-2258

As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruitment, retaining, and promoting employees who are reflective of the State's diversity. People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply. 

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