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GOSV - Program Officer

ADMINISTRATOR I

Recruitment #25-002586-0009

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Introduction



This is a contractual position with the State of Maryland with limited/subsidized , health benefits.

Agency Mission

Whether they're preparing our state for climate change, tutoring our students, or caring for the sick, young people should have the option to perform important service today and build a foundation for our shared future. This is the first effort of its kind in the nation, and Maryland will lead the way.

– Governor Wes Moore

The Department of Service and Civic Innovation was established by the Serving Every Region Through Vocational Exploration (SERVE) Act of 2023 with the purpose of promoting service and volunteerism in the state of Maryland. The SERVE Act also launched two new exciting service pathways for eligible youth and adults, in addition to existing volunteer and service opportunities available through​ the Governor's Office on Service and Volunteerism.

DSCI offers a flexible work schedule, telework, and a competitive salary. There is  parking near our offices located in downtown Annapolis, Maryland.



GRADE

16

LOCATION OF POSITION

45 Calvert Street
Annapolis, MD 21401

Main Purpose of Job

The Program Officer (PO) is an integral position in the administration of program grants on behalf of the Governor's Office on Service and Volunteerism (GOSV) within the Department of Service and Civic Innovation (DSCI). The GOSV Program Officer will work closely with the GOSV's program portfolio, assist in the development of an annual monitoring plan, manage monitoring and reporting activities, and oversee compliance of grant agreements, regulations, and policies.

POSITION DUTIES

The Program Officer provides compliance monitoring and support to AmeriCorps programs within the GOSV portfolio

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

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

Experience: Four years of administrative staff or professional work.

Notes:

1. Candidates may substitute 30 college credit hours from an accredited college or university for each year up to four years of the required experience.

2. Candidates may substitute the possession of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university for the required experience.

3. Candidates may substitute the possession of a Master's degree from an accredited college or university for the required experience.

4. Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a commissioned officer involving staff work related to the administration of rules, regulations, policy, procedures and processes, or overseeing or coordinating unit operations or functioning as a staff assistant to a higher ranking commissioned officer on a year-for- year basis for the required experience.

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

One year of experience with AmeriCorps program or state commission
Non-profit leadership experience 
Project management certification or experience

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 ranked as Best Qualified, Better Qualified, or Qualified and placed on the eligible (employment) list for at least one year.

 

 

 

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 who has worked 120 days in a 12 month period. This leave accrues at a rate of one hour for every 30 hours worked, not to exceed 40 hours per calendar year.

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

The online application process is STRONGLY preferred. If you are unable to apply online, you may email the application, supplemental questionnaire and other materials (if applicable) to the email address below before the filing deadline. You must include the following information on at least one of the pages you submit:

1.  First and Last Name
2.  Recruitment Number (located at the top of the bulletin)
3.  The last four digits of your SS#

If you have questions or concerns regarding this recruitment, please email tiffany.watts@maryland.gov at the Department of Service and Civic Innovation, Human Resources Office. Incomplete applications and/or resumes in lieu of application will not be accepted.

If you are having difficulty with your user account or have general questions about this 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.

TTY Users: call via Maryland Relay

As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruiting, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State’s diversity. Bilingual applicants and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply for all recruitments. 

DSCI values the experience gained by Veterans while serving our country and welcome them to apply.



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