ADMINISTRATOR III

If you are looking for an exciting career with great benefits, pension, generous leave, competitive salary, and the opportunity for advancement and professional growth, apply to join the DPSCS team today!

The Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services (DPSCS) is seeking dedicated candidates to fill important roles within our department. We are one of the largest departments in Maryland with nearly 12,000 employees and a budget of more than $1 billion. In order to fulfill our mission of promoting safety, we have increased security at our institutions while leading the way in innovative restorative justice projects that will help offenders reintegrate into society upon release.

As a member of the DPSCS team, you can have a fulfilling career, while also enjoying a wide range of benefits such as medical and dental coverage, paid time off (i.e. vacation, sick leave), becoming vested in the State pension, supplemental retirement options, and even joining the Maryland State Employees Credit Union.

6776 Reisterstown Road

Baltimore, MD 21215

The Program Manager for equity in policy programs and engagement serves a vital role within the Alternative Dispute Resolution and Direct Services Unit under the Secretary’s Office of Fair Practices & Inclusion.  In alignment with the Executive Director of Fair Practices and Inclusion’s strategic vision and Secretary’s needs, the Program Manager will develop and oversee programs and partnerships to support the Agency in raising awareness and practice support for underrepresented employees and individuals in our care, such as LGBTQ specific issues in employment relations as well as policies and procedures regarding the LGBTQ incarcerated population.

The policy in equity program manager will be responsible to review and assess DPSCS policies with an eye toward adverse impacts on underrepresented populations. With regards to LGBTQ Initiatives, the incumbent will have expanding responsibilities given the pace of change towards LGBTQ rights, treatment and recognition within the correctional setting. They will be primarily responsible for Agency compliance to myriad legal cases relating to the care of custody of LGBTQ/Transgender Incarcerated Individuals. In order to deal with these complex issues DPSCS personnel will be meeting with leadership of other correctional agencies nationwide.  The Program Manger for Equity in Policy will be the point person coordinating these efforts. 

The Program Manager is also charged with developing strategic partnerships with community advocacy groups to diverse workforce/talent acquisition, as well as provide resources for employee engagement on topics dealing with underrepresented and marginalized communities. 

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

Experience: Six 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 and two years of experience in administrative staff or professional work 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.

1. Experience in developing and implementing civility training programs that incorporate understanding of EEO/ADA/Harassment/Bullying in the workplace to ensure equity and inclusion.

2. Experience in research and collecting current policies and best practices to ensure equity and inclusion of underrepresented communities.

3. Experience in handling investigations and/or complaints of discrimination related to underrepresented communities.

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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• Personal Leave - new State employees are awarded six (6) personnel days annually (prorated based on start date). 
• Annual Leave - ten (10) days of accumulated annual leave per year. 
• Sick Leave - fifteen (15) days of accumulated sick leave per year.  
• Parental Leave - up to sixty (60) days of paid parental leave upon the birth or adoption of a child. 
• Holidays - State employees also celebrate at least twelve (12) holidays per year.   
• Pension - State employees earn credit towards a retirement pension.
• Student Loan Forgiveness - Employees with the State of Maryland are eligible to participate in the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
• Free Mass Transit Benefit​- Permanent State employees are entitled to use the Baltimore Light Rail, the Baltimore Metro Subway, the Baltimore Bus Service

Online applications are highly recommended. However, if you are unable to apply online, the paper application and supplemental questionnaire may be emailed to hr.recruitmentuser@maryland.gov. Paper application materials must be received in our office by the closing date for the recruitment.

If you are 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 hr.recruitmentuser@maryland.gov referencing the recruitment number in the subject line. Only additional materials that are requested will be accepted for this recruitment.

For other HR related questions, please contact the Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services, HRSD-Recruitment Division at 410-585-3999.

Kyoo Hwang

kyoo.hwang2@maryland.gov

If you are having difficulties with submitting your online application, please contact the DBM Recruitment and Examination Division at Application.Help@maryland.gov <Application.Help@maryland.gov> or 410-767-4850.

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 recruiting, retaining, and promoting employees who are reflective of the State's diversity.