Skip to Main Content

Policy Director

Administrative Program Manager I

Recruitment #25-005472-0007

Go Back View Benefits

Introduction

The Maryland Department of Labor is accepting applications for the position of Administrative Program Manager I. This position will be a liaison between the Office of the Secretary of Labor and the Division of Occupational and Professional Licensing on matters concerning policy and legislation. It will review updates to applicable statutes and regulations and provide management support and guidance regarding new regulatory and legislative bills and process changes. The position will also verify that each licensing unit strictly complies with all applicable statutes and regulations with all 25 programs. 

Resumes are acceptable as additional information, however, the application must be completed or it will be subject to rejection.

This is a Management Services position that serves at the pleasure of the Appointing Authority.

GRADE

19

LOCATION OF POSITION

100 S.  Charles Street, Baltimore, Maryland 21201

Main Purpose of Job

This position will be a liaison between the Office of the Secretary of Labor, the Office of the Governor of Maryland, and the Division of Occupational and Professional Licensing. It will review updates to applicable statutes and regulations and provide management support and guidance regarding new regulatory and legislative bills and process changes. The position will also verify that each licensing unit strictly complies with all applicable statutes and regulations with all 25 programs.

POSITION DUTIES

Duties may include, but not limited to:
  • Assist the board counsel in drafting legislative and regulatory proposals to establish and clarify laws in accordance with administrator policies
  • Drafts correspondence in response to citizens, legislator, or external organizations for signature of the Commissioner, Secretary, or Governor
  • Coordinates response to request for information from legislators, the media, citizens, and the industry to ensure responsiveness, accuracy and conformity with the Maryland Public Information Act
  • Prepares various statistical, annual, and special reports for review as required by the administration and General Assembly
  • Serves as a counterpart to the Secretary's legislative staff members
  • Completes special projects as assigned by the Commissioner's Office and the Office of the Secretary

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Bachelors Degree
Experience: 2 years of experience in the Maryland General Assembly and 1 year of experience managing a customer service-oriented government program or other organizational program and one year of experience developing, implementing, and evaluating policies, plans and programs.

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Strong preference will be given to applicants who possess the following preferred qualification(s). Include clear and specific information on your application regarding your qualifications.

Experience interpreting and applying State Government laws, regulations, policies, and procedures

Experience with process improvement

Experience managing issues related to licensing, compliance, and regulation

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

All candidates are subject to a background check against files maintained by the Division of Unemployment Insurance (MDOL/DUI) to determine whether any monies are owed to MDOL/DUI as a result of unemployment overpayment/fraud. Any unpaid debt may have an impact on whether or not a candidate is offered employment.

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. Resumes are accepted as additional information, however, the application must be completed or it will be subject to rejection.

All information concerning the qualifications, including any required documentation (diploma, transcript, certificate, etc.) must be submitted and received by the closing date. Information submitted after this date will not be considered. 

For positions that require Bachelor/Master Degree etc: 

Educational credentials from foreign countries must be evaluated by an approved education review service. This evaluation must be submitted prior to hire. For further information, you may call International Consultants of Delaware, Inc. (302) 737-8715 or World Education Services Inc. 1-800-932-3897 or (202) 331-2925.

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.

The examination for this recruitment will be an evaluation and rating of the information provided on your application. Therefore, it is essential that the application is filled out completely and accurately, listing all relevant education and experience, addressing the specific qualifications shown above and submitting any required documentation (diploma, transcript, certification, license, etc.). Please include clear, detailed and specific information on your application regarding experience qualifications related to the minimum qualifications, desired, and/or selective qualifications of the position.

BENEFITS

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

The online application is STRONGLY preferred. However, if you are unable to apply online, or encounter difficulty attaching required or optional documentation, you may submit via mail or deliver in person. Please be sure to include your name, identification number (Easy ID#) and job announcement number on any documentation to ensure timely processing.

If you are unable to apply online, or encounter difficulty attaching required or optional documentation, you may submit via mail or deliver in person. Please be sure to include your name, identification number (Easy ID#) and job announcement number on any documentation to ensure timely processing. 

PLEASE DO NOT FAX OR EMAIL UNSOLICITED DOCUMENTATION 
Completed applications, required documentation, and any required addendums may be mailed to: 

Maryland Department of Labor 
Attn: Donna L. Watson 25-005472-0007 
100 S. Charles Street, Suite 5000 
Baltimore, MD 21201 

The MD State Application Form can be found online 

Department of Labor is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of Labor that all persons have equal opportunity and access to employment opportunities, services, and facilities without regard to race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin or ancestry, marital status, parental status, sexual orientation, disability or veteran status.




Powered by JobAps