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Director of Legislative Response and Special Projects

Program Manager II

Recruitment #25-005477-0021

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Introduction

Program Manager II is a managerial level of work in the Management Service of the State Personnel Management System. Employees in this classification are responsible for directing programs unique to their agency’s mission and operations and which are not found in other agencies.

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

20

LOCATION OF POSITION

100 S. Charles Street, Baltimore, MD 21201

Main Purpose of Job

This position functions as the Director of Legislative Response and Special Projects. This person has primary responsibility for coordinating the legislative and regulatory response for the Office of Financial Regulation, including policy support for the operational units of the Office. Specifically, this position provides technical support and project development and implementation with regard to policy changes, legislation, and regulations at each of the local, state and federal levels. This person is also responsible for special projects that may be assigned by the Commissioner, Deputy Commissioners and Assistant Commissioners to further the Division’s mission. These activities further the regulatory mandate of the Commissioner. The Director of Legislative Response and Special Projects is a position that may, at management’s discretion, work remotely in accordance with the Agency’s telework policies.

POSITION DUTIES

Duties of this position include but are not limited to:

Coordinates the Agency’s legislative and regulatory response: 

• Assists in drafting legislation, tracking bills, and preparing testimony, fiscal notes, and other written materials in response to legislative requests. 
• Provides policy and project management support for regulatory initiatives, including drafting regulations, coordinating regulatory packages, analyzing economic impacts, and facilitating stakeholder meetings. 
• Collects and analyzes data on the effects of relevant legislation and regulations. 
• Develops outreach and training materials to inform industry and the public about legislative and regulatory changes. 
• Designs and delivers training sessions for Office staff on legislative and regulatory updates to ensure compliance and awareness. 

Staffs, coordinates, schedules, and writes reports for any legislative study groups and work groups, in the banking and consumer financial services sector mandated or requested by the legislature.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university
Experience: 2 years of experience with State Legislative process and 2 years of experience in preparing policy positions.

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

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

Juris Doctor from and accredited college or university

Experience with interpreting/implementing statutes and regulations, public policy analysis and/or financial services sector.

Experience tracking federal and state legislative, regulatory and operational changes within an organization.

Experience with the regulatory process and working with stakeholders in a regulatory environment.

Experience managing regulatory affairs in public sector environment.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

All candidates are subject to a background check against files maintained by the Division of Unemployment Insurance (LABOR/DUI) to determine whether any monies are owed to LABOR/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.

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:

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. 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 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.

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.

BENEFITS

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

The online application is STRONGLY preferred. However, if you are unable to apply online, or having difficulty with your login or password, please contact DBM's Helpdesk directly at (410) 767-4850 (8:00 AM to 5:00 PM daily, except for holidays and weekends). After business hours, please submit an email request to Application.Help@maryland.gov. If you 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.

 

We thank our Veterans for their service to our country and encourage them to apply. If you are seeking veteran's preference, please submit a copy of your DD-214.

 

The paper application must be received by 5 pm, close of business, on the closing date for the recruitment, no postmarks will be accepted. Incorrect application forms will not be accepted.

 

PLEASE DO NOT FAX OR EMAIL UNSOLICITED DOCUMENTATION

 

Completed applications, required documentation, and any required addendums may be mailed to:  

 

Maryland Department of Labor/ Office of Administration

Attn: Jasmine Hubbard 25-005477-0021

100 S. Charles Street, 5th Floor

Baltimore, MD 21201  

 

For additional information, please contact Jasmine Hubbard at 410-767-2627 or via email Jasmine.Hubbard1@maryland.gov

 

The MD State Application Form can be found online  

 

Maryland 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.



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