State of Maryland

Assists the Commissioner to provide direction to the Division of Labor and Industry, which enforces laws and regulations affecting workers and employers.

Protection for workers is provided by the Division which sets safety standards and promotes harmony between employers and employees.

The Division also protects the public by inspecting railroads, boilers, elevators, and amusement rides.

A Class Description provides information about the Nature of Work, Examples of Work and General Requirements for a classification in the Management Service or a classification in the Skilled or Professional Service in which all positions have been designated Special Appointments. Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities; Minimum Education and Experience Requirements; Special Requirements; and recruitment and testing procedures are set by the using agency.

Class descriptions broadly define groups of positions used by various State departments and agencies. Position descriptions maintained by the using department or agency specifically address the essential job functions of each position.