SOCIAL SERVICE ADMINISTRATOR III

DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES

SOCIAL SERVICES ADMINISTRATION

311 WEST SARATOGA STREET

BALTIMORE, MD 21201

This position serves as a Policy Analyst for the Out-of-Home Placement program within the Department of Human Services, Social Services Administration. The incumbent in this position institutes changes in policies, operational standards, and service deliveries across all Out-of-Home Placement service programs. This position also supervises Older Youth Policy Analysts.

Analyzes prospective legislation that impact out-of-home placement (Foster Care, Kinship Care, Adoption, and Independent Living) populations; prepares documents for proposed legislation that includes letters of support, suggested amendments, and formal testimonies; attends legislative committee hearings for relevant proposed legislation that impacts children placed in out-of-home care; interprets and writes regulations and policies based on the legislation that has either passed at the Federal or State levels; participates with Federal partners to discuss implications of Federal regulations as they impact out-of-home placement and foster care services in Maryland; develops policies and procedures that will lead to implementation of new legislation; provides assistance to concerned citizens of Maryland by responding to various allegations about delivery of services by staff in out-of-home placement services; provides technical assistance to the Local Department of Social Services and other State agencies [i.e. the Department of Health, Department of Juvenile Services, the Maryland State Department of Education, Citizen Review Board for Children, Governor Office on Children] on matters that relates to the delivery of out-of-home placement services; prepares out-of-home placement program budget for the impending fiscal year; analyzes program to determine if any adjustments are warranted and makes recommendations to determine if there is new legislation or other legal mandates requiring requesting adjustments to the baseline budget; manages and monitors all Ready By 21 services statewide including life skills classes and assessments, Youth Advisory Boards, and housing initiatives; prepares Request for Proposals (RFP's) for certain out-of-home functions; obtains bids for out-of-home services as outlined by procurement procedures; provides presentations regarding out-of-home services to the community and inter-agency groups; and performs other related duties as assigned.

 Please read the job announcement in its entirety before applying for this recruitment. Applicants must meet all minimum (and selective) qualifications to be considered, and to appear on the list of people eligible for hire.

Education: Possession of a master's degree in social work from an accredited college or university approved by the Council on Social Work Education.

Experience: Seven years of professional experience in a social work capacity in a public or private agency or institution, four years of which must have been in an administrative, supervisory or consultative capacity.

Notes:

1.) These requirements are established by the Social Service Administration by authority provided in Human Services §4-204 of the Annotated Code of Maryland and the Department of Budget and Management, Office of Personnel Services and Benefits does not have authority to accept substitutions or equivalents.

2.) Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience at a rank of Corporal/Petty Officer or higher as a commissioned officer in Social Work classifications or Social Work specialty codes in the Social Science, Psychology, and Welfare field of work on a year-for-year basis for the required experience and education.

Applicants must meet the selective qualification(s) to be considered. Include clear and specific information on your application regarding your qualifications.

One year of experience developing, implementing and monitoring child welfare programs such as: Foster Care, Adoption, and Independent Living.

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

The ideal candidate will possess the following:

1. One year of experience with foster care policies.

2. One year of experience with Ready by 21 policies.

3. Experience with prioritizing and multi-tasking effectively.

4. Experience with time management, priority setting and problem-solving skills.

1. Candidates filling positions in this classification must be licensed by the Board of Social Work Examiners.

2. Employees in this classification may be assigned duties which require the operation of a motor vehicle. Employees assigned such duties are required to possess a motor vehicle operator’s license valid in the State of Maryland.

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 employment (eligible) list for at least one year.

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.   

For education obtained outside the U.S., a copy of the equivalent American education as determined by a foreign credential evaluation service is required prior to hire.

It is imperative to list all computer and software experience on your application pertaining to your job duties.  

STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS

Online applications are STRONGLY preferred.  If the online application process is not available, please send your paper application and supplemental questionnaire (if applicable) to:

Department of Human Services

Examination Services Unit

Attention:  LaToura Jones

311 W. Saratoga Street, First Floor

Baltimore, Maryland 21201

Or, fax requested information to: 410-333-0882; Email latoura.jones@maryland.gov; Voice 410-767-8844, toll-free: 1-800-332-6347.

Do not submit unsolicited documentation.

The paper application must be received by 5 PM on the closing date for the recruitment. 

TTY Users: call via Maryland Relay, 1-800-925-4434.

As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruiting, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State’s diversity. People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply. We thank our Veterans for their service to our country.