ADMINISTRATIVE SPECIALIST I

The Public Service Commission has a contractual position available for an Administrative Specialist I in their Transportation Division.  The Transportation Division enforces the laws and regulations of the Commission pertaining to the safety, rates and service of certain types of transportation companies operating in intrastate commerce.  The division monitors the safety of the carriers' operations, rates and schedules of service, and matters regarding the adequacy and quality of service for passenger carriers, railroads, and taxicabs in Baltimore City, Baltimore County, Cumberland and Hagerstown.

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Public Service Commission

6 Saint Paul Street

Baltimore, MD  21201

Screening an extremely large volume of for-hire applications and supplemental documents through an entirely electronic format for approval, rejection or additional items needed. Review numerous applications and related confidential documents. Review and perform data entry of vehicle information; insurance and inspection certificates electronically submitted. Approve, reject or deny for-hire licenses. Enter data from supplemental documents in Division's database. Prepare materials for and assemble numerous application packages mailed out daily. Prepare and send memos for hearing requests. Prepare and deliver competent testimony at hearings as scheduled and other general office duties.

Screening an extremely large volume of for-hire applications and supplemental documents through an entirely electronic format for approval, rejection or additional items needed;

Quickly and efficiently electronically reviewing numerous applications and related confidential documents;

Reviewing and performing data entry of vehicle information, insurance and inspection certificates electronically submitted;

Approving, rejecting or denying for-hire licenses, entering data from supplemental documents into the Division's database;

Preparing materials for and assembling numerous application packages mailed out daily if requested;

Prepare and send memos for hearing requests;

Prepare and deliver competent testimony at hearings as scheduled and other general office duties.

Education: Completion of 60 credit hours at an accredited college or university.

Experience: None

Notes:  1. Candidates may substitute one year of experience in administrative or professional work for the required education, at the rate of one year of experience for 30 credit hours, for up to 60 credit hours of the required education.

2. Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a non-commissioned officer involving staff work requiring regular use of independent judgment and analysis in applying and interpreting rules and regulations in accordance with agency laws and policies  on a year-for-year basis for the required education.

The ideal candidate will possess the following: One year of experience using Microsoft Word and Access or similar database. Experience handling confidential client information. Experience processing a large volume of applications in an entirely electronic format. Prior or current experience working with a regulatory agency.

Employees in this classification may be assigned duties which require the operation of a motor vehicle.

Employees assigned such duties will be 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 (and on separate pages, if necessary) 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 must accompany the application.  All information concerning your qualifications must be submitted by the closing date.  We will not consider information submitted after this date.

Contractual employees who works for an agency covered under the State Employee and Retiree Health and Welfare Benefits Program (the Program), have a current employment contract and work 30 or more hours a week (or on average 130 hours per month) may be eligible for subsidized health benefits coverage for themselves and their dependents.  As a contractual employee, you will be responsible for paying 25% of the premiums for your medical and prescription coverage, including any eligible dependents you have enrolled.  The State of Maryland will subsidize the remaining 75% of the cost for these benefits.  You can also elect to enroll in dental coverage, accidental death and dismemberment insurance, and life insurance, but will be responsible to pay the full premium for these benefits.

The online application process is STRONGLY preferred.  If you unable to apply online, you may mail a paper application and supplemental questionnaire, if applicable to:

Department of Budget and Management

Recruitment and Examination Division

301 West Preston Street,

Room 608

Baltimore, Maryland 21201

All mailed documents must include the applicant's name and the job number and must be received by the closing date. 

Resumes will NOT be accepted in lieu of completing the application. 

If you have any questions concerning the recruitment process for this position, please call 410 767-4850.

We thank our Veterans for their service to our country, and encourage them to apply

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As an equal opportunity employer Maryland is committed to recruiting, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State's diversity.