GRADE
16
LOCATION OF POSITION
Department of Labor
Division of Workforce Development and Adult Learning (DWDAL)
1100 N. Eutaw Street
Baltimore, MD 21201
Main Purpose of Job
The main purpose of this position is to function as a lead member of the DWDAL Policy Unit. This includes: coordinating, interpreting, researching, developing, and monitoring policy initiatives related to adult education, correctional education, and workforce development on the local, State, and national levels. Designated duties will support the DWDAL Policy Unit in its functions of promoting, planning, developing and implementing programs, as required by statute, regulation, executive order, and/or departmental priority that will facilitate efficient and effective delivery of departmental services to the citizens of Maryland
POSITION DUTIES
Position duties for the Policy Analyst include independent writing and research; coordinating, interpreting, and researching policy initiatives, grant development; assistance with the development and evaluation of legislative concepts; analysis of legal and statutory implications on program implementation; preparation of briefing memos and talking points; participation on inter-agency workgroups; statistical analysis related to Maryland’s workforce system; and technical assistance, as required.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education: A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
Experience: Four years of experience in administrative staff or professional work.
Notes:
1. Additional experience in administrative staff or professional work may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for the required education.
2. Additional graduate level education at an accredited college or university may be substituted at the rate of 30 semester credit hours on a year-for-year basis for the required experience.
3. Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a commissioned officer involving staff work related to the administration of rules, regulations, policy, procedures and processes, or overseeing or coordinating unit operations or functioning as a staff assistant to a higher ranking commissioned officer on a year-for-year basis for the required education and experience.
SELECTIVE QUALIFICATIONS
Candidates must have a minimum of (2) years experience with workforce development, adult education, and/or correctional education.
DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Experience working in policy development and knowledge of the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) are preferred.
LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS
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.
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 an unemployment insurance overpayment and/or fraud. Any unpaid debt may have an impact on whether or not a candidate is offered employment.
SELECTION PROCESS
Applicants must provide sufficient information on the application to show they meet the qualifications for this recruitment. Resumes are not acceptable and not considered in the selection process. 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. Applications that meet minimum and/or selective qualifications will be referred to the hiring unit for interview selection. Units will select those candidates most closely demonstrating the qualifications for interview.
EXAMINATION PROCESS
Your application is part of the examination process. The examination will consist of a rating of your education, training, and experience related to the requirements of this position. The rating will be based on the information provided on your application. Therefore, it is important that you provide all the experience and education that is related to this position completely and accurately. Verifiable volunteer experience will be considered. Please include it on your application, if applicable. Successful candidates may be ranked as Best Qualified, Better Qualified, or Qualified and placed on the employment (eligible) list for at least one year.
BENEFITS
FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS
The online application is STRONGLY preferred. If online access is unavailable, you may submit a paper application to:
Department of Labor
Office of Administration
1100 N. Eutaw Street
Baltimore, MD 21201
Faxed or e-mailed applications will not be accepted. Specific inquiries regarding this recruitment can be directed to Erin Alston at erin.alston1@maryland.gov
TTY Users: call via Maryland Relay.
We thank our Veterans for their service to our country, and encourage them to apply.
Bilingual applicants are encouraged to apply.
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.
