FAMILY INVESTMENT SPECIALIST SUPERVISOR II

This is a Position Specific Recruitment for Department of Human Services, Baltimore County Department of Social Services and is limited to current State employees.

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Department of Human Services

Baltimore County Department of Social Services

Family Investment Unit

6401 York Road

Baltimore, MD 21212

A Family Investment Specialist Supervisor II is one of two supervisory levels of work overseeing units of Family Investment Specialists involved in the determination of eligibility of applicants for programs of the Family Investment Administration (FIA) and the quality control review of those determinations. Employees are responsible for the interpretation and application of laws, regulations and policies relevant to Family Investment Administration programs for the analysis of procedures, and the recommendation of new or revised procedures. Employees supervise lower-level Family Investment Specialists and clerical workers. The positions are responsible for directing and managing the daily operation of the Administrative Appeals Unit as well as Overpayments. The positions each provide coordination and oversight to two units (comprising four total units), providing supervision and guidance, implementing policies and procedures for all programs.

Applicants must meet all minimum (and selective) qualifications to be considered, and to appear on the list of people eligible for hire. Please read all requirements before applying.

Education: Possession of a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.

Experience: Two years supervising workers engaged in determining eligibility for governmental assistance programs or monitoring compliance in those programs.

Notes:

1. Additional experience as described may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for up to four years of the required education.

2. These requirements are established by the Family Investment Administration by authority provided in Human Services Article Title 5, Subtitle 2, Section 204, (b)(1) of the Annotated Code of Maryland. The Office of Personnel Services and Benefits of the Department of Budget and Management and the Examination Services Unit of the Department of Human Resources do not have the authority to accept substitutions or equivalents.

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

Two years of experience as a Family Investment Specialist IV.

This recruitment is limited to current State employees.

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 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.

The examination will consist of a rating of your education, training, and experience as presented on your application and as they relate to the requirements of the position.  You may be asked to complete a supplemental questionnaire.  The supplemental questionnaire may be used as part of the rating process.  Therefore, it is important that you provide complete and accurate information on your application.  

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. 

STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS

The online application process is STRONGLY preferred.  If you are unable to apply online, you may mail a paper application and supplemental questionnaire to, Department of Human Services, Examination Services Unit, 311 W. Saratoga Street, Room 134, Baltimore, Maryland 21201.  

All mailed documents must include the applicant's name and the job number and must be received by 5 P.M. on the closing date.  Resumes will NOT be accepted in lieu of completing the application.   

If additional information is required, the preferred method is to upload.  If unable to upload, please fax requested information only to 410-333-0882.  Only additional materials that are required will be accepted for this recruitment. All additional information must be received by the closing date and time.  

If you have any questions concerning the recruitment process for this position, please call 410-767-7414.    

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

TTY Users: call via Maryland Relay.  

People with disabilities and bilingual applicants are encouraged to apply.  

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