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HUMAN SERVICE PRGM PLN ADMINISTRATOR

PROGRAM SPECIALIST

Recruitment #21-001532-0004

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GRADE

17

LOCATION OF POSITION

Department of Human Services
Social Services Administration
Office of Adult Services
311 West Saratoga Street
Baltimore, Maryland  21201

Main Purpose of Job

This position serves as a Program Specialist within the Office of Adult Services and is responsible for developing the direction, guiding the implementation and monitoring the performance of Adult Services Programs implemented by the 24 Local Departments of Social Service.

This position establishes and institutes changes in regulation, policy, operational standards and service delivery models across all Adult Services Programs; performs data collection and analysis, including the design and implementation of MD THINK platform CJAMS; directs and implements the goals of SSA’s Integrated Practice Model, and Adult Services Policy and Practice Initiative; and represents the Office of Adult Services in the community by participating in workgroups, boards, committees and other activities in order to foster independence and safety for the State’s vulnerable adults. 

This position provides state supervision, management and direction to the Local Departments of Social Services Administrators and Supervisors of the Adult Protective Services statewide program, focusing on vulnerable adults with disabilities and older adults to prevent and reduce the incidence of abuse, neglect, including self-neglect, and sexual and financial exploitation.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

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: A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.

Experience: Five years of experience in the administration of a human services program or experience conducting studies and analyses of programs, procedures, practices and organizations.

Notes:

1. Additional professional or technical experience in the administration
of a human services program or experience conducting studies and analyses of programs, procedures, practices and organizations may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for the required education.

2. Education at the graduate level at an accredited college or university in a human services related field at may be substituted the rate of 30 semester hours per year for up to two years of the required experience.

SELECTIVE QUALIFICATIONS

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 working within the Adult Services, Aging, Disability, Family Caregiver, or Adult Public Guardianship areas in the public or private sector.

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

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

The ideal candidate will possess:

1. One year of experience in program development, implementation and monitoring.

2. One year of experience in data analysis and monitoring.

3. One year of experience in budget development, justification and monitoring.

4. Strong written and oral communication skills.

5. Demonstrated skills in effective time management, priority setting, multi-tasking, problem solving, and critical thinking.

SELECTION PROCESS

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 and placed on the eligible (employment) list for at least one year.

EXAMINATION PROCESS

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. 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.

BENEFITS

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

Online applications 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, Attention:  Betty Ketterman, 311 W. Saratoga Street, Room 137, Baltimore, Maryland 21201.  

All mailed documents must include the applicant's name and the job number and must be received by 5:00 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 email requested information to Bettyj.ketterman@maryland.gov.  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 410-767-7147.  

TTY Users: call via Maryland Relay.  

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




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