ADMINISTRATOR II
POLICY ANALYST
Recruitment #21-002587-0037
Department | COMM - Policy and Governmental Affairs |
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Date Opened | 6/3/2021 07:26:00 AM |
Filing Deadline | 6/17/2021 5:00:00 PM |
Salary | $50,971.00 - $81,596.00/year |
Employment Type |
Full-Time
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HR Analyst | Dolores Churn |
Work Location |
Baltimore City
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Introduction
GRADE
LOCATION OF POSITION
Main Purpose of Job
POSITION DUTIES
This position manages and/or assists in research and policy projects that complement the Department’s economic development efforts; creates frameworks for the current policy issues that influence Maryland’s business community; and assists the Department’s government relations efforts, as needed, during both the legislative session and the interim. These duties include attending public hearings, summarizing information for senior staff; and generally assisting with the daily activities of the legislative office – including administrative tasks. All of these activities are to be performed independently with limited supervision. Frequently these activities will be performed in partnership with OPRGA or other Commerce staff and legislative staff. This position works out of the Department’s Annapolis Office during the 90 day legislative session (January through April) providing policy support for OPRGA and Commerce staff during the session.
The selected candidate will possess strong written and oral communications skills and the interpersonal skills necessary to work with high level public and private sector officials; have excellent analytical skills and a track record of developing relationships among business and government parties; be able to handle multiple, concurrent and high priority tasks.
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 general 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.
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.
One year of experience in policy analysis/development, government relations, economic development or related field.
Knowledge of and experience with Maryland’s legislative process and policy makers highly preferred.
Must be willing and able to work in the Annapolis office.
BA degree in public administration, economics, public policy, or government.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, Google Mail and/or other relevant software.
LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS
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, Better Qualified, or Qualified and placed on the eligible (employment) list for at least one year.
EXAMINATION PROCESS
The evaluation 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.
BENEFITS
FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS
If you have questions about this recruitment, please contact the Department of Commerce at 410-767-6300. You may also visit our website at: http://commerce.maryland.gov/commerce.
It is highly preferred that you apply online at http://commerce.maryland.gov/careers - review Career Openings section. Please attach a resume along with the supplemental questionnaire to your online application. If you are unable to apply online, you may submit the State paper application, resume, and supplemental questionnaire (by closing date) to: anna.halikias@maryland.gov.
Maryland Department of Commerce - Office of Human Resources
ATTN: POLICY ANALYST
World Trade Center – 401 East Pratt Street, 10TH Floor
Baltimore, Maryland 21202
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