ADMINISTRATIVE PROGRAM MANAGER II

This is a Management Service position, and serves at the pleasure of the Appointing Authority.

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Baltimore City:

6776 Reisterstown Rd. Baltimore MD 21215

This position performs senior-level management responsibilities within the DPSCS Policy and
Regulations Unit related to supervising the senior policy analysts, developing and maintaining
Department-wide policy and procedures, and providing recommendations for changes to Code of
Maryland Regulations (COMAR).

As the Assistant Director of Policy and Regulations this position regularly examines and prepares
commentary on sensitive issues of special interest to senior-level Department executives necessary
to document the management and operation of key Office of the Secretary administrative
responsibilities. Regular activities include program and policy review and analysis, researching,
developing, and drafting policy and procedure.

The Assistant Director participates in researching, developing, writing, and processing Department
COMAR.

The work demands remarkable interpersonal skills with special sensitivity to resolving
organizational issues to move projects to successful completion. Workload demands efficient and
effective organizational and leadership skills.

Work products and related outcomes are extremely visible to all levels of the Department and non-
Department representatives and, therefore, have significant effect on employee and public
confidence concerning administrative and operational activities.

The Assistant Director acts in the absence of the Director of Policy and Regulations

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 in Public Policy, Political Science, English, or a related field.

Experience:
Five years of experience in relevant administrative or professional work. To include:
· Four years of experience writing and editing public policy, legal, or technical documents;
· Two years of demonstrated experience as a manager or supervisor responsible for editing the writing of subordinate staff; and
· One year of demonstrated experience in project management.

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

· A Juris Doctorate and/or Graduate Degree
· Several years of experience in law, public policy, or a related area
· Knowledge and a practical understanding of corrections, parole and probation, reentry services, government administration, as well as the applicable Maryland codes and State of Maryland regulations and guidelines
· Professional experience with project management

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 placed on the eligible (employment) 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.

STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS

 

Online applications are highly recommended. However, if you are unable to apply online, the paper application and supplemental questionnaire may be emailed to hr.recruitmentuser@maryland.gov or faxed to 410-484-5928. Paper application materials must be received in our office by the closing date for the recruitment.

If you are submitting additional information, the preferred method is to upload it with your application. All uploaded additional information must be received by the closing date and time. If you are unable to upload,
please email the requested information to hr.recruitmentuser@maryland.gov referencing the recruitment number in the subject line, or fax to 410-484-5928 (providing a cover sheet with your contact information,
recruitment name, recruitment number and the number of pages faxed). Only additional materials that are requested will be accepted for this recruitment.

For questions regarding this recruitment, please contact the Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services, HRSD-Recruitment Division at 410-585-3999.

J. Rolon

jacobg.rolon@maryland.gov

If you are having difficulties with submitting your online application, please contact the DBM Recruitment and Examination Division at Application.Help@maryland.gov <Application.Help@maryland.gov> or
410-767-4850.

We thank our Veterans for their service to our country.

People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.

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