UI Professional V

The Maryland Department of Labor, (MDOL), Division of Unemployment Insurance is accepting applications from qualified candidates for the position of UI Professional V. This recruitment will be used to fill current and future vacancies. The resulting eligible list will be maintained for one year after the closing date of the announcement.

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Baltimore, Maryland

The purpose of this job is to administer the overall day-to-day MDUI Human Resources division as the division HR Liaison for the Division of Unemployment Insurance. This position is responsible for day-to-day HR Liaison duties, assisting with the MDUI merit and contractual program. This position will also provide efficient and timely personnel services to all of Maryland's Division of Unemployment Insurance units and programs. This position will oversee and assist with the MDUI's PEP Program. This position will also plan and conduct procedural performance reviews (PPR) and internal security reviews as mandated by the Federal Department of Labor (DOL); to provide management tools to assess the adequacy of DUI'S current internal security and control program and to identify areas where controls are needed, require reinforcement or program improvement recommendations.

• Responsible for ensuring the timely and efficient administration of the intermittent contractual program MDOL- Maryland Unemployment Insurance Division. Receives request for contractual employment, reviews personnel screening reports for selected contractual candidates and disseminate applications to hiring managers, and obtains MDOL’s Office of Fair Practice approval. 

• Obtains fiscal approval, in order to ensure timely hiring and compensation for all MDUI contractual candidates. 

• Responsible for overseeing and managing MDUI’s Performance Evaluation Program (PEP). Review PEPs for completeness and accuracy when received by supervisors. 

• Prepares personnel-related confidential forms, letters, and other materials. Ensuring the security of all personnel files. Uses of various computer software to create, edit and electronically file documents. 

• Conducts plans and organizes MDUI’s Procedural Performance Reviews.  Determines the scope and methodology of the review, including other security areas that could affect MDUI’s operation. Analyzes results to determine the efficiency and effectiveness of Internal Security operations. 

• Make determinations of new hires when completing ISPI checks for those entering into employment with MDOL/ MDUI 

• Assists in conducting in Internal Fact Findings/Investigations of MDUI Staff when necessary. Responsible for sensitive and confidential information that require complete discretion and judgement in release of information.  Participate on interview panels to select new hires.

Applications that meet the minimum and selective qualifications will be referred to the hiring manager for interview selection. Units will select those candidates most closely demonstrating the qualifications for interview.

Experience: Eight years of experience in a public/or private agency rendering and/or determining eligibility for a Human Service Program, or an insurance claims processing and fraud investigations program OR four years of experience in administrative staff or professional staff work and an additional four years of experience in a public/or private agency rendering and/or determining eligibility for a Human Service Program, or an insurance claims processing and fraud investigations program  .

Notes:

1. Candidates may substitute the possession of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university and four years of experience in a public/or private agency rendering and/or determining eligibility for a Human Service Program, or an insurance claims processing and fraud investigations program OR four years of experience in administrative staff or professional staff work for the required experience.

2. Candidates may substitute additional graduate level education at an accredited college or university at the rate of 30 credit hours on a year-for-year basis for the required general experience.

Please read the job announcement in its entirety before applying for this recruitment, Applications must meet all minimum (and selective) qualifications to be considered, and to appear on the list of people eligible for hire. 

Must have 3 years of experience with Microsoft (Word, Excel and PowerPoint.)

Experience writing fact-finding reports with Experience interviewing witnesses and professionals.

Preference will be given to applicants who possess the following preferred qualification(s). Include clear and specific information on your application regarding your qualifications: Able to create organizational charts using various software. Proficient in Microsoft Excel and pivot tables. Clear and concise communication skills both written and oral.

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 unemployment insurance overpayment/fraud. Any unpaid debt may have an impact on whether or not a candidate is offered employment.

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. 

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.

For positions that require Bachelor/Master Degree etc:

Educational credentials from foreign countries must be evaluated by an approved education review service. This evaluation must be submitted prior to hire. For further information, you may call International Consultants of Delaware, Inc. (302) 737-8715 or World Education Services Inc. 1-800-932-3897 or (202) 331-2925.

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.

The examination for this recruitment will be an evaluation and rating of the information provided on your application. Therefore, it is essential that the application is filled out completely and accurately, listing all relevant education and experience, addressing the specific qualifications shown above and submitting any required documentation (diploma, transcript, certification, license, etc.). Please include clear, detailed and specific information on your application regarding experience qualifications related to the minimum qualifications, desired, and/or selective qualifications of the position.

***Please note that your answers on the supplemental questionnaire must correspond to the information provided on your application to receive credit.

STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS

U.S. Military Veterans may qualify for additional bonus points towards certification. Any job offer will be contingent on the candidate providing a U.S. Military form DD 214 verifying honorable discharge from service prior to starting employment (and may be requested prior to interview). Permanent State employees do not need to submit proof of Veterans’ status. 

If you are unable to apply online, or encounter difficulty attaching required or optional documentation, You may contact Chevelle Wise 410-230-6293 or submit via email to chevelle.wise@maryland.gov. Please be sure to include your name, identification number (Easy ID#) and job announcement number on any documentation to ensure timely processing.

PLEASE DO NOT FAX OR EMAIL UNSOLICITED DOCUMENTATION

Completed applications, required documentation, and any required addendums may be mailed to:

MDOL Office of Human Resources
Attn: UI Professional V (HR Liaison/Internal Security Assistant) 22-001154-0004. CW
1100 N. Eutaw Street, Rm. 100
Baltimore, MD 21201

The MD State Application Form can be found online

Maryland Department of Labor is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of MDOL 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.