ADMINISTRATOR III

The Maryland​​​ Department of Assessments and Taxation (also known as the State Department of Assessments and Taxation, or SDAT) is a customer-focused agency that works to ensure property is accurately​ assessed, business records are appropriately maintained, and necessary tax-related information is conveyed to state agencies and local jurisdictions. The Department's responsibilities can generally be split into three main areas: Business Services, Real Property Valuation and Property Tax Credits.

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State Department of Assessments and Taxation

Tax Credit Services

700 E. Pratt Street, 2nd Floor

Baltimore, Maryland 21202

The primary role of this position is to serve as the Deputy Program Manager of the Tax Credit Programs, with a focus on overseeing the day-to-day administration of the Homestead Tax Credit Eligibility, Homeowners & Renters' Tax Credit Programs, and the Audit Division. Additionally, the Deputy Program Manager is responsible for managing the hiring, training, and continuous evaluation of employees, along with addressing personnel matters, all while ensuring alignment with the Agency’s mission to provide property tax relief to citizens.

Develops and implements the administrative policies, management plans and processing procedures for the auditing of tax credit reimbursements and the recapture of tax credits on transferred properties between the State and local County governments.

 

Develops and implements the administrative policies, standards and management plans and processing procedures required for the effective operation of the three tax credit programs.

 

Plans, organizes and supervises the work of a team of internal auditors who are responsible for the audit of incomes reported by applicants.

 

Represents the Department at Property Tax Assessment Appeal Board hearings and testifies as a witness at the Maryland Tax Court on the tax credit program cases.

 

Develops and maintains various reporting systems to provide statistical and other information.

 

Represents the Department with public and private groups or organizations to publicize the programs. Attending community workshops and housing community events.

 

Analyzes and makes recommendations to Administration on new or proposed legislation, public information efforts, internal data processing systems, telephone management, mail services, records management and office space.

 

Assists with the preparation and administration of the annual budget for the Tax Credit Programs.

Oversees the hiring, training and on-going evaluation of employees as well as other personnel issues.

Education: Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a high school equivalency certificate.

Experience: Six years of administrative staff or professional work.

Notes:

1. Candidates may substitute 30 college credit hours from an accredited college or university for each year up to four years of the required experience.

2. Candidates may substitute the possession of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university and two years of experience in administrative staff or professional work for the required experience.

3. Candidates may substitute the possession of a Master's degree from an accredited college or university for the required experience.

4. 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 experience.

Must be willing to work in Baltimore City.

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 the 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

For education obtained outside the U.S., a copy of the equivalent American education as determined by a foreign credential evaluation service must be provided prior to hire.

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 submitted to: State Department of Assessments and Taxation, Office of Human Resources, 700 E. Pratt, 2^nd Floor, Suite 2700, Baltimore, Maryland 21202. Paper application materials must be received by 5pm in our office on the closing date for the recruitment. No postmarks will be accepted. Resumes will NOT be accepted in lieu of completing the application.

For questions regarding this recruitment, please contact the Department of Assessments and Taxation at 410-767-1137, MD TTY Relay Service 1-800-735-2258. If you are having difficulty with your user account or have general questions about the online application system, please contact the MD Department of Budget and Management, Recruitment and Examination Division, at 410-767-4850 or Application.Help@maryland.gov.

 

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 candidates are encouraged to apply. We thank our Veterans for their service to our country.