REGIONAL PUBLIC ENGAGEMENT OFFICER (ADMINISTRATOR III)

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.

Please note: Administrative Staff experience differs from general administrative experience. Administrative staff encompasses discretion and independent judgment directly related to policies, operations, or supervision of personnel. A candidate with administrative staff experience will demonstrate the ability to identify the root cause of issues, develop alternative courses of action and implement new policies or procedures. General administrative experience is routine support work that is often present in administrative assistant or other office roles.

• Bachelor's Degree in Public Relations, Business Management or a relevant field.
• Five (5) years progressively responsible experience in public engagement, public/private sector communication, administration, public information, program management or related discipline with three of those years serving in a senior level position;
• Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships, including community relationships and partnerships;
• Strong work ethic and ability to take initiative and be proactive;
• Knowledge of principles and practices associated with public engagement and/or public administration;
• Strong time management, organizational, communication (verbal and written), and networking skills;
• Skill in production of professional presentations;
• Ability and interest in learning about tax policy and procedure;
• Ability to work collaboratively and be a part of a team;
• Ability to travel throughout the State of Maryland and upon short notice, as needed; Willingness and ability to attend meetings outside of traditional business hours, including evenings and weekends, throughout the state;
• Must have a valid Maryland Driver's License and be able to travel to community meetings.

Please ensure you provide sufficient information on your application to demonstrate that you meet the qualifications for this recruitment. Please indicate clearly any position-specific experience and ensure all education and experience sections are complete. Approval of your application will be based on a review of the information you submit. All qualified applicants are placed on an unranked list of candidates and will remain active on this list for at least one year. Incomplete information may result in the disqualification of your application.

All information concerning your qualifications must be submitted by the closing date. We will not consider information submitted after this date.

Upon appointment (new hires and/or transfers) must successfully undergo fingerprinting.  Disqualifying charges may include any felony; any crime of moral turpitude, e.g. embezzlement, fraud, tax evasion or bribery; any crime of identity theft or impersonation; any crime of assault or battery; and any crime relating to the use or distribution of a controlled dangerous substance other than marijuana, regardless of the age of the offense or the specifications of the position.

*Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.

STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS

The online application process is STRONGLY preferred. If you choose email as the option to submit your application/required additional information, you must include the following information on at least one the pages you submit. 

1. First and Last Name

2. Recruitment Number (located at the top of the bulletin)

3. The last four digits of your SS#

If you have questions or concerns regarding this recruitment, please email kbeech@marylandtaxes.gov at Comptroller of MD, Office of Human Resources.

If you are having difficulty with your user account or have general questions about this 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. Bilingual applicants are encouraged to apply.

We thank our Veterans for their service to our country and encourage them to apply.

Please contact Stanley Harris at sharris@marylandtaxes.gov if you need reasonable accommodations.