GRADE
14
LOCATION OF POSITION
Maryland Department of Labor
100 S. Charles Street
Baltimore, MD 21202
Main Purpose of Job
The role of the CPRS Training Program Manager is to provide programmatic oversight to
the Certified Peer Recovery Specialist Training Program for Incarcerated Individuals at
participating state-run correctional facilities. The CPRS Training Program Manager is
responsible for the management, execution, control, and completion of approved grant
activities. The CPRS Training Program Manager will review reports and other materials
submitted by the training vendor and participating institutions. The CPRS Training
Program Manager will be responsible for monitoring grant deliverables, contributing to
quarterly reporting, and coordinating closely with the Department of Public Safety and
Correctional Education Services. This position requires on-site visits to Maryland State
Correctional Facilities.
POSITION DUTIES
Management and Administration:
- Develop, administer, and manage relationships with participating institutions
- Provide on-site technical assistance to students at participating institutions to ensure program success
- Provide on-site and virtual technical assistance to staff at participating institutions including, but not limited to; one-on-one support for Registered Peer Supervisors, attendance at group supervision sessions, etc.
Program Management and Planning
- Plan, execute, and monitor grant program
- Provide input during creation and preparation for funding opportunities
- Assist with ordering program supplies, as needed
Program Oversight and Compliance
- Develop reporting schemas and guidance to assure compliance with approved grant activities and target outcomes
- Prepare quarterly or monthly progress reports for Correctional Education leadership to assess program progress
- Prepare quarterly program reports as required for funder
- Review and assess progress on grant activities and expenditures to ensure program is on track to meet deliverables
- ** Manual, curriculum- up to date and compliance
- Outcomes for peers who are released into the community
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education: Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a high school equivalency certificate.
Experience: Two years of administrative staff or professional work.
Notes:
1. Candidates may substitute 30 credit hours from an accredited college or university for one year of the required experience.
2. Candidates may substitute the possession of a Bachelor's degree from a college or university for the required experience.
3. Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a commissioned officer involving staff work that included regular use of independent judgment and analysis in applying and interpreting complex administrative plans, policies, rules or regulations or analysis of operational programs or procedures with recommendations for improvement on a year-for-year basis for the required experience.
DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Preference may be given to applicants that possess the following preferred qualification(s). Include clear and specific information on your application regarding the qualifications.
1. One year of grants management and monitoring experience.
2. One year of experience providing om-site and virtual technical assistance.
3. One year of experience using Google Suites and Microsoft Suites.
LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS
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.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
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 overpayment/fraud. Any unpaid debt may have an impact on whether or not a candidate is offered employment.
SELECTION PROCESS
Applicants must provide sufficient information on the application to show they meet the qualifications for this recruitment. *Resumes are accepted but not in lieu of the MD State application.*
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. Applications that meet minimum and/or selective qualifications will be referred to the hiring unit for interview selection. Units will select those candidates most closely demonstrating the qualifications for interview.
For education obtained outside the U.S., a copy of the equivalent American education as determinedby a foreign credential evaluation service must be provided prior to hire. For further information, youmay call International Consultants of Delaware, Inc. (302) 737-8715 or World Education Services Inc.1-800-932-3897 or (202) 331-2925.
EXAMINATION PROCESS
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.
Successful candidates will be placed on the certified list categorized in random order. The certified list can be used by LABOR for a period of one year.
BENEFITS
Contractual employees who work for an agency covered under the State Employee and Retiree Health and Welfare Benefits Program, have a current employment contract and work 30 or more hours a week (or on average 130 hours per month) may be eligible for subsidized health benefits coverage for themselves and their dependents. As a contractual employee, you will be responsible for paying 25% of the premiums for your medical and prescription coverage, including any eligible dependents you have enrolled. The State of Maryland will subsidize the remaining 75% of the cost for these benefits. You can also elect to enroll in dental coverage, accidental death and dismemberment insurance, and life insurance, but will be responsible to pay the full premium for these benefits.
Leave may be granted to a contractual employee who has worked 120 days in a 12 month period. This leave accrues at a rate of one hour for every 30 hours worked, not to exceed 40 hours per calendar year.
FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS
Online applications are highly recommended, however the paper application may be submitted to
LABOR, Recruitment and Selection Division, 100 S. Charles Street, 5th Floor, Baltimore, MD 21201. The
paper application must be received by 5 pm, close of business, on the closing date for the recruitment,
no postmarks will be accepted. Incorrect application forms will not be accepted.
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 information to erin.alston1@maryland.gov referencing the recruitment number in the subject line. For any additional information regarding this recruitment, please contact Erin Alston at erin.alston1@maryland.gov.
If you are having difficulties with logging into the JobAps system, please contact the DBM, Recruitment and Examination Division at Application.Help@maryland.gov or call 410-767-4850, Monday - Friday between the hours of 8:00 am and 4:00 pm.
We thank our Veterans for their service to our country and encourage them to apply. If you are seeking veteran's preference, please submit a copy of your DD-214.
People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.
Maryland Department of Labor is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of LABOR 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.
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