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Small Business & Community Development Director

Policy, Public Works, & Investment Division

Recruitment #24-005221-0004

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Introduction

OPEN TO ALL QUALIFIED APPLICANTS

 

This is a position specific recruitment. The resulting certified eligible list may be used to staff several current and future vacancies for this position/function only.


 

GRADE

21

LOCATION OF POSITION

Annapolis, Maryland

POSITION DUTIES

This position serves as the Comptroller's lead for small business and community development engagement, assistance, and policy. The position interfaces directly with businesses and business groups, community and economic development officials, and nonprofits across the State to provide information and assistance relating to taxes and tax credits, certifications (such as the Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) and Small Business Reserve (SBR) programs), government procurement, access to State financing programs and other sources of capital, and more. The position is responsible for leading and managing events (often in partnership with State and nonprofit partners), such as small business trainings, community development conferences, and outreach to MBEs. The position also serves as the Agency’s MBE and SBR Liaison and supports the Comptroller on relevant State boards and commissions, such as the Maryland Community Investment Corporation, the Maryland Small Business Development Financing Authority, and the Maryland Clean Energy Center Climate Catalytic Fund. Additional duties include but are not limited to:

  • Develop/manage contacts list with businesses and business leaders, community development organizations and leaders, and related organizations across the State.
  • Lead ongoing communications and outreach efforts with small businesses, community development groups, and related associations and groups.
  • Provide assistance to small business and nonprofits in navigating taxes and certifications, tax credits, and other State resources.
  • Serve as the agency's MBE and SBR liaison, which includes tracking procurements, producing quarterly and annual reports, and organizing/attending outreach events.
  • Lead the Comptroller's Business Advisory Council.
  • Support the Comptroller and Deputy Comptroller on various State boards.
  • Work with other divisions in the PPI team on procurement, policy research, investment, and state spending in relation to small businesses and community development.

Please Note: Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

​​Education: Bachelor’s degree in economics, finance, political science, sociology, or related field from an accredited college or university.

Experience: 7-10 years of experience working in the small business and/or community development fields, in policy, partnership, program, operations, and/or outreach roles.
**For education obtained outside of the U.S., you will be required to provide proof of the equivalent American education as determined by a foreign credential evaluation service. If you possess a degree obtained outside of the United States, please submit a detailed, course-by-course evaluation report from one of the U.S. equivalency evaluating members identified at http://www.naces.org/members.html.

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • Master’s degree in business administration, public administration, policy or a related field

SELECTION PROCESS

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.

BENEFITS

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

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 dbrown@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.


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