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DEPUTY DIRECTOR OF POLICY

ADMINISTRATOR V

Recruitment #24-006296-0005

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Introduction

Maryland’s Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FAMLI) program makes sure all workers in Maryland have paid time off for medical and family reasons.  FAMLI is a social insurance system covering 2.6 million workers and 180,000 employers, delivered as a digitally native, public-facing service.  We’re in the early stages of building something as big and as far-reaching as unemployment insurance or a new health department. We know that delivering services primarily through a website, over the Internet, is a new way of doing business in government.

As the Policy Team, we work collaboratively with the FAMLI service delivery teams, outreach team, strategic communication steam, product team, and Maryland Department of Labor colleagues to develop the underlying policies for the FAMLI program.

The Deputy Director will work closely with the Policy Director to set the underlying policies for the FAMLI division through the drafting of regulations, guidance and fact sheets; serving on working groups; directing research and writing projects; and mentoring junior colleagues.


This is a Management Services position that will serve at the pleasure of the Appointing Authority

GRADE

20

LOCATION OF POSITION

Maryland Department of Labor
100 S. Charles Street
Baltimore, Maryland 21201

Main Purpose of Job

The Deputy Director is a senior member of the FAMLI Policy Directorate focusing on statutory and regulatory compliance, and policy. The Deputy Director serves as a primary compliance and policy subject-matter expert and point-of-contact for operational and technical staff within the FAMLI Division. The Deputy Director coordinates, interprets, researches, develops, and monitors policy initiatives related to the establishment and administration of Maryland’s family and medical leave system. Designated duties will support FAMLI’s Policy Directorate in promoting, planning, developing, and implementing the system, as required by statute, regulation, executive order, and/or departmental priority that will facilitate the efficient and effective delivery of FAMLI services. The Deputy Director will lead and mentor junior members of the team.

POSITION DUTIES

Duties of this position include but are not limited to:

● Identify and lead on design and creation of new product and service protocols using knowledge of FAMLI policies.
● Develop and offer solutions to roadblocks.
● Lead inter-departmental projects and meetings.
● Work collaboratively with the FAMLI Policy Director, other members of the Policy Directorate, members of the
   FAMLI Office of the Assistant Secretary, and other division leadership to integrate legal analysis, policy, 
   regulatory, and legislative changes to ensure effective implementation of the FAMLI system.   
● Iterate draft, and finalize manuals, program guidebooks, regulations and other departmental polices for both 
   external and internal use. 
● Iterate, draft, and finalize background materials, including briefing materials, talking points, presentations, 
   fact sheets, and other materials for use b the Assistant Secretary, Deputy Assistant Secretary, FAMLI policy
   Director, and other FAMLI senior staff.
● Provide leadership and mentorship to junior colleagues.
● Assign and monitor staff projects.
● Evaluate and integrate stakeholder input (employee groups, employer groups, insurers, third party 
   administrators advocates, etc) into FAMLI policies.
● Attend and present at meetings with stakeholders as Directorate representative.
● Plans and conducts research and analysis of policy initiatives and best practices to ensure effective policy 
   implementation for the FAMLI program. 
● Iterates, plans, and executes special projects.
● Makes recommendations to Division leadership regarding policy decisions. 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Experience: 
Qualified candidates must possess a degree from an accredited college or university and five (5) years of professional experience, including three (3) years of management responsibilities, in developing or implementing policies and/or programs.

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Desired or Preferred Qualifications

● Thoughtful listener, a strategic thinker and respectful consensus builder with the ability to understand mission-
   driven organizations, with unquestionable integrity. 
● Demonstrated ability to mentor and lead junior colleagues. 
● Strong organizational skills, a flexible work style and able to manage multiple challenging projects simultaneously 
   in a fast-paced work environment. 
● Excellent written and verbal communication skills. 
● Advanced degree in Law, Social Work ,Public Policy or a related field. 
● Commitment to standing up Maryland’s paid family and medical leave program. 

You’ll fit right in at FAMLI if:
 
● You value autonomy in your work, strive to achieve mastery in your field, and are energized by working for a
   mission-driven organizations
● You’re a strong and inclusive leader who works well with people 
● You’re an excellent collaborator 
● You are excited about solving complex human and organizational issues 
● You’re an organized person who has experience coordinating complex projects 
● You’re great at delegating ownership to capable people

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

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. 

RESUMES ARE ACCEPTABLE

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.


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.

BENEFITS

This is a full-time, permanent position and eligible for full State benefits, which include:

● Flexible hours and hybrid teleworking 
● Paid holidays 12-13 per year 
● Generous paid leave package (annual, sick, personal and compensatory leave) 
● State Pension ("defined benefit" plan) 
● Tax-deferred supplemental retirement savings plans(401(k) and 457) 
● Comprehensive, subsidized health, dental and prescription plans with little to no deductibles, free generic
   prescriptions, and free preventative health services 
● Flexible Spending Account plans for HealthCare and Daycare 
● State Employees Credit Union

To learn more, please click this link:  STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS.

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

The online application is STRONGLY preferred. However, if you are unable to apply online, or having difficulty with your login or password, please contact DBM's Helpdesk directly at (410) 767-4850 (8:00 AM to 5:00 PM daily, except for holidays and weekends). After business hours, please submit an email request to Application.Help@maryland.gov. If you encounter difficulty attaching required or optional documentation, you may submit via mail or deliver in person. Please be sure to include your name, identification number (Easy ID#) and job announcement number on any documentation to ensure timely processing.

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.

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.

PLEASE DO NOT FAX OR EMAIL UNSOLICITED DOCUMENTATION

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

Maryland Department of Labor/ Office of Administration 
Attn: Tiffany Lott-Mallard 24-006296-0005
100 S. Charles Street, 5th Floor 
Baltimore, MD 21201

For additional information, please contact Tiffany Lott-Mallard at 410-767-2096 or via email 
Tiffany.Lott-Mallard1@maryland.gov

The MD State Application Form can be found online

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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