State of Maryland
Recruitment Officer (HR OFFICER I)
State of Maryland, Baltimore, Maryland, United States, 21276
IntroductionWhen you join the Maryland Department of Human Services (DHS), you join a team of more than 5,000 employees across the state dedicated to positively changing the lives of more than 1 million Marylanders each year. We do this by providing economic support, preventive services, and caring for children and adults.We aim to deliver services so that we more quickly meet the needs of the people we serve. At DHS, we grapple with hard questions to find new ways to foster a culture of bold innovation. We do this to ensure that in Maryland, we leave no one behind.GRADE:
15LOCATION OF POSITION:
Maryland Department of Human ServicesOffice of Team Engagement and ManagementEmployment Services Division, Recruitment Unit25 S. Charles StreetBaltimore MD 21201Main Purpose of Job:
This position is responsible for recruitment and employment responsibilities for the Department of Human Services (DHS), Office of the Secretary and all Executive/Leadership positions that report to this office. These include the following: Family Investment Administration (FIA), Social Service Administration (SSA), Child Support Administration (CSA), Office of Technology for Human Services (OTHS), Budget and Finance, Procurement, Division of Administrative Operations, Office of Communications, Office of Government Affairs, Office of the Inspector General, Maryland Legal Services. In addition, this position provides consultation and technical assistance to the 23 Local Departments of Social Services on contractual recruitments and management level recruitments.POSITION DUTIES:
Primary responsibility for recruitment activities for DHS Headquarters administrations including Executive/Leadership Team for DHS Headquarters. This includes, but is not limited to: determining the appropriate recruitment methodology, preparing vacancy announcements, requesting position specific recruitment, sending recruitment letters to eligible candidates, creating and clearing eligible lists, reviewing, screening and approving eligible applicants, determining minimum qualifications, finalizing the appointment of selected candidate and obtaining required approvals. Utilizes and recommends a variety of recruitment methods for filling positions, such as advertisements-local and/or national circulation, receiving, reviewing, screening, approving and routing resumes to appropriate hiring authority. Reviews and acquires the necessary signatures for hiring selection packages. Verifies that appropriate procedures are followed and all supporting documentation is included in the selection packet, from initial recruitment effort through actual notification of the incumbent's start date. Responsible for processing DHS Hiring Exception Request for Department of Budget and Management (DBM) approval to fill vacant positions throughout the entire agency. Conducts and coordinates new employee orientation sessions, providing an overview of DHS organizational structure, mission and Strategic Plan, state employee responsibilities and benefits, including but not limited to insurance benefits, pension, holidays, leave, etc. Attends and makes presentations at job fairs and other HR-related activities as needed.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Applicants must meet all minimum qualifications to be considered, and to appear on the list of people eligible for hire. Please read all requirements before applying.EXPERIENCE:
Six years of experience, two years of professional HR experience involving recruitment and employment services, classification and compensation, employee relations, test development and validation, job analysis, job evaluation, salary administration, HR program evaluation, or HR policy formulation and an additional four years of professional HR management work experience in the areas of recruitment and selection, classification, salary administration, employer relations, test development and validation or as a generalist.NOTES:1. Candidates may substitute paraprofessional personnel work experience on a year-for-year basis for up to four years of the required experience. Paraprofessional personnel work is defined as work involving the application of public sector personnel procedures, policies, rules and regulations to specific employment actions. Appropriate paraprofessional personnel experience includes responsibility for activities such as: preparing and maintaining employment records, calculating salaries, applying personnel related rules and policies, preparing personnel-related reports, conducting employee orientation and counseling employees regarding benefits and obligations and responding to inquiries concerning employment procedures.2. Candidates may substitute the possession of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university and two years of professional HR experience involving recruitment and employment services, classification and compensation, employee relations, test development and validation, job analysis, job evaluation, salary administration, HR program evaluation, or HR policy formulation for the required experience.3. Candidates may substitute the possession of thirty graduate credit hours from an accredited college or university in the fields of HR/personnel administration, human resources management, business administration, public administration, statistics, tests and measurements, psychology or a related field for the required experience.4. Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a commissioned officer in human resources management classifications or human resources management specialty codes in the human resources management field of work on a year-for-year basis for the required experience.DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Preference will be given to applicants who possess the following preferred qualification(s). Include clear and specific information on your application regarding your qualifications.- Six months experience using an HRIS system- Six months experience conducting or assisting with recruiting for positions- Six months experience conducting training for HR staff and hiring managers related to HR policies and procedures- Ability to communicate effectively and maintain confidentiality- Strong customer service skillsLICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS:1. Employees in this classification are required to obtain certification in State Personnel Management System policies and procedures and in the functionality of the Statewide Personnel System from the Office of Personnel Services and Benefits, Maryland Department of Budget and Management within six months from the time of appointment to the position. Employees are also required to obtain recertification every six months thereafter.2. 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:
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 information submitted after this date. Successful candidates will be ranked as Best Qualified and placed on the eligible (employment) list for at least one year.EXAMINATION PROCESS:
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.BENEFITS:
As an employee of the State of Maryland, you will have access to outstanding benefits, including: health insurance, dental, and vision plans offered at a low cost.• Personal Leave - new State employees are awarded six (6) personnel days annually (prorated based on start date).• Annual Leave - ten (10) days of accumulated annual leave per year.• Sick Leave - fifteen (15) days of accumulated sick leave per year.• Parental Leave - up to sixty (60) days of paid parental leave upon the birth or adoption of a child.• Holidays - State employees also celebrate at least twelve (12) holidays per year.• Pension - State employees earn credits towards a retirement pension.• Positions may be eligible for telework.FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS:
The online application process is STRONGLY preferred. If you are unable to apply online, you may mail a paper application and supplemental questionnaire to, Department of Human Services, Examination Services Unit, 25 S. Charles Street, 11th Floor, Baltimore, Maryland 21201.Or email scott.waddel@maryland.gov: Voice 410-767-7255, toll-free: 1-800-332-6347. 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. Do not submit unsolicited documentation. Resumes should not be viewed as a substitution for a completed state application.TTY Users: call via Maryland RelayAs 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 applicants are encouraged to apply. We thank our Veterans for their service to our country and encourage them to apply.
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15LOCATION OF POSITION:
Maryland Department of Human ServicesOffice of Team Engagement and ManagementEmployment Services Division, Recruitment Unit25 S. Charles StreetBaltimore MD 21201Main Purpose of Job:
This position is responsible for recruitment and employment responsibilities for the Department of Human Services (DHS), Office of the Secretary and all Executive/Leadership positions that report to this office. These include the following: Family Investment Administration (FIA), Social Service Administration (SSA), Child Support Administration (CSA), Office of Technology for Human Services (OTHS), Budget and Finance, Procurement, Division of Administrative Operations, Office of Communications, Office of Government Affairs, Office of the Inspector General, Maryland Legal Services. In addition, this position provides consultation and technical assistance to the 23 Local Departments of Social Services on contractual recruitments and management level recruitments.POSITION DUTIES:
Primary responsibility for recruitment activities for DHS Headquarters administrations including Executive/Leadership Team for DHS Headquarters. This includes, but is not limited to: determining the appropriate recruitment methodology, preparing vacancy announcements, requesting position specific recruitment, sending recruitment letters to eligible candidates, creating and clearing eligible lists, reviewing, screening and approving eligible applicants, determining minimum qualifications, finalizing the appointment of selected candidate and obtaining required approvals. Utilizes and recommends a variety of recruitment methods for filling positions, such as advertisements-local and/or national circulation, receiving, reviewing, screening, approving and routing resumes to appropriate hiring authority. Reviews and acquires the necessary signatures for hiring selection packages. Verifies that appropriate procedures are followed and all supporting documentation is included in the selection packet, from initial recruitment effort through actual notification of the incumbent's start date. Responsible for processing DHS Hiring Exception Request for Department of Budget and Management (DBM) approval to fill vacant positions throughout the entire agency. Conducts and coordinates new employee orientation sessions, providing an overview of DHS organizational structure, mission and Strategic Plan, state employee responsibilities and benefits, including but not limited to insurance benefits, pension, holidays, leave, etc. Attends and makes presentations at job fairs and other HR-related activities as needed.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Applicants must meet all minimum qualifications to be considered, and to appear on the list of people eligible for hire. Please read all requirements before applying.EXPERIENCE:
Six years of experience, two years of professional HR experience involving recruitment and employment services, classification and compensation, employee relations, test development and validation, job analysis, job evaluation, salary administration, HR program evaluation, or HR policy formulation and an additional four years of professional HR management work experience in the areas of recruitment and selection, classification, salary administration, employer relations, test development and validation or as a generalist.NOTES:1. Candidates may substitute paraprofessional personnel work experience on a year-for-year basis for up to four years of the required experience. Paraprofessional personnel work is defined as work involving the application of public sector personnel procedures, policies, rules and regulations to specific employment actions. Appropriate paraprofessional personnel experience includes responsibility for activities such as: preparing and maintaining employment records, calculating salaries, applying personnel related rules and policies, preparing personnel-related reports, conducting employee orientation and counseling employees regarding benefits and obligations and responding to inquiries concerning employment procedures.2. Candidates may substitute the possession of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university and two years of professional HR experience involving recruitment and employment services, classification and compensation, employee relations, test development and validation, job analysis, job evaluation, salary administration, HR program evaluation, or HR policy formulation for the required experience.3. Candidates may substitute the possession of thirty graduate credit hours from an accredited college or university in the fields of HR/personnel administration, human resources management, business administration, public administration, statistics, tests and measurements, psychology or a related field for the required experience.4. Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a commissioned officer in human resources management classifications or human resources management specialty codes in the human resources management field of work on a year-for-year basis for the required experience.DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Preference will be given to applicants who possess the following preferred qualification(s). Include clear and specific information on your application regarding your qualifications.- Six months experience using an HRIS system- Six months experience conducting or assisting with recruiting for positions- Six months experience conducting training for HR staff and hiring managers related to HR policies and procedures- Ability to communicate effectively and maintain confidentiality- Strong customer service skillsLICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS:1. Employees in this classification are required to obtain certification in State Personnel Management System policies and procedures and in the functionality of the Statewide Personnel System from the Office of Personnel Services and Benefits, Maryland Department of Budget and Management within six months from the time of appointment to the position. Employees are also required to obtain recertification every six months thereafter.2. 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:
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 information submitted after this date. Successful candidates will be ranked as Best Qualified and placed on the eligible (employment) list for at least one year.EXAMINATION PROCESS:
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.BENEFITS:
As an employee of the State of Maryland, you will have access to outstanding benefits, including: health insurance, dental, and vision plans offered at a low cost.• Personal Leave - new State employees are awarded six (6) personnel days annually (prorated based on start date).• Annual Leave - ten (10) days of accumulated annual leave per year.• Sick Leave - fifteen (15) days of accumulated sick leave per year.• Parental Leave - up to sixty (60) days of paid parental leave upon the birth or adoption of a child.• Holidays - State employees also celebrate at least twelve (12) holidays per year.• Pension - State employees earn credits towards a retirement pension.• Positions may be eligible for telework.FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS:
The online application process is STRONGLY preferred. If you are unable to apply online, you may mail a paper application and supplemental questionnaire to, Department of Human Services, Examination Services Unit, 25 S. Charles Street, 11th Floor, Baltimore, Maryland 21201.Or email scott.waddel@maryland.gov: Voice 410-767-7255, toll-free: 1-800-332-6347. 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. Do not submit unsolicited documentation. Resumes should not be viewed as a substitution for a completed state application.TTY Users: call via Maryland RelayAs 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 applicants are encouraged to apply. We thank our Veterans for their service to our country and encourage them to apply.
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