HR SPECIALIST TRN

LIMITED TO APPLICANTS WILLING TO WORK IN BALTIMORE CITY. 

13

Department of Human Resources

Office of Human Resource Development and Training (HRDT)

311 W. Saratoga Street

Baltimore MD 21201

This position functions as an entry level Examination Specialist for the Office of Human Resource Development and Training's Examination Services Unit (ESU), Maryland Department of Human Resources. This position is responsible for all learning the procedures of all areas of the testing process, including development, administration, monitoring and scoring of examinations for those classifications unique to the Department of Human Resources as well as generic classifications tested on a position-specific basis.

This position learns to conduct the examination process, including the processing the initial exam request, creating the job announcement, reviewing applications for minimum qualifications, conducting testing and establishing an eligible list of candidates. This position receives close supervision from a higher level HR professional.

Please describe in detail any job duties relating to the minimum qualifications stated below and include any computer software experience (Peoplesoft, Excel, PowerPoint, Word etc.) used in the each of the positions you held.

EDUCATION: A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.

(IMPORTANT, PLEASE READ: Transcripts, resumes and copies of diplomas do not need to be submitted for this process. Please clearly indicate your education information, incuding college, attendance dates, credits earned major and degree, on your application.)

EXPERIENCE: None. 

NOTES:        

1. Professional HR management work in the areas of recruitment,  classification, salary administration, employee relations, test development and validation or as a generalist may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for up to four years of the required education.  

2. Paraprofessional personnel work experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for up to four years of the required education.  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 actions.

3. Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a commissioned officer in human resources management classification or human resources management specialty codes in the human resources management field of work on a year-for-year basis for the required education.  

Bachelor's degree with concentration in HR (Human Resources)

Experience with HR Information Systems such as Peoplesoft or JobAps

Personal computer skills, including software experience with Microsoft Word and Excel

Attention to detail and analytical skills

Excellent oral and written communication skills

Excellent interpersonal skills to relate to a wide variety of staff, employees and members of the public

Limited to candidates willing to work in Baltimore City

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, 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.

Please 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, Better-Qualified or Qualified and placed on the employment (eligible) list for one year.

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. 

For education obtained outside the U.S., a copy of the equivalent American education as determined by a foreign credential evaluation service must accompany the application.

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

The incumbent in this position is a member of a covered bargaining unit and will be required to pay a bi-weekly service fee to the exclusive representative of the bargaining unit.

STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS

Online applications are STRONGLY preferred.  If the online application process is not available, please send your paper application and supplemental questionnaire (if applicable) to:

DHR Examination Services Unit

Attention: Scott Waddel

311 W. Saratoga Street, First Floor

Baltimore, Maryland 21201

Or

Email dhr.esu@maryland.gov; Assistance via phone: 410-767-7414.

Do not submit unsolicited documentation. Resumes and copies of transcripts and diplomas are not required for this process

The paper application must be received by 5 PM on the closing date for the recruitment. 

TTY Users: call via Maryland Relay, 1-800-925-4434.

Bilingual applicants are encouraged to apply.

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

As an equal opportunity employer Maryland is committed to recruiting, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State’s diversity.