ADMINISTRATIVE SPECIALIST III

The Maryland Higher Education Commission (MHEC), is seeking an enthusiastic and energetic individual to fill the position of Administrative Specialist III (Collegiate Affairs Support Officer).

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6 N. Liberty Street, 10th Fl  Baltimore, Maryland  21201

The main purpose of this position is to provide administrative and project support to the Office of Academic Affairs, which includes coordinating oversight of:

• Collegiate academic program proposals
• Academic program review, including title changes, discontinuations, and suspensions
• Preparation of reports and materials related to academic programs in Maryland

The position frequently requires that independent judgment be exercised without supervision. Additionally, extensive knowledge of office management methods, some knowledge of higher education administration, and ability to plan and organize are vital to the success of this position.

Education: Completion of 60 credit hours at an accredited college or university.

Experience: Two years of experience in administrative or professional work.

Notes:

1. Candidates may substitute experience as defined above at the rate of one year experience for 30 credit hours of education for up to 60 credit hours of the required education.

2. Candidates may substitute a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university for the required education and experience.

3. Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a non-commissioned officer involving staff work requiring regular use of independent judgment and analysis in applying and interpreting rules and regulations in accordance with agency laws and policies on a year to year basis for the required education and experience.

Experience in higher education setting within a public or private institution.

Experience in Administrative Office Management.

Experience in Microsoft Office Suite.

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.

Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will be considered for this position. Successful candidates will be ranked as Best Qualified, Better Qualified, or Qualified, and placed on the employment (eligible) list for at least one year.

The assessment will consist of a rating of your education, training, and experience related to the requirements of the position. You may be required to complete a qualifications supplement, or the rating may be based on your application. Therefore, it is important that you provide complete and accurate information on your application and submitted by the closing date. Report all experience and education that is related to this position.

We will not consider incomplete applications.

STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS

If you have any questions about this recruitment, please call 410-767-4850.

RESUME REQUIRED with online application and can be uploaded as an attachment under the Resume Tab of the online application.  Please combine all documents together as ONE attachment (resume, degree, license, etc.).  

Online application is STRONGLY PREFERRED.  Please use Internet Explorer as your internet browser.  Google Chrome may not function properly.   If you do not have internet access you may mail your application to:  

Department of Budget and Management Recruitment and Examination Division

301 W. Preston St., Room 608

Baltimore, MD 21201

As 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 candidates are encouraged to apply. We thank our Veterans for their service to our country.

The resulting certified eligible list for this recruitment may be used for similar positions in this or other State agencies.

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