ADMINISTRATOR II

This recruitment is limited to current employees of Department of Human Services (DHS), Office of the Inspector General .

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Department of Human Services 

Office of the Inspector General

1525 N. Calvert Street, 7th Flr

Baltimore, MD 21202

This position is the primary position for the Bureau of Investigative Services Unit (BIS) in the Office of the Inspector General (OIG). This position supervises Fraud Examiners responsible for conducting reviews, examinations and investigations in order to objectively monitor, verify, and analyze allotment of State and federal funds disbursed through Department of Human Services (DHS). This position functions at a proficiency level in the supervision of examiners to provide a uniform level of prevention and investigative services.

Supervise examiners responsible for analyzing and interpreting program policies and procedures within DHS to assure payment accuracy, and compliance with appropriate federal and state laws.

Analyze disbursements related to suspected fraud, including, but not limited to programs administered by Family Investment Administration (FIA), Child Support Administration(CSA), Social Services Administration (SSA), Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE) and the Department of Health(MDH).

Analyzes allegations of misconduct to assure any misuse of State funds and other resources is resolved. Independently plans, organizes, and conducts on-site evaluations of information to make determinations of fraud, misrepresentation and misconduct.

Establishes and maintains an investigative network of representatives, including but not limited, Social Security Administration, U.S. Department of Agriculture, State's Attorney Offices, Attorney General's Office, Internal Revenue Service, State and local law enforcement and citizen's groups.

Please read the job announcement in its entirety before applying for this recruitment. Applicants must meet all minimum (and selective) qualifications to be considered, and to appear on the list of people eligible for hire.

It is imperative to list all computer and software experience on your application pertaining to your job duties.

Education: A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.

Experience: Four years of experience in administrative staff or professional work.

Notes:

1. Additional experience in administrative staff or professional work may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for the required education.

2. Additional graduate level education at an accredited college or university may be substituted at the rate of 30 semester credit hours on a year-for-year basis for the required general experience.

3. Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a commissioned officer involving staff work related to the administration of rules, regulations, policy, procedures and processes, or overseeing or coordinating unit operations or functioning as a staff assistant to a higher ranking commissioned officer on a year-for-year basis for the required education and experience.

Strong preference will be given to applicants that possess the following preferred qualification(s), Include clear and specific information on your application regarding the qualifications.

One year of the required experience must involve planning and/or conducting investigations related to the enforcement of State and/or Federal law. Investigatory experience as a Family Investment Specialist, Law Enforcement and/or Correctional Officer, Fraud Investigator, Child Protective Service Worker, Child Support Specialist, Absent Parent Locator and/or locating individuals for the purpose of serving warrants and subpoenas. 

Limited to current employees of Department of Human Services, Office of the Inspector General.

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

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 is required prior to hire.  

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 you are unable to apply online, please send your paper application and supplemental questionnaire (if applicable) to: 

Department of Human Services

Examination Services Unit

Attention: Moses Devaprakasam

311 W. Saratoga Street, First Floor

Baltimore, Maryland 21201

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

Or, email moses.devaprakasam@maryland.gov; Assistance via phone: 410-767-7416. TTY Users: call via Maryland Relay, 1-800-925-4434.

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

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.