PROGRAM MANAGER SENIOR III

Applications that meet the minimum and/or selective qualifications will be referred to the hiring manager for interview selection. Units will select those candidates most closely demonstrating the qualifications for interview.

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1100 North Eutaw Street

Baltimore, Maryland

The Deputy Assistant Secretary of UI Administration is a senior staff member of the Asst. Secretary for the Division of Unemployment Insurance. The Deputy Assistant Secretary provides technical guidance; and supervision for federally- funded unemployment compensation programs in Maryland, administered by the Department of Labor, Licensing and Regulation in accordance with U.S. Department of Labor rules and regulations. Exercises functional and programmatic supervision over UI staff implementing program functions. The areas under the guidance, control, and/or supervision of the Deputy Assistant Secretary of UI Administration include the Internal Security and Integrity Unit, Administrative Services and Logistics, Human Resources, Communications and Training Unit, UI IT Support and Performance Unit, and Finance and Audit Unit. The Deputy Assistant Secretary serves as technical advisor for the Division's programs outlining training needs, developing program objectives and an evaluating operational performance. The Deputy Assistant Secretary conducts studies of UI best practices for continuous improvement and develops and implements corrective action plans to remedy deficiencies within the agency necessitated by Legislative and USDOL audits.

The Deputy Assistant Secretary of UI Administration supervises the day-to-day operations of the UI support and performance metrics unit, internal security, logistics, procurement, communications, human resources, training and finance and audit functions of the UI Division. The Deputy Assistant Secretary of UI Administration manages timelines and prospective spending plans for all UI automation and flow through projects;  take the lead on all projects related to improving UI performance, utilizing data driven analysis.  The Deputy Assistant Secretary assists in preparation and review of proposed unemployment insurance legislation and gives testimony at the state legislature.  The Deputy Assistant Secretary ensures implementation of federal mandates and laws and department policies and state laws and coordinates unemployment insurance activities and programs with federal and state agencies.   

The Deputy Assistant Secretary of UI Administration manages the unemployment insurance budget and insures achievement of federal performance standards to maintain federal funding.  The Deputy Assistant Secretary handles the communications activities with employees, employers, claimants and officials regarding benefits, taxes and UI policies and procedures. The Deputy Assistant Secretary assists and supervises in allocating work, staff and equipment throughout the state. TheDeputy Assistant Secretary provides advice on methods, procedures, management, equipment and technical matters to unemployment insurance senior staff members and other managers with the Department and consults with Assistant Secretary regarding program objectives and standards.  In the absence of the Assistant Secretary, the Deputy Assistant Secretary oversees all functions of UI, including (but not limited to) tax, benefits, overpayments, finance, internal security, communications, employee training and development, and facilities.

Education: A Master's degree in Business Administration and/or a Juris Doctorate from an accredited college or university

 

Experience: Five years of experience in administrative staff or professional work. At least two years of this experience must have involved one or more of the following: the supervision of other employees, overseeing and coordinating the general operations of a unit, applying rules and regulations, or exercising responsibility for the development of policies or procedures, expediture management and budgeting, communications, and employee training and development.

Notes:

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 to year basis for the required education and experience.

Applicants must meet the selective qualification(s) to be considered. Include clear and specific information on your application regarding your qualifications.

The candidate must have two years experience in planning, organizing, managing and supervising the administrative functions of a 400+ organization. 

Juris Doctorate/ Masters in Business Administration or Juris Doctorate/ Certified Public Accountant or Juris Doctorate/ Masters in Public Administration or Public Policy

All candidates are subject to a background check against files maintained by the Division of Unemployment Insurance (DLLR/DUI) to determine whether any monies are owed to DLLR/DUI as a result of unemployment insurance overpayment/fraud. Any unpaid debt may have an impact on whether or not a candidate is offered employment.

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

Applicants must provide sufficient information on the application to show they meet the qualifications for this recruitment. RESUMES ARE NOT ACCEPTABLE AND NOT CONSIDERED IN THE SELECTION/EXAMINATION PROCESS.

All information concerning the qualification, including any required documentation (diploma, transcripts, certificate, etc) must be submitted and received by the closing date. Information submitted after this date will not be considered.

STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS

If you have any questions about this recruitment, please contact the Department of Labor, Licensing and Regulation at 410-230-6317.

U.S. Military Veterans may qualify for additional bonus points towards certification. Any job offer will be contingent on the candidate providing a U.S. Military form DD 214 verifying honorable discharge from service prior to starting employment (and may be requested prior to interview). Permanent State employees do not need to submit proof of Veterans’ status. 

If you are unable to apply online, or 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.

PLEASE DO NOT FAX OR EMAIL UNSOLICITED DOCUMENTATION

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

DLLR Office of Human Resources
Attn: 17-005484-0010 Prg Mgr Sr. III-Asst Secy of UI Admin
1100 N. Eutaw Street, Rm. 100
Baltimore, MD 21201

The MD State Application Form can be found online

Department of Labor, Licensing and Regulation is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of DLLR 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.