State of Maryland is hiring: Deputy Director of UI Policy & Planning (Program Ma

Introduction

If you are looking for an exciting career with great benefits, pension, generous leave, competitive salary, and the opportunity for advancement and professional growth, apply to join the Division of Unemployment (UI) team today! The Division of Unemployment Insurance (UI) is seeking dedicated candidates to fill important roles within our Policy and Planning unit. This recruitment will be used to fill current and future vacancies. The resulting eligible list will be maintained for one year after the closing date of the announcement.

As a member of the UI team, you can have a fulfilling career, while also enjoying a wide range of benefits such as medical and dental coverage, paid time off (i.e. vacation, sick leave), becoming vested in the State pension, supplemental retirement options, and even joining the Maryland State Employees Credit Union. This is a Management Service position that serves at the pleasure of the Appointing Authority.

GRADE

24

LOCATION OF POSITION

Baltimore City

Main Purpose of Job

The purpose of this position is to support in executing the mission of the Maryland Department of Labor and achieving the agency's goals. This position will advise the Director of UI Policy & Planning, DUI’s Assistant Secretary, and Deputy Assistant Secretary for the Division of Unemployment Insurance (DUI) regarding state and federal legislation and regulations; lead DUI in developing and implementing reemployment, tax, benefits, and internal policies; spearhead federal report and grant writing; develop division metrics and operational process analyses. This position will support DUI in its functions of promoting, planning, and developing strategies, as required by statute, regulation, executive order, and/or departmental priority that will facilitate efficient and effective delivery of departmental services to the citizens of Maryland.

POSITION DUTIES

As the Deputy Director, support in leading and directing the day-to-day operations of the UI Policy, Quality Control, Metrics, and Communications functions, applying UI Management Model standards to comply with USDOL performance measures and Maryland state law to attain Agency goals.

Provide oversight in the following activities for the UI Policy & Communications Unit:

1. UI Management Model Standards
2. Administration
3. Internal Policy and Strategic Planning and Review Oversight
4. UI Legislation and Regulations Administration
5. Core Federal Performance Measures And USDOL Secretary Standards
6. DUI Agreements Management
7. Subpoena & PIA Request Management

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Bachelor’s degree in public policy science, public administration, or a related field. (Must upload a copy of your college degree or transcripts).

Experience: Five years of experience in the public policy arena with an emphasis on policy development (either with a non-profit, state, or federal legislative office or regulatory agency). Three years of supervisory experience managing or leading teams, overseeing and coordinating the general operations of a unit, applying rules and regulations, or taking responsibility for developing policies or procedures.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

All candidates are subject to a background check against files maintained by the Division of Unemployment Insurance (MD Labor/DUI) to determine whether any monies are owed to Labor/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.

SELECTION PROCESS

All information concerning the qualifications, including any required documentation (diploma, transcript, certificate, etc.) must be submitted and received by the closing date. Information submitted after this date will not be considered. Applications that meet minimum and/or selective qualifications will be referred to the hiring unit for interview selection. Units will select those candidates most closely demonstrating the qualifications for interview. A resume and cover letter are strongly encouraged for this position. Please upload one Word or PDF file that includes your combined cover letter and resume using the “Transcript” upload function, or via the JobAps “Other” tab.

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.

BENEFITS

This is a full-time, permanent position and eligible for full State benefits, which include:

• Flexible hours and hybrid teleworking
• Paid holidays 12-13 per year
• Generous paid leave package (annual, sick, personal and compensatory leave)
• State Pension ('defined benefit' plan)
• Tax-deferred supplemental retirement savings plans (401(k) and 457)
• Comprehensive, subsidized health, dental and prescription plans with little to no deductibles, free generic prescriptions, and free preventative health services
• Flexible Spending Account plans for Health Care and Daycare
• State Employees Credit Union

To learn more, please click this link: STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

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 email to felicia.ransome@maryland.gov. 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: 25-00005483-0007/ (UI Deputy Director Policy & Planning/FR)
100 S. Charles Street
Baltimore, MD 21201

The MD State Application Form can be found online. MD 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.