DESIGNATED ADMIN MGR SENIOR I (Legislative and Governmental Affairs Director)

Introduction

The Maryland Military Department is seeking a candidate for the position of Designated Admin Mgr Senior I. This position serves as the Legislative and Governmental Affairs Director (L&G) and serves at the pleasure of the Appointing Authority. This role follows a compressed work schedule, Tuesday through Friday, 6:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Free parking is available.

GRADE

23

LOCATION OF POSITION

Fifth Regiment Armory

219 29th Division StreetÂ

Baltimore, Maryland 21201

Main Purpose of Job

This position will serve as the Director of Legislative and Government Affairs for the Maryland Military Department. The selected incumbent will be responsible for initiating and coordinating and recommending actions for consideration on behalf of the Adjutant General.

POSITION DUTIES

Position duties include but are not limited to:Â

 ·Primary liaison on behalf of the Adjutant General for legislative and agency operational issues.Â

 ·Support and maintain effective communication between MDNG and a range of stakeholders.Â

 ·Direct and coordinate response for legislative matters and fiscal note request.Â

 ·Manage the operations of the L&G Affairs office.Â

 ·Coordinate planning efforts for the Maryland Gubernatorial Inauguration.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Bachelor''s degree from an accredited college or university in Political Science, Public Policy, Public Administration, Law, Government, or a related field.

Experience:Â 3Â Â years of experience coordinating legislative matters at the local, state, and/or federal level including 2 years of senior level management experience.

Notes:

1. Candidates may substitute seven (7) years of professional experience involving public information, public relations,government relations, and legislative affairs, including 2 years of senior level management experience for the required degree and experience.

2. Candidates may substitute the possession of thirty graduate credit hours from an accredited college or university in the fields of Public Administration, Political Science, Public Policy, Law, or a related field and two (2) years of professional experience involving public information, public relations, government relations, and legislative affairs, including 1 year of senior level management experience for the required experience.

3. Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a commissioned officer involving staff work that included the regular use of independent judgment and analysis in applying and interpreting complex administrative plans, policies, rules or regulations or analysis of operational programs or procedures with recommendations for improvement on a year-for-year basis for the required experience.

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Preference will be given to applicants who possess the following preferred qualifications. Please include clear and specific information on your application regarding your qualifications.

 · Experience communicating with State agencies, Federal agencies and stakeholders.Â

 · Experience managing a legislative office or legislative staff.Â

 · Experience drafting or negotiating legislative language with legislative counsel, committee staff, or drafting offices.Â

 · Experience preparing legislative agendas, briefing memos, or floor strategy materials for senior leadership.Â

 · Diverse knowledge of the State of Maryland legislative process, including committee procedure, fiscal notes, and the rules governing bill passage.Â

 · Experience identifying legislative or political problems and negotiating solutions.Â

 · Experience in constituent services, casework management, or coordinating between district and legislative offices.Â

 · High-level managerial supervising experience.

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS

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 operatorâs license valid in the State of Maryland with less than 5 points to operate a state vehicle.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

This position will require the ability to pass a State & Federal background check to access military facilities within the state of Maryland. Being able to access these facilities is a condition of employment for this position.

SELECTION PROCESS

Please make sure that you provide sufficient information on your application to show that you meet the minimum requirements for this recruitment. All information concerning your qualifications must be submitted by the closing date. We will not consider the information submitted after this date.

Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.

Successful candidates will be ranked as Best Qualified, Better Qualified, or Qualified and placed on the employment (eligible) list for at least one year. This list will be used by the hiring agency to select employees.

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.

BARGAINING UNIT STATUS

This position is not subject to Bargaining MOU''s.

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

Military Veterans may qualify for additional bonus points towards certification.

A copy of your proof of eligibility (DD214) for Veteransâ Credit must be in this office and completely verified before Veteransâ Credit will be approved.

PLEASE DO NOT SUBMIT UNSOLICITED DOCUMENTATIONÂ

Online application process is STRONGLY preferred. If you are unable to apply online, you may submit a paper application to:

Maryland Military Department State Personnel OfficeÂ

29th Division Street, Room B10Â Â

Baltimore, MD 21201-2288

For questions regarding this recruitment, please contact Kira Williams at Kira.williams2@maryland.gov

TTY Users: call via Maryland Relay

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