Management Analyst IV (Assistant Director, Public Affairs Section) - Police Department

Management Analyst IV (Assistant Director, Public Affairs Section) - Police Department

Salary

$85,941.00 - $93,905.00 Annually

Location

Towson, MD

Job Type

MERIT

Job Number

01.181 09-2026

Department

POLICE

Opening Date

09/21/2026

Closing Date

10/19/2026 4:30 PM Eastern

• Description
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Pay Schedule XII, Grade 4M, Regular Schedule: 35 hours per week

A vacancy exists in the Police Department, Public Affairs Section.

A list of eligible applicants will be established based on the examination as outlined below.

Current and future vacancies occurring within this class may be filled from the list of eligible applicants.

All interested transfer and promotional candidates must apply at this time.

List all promotions and changes in job duties due to reclassification as separate work experience on your application. Applicants must include the dates of the promotions and reclassifications.

Note: Failure to complete all fields of the "Work Experience" section of the application will result in your application not being considered. A resume will not be considered in determining your qualifications for a position. Applicants selected for an interview may provide a resume at that time.

You MUST attach your transcript(s) and/or certification(s)/license(s) to your application. Unofficial copies are acceptable.

Failure to submit proof of License(s), Certification(s) and Education will result in your application not being considered. Proof of license(s), certification(s), and/or education must be submitted with each application.

Examples of Duties

Under the direction of the Director of Public Affairs, the Assistant Director assists with the management and daily operations of the Public Affairs Section and exercises supervisory and administrative authority as assigned or delegated by the Director. In coordination with the Director of Public Affairs, develops, implements, and evaluates program and project goals, objectives, and procedures consistent with the strategic direction and priorities established by the Director. Performs professional administrative, managerial fiscal and analytical duties. Supervises professional staff assigned to the Section.

• Plans, develops, manages agency programs, initiatives and projects through the management of the Public Affairs Section.
• In coordination with the Director of Public Affairs, develops, implements, evaluates program and project goals, objectives and procedures consistent with the strategic direction and priorities established by the Director.
• Supervises professional and administrative staff assigned to the Section and provides direction consistent with established Section priorities.
• Assists the Director in coordinating the work of the Public Affairs Section, both within and outside the agency.
• At the direction of the Director of Public Affairs, provides advice, consultation, and guidance regarding Public Affairs Section to members of Command staff and other Department personnel.
• Assists the Director of Public Affairs in the development, administration, evaluation of policies, procedures, methods, systems and techniques related to Public Affairs Section operations.
• Manages the preparation, execution and oversight of a large and complex operating, capital and grant budget.
• Supervises preparation of budget requests, justification and formal proposals.
• Studies and analyzes section-related fiscal, informational, operational and management issues.
• Collects, compiles and analyzes data.
• Researches and prepares related reports.
• Serves as a liaison with other agencies and programs.
• At the direction of the Director of Public Affairs or Department leadership, may represent the Department at meetings, conferences and seminars.

Examples of Other Duties

• Performs other related duties as required.

(NOTE: The duties and responsibilities listed above are for the purpose of determining a common set of minimum qualifications for all positions in this class. They may not include all of the essential job functions of each position in the class. Each position may not be required to perform all of the essential job functions listed.)

Qualifications

Graduation from accredited college or university with a bachelors degree, preferably in business administration, public administration, economics, or a related field.

Plus

Six years experience performing professional fiscal, administrative, and analytical duties, two years of which were in a supervisory capacity.

(Additional experience involving the analysis and evaluation of budgets, systems, policies and procedures, organizations and programs may be substituted on a year-for-year basis up to a maximum of four years for the required education. Education in business administration, public administration, or a related field beyond a bachelors degree may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for the non-supervisory experience.)

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (Entry Level)

• Comprehensive knowledge of the principles and practices of public and business administration.
• Comprehensive knowledge of the principles and practices of budgeting and statistical analysis.
• Knowledge of current office practices, procedures and systems.
• Comprehensive knowledge of the principles and practices of supervision of professional and administrative staff .
• Skill in supervising programs and special projects.
• Skill in formulating, executing, and controlling budgets.
• Skill in analyzing expenses, revenues and other budgetary data.
• Skill in researching, analyzing and reporting on management issues.
• Skill in performing fiscal analyses of proposals.
• Skill in performing statistical analysis of data.
• Skill in administering grants and contracts.
• Skill in supervising staff.
• Skill in supervising agency administrative functions.
• Ability to plan, develop, and direct agency programs, initiatives and projects.
• Ability to serve as an aide to the department head, deputy department head and other agency management staff .

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (Full Performance)

• Knowledge of County and departmental rules, regulations, policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of County budgetary and purchasing processes, procedures and methods.

Proof of License(s), Certification(s) and Education

Applicants are required to submit proof of license(s), certification(s) and education beyond high school to meet the required and preferred qualifications of the position. Diplomas or transcripts must show the applicants major field of study. Copies and unofficial transcripts are acceptable. Failure to submit proof of License(s), Certification(s) and Education will result in your application not being considered. Proof of license(s), certification(s) and/or education must be submitted with each application.

Proof of Degree Equivalency

Applicants who have obtained a degree from outside the United States of America are required to submit degree equivalence documentation from World Education Services, Inc. (www.WES.org).

Mail or deliver documents to:

ATTN: Management Analyst IV (Assistant Director, Public Affairs Section) - Police Department

Office of Human Resources

Baltimore County Government

308 Allegheny Ave.

Towson, MD 21204

You MUST attach your transcript(s) and/or certification(s)/license(s) to your application. Unofficial copies are acceptable.

EXAMINATION PROCEDURE

Applicants will be qualified based on an evaluation of their training and experience, as stated on their application, which includes answers to the supplemental questions. Applicants must state the dates and duties of past and present experience clearly and completely for evaluation purposes.

Conditions of Employment

Physical and Environmental Conditions

The work of this classification is essentially sedentary. Some positions may involve occasional travel between work sites.

Medical Examination and Employment Background Investigation

Applicants selected for employment with Baltimore County must successfully complete a physical examination, drug screening and employment investigation, including, but not limited to criminal background, education certification and fingerprinting checks.

Employment Benefits for Full-Time, Merit or Classified Employees

Baltimore County General Government offers the following benefits to full-time,merit or classified employees. Some benefits vary for sworn employees of the Police and Fire Departments. New employees are eligible for benefits upon hire, unless noted otherwise.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Baltimore County is an equal opportunity employer and encourages minority, female and disabled applicants.

Smoke free workplace

All Baltimore County offices are smoke free.

Drug free workplace

Baltimore County provides a drug free workplace. Prospective employees are required to submit to urinalysis drug testing as part of the pre-employment physical examination.

Salary

Annual Salary review - Step increases may be granted on anniversary date based on satisfactory job performance

General Increases - Cost of living increases and adjustments may be granted as legislated.

Longevity Increases - In accordance with the specific pay schedule, a full-time merit or classified employee may receive a longevity increase, equivalent to one step, upon completion of a certain number of years of classified service with the County.

Employee Assistance Program

Our Employee Assistance Program provides confidential and professional assessment and referral assistance for employees and eligible dependents in the household who are experiencing personal problems that may be affecting work performance, job satisfaction, or overall quality of life.

Health Insurance

Health Insurance benefits elected become effective the first day of the month following the date of hire if the employee has completed online enrollment prior to that date. New employees must enroll within thirty (30) calendar days of hire. Plans offered include:

Medical, Prescription, Dental and Vision insurance.

Flexible Spending Accounts

Opportunity to set aside pre-tax dollars, through payroll deduction, for eligible unreimbursed medical care expenses and/or dependent care costs.

Life Insurance

Employees may elect basic term life insurance for themselves equal to one time the employees annual salary, rounded to the next higher $1,000. Employees contribute a portion of the premium through monthly payroll deductions. The County also offers an Additional/Employee paid Life Insurance plan with coverage up to $100,000.

Retirement

Employees are required to participate in the Baltimore County Employees Retirement System (ERS), with very limited exceptions.

Paid Leave

Paid benefits listed below vary depending upon the Classification.

Sick Leave

Vacation Leave

Personal Leave

Holidays

Bereavement Leave

Jury Leave

Military Leave

Baltimore County Employees Federal Credit Union

Membership in Baltimore County Employees Federal Credit Union offers a full range of savings programs, loans, checking, direct deposit, payroll deduction, savings bonds, and other financial services.

Direct Deposit

Payroll through direct deposit to the financial institution selected by employee is required.

Educational Assistance

70 to 80 percent tuition reimbursement following successful completion of pre-approved courses related to position. Amount of reimbursement and fiscal year dollar limitations vary with bargaining group.

Deferred Compensation

Nationwide Retirement Solutions offers a 457 retirement plan allowing for payroll contributions of tax deferred dollars to investment options of your choice.

Disclaimer

This is only a summary of benefits and policies in Baltimore County. Any benefit or policy may be changed at any time at the discretion of the administration. This summary does not constitute an express or implied contract, nor does it constitute a guarantee that your employment relationship will continue for any specified period of time or end only under certain conditions.

01

The purpose of the supplemental questions listed below is to further evaluate your experience and education to determine your eligibility for this job classification. Answer each question accurately and thoroughly. The experience you indicate in your responses to the supplemental questions must also be described, in detail, on the Work History section of this application. If you cite experience in your response that is not included on the Work History section of this application, your application may be considered incomplete and you may not receive further consideration for this position. Questions with text answers require you to include the name of the employer/organization and dates of the specific experience.

• I have read and acknowledge the above instructions.

02

Failure to complete all fields of the "Work Experience" section of the application will result in your application not being considered. A resume will not be considered in determining your qualifications for this position. Applicants selected for an interview may provide a resume at that time.

• I have read and acknowledge the above statement.

03

Are you currently a merit (full-time), non-merit (part-time), or temporary employee of the Baltimore County General Government? Employees of Baltimore County Public Schools, Baltimore County Public Library, Baltimore Countys court systems or Baltimore County Community College and employees of temporary services used by the County are not considered employees of the Baltimore County General Government.

• Yes
• No

04

The position you are applying for requires proof of education and/or licenses beyond high school in order to qualify. You must submit this proof as instructed on the job posting. If you do not submit the transcript(s) or license(s) by the closing date, your application will not be considered further.

• I have read and acknowledge the above instructions and have attached proof of education.

05

Select the option that best describes your education and experience.

• Masters degree preferably in business administration, public administration, or economics; plus four (4) years experience performing professional fiscal, administrative, and analytical duties; two years of which were in a supervisory capacity.
• Bachelors degree preferably in business administration, public administration, or economics; plus six (6) years experience performing professional fiscal, administrative, and analytical duties; two years of which were in a supervisory capacity.
• Associates degree preferably in business administration, public administration, or economics; plus eight (8) years experience performing professional fiscal, administrative, and analytical duties; two years of which were in a supervisory capacity.
• High School Diploma or equivalent; plus ten (10) years experience performing professional fiscal, administrative, and analytical duties; two years of which were in a supervisory capacity.
• Not Applicable. I do not have any of the combinations of education and experience.

06

Provide specific example(s) of the experience you cited in the previous question. Include the employer(s) and dates(s) you performed these duties. Be certain that this experience is also described, in detail, on the Work History/Experience section of this application. If you chose "Not Applicable" to the above question, respond by entering N/A to this question.

07

Select the choice that best describes your experience managing (to include planning, developing and directing) government agency programs:

• I have over 5 years experience managing government agency programs.
• I have 3 to 5 years experience managing government agency programs.
• I have 1 to 3 years experience managing government agency programs.
• I have less than 1 years experience managing government agency programs.
• I do not have experience managing government agency programs.

08

Provide specific example(s) of the experience you cited in the previous question. Include the employer(s) and date(s) you performed these duties. Be certain that this experience is also described, in detail, on the Work History/Experience section of this application. If you chose "I do not have experience" in the previous question, respond by entering N/A in the space below.

09

Public Affairs/Strategic Communications: Select the choice that best describes your professional experience in public affairs, strategic communications, media relations, public information, or a closely related communications field.

• I have over 5 years experience in public affairs, strategic communications, media relations, public information, or a closely related communications field.
• I have 3 to 5 years experience in public affairs, strategic communications, media relations, public information, or a closely related communications field.
• I have 1 to 3 years experience in public affairs, strategic communications, media relations, public information, or a closely related communications field.
• I have less than 1 years experience in public affairs, strategic communications, media relations, public information, or a closely related communications field.
• I do not have experience in public affairs, strategic communications, media relations, public information, or a closely related communications field.

10

Provide specific example(s) of the experience you cited in the previous question. Include the employer(s) and date(s) you performed these duties. Be certain that this experience is also described, in detail, on the Work History/Experience section of this application. If you chose "I do not have experience" in the previous question, respond by entering N/A in the space below.

11

Crisis/High-Profile Communications: Describe your experience developing or implementing communications strategies involving high-profile, sensitive, rapidly evolving, or crisis-related matters. Include your specific role, the audiences involved, and your responsibilities for coordinating and disseminating information.

• I have over 5 years experience developing or implementing communications strategies involving high-profile, sensitive, rapidly evolving, or crisis-related matters. Include your specific role, the audiences involved, and your responsibilities for coordinating and disseminating information.
• I have 3 to 5 years experience developing or implementing communications strategies involving high-profile, sensitive, rapidly evolving, or crisis-related matters. Include your specific role, the audiences involved, and your responsibilities for coordinating and disseminating information.
• I have 1 to 3 years experience developing or implementing communications strategies involving high-profile, sensitive, rapidly evolving, or crisis-related matters. Include your specific role, the audiences involved, and your responsibilities for coordinating and disseminating information.
• I have less than 1 years experience developing or implementing communications strategies involving high-profile, sensitive, rapidly evolving, or crisis-related matters. Include your specific role, the audiences involved, and your responsibilities for coordinating and disseminating information.
• I do not have experience developing or implementing communications strategies involving high-profile, sensitive, rapidly evolving, or crisis-related matters. Include your specific role, the audiences involved, and your responsibilities for coordinating and disseminating information.

12

Provide specific example(s) of the experience you cited in the previous question. Include the employer(s) and date(s) you performed these duties. Be certain that this experience is also described, in detail, on the Work History/Experience section of this application. If you chose "I do not have experience" in the previous question, respond by entering N/A in the space below.

13

Working Within an Executive/Organizational Structure: Describe your experience serving in a management or supervisory role where you were responsible for implementing priorities established by senior leadership. Include how you coordinated with your supervisor, managed assigned staff, and ensured work was consistent with established organizational priorities.

• I have over 5 years experience serving in a management or supervisory role where you were responsible for implementing priorities established by senior leadership. Include how you coordinated with your supervisor, managed assigned staff, and ensured work was consistent with established organizational priorities.
• I have 3 to 5 years experience serving in a management or supervisory role where you were responsible for implementing priorities established by senior leadership. Include how you coordinated with your supervisor, managed assigned staff, and ensured work was consistent with established organizational priorities.
• I have 1 to 3 years experience serving in a management or supervisory role where you were responsible for implementing priorities established by senior leadership. Include how you coordinated with your supervisor, managed assigned staff, and ensured work was consistent with established organizational priorities.
• I have less than 1 years experience serving in a management or supervisory role where you were responsible for implementing priorities established by senior leadership. Include how you coordinated with your supervisor, managed assigned staff, and ensured work was consistent with established organizational priorities.
• I do not have experience serving in a management or supervisory role where you were responsible for implementing priorities established by senior leadership. Include how you coordinated with your supervisor, managed assigned staff, and ensured work was consistent with established organizational priorities.

14

Provide specific example(s) of the experience you cited in the previous question. Include the employer(s) and date(s) you performed these duties. Be certain that this experience is also described, in detail, on the Work History/Experience section of this application. If you chose "I do not have experience" in the previous question, respond by entering N/A in the space below.

Required Question

Employer Baltimore County

Address 308 Allegheny Avenue

Towson, Maryland, 21204

Phone 410-887-3135

Website http://www.baltimorecountymd.gov