Senior Affairs Associate I - Senior Center Assistant Director

Senior Affairs Associate I - Senior Center Assistant Director

Salary

$50,757.00 - $58,037.00 Annually

Location

Various locations throughout Baltimore County, MD

Job Type

MERIT

Job Number

04.505 07-26

Department

AGING

Opening Date

07/09/2026

Closing Date

Continuous

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

A vacancy exists in the Department of Aging for the Senior Affairs Associate I - Senior Center Assistant Director position.

Pay Schedule I, Grade 26, Regular Schedule: 35 hours per week.

This job announcement may close at any time with little or no notice. Applicants are advised to apply promptly.

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 experiences 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)/degree(s) and your professional license(s)/certification(s) to your application. Unofficial copies are acceptable.

Failure to submit proof of licenses, certifications, and Education will result in your application not being considered. Proof of licenses, certifications, and/or education must be submitted with each application.

Examples of Duties

Job Purpose

Under general supervision, directs the operation of a regional community senior center.

Essential Job Duties

• Registers new members, renews current members membership forms.
• Collects enhancement donations, enters data into WellSky, and handles member issues (in conjunction with the Director, Regional Manager, or Senior Center Social Worker, as necessary).
• Guides the senior center Executive Board.
• Oversees the Eating Together Congregate Nutrition Program.
• Plans, implements, promotes, and coordinates programs and services for older adults.
• Assures the safe operation, necessary maintenance, and security of senior center equipment and buildings.
• Leads, recruits, supervises, and trains support staff and volunteers.
• Recruits program instructors.
• Maintains payroll for instructors and staff.
• Prepares schedules of activities.
• Assesses the needs of senior center members and the broader community.
• Evaluates senior center programs and services in response to identified needs and available resources.
• Tracks expenditures and activities for budgetary purposes.
• Purchases materials, supplies, and equipment.
• Prepares reports and correspondence regarding senior center activities.
• Publicizes senior center and other department-sponsored events through newsletters, e-newsletters, flyers, press releases, and other means.
• Assists the senior center council in developing and conducting special events, activities, and community projects.
• Keeps records of program activities and expenditures for budgetary purposes and prepares reports and correspondence regarding program activities

Examples of Other Duties

• Leads or conducts senior center programs or activities.
• Interviews or counsels senior center or community members regarding personal needs and available resources for seniors.
• Responds to emergencies at Senior Centers.
• Assists sick or injured senior adults until emergency medical personnel arrive at the scene.
• In the absence of the custodian, may set up tables, lift boxes, and deliver supplies.
• 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

Required Qualifications

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelors degree in gerontology, recreation, education, health, business administration, public administration, marketing, public relations, nursing specialty, accounting, or a social or behavioral science.

(Experience providing services to older adults may be substituted on a year-for-year basis up to a maximum of four years for the required education.)

Preferred Experience

Experience in monitoring and evaluating programs for older adults

Experience in recruiting and managing volunteers to work with older adults

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (Entry Level)

• Knowledge of planning, conducting human services programming, services, and activities for older adults.
• Ability to provide and develop programming, services, and activities for older adults.
• Ability to assess the needs of older adults and their communities.
• Ability to work effectively with older adults.
• Ability to plan, coordinate, and supervise the operations of a senior center.
• Ability to recruit, train, and supervise center support staff and volunteers.
• Ability to learn County and Departmental rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Ability to learn County computer software, including WellSky and Microsoft Office.

Licenses and Certificates

Some positions within this classification may require possession of a valid drivers license equivalent to a Non-Commercial, Class C Maryland drivers license at the time of appointment.

Proof of Licenses, Certifications, and Education

Applicants are required to submit proof of licenses, certifications, and education beyond high school to meet the positions required and preferred qualifications. Diplomas or transcripts must show the applicants major field of study. Copies and unofficial transcripts are acceptable. Proof of licenses, certifications, 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: Senior Center Assistant Director

Office of Human Resources

Baltimore County Government

308 Allegheny Ave.

Towson, MD 21204

You must attach your transcript(s)/degree(s), and your professional license(s)/certification(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

Persons appointed to this classification must satisfactorily complete County-sponsored CPR and First Aid training. These positions must maintain certification throughout employment.

Physical and Environmental Conditions

The work of this classification entails frequent walking, standing, and other limited physical activity, including travel between work sites.

Possession of a valid drivers license equivalent to a Non-Commercial, Class C Maryland drivers license at the time of appointment.

Some positions in this classification may be required to respond to medical emergency situations until emergency medical personnel arrive at the scene.

Medical Examination and Employment Background Investigation

Applicants selected for an appointment to a position in Baltimore County must successfully complete a physical examination, a drug screen, and an employment background investigation, including, but not limited to, a criminal background check, education verification, and a fingerprint check.

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 evaluate your experience and education further to determine your eligibility for this job classification. Answer each question accurately and thoroughly. To be considered for this position, the experience you indicate in your responses to the supplemental questions must also be described, in detail, in the Work History/Experience section of this application. Questions with text answers require you to include the name of the employer/organization and dates of the specific experience.

• I have read and understand the above instructions.

02

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

03

Select the option that best describes your level of education and/or experience. You must attach proof of education to your application to receive credit.

• Masters degree in gerontology, recreation, education, health, business administration, public administration, marketing, public relations, nursing specialty, accounting, or a social or behavioral science.
• Bachelors degree in gerontology, recreation, education, health, business administration, public administration, marketing, public relations, nursing specialty, accounting, or a social or behavioral science.
• An AA degree in gerontology, recreation, education, health, business administration, public administration, marketing, public relations, nursing specialty, accounting, or a social or behavioral science, and at least two (2) years experience providing services to older adults.
• High school diploma or an appropriate equivalent, and at least four (4) years experience providing services to older adults.
• I dont have any of the education and experience combinations.

04

Provide specific and detailed example(s) of the work experience you have providing services to older adults. Include the employer(s) and date(s) you performed these duties. Note: To receive credit, be certain that this experience is also described in detail in the Work History/Experience section of this application. I answered "I do not have any of the above combinations of education and experience" in the previous question. Respond by entering N/A to this question.

05

Do you have experience monitoring and evaluating programs for older adults?

• Yes
• No

06

If you answered "Yes" to the previous question, describe in detail example(s) of your experience monitoring and evaluating programs for older adults. Include the employer(s) and date(s) you performed these duties. If you answered "No", respond N/A to this question.

07

Do you have experience with recruiting and managing volunteers to work with older adults?

• Yes
• No

08

If you answered "Yes", provide specific example(s) of the experience you have with recruiting and managing volunteers to work with older adults. Include the employer(s) and date(s) you performed these duties. If you answered "No", respond by entering N/A to this question.

09

Do you have experience hiring, training, and supervising employees, administering disciplinary actions, and conducting performance evaluations? Include the number of employees you supervised in the response below.

• Yes
• No

10

If you answered "Yes" to the previous question, describe in detail your example(s) of the experience you have in hiring, training, and supervising employees, administering disciplinary actions, and conducting performance evaluations. Include the employer(s) and date(s) you performed these duties and the number of employees that you supervised. If you answered "No", respond N/A to this question.

11

Do you have experience managing a community use facility and/or a senior center?

• Yes
• No

12

If you answered "Yes" to the previous question, provide specific example(s) of the experience you have in managing a community use facility and/or senior center. Include the employer(s) and date(s) you performed these duties. If you answered "No", respond by entering N/A to this question.

13

Do you have experience planning, marketing, and implementing social, educational, recreational, and exercise programs for older adults?

• Yes
• No

14

If you answered "Yes" to the previous question, provide specific example(s) of the experience you have in planning, marketing, and implementing social, educational, recreational, and exercise programs for older adults. Include the employer(s) and date(s) you performed these duties. Be certain that this experience is also described, in detail, in the Work History/Experience section of this application. If you answered "No", respond by entering N/A to this question.

15

Do you have experience working with non-profit boards or advisory councils?

• Yes
• No

16

If you answered "Yes", provide specific example(s) of the experience you have working with non-profit boards or advisory councils. Include the employer(s) and date(s) you performed these duties. If you answered "No", respond by entering N/A to this question.

17

Are you willing to work in a position that requires travel between work sites using your personal transportation? A mileage allowance, set by Baltimore County Policy, shall be paid to County employees who use their privately-owned vehicles for official County travel necessary to carry out the required or authorized duties of their positions. Possession of a valid drivers license equivalent to a Non-Commercial, Class C Maryland drivers license at the time of appointment.

• Yes
• No

18

I understand I am responsible for maintaining the accuracy of my contact information, including street address, e-mail address, and contact telephone numbers. My failure to maintain accurate contact information may result in me not receiving information regarding this job announcement and/or may result in me not being further considered for this employment opportunity. To update this information, visit www.governmentjobs.com, click on the "career seekers" link, and follow the prompts.

• I have read and acknowledge the above instructions.

Required Question

Employer Baltimore County

Address 308 Allegheny Avenue

Towson, Maryland, 21204

Phone 410-887-3135

Website http://www.baltimorecountymd.gov