Government Affairs Director jobs in Baltimore, MD

Introduction

� When you join the Maryland Department of Human Services (DHS), you join a team of more than 5,000 employees across the state dedicated to positively changing the lives of more than 1 million Marylanders each year.�We do this by providing economic support, preventive services, and caring for children and adults.� We aim to deliver services so that we more quickly meet the needs of the people we serve. At DHS, we grapple with hard questions to find new ways to foster a culture of bold innovation. We do this to ensure that in Maryland, we leave no one behind.� This is a Management Service position that serves at the pleasure of the Appointing Authority. �

GRADE

21

LOCATION OF POSITION

Maryland Department of Human Services Office of Government Affairs 311 W. Saratoga Street� Baltimore, MD 21201

Main Purpose of Job

The Deputy Director provides legislative and regulatory drafting, review, and research�expertise to the Secretary, Deputy Secretary for Programs, Deputy Secretary for�Operations, Director Office of Government Affairs, and other DHS/LDSS management�staff. This includes researching and responding to queries regarding legislative and�regulatory history and overseeing the timely submission of all reports mandated by the�Maryland General Assembly. The Deputy Director oversees the review and submission�process for Joint Chairman’s Reports, as well as, statutory reports. This includes the�coordination with programs and the Office of the Secretary for review and approval from�executive leadership. The Deputy Director also oversees the work of the Regulations Coordinator, who reports�directly to the Deputy Director.�This involves ensuring that the administration of the regulations process is�timely, thorough and legally adequate and involves interaction with the Division of State�Documents and Joint Committee on Administrative, Executive and Legislative Review. The�Deputy Director also provides annual training and technical assistance throughout the year�in the drafting of regulations.

POSITION DUTIES

Provides legislative and regulatory drafting, review, and research expertise. Researches and responds to queries regarding legislative and�regulatory history. Oversees the timely submission of all reports mandated by the�Maryland General Assembly. Liaises with members of the Maryland General Assembly to accomplish the policy�agenda of the Department and governing Administration. Oversees the work of the Regulations Coordinator. Supervises staff and oversees specific assignments.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education:�Master’s Degree in Public Policy, Political Science, a J.D., or a related field�from an accredited college or university. Experience: Four�years experience in politics, legislative or policy office. Two�years of the required experience must have been in overseeing�policy development or policy analysis.�

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Preference will be given to applicants�who possess the following preferred qualification(s).�Include clear and specific information on your application regarding�your qualifications. Two years experience with Google Workspace (formerly G-suite) Two years�experience leading small teams� Two years experience�managing short term projects and long term�projects.� Two years experience��of the preferred experience should have been working for the�Maryland General Assembly, the Maryland Department of Legislative�Services, or the Executive Branch of Maryland government.

SELECTION PROCESS

Please make sure that you provide sufficient information on your application to show that you meet the qualifications for this recruitment.� It is important that you report all related education and experience that is relevant to this recruitment qualifications. We will not consider information submitted after this date.� Successful candidates will be placed on the employment (eligible) list.� The resulting list may be used for future vacancies with this agency or other state agencies.

BENEFITS

As an employee of the State of Maryland, you will have access to outstanding benefits, including: health insurance, dental, and vision plans offered at a low cost. CLICK ON THIS LINK FOR MORE DETAILS:� �STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS ��������Personal Leave - new State employees are awarded six (6) personnel days annually (prorated based on start date). ��������Annual Leave - ten (10) days of accumulated annual leave per year. ��������Sick Leave - fifteen (15) days of accumulated sick leave per year.�� ��������Parental Leave - up to sixty (60) days of paid parental leave upon the birth or adoption of a child. ��������Holidays - State employees also celebrate at least twelve (12) holidays per year.�� ��������Pension - State employees earn credit towards a retirement pension. ��������Positions may be eligible for telework.

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

The online application process is STRONGLY preferred. If you are unable to apply online, you may mail a paper application and supplement questionnaire to: Attention: Kendra Young, Department of Human Services, Recruitment Services Unit, 311 W. Saratoga Street, Room 145 Baltimore, Maryland 21201.� All mailed documents must include the applicant's name and the job number and must be received by 5 p.m. on the closing date. Resumes will NOT be accepted in lieu of completing the application.� If additional information is required, the preferred method is to upload. If unable to upload, please email requested information only to kendra.young2@maryland.gov. Only additional materials that are required will be accepted for this recruitment. All additional information must be received by the closing date and time.� If you have any questions concerning this recruitment process for this position, please contact 410-767-0603.� TTY Users: call via Maryland Relay. � If you are having difficulty with your user account or have general questions about the online application system, please contact the MD Department of Budget and Management, Recruitment and Examination Division, at 410-767-4850 or Application.Help@maryland.gov.� As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruiting, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State’s diversity. People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply. We thank our Veterans for their service to our country.