Network Service 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 one 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.� �

GRADE

ASTD15

LOCATION OF POSITION

Maryland Department of Human Services Family Investment Administration 311 W. Saratoga Street Baltimore, MD 21201

Main Purpose of Job

The main purpose of the position is to conduct field audits, investigate, analyze, and evaluate cases processed by Family Investment Case Managers and reviewed by Family Investment Supervisors in order to: 1) inform FIA’s leadership at the Local Departments of Social Services, FIA’s Central leadership, Maryland’s legislative leadership and Federal officials in the United States Department of Agriculture about the accuracy and timeliness of benefit processing; 2) identify corrective action(s) needed to prevent future errors; and, 3) ensure that the State is in compliance with Federal, State and Local policies and directives in the administration of all Family Investment programs.�

POSITION DUTIES

Compile and write comprehensive evaluation reports of field audit findings.� Obtain case record files and other documentation each month for customers in any of the 24 Local Departments of Social Service.� Conduct independent field audits of randomly sampled DHS customers’ cases.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Applicants must meet all minimum (and selective) qualifications to be considered, and to appear on the list of people eligible for hire. Please read all requirements before applying. Experience: Seven years of experience, three years of experience in the administration of a human services program or experience conducting studies and analyses of programs, procedures, practices and organizations and an additional four years of�professional or technical experience in the administration of a human services program or experience conducting studies and analyses of programs, procedures, practices and organizations. Notes: 1. Candidates may substitute the possession of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university and three years of experience in the administration of a human services program or experience conducting studies and analyses of programs, procedures, practices and organizations for the required experience. 2.�Candidates may substitute graduate level education at an accredited college or university in a human services related field at the rate of 30 credit hours per year for up to six years�of the required experience. 3.�Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military experience as a commissioned officer in Administrative Officer classifications or Administrative Officer specialty codes in the General, Administrative, Clerical and Office Services field of work 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 qualification(s).�Include clear and specific information on your application regarding�your qualifications. One year experience in conducting audits. One year of experience utilizing Google Workspace, Microsoft Office Suite, and Adobe Acrobat. One year of experience preparing clear, accurate, and detailed reports.

SELECTION PROCESS

Please make sure that you provide sufficient information on your application to show that you meet the qualifications for this recruitment. All information concerning your qualifications must be submitted by the closing date. We will not consider information submitted after this date. Successful candidates will be ranked as Best Qualified, Better Qualified, or Qualified and placed on the eligible (employment) list for at least one year.�

EXAMINATION PROCESS

The examination will consist of a rating of your education, training, and experience as presented on your application and as they relate to the requirements of the position. You may be asked to complete a supplemental questionnaire.� The supplemental questionnaire may be used as part of the rating process.� Therefore, it is important that you provide complete and accurate information on your application. For education obtained outside the U.S., a copy of the equivalent American education as determined by a foreign credential evaluation service is required prior to hire.��

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 •\tPersonal Leave- new State employees are awarded six (6) personnel days annually (prorated based on start date).� •\tAnnual Leave – ten (10) days of accumulated annual leave per year. •\tSick Leave – fifteen (15) days of accumulated sick leave per year. •\tParental Leave – up to sixty (60) days of paid parental leave upon the birth or adoption of a child. •\tHolidays – State employees also celebrate at least twelve (12) holiday per year. •\tPension – State employees earn credits towards a retirement pension. •\tPositions 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: Cynthia McMillian, Department of Human Services, Examination Services Unit, 311 W. Saratoga Street, Room 142, 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 cynthia.mcmillian@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.� 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.