DEPUTY CHIEF HUMAN RESOURCES OFFICER (HR DIRECTOR III)

Company: State of Maryland
Location: Baltimore
Posted on: February 2, 2025

Job Description:

IntroductionIf you are looking for an exciting career with great benefits, pension, generous leave, competitive salary, and the opportunity for advancement and professional growth, apply to join the DPSCS team today! The Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services (DPSCS) is seeking dedicated candidates to fill important roles within our department. We are one of the largest departments in Maryland with nearly 12,000 employees and a budget of more than $1 billion. In order to fulfill our mission of promoting safety, we have increased security at our institutions while leading the way in innovative restorative justice projects that will help offenders reintegrate into society upon release. As a member of the DPSCS team, you can have a fulfilling career, while also enjoying a wide range of benefits such as medical and dental coverage, paid time off (i.e. vacation, sick leave), becoming vested in the State pension, supplemental retirement options, and even joining the Maryland State Employees Credit Union.GRADE24LOCATION OF POSITIONBaltimore City, 6776 Reisterstown Road, Baltimore, MD 21215Main Purpose of JobThis is a MANAGEMENT SERVICES position with the Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services. The incumbent serves at the pleasure of the appointing authority. This position is responsible for the direction and day-to-day management of multiple units within the Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services, Human Resources Services Division (HRSD). The units include: Employer Relations; Compensation and Classification, Records Management, Human Resources Information Systems, and the Operational Support Units. The incumbent supports the Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO) in the management and development of all assigned staff and in division-wide goals, policy development, performance implementation. This position provides support to DPSCS Executives, Department heads, and management personnel, requiring a vast knowledge of Federal laws, State regulations, and Departmental directives related to personnel matters.POSITION DUTIES

• Administration: Supports the Chief Human Resources Officer of the Human Resources Division (HRSD) with back-up responsibilities in all areas of leadership and management of the various units within the Department. Evaluates the appropriateness of HR actions based on guidelines, procedures, and precedents and selects approaches or solutions to HR related problems. Interprets State Personnel and Pensions Articles, Code of Maryland Regulations, and Department of Budget and Management Guidelines. Develops, adapts and implements Departmental policies to meet unique agency needs. Advises management and executive level staff on the interpretation of the Memorandum of Understanding as it relates to HRSD.
• Technical Assistance: Provides guidance, technical assistance, and interpretation to the Departmental program managers, agency heads, division directors, and agency Personnel Administrators regarding all Human Resources issues to include: employee relations; classification and salary issues; research and statistics (to include StateStat) and the personnel services unit. Manages multiple units within the Human Resources Services Division. Serves as the Subject Matter Expert for the State Personnel System implementation and utilization.
• Strategic Planning and Executive Oversight: Collaborates with the Executive CHRO of HRSD to prepare responses to the Governor, Department Secretary, Deputy Secretary, members of the legislature, and elected officials concerning complaints and proposed legislation and regulation unique to the Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services. Supports the CHRO of HRSD in planning and scheduling HR related meetings with executives and staff to review and clarify personnel practices and activities in Departmental agencies, providing advice and assistance, as necessary. Serves on policy committees, interview panels, work groups, and other initiatives at the request of senior leadership. Reviews audits of departmental HR offices to determine compliance with policies and guidelines developed by the Department of Budget and Management and the DPSCS Office of the Secretary. May testify before legislative bodies in order to render expertise or represent the organization or program. May participate in processes and provide direction for grievances.
• Performance Management: Manages other duties as assigned. Works collaboratively with HRSD staff and DPSCS management to achieve stated objectives and goals. Writes performance standards and evaluates all HRSD Managers according to the Performance Planning and Evaluation Program. Collaboratively trains supervisors and staff in the Performance Evaluation Process (PEP). Establishes HR program goals and objectives, develops and implements departmental HR policies and procedures, and evaluates the accomplishments of HR program. Prepares and interprets data analytics to measure performance. Evaluates fiscal and operational impact of HR related actions.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSApplicants must meet all minimum qualifications to be considered and to appear on the list of people eligible for hire. Please read all requirements before applying.Education: Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university.Experience: Four (4) years of professional HR experience involving employment services, classification and compensation, employee relations, HR policy formulation, including at least 2 years of HR supervisory or managerial experience.Note: 1. Candidates may substitute the possession of a master's degree from an accredited college or university in the fields of Business Administration, HR/personnel administration, human resources management, industrial/organizational psychology for 2 years of experience. 2. Candidates may substitute four (4) years of professional personnel management experience for the degree. Professional personnel work may be in the areas of job analysis, job evaluation, salary administration, employee recruitment and selection, employer-employee relations, personnel program evaluation or personnel policy formulation.DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONSPreference will be given to applicants who possess the following preferred qualifications. Include clear and specific information on your application regarding your qualifications.
• Prior experience implementing HR program goals and objectives, departmental HR policies and procedures, and evaluating accomplishments of the HR program.
• Excellent communication (written, verbal), coaching and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated skill in problem solving, critical thinking, social perceptiveness, and sound judgment.
• Experience with HRIS systems, such as Workday.
• Ability to implement improvements based on feedback from supervisors, managers, and staff as relates to HR.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and delegate to staff when appropriate.
• Experience conducting investigations and/or representing management at hearings and grievances, providing advice and guidance regarding standards of conduct and the performance evaluation process, and developing and implementing human resources policies and procedures to meet agency-unique needs.
• Prior experience working to achieve a diverse and inclusive workforce.SELECTION PROCESSPlease 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 PROCESSThe assessment may consist of a rating of your education, training, and experience related to the requirements of the position. It is important that you provide complete and accurate information on your application. Please report all experience and education that is related to this position.BENEFITSAs 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. 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.FURTHER INSTRUCTIONSOnline applications are highly recommended. However, if you are unable to apply online, the paper application and supplemental questionnaire may be emailed to hr.recruitmentuser@maryland.gov. Paper application materials must be received in our office by the closing date for the recruitment. If you are submitting additional information, the preferred method is to upload it with your application. All uploaded additional information must be received by the closing date and time. If you are unable to upload, please email the requested information to hr.recruitmentuser@maryland.gov referencing the recruitment number in the subject line. Only additional materials that are requested will be accepted for this recruitment. For questions regarding this recruitment, please contact the Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services, HRSD-Recruitment Division at 410-585-3999. Kimberly Banks, Kimberly.Banks@maryland.gov. If you are having difficulties with submitting your online application, please contact the DBM Recruitment and Examination Division at Application.Help@maryland.gov or 410-767-4850. We thank our Veterans for their service to our country. People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply. As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruiting, retaining, and promoting employees who are reflective of the State's diversity.
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